About Rocklanta
In the 1980s and early '90s, the popularity of hard rock and heavy metal meant that festivals catering to fans of these genres were all the rage. England cultivated the Monsters of Rock, Brazil had the massive Rock in Rio, and Germany launched Wacken Open Air. The raucous, riff-heavy spirit of these all-day gatherings lives on today in festivals geared toward modern rock 'n' roll fans, such as Sonic Temple, Rocklahoma, and Epicenter. Hair metal enthusiasts are also in luck, as cruises such as ShipRocked and outdoor events such as Baltimore's annual M3 Rock Festival are flying the flag for more retro sounds.
On the indoor front, events like Rocklanta are carrying on that more-headbang-for-your-buck tradition. The two-day concert at Atlanta's Center Stage Theater, an intimate space conveniently located in Midtown, offers hair metal loyalists and genre newcomers alike an all-killer, no-filler lineup. Take the 2019 Rocklanta lineup, which includes headlining sets from Hollywood glam-metal icons Warrant, best known for the hits "Cherry Pie" and "Heaven," as well as FireHouse, the North Carolina–based troupe best known for the hit power ballads "Love of a Lifetime" and "When I Look Into Your Eyes."
Yet Rocklanta is smart about which hard rock, glam, and blues-rock groups it's choosing to book. In fact, the event's major advantage is that it aims to satisfy fans who gravitate toward hair metal's lesser-known corners, creating a concert experience that's far more unique than those offered by other festivals. Throw in several VIP ticket tiers — which offer things such as early entry, private bars, reserved seating, and access to after-show events — and Rocklanta is curating a top-notch live music destination. Debauchery is certainly optional, but for anyone looking to relive their wilder younger days for a night or two, you can't go wrong with what Rocklanta's dishing out.