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Press Release

DATE: Feb. 22, 2008
CONTACT: Kim I. Plyler (610) 332-1300, Ext. 333 (kplyler@fest.org)

POISON TO ROCK MUSIKFEST 2008 AUG. 5

BETHLEHEM, PA—The RiverPlace main stage at Musikfest 2008 will rock with the sounds of Poison on Tuesday, Aug. 5 at 8:30 p.m.

Formed in 1984, Poison features vocalist Bret Michaels, guitarist C.C. Deville, drummer Rikki Rockett and bassist Bobby Dall. The band, which is known for its power ballads and rocking hits, was signed to Enigma Records in 1986 and released its debut album, “Look What the Cat Dragged In,” soon after.

Over the next few years, Poison’s popularity grew rapidly. Following the release of its album “Open Up and Say…Ahhh!,” songs such as “Fallen Angel,” “Nothin’ But a Good Time” and “Every Rose Has Its Thorn” instantly became classics. Other hits include “Unskinny Bop,” “Something to Believe In” and “Your Mama Don’t Dance.”

During its career, Poison has produced four Billboard Top 10 albums. Its latest CD, “POISON'D!,” was released in June 2007 and features the group’s takes on classics by The Rolling Stones, The Cars, Tom Petty & The Heartbreakers, David Bowie and other legendary artists. Lead singer Michaels is also starring in the second season of his reality show, “Rock of Love,” on VH1.

Media sponsor for the Poison show is 95.1 WZZO. Tickets for the concert are $22-$44. They will go on sale in April, with members of the new ArtsQuest membership program having the first opportunity to purchase tickets. On-sale dates are 10 a.m. April 14-16 to ArtsQuest members, 10 a.m. April 17 to Musikfest sponsors and their employees and 10 a.m. April 18 to the public. Tickets may be ordered by visiting www.fest.org or calling 610-332-FEST (3378).

Musikfest, which is celebrating its 25th anniversary in 2008, will take place Aug. 1-10 in Bethlehem, Pa. The festival, presented by ArtsQuest, features more than 500 musical performances on 14 indoor and outdoor stages throughout the city’s historic downtown. In addition, the event showcases a wide variety of food, children’s activities, visual arts and crafts and a closing-night fireworks spectacular.
For more information on Musikfest, visit www.fest.org or call 610-332-FEST (3378).

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ARTSQUEST ANNOUNCES NEW MEMBERSHIP PROGRAM

Individuals interested in supporting ArtsQuest and its numerous arts and cultural programs are invited to become a supporting member of the nonprofit arts organization.

An ArtsQuest membership helps enrich the community by assisting ArtsQuest in presenting arts and educational opportunities and programs to more than 1.2 million people annually. These include more than 500 free musical performances at Musikfest, free gallery exhibitions at the Banana Factory community arts center, subsidized studios for 28 resident Banana Factory artists, after-school art programs for elementary and secondary schools students and art scholarships for children and adults.

Every ArtsQuest member has the opportunity to take advantage of advance Musikfest ticket sales and Banana Factory class registrations, free admission to Christkindlmarkt Bethlehem, discounts on First Night Bethlehem buttons, invitations to special members-only events and more. Other benefits, depending on the membership category, include the option to sponsor a Musikfest concert, First Night Bethlehem concert or an educational program at the Banana Factory.

To become a supporting member of ArtsQuest and stay connected to the arts year-round, please visit www.fest.org or call 610-332-FEST (3378).

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