Since 1996, Hard Day’s Night has been entertaining Beatles fans across the country. Hailing from the rock ‘n roll city of Cleveland, Ohio, Hard Day’s Night is rated among the top national Beatles tribute groups performing today. The band focuses on performing songs exactly... Read More →
For more than 20 years “The Jukebox Beatles”, has been paying tribute to The Fab Four and are considered by many as Latin America’s top Beatles Tribute Band as well as one of the very best in their field. With successful shows all over the world, including amazing performances... Read More →
DoorWay is a Doors tribute band based in Louisville Kentucky.“I am excited about this band! If you ever enjoyed listening to the Doors you will be too. The musical quality is excellent and the vocals are are spot on. Love hearing Pete Peterson’s wizardry on the keyboard... Read More →
Tuesday July 21, 2026 9:00pm - 10:30pm EDT B Stage
Louisville, KYThe Kukes (Kentuckiana Ukulele Society) are a Louisville-area ukulele band and have performed at several regional music festivals and venues since our founding over 10 years ago.
We play music from artists like Jimmy Buffett, The Eagles, Jim Croce and especially the... Read More →
Wednesday July 22, 2026 2:00pm - 2:45pm EDT B Stage
LOUISVILLE, KY Nick Peay’s breakthrough moment in music was a bit different than that of most musicians – it was during a slot opening up for his dad’s cover band at a Louisville, Ky., pizza joint.“I did an acoustic cover of ‘Thriller’” by Michael Jackson, he says. “I thought, ‘I... Read More →
FREEHOLD, NJ One of the hardest rocking bands ever to perform at AROTR!
THE CRYERS have performed at almost every AROTR event since 2007. Louisville. Scranton, Washington, D.C., Cleveland, Belleville, Ontario and other special AROTR events! THE CRYERS have a storied history with ARO... Read More →
Wednesday July 22, 2026 3:15pm - 4:15pm EDT B Stage
Steve Sizemore Group joins forces with Jay Goeppner for a collaborative set built on great songs, musical chemistry, and festival spirit. This one is themed "John'd Evolving and Revolving". Featuring Lennon songs from 1966 - 1969!
Jay Goeppner is one of the premiere John Lennon singers in the world. He has performed in 20 countries and has recently been invited to perform in Russia in 2022. Jay has been a regular here at AROTR since 2004 in Cleveland with his band Instant Karma. A definite must... Read More →
LEXINGTON, KY The Steve Sizemore Group sticks to a proven formula of no-frills rock n’ roll: good hooks, melodies, rich harmonies, and loud guitars. Never concerned with being the next big thing, they have simply stuck to creating straightforward rock and roll. With 4 original albums to its credit... Read More →
Wednesday July 22, 2026 4:30pm - 5:30pm EDT B Stage
In Southern Indiana’s The Way Back, Ryan, Derek, Evan, and Jenna revive the transistor-radio hits you know and love from way back when — classic hits and good vibes!
Wednesday July 22, 2026 5:45pm - 6:30pm EDT B Stage
The Black Ties are heavily inspired by the early Beatles era and their musical influences. Brian and Andrew are brothers, and they loved the 1960’s era of rock. While studying music, Brian and Andrew met Ben and Anthony, who were also like-minded musicians. The four lads officially... Read More →
Wednesday July 22, 2026 6:00pm - 7:00pm EDT B Stage
The Get Down is a '60s-inspired instrumental band based in Louisville, KY. With matching Fender instruments and a style rooted in surf, blues, and classic TV and film themes, The Get Down blends vintage cool with modern edge. Their sets have earned them spots alongside national acts... Read More →
Wednesday July 22, 2026 6:45pm - 7:30pm EDT B Stage
UnionJack plays some S.A.T.U.R.D.A.Y. NIGHT! Upbeat tunes from the 60's, 70's, and even the 80's! Yes, some Beatles, and Stones, but a lot of other surprises!
Featuring the sounds of the 1960's British Invasion of America era - and beyond - UnionJack takes you back to the days of The Beatles, Rolling Stones, Moody Blues, Hollies, Gerry & The Pacemakers, Kinks, Searchers, etc. UnionJack is New England’s most popular British Invasion Tribute... Read More →
Wednesday July 22, 2026 7:45pm - 8:45pm EDT B Stage
The Blue Meanies have been performing together since the summer of 1984 — and they’ve been fixtures at Abbey Road on the River since way back in 2004. Although their sets can take many forms — from 50-song acoustic marathons to quick, hit-filled shows — they’re renowned... Read More →
Wednesday July 22, 2026 9:30pm - 10:30pm EDT B Stage
Fashionably Late is a Milwaukee-based jazz band that strives to keep the original high-energy and danceable quality of jazz alive. All the members met in the big band at the University of Wisconsin, UW-Milwaukee. For fans of Frank Sinatra, Nat King Cole, Dean Martin, Duke Ellington, Bobby Darin, Ray Charles, Glen Miller, Louis Armstrong, and of course The Beatles, you will surely have a wonderful time listening to this young group of jazz cats. On April 17, they performed at the Eau Claire Jazz Festival, and on February 7, they sold out the “Let It Be” bar in Waukesha, WI, for their EP release show. Sing and dance to the big band music of the 50’s and 60’s AND hits from The Beatles with Fashionably Late! You may hear some “jazz-ified” Beatles songs, with a twist… Many of the members will be performing with The Taxmen as well!
Micky is best known as a vocalist and drummer of the 1960’s pop legends The Monkees. The Monkees not only achieved great success as a TV show, but also as recording artists, selling in excess of 65 million units, and achieving worldwide success. Their first four albums – THE... Read More →
Thursday July 23, 2026 12:00pm - 1:30pm EDT B Stage
5 piece bluegrass-ish band. Roots, grass, country, Prince & Petty too! Many influences, great music!5 piece bluegrass-ish band. Roots, grass, country, Prince & Petty too! Many influences, great music!
Thursday July 23, 2026 2:30pm - 3:15pm EDT B Stage
Jay Goeppner is one of the premiere John Lennon singers in the world. He has performed in 20 countries and has recently been invited to perform in Russia in 2022. Jay has been a regular here at AROTR since 2004 in Cleveland with his band Instant Karma. A definite must... Read More →
Phil is a talented singer-songwriter located in Chicago, IL who puts on Beatles shows solo and with a band. Phil will be playing Solo Shows and also will be teaming up with Jay Goeppner for two "Beatle Brothers" Shows at AROTR 2026!
Thursday July 23, 2026 3:30pm - 4:30pm EDT B Stage
Union Jack celebrates the explosion of British music in the 1960s with a set that salutes the Beatles, Stones, Moody Blues, Kinks, Hollies, Searchers, Zombies!
Featuring the sounds of the 1960's British Invasion of America era - and beyond - UnionJack takes you back to the days of The Beatles, Rolling Stones, Moody Blues, Hollies, Gerry & The Pacemakers, Kinks, Searchers, etc. UnionJack is New England’s most popular British Invasion Tribute... Read More →
Thursday July 23, 2026 4:45pm - 5:30pm EDT B Stage
"The Taxmen", a Milwaukee-based band, featuring Anthony (Bass), Jeff (Guitar), Will (Guitar), and Will (Drums), are not only known for their Beatles covers but also for their original compositions. Their performances encompass classics from the 1950s to the present day. Blending... Read More →
Thursday July 23, 2026 5:45pm - 6:30pm EDT B Stage
The Get Down is a '60s-inspired instrumental band based in Louisville, KY. With matching Fender instruments and a style rooted in surf, blues, and classic TV and film themes, The Get Down blends vintage cool with modern edge. Their sets have earned them spots alongside national acts... Read More →
Thursday July 23, 2026 6:45pm - 7:30pm EDT B Stage
Adam Thomas and his band return to Abbey Road on the River for a multi-day residency, performing daily with completely rotating setlists ensuring that no two shows are ever the same. Each performance offers a fresh experience for fans, with a diverse selection of material spanning the wings’ catalog and beyond.
This year’s featured theme pays tribute to Paul McCartney & Wings’ iconic live album Wings Over America, reimagined as “Wings Over Kentuckiana.” Blending nostalgia with a regional twist, the shows capture the energy, musicianship, and spirit of one of rock’s most celebrated live eras.
Fans are encouraged to attend multiple performances to experience the full range of songs and evolving setlists across the weekend.”
Adam Thomas and his band return to Abbey Road on the River for a multi-day residency, performing daily with completely rotating setlists ensuring that no two shows are ever the same. Each performance offers a fresh experience for fans, with a diverse selection of material spanning... Read More →
Thursday July 23, 2026 7:45pm - 8:45pm EDT B Stage
Louisville, KYThe Kukes (Kentuckiana Ukulele Society) are a Louisville-area ukulele band and have performed at several regional music festivals and venues since our founding over 10 years ago.
We play music from artists like Jimmy Buffett, The Eagles, Jim Croce and especially the... Read More →
Thursday July 23, 2026 9:15pm - 10:00pm EDT B Stage
Kevin is a Columbus, Ohio-based keyboard player and vocalist with a special interest in the Beatles. “I played my first gig, essentially, in preparation to play this festival. Not a lot of people get to play The Hard Rock Cafe and then a music festival as their first consecutive... Read More →
Thursday July 23, 2026 10:15pm - 11:15pm EDT B Stage
The Get Down is a '60s-inspired instrumental band based in Louisville, KY. With matching Fender instruments and a style rooted in surf, blues, and classic TV and film themes, The Get Down blends vintage cool with modern edge. Their sets have earned them spots alongside national acts... Read More →
