The lineup is set, and we hope you make your plans to join us Saturday, November 7th at Hard Rock Casino Northern Indiana as X-Rock 103.9 and Ironworkers Local 395 “Rock the Region”! Three amazing, diverse, LOCAL bands will hit the stage that night, with doors opening at 6:30pm. Be sure to return to this page Wednesday, May 13th at 10am for our exclusive X-Rock Pre-sale event! General tickets will go on sale this Friday, May 15th at 10am.
Stay tuned to The X and watch our social-media pages for all the latest information, as we plan to make this a party you won’t want to miss!
Also, a portion of our ticket proceeds will go to Humane Indiana!
EXCLUSIVE X-ROCK PRE-SALE: Wednesday, May 13th at 10am… click HERE (code word coming soon!)
ABOUT THE BANDS:
Formed in Chicago in the late 1990s, The Steepwater Band built their reputation the old-fashioned way, through relentless touring and a deep commitment to their craft. Drawing inspiration from classic rock, blues, and Americana, the band quickly carved out a loyal following across the U.S. and Europe. Over the years, they have shared stages with legendary acts such as Gov’t Mule, Blackberry Smoke, ZZ Top, and earned praise for their electrifying live performances, often highlighted by extended improvisation and a powerful connection with audiences. Their catalog of eight previous studio albums showcases a steady evolution, blending rootsy authenticity with modern rock sensibilities. Known for their independence and DIY ethos, The Steepwater Band have remained true to their artistic vision, cultivating a career defined not by trends but by passion, persistence, and a genuine love for rock ‘n’ roll.
Salamander Drake is a rock band from the Northwest of Indiana. They compose, record, and perform their brand of progressive hard rock in NWI and Illinois. Their most recent album “Ghosts in the Blood” (2025) features Region favorites “Amelia and The Electric Eels”, “Giving Up the Ghost” and “Lurker in the Wildwood”. Salamander Drake is: Allen Fraley, Daryl Grady, Eric Kuiper and Robert Wray.
Chester Brown is a five-piece band who heralds a slew of original compositions and an array of covers. From Chesterton Indiana, they have been performing live for more than 25 years, with over 1,800 shows under their belt. Pulling from a seemingly endless musical library, they draw on elements of Rock, Funk, Country, Blues, RnB, and Jazz. While they are not your typical Jam-Band, they can and do indeed jam! Members of Chester Brown include Nate Vanderlin on keyboards and vocals, Tim Vanderlin on guitars and vocals, Dominic Puglisi on Bass and vocals, Mike Kneeland on Guitar, and Tony Dellumo on Drums. They can be seen all around the Chicagoland and Northwest Indiana areas. Never a dull time and always an original experience, Chester Brown delights old fans and new fans alike, with some of the Region’s BEST music!
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