Chicago� Arlington Heights, will become rock n roll central this September, as some of the most acclaimed and loved bands of the melodic rock world descend on the city for MelodicRockFest 3.

3 years on from the last gathering of the melodic faithful, MelodicRockFest 3 has upped the ante, with 26 bands to be featured over 3 days at one of Chicago� newest and best music venues, H.O.M.E. Bar (www.homebarchicago.com) Friday September 27 Sunday September 29, 2013.

Appearing at MelodicRockFest 3 (www.melodicrockfest.com) will be some very familiar names, some appearing for the third time in a row, others making their MelodicRockFest debut.

MRF3 organizer Andrew McNeice; �e wanted to change the script up a little this year. We wanted to give some up-and-coming artists a chance to finally be seen and heard as well. So over the weekend, talent will not only come from some of the pioneers of the scene, but also from some great young talent that need to be heard.�br>

Steve Augeri (formerly of Journey), Ted Poley (of Danger Danger), House Of Lords, Eric Martin (of Mr. Big), Kelly Keeling (of Baton Rouge), Glen Burtnik (formerly of Styx), 7th heaven, Canadian legends Harem Scarem, Swedish hotshots Eclipse and W.E.T. (featuring industry veteran Jeff Scott Soto) will all deliver knockout best of sets for the fans gathered.

Joining them will be some cult names in the melodic rock scene, such as the reformed Adriangale, AOR heroes Mecca (with special guest Fergie Frederiksen), Tango Down (featuring Bangalore Choir vocalist David Reece), Brett Walker, Robert Tepper, Swedens ColdSpell, Bombay Black and Newman all the way from the UK.

Rounding out the weekend is some of the brightest new talent around will be showcased in one place for the first time. Australia� power pop hopefuls The Radio Sun, melodic metallers Inner Siege and Crossing Rubicon, plus rising stars Evolution Eden and Chicagos own Loveblast.

In order of appearance, THE COMPLETE LINE-UP DETAILS ARE:

FRIDAY SEPTEMBER 27 (Acoustic Night)

- Eric Martin - Fresh from his European solo acoustic tour, Eric will bring the best of his solo career and all the Mr. Big hits to the stage for this headlining appearance.

- Kelly Keeling - The Baton Rouge vocalist will be performing a best of set including songs from his main band, plus others from his time with Michael Schenker, Heaven & Earth and John Norum.

- Glen Burtnik - One of the greatest songwriters of our time has agreed to do a solo best of set, which will include songs from his legendary Heroes & Zeroes & Talking In Code albums plus more!

- Robert Tepper - The 80s AOR star will perform songs from his cult classic No Easy Way Out album and new material.

- Gary Schutt - Often a one man band in his own right, the popular Jeff Scott Soto Band bassist, guitarist, songwriter will be at his entertaining quirky best.

- The Radio Sun - Out of the ashes of Square One comes a new band ready to make a statement. They will perform acoustically Friday and a full electric set to open Saturday.

- Line Of Fire - One of the best new AOR acts out of America, here to play songs from their first two albums.

- Bonrud - By popular request, we are sneaking in these guys to close the night with an electric set to rev fans up for the weekend ahead. And there may be more.as we have no curfew to adhere to!

SATURDAY SEPTEMBER 28

- Harem Scarem - After missing MRF1 due to visa issues, the band has a mission to blow fans away with their high energy set and infectious songs. The Canadian melodic rock legends will be touring to promote the 20th Anniversary of their classic Mood Swings release. This is their first US show in 20 years and the only one for now!

- W.E.T. - The melodic rock supergroup consisting of Jeff Scott Soto (Vocals), Eric Martensson (of Eclipse on guitars) and Robert Sall (of Work Of Art on guitars/keyboards) plus members of Eclipse will perform their first ever USA show and are set to blow fans away just as they did last year in the UK and earlier this year in Sweden with one of their rare live appearances.

- Mecca+ - Mecca is Joe Vana and his powerhouse professional band of Chicago natives. But this time around they are bringing a very special guest with them Toto� Fergie Frederiksen, who was an integral part of the Mecca debut. The set list will comprise of tunes from Mecca (old and new) and also Ferges time with Toto.

- Adriangale - No one saw this one coming, but Vic Rivera, Jamie Rowe and Co are back together. What better place to relaunch this great act, along with a new Album (on Kivel Records) than at MRF3! So expect a "Hit infused set, with some killer new material!

- Tango Down - The band is becoming a well-seasoned live act and vocalist David Reece promises a set heavy on material from their new album and classic Bangalore Choir tunes!

- Brett Walker - He delivered the cult classic Nevertheless album, so on the eve of a brand new studio release, Brett will bring his band to Chicago for a dose of old and new Americana melodic rock.

- Newman - The acclaimed British rock outfit are finally set for their USA debut. Expect a set featuring songs from all eras of the Newman legacy.

- 7th heaven - These guys need no introduction, being at MelodicRockFest 1 and 2. For #3 they have a new singer and a new album expect a killer high-energy set.

- Evolution Eden - One of the newcomers featured this weekend. This powerhouse trio will impress, no doubt.

- The Radio Sun - Plugging in and cranking it up to get Saturday off to a flying harmony filled start.

SUNDAY SEPTEMBER 29

- Steve Augeri - Best known for his time bringing Journey back to the masses and fronting the amazing Arrival album; hes also fronted Tall Stories and Tyketto. The man himself will be in the house with his backing band Valentine for a set filled with everything youll be hoping for.

- Ted Poley - Mr Energy will deliver another fabulous set of high energy rock n roll, from his solo tour to all the Danger Danger hits and a few rarely heard tracks for the die-hards!

- House Of Lords - The James Christian lead lineup that has delivered four amazing melodic hard rock albums in the last several years will be delivering a knockout set of hits and current favourites.

- Eclipse - Swedens favourite melodic hard rock act will be in the mood to rock, giving tracks from all albums a spin especially the brilliant current album Bleed & Scream.

- Bombay Black - A party favourite for any occasion and MRF3 will be a party. So who better to warm up the crowd!

- ColdSpell - Another class act from Sweden, these guys are building their profile and delivering more each time. Get ready for a dose of Scandi hard rock.

- No Love Lost - A new American act that is making some waves and will no doubt make their presence felt at MRF3.

- Crossing Rubicon - One of two heavier bands for the day. American melodic metal band Crossing Rubicon will help make up the crowd after what will no doubt be a long night Saturday.

- Inner Siege - A touch of progressive metal mixed with a melodic edge will get the crowd over any hangovers from the night before.

- Loveblast - Chicago� own 80s melodic hard rock band will show why they are a star on the rise with a set that is bound to convert fans gathered for the show.

All these bands and more will rock your world at MelodicRockFest 3. Already several special guests are lining up to be in attendance and will no doubt try and talk their way onto the stage in one form or another.
This is going to be an EPIC weekend and the venue has an early morning curfew, so we will rock as long as physically and mentally possible!

MRF3 TICKET PRICES:

Friday (Doors at 5pm) $55.00
Saturday (Doors at 12pm) $65.00
Sunday (Doors at 12pm) $65.00

TICKETS ON SALE NOW at: www.melodicrockfest.com (PayPal sales) or via TicketWeb/H.O.M.E. Bar

THE VENUE:

House of Music & Entertainment
1227 N Rand Rd, Arlington Heights, IL,
United States
847-577-4663 www.homebarchicago.com

H.O.M.E. Bar Chicago is located in the great suburb of Arlington Heights, less than 30 minutes from Chicago's OHare International Airport on Route 12 (North).