UNIVERSAL ORLANDO RESORT’S ROCK THE UNIVERSE 2010 PUMPS UP THE VOLUME
WITH THE ULTIMATE LINEUP OF CHRISTIAN MUSIC ARTISTS
Tickets on Sale Now for One of the Hottest Christian Music Festivals in the Nation,
Featuring Performances by Skillet, Relient K, Jars of Clay and More
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Orlando, Fla. (August 13, 2010) – Universal Orlando Resort’s Rock The Universe returns this September 10
and 11 with one of the most exciting celebrations of Christian music in the nation. Fourteen soul-stirring rock
acts will take the stage for a weekend filled with incredible music, inspirational stories from celebrity speakers,
and the opportunity to enjoy the most thrilling theme park attractions at Universal Studios Florida.
This year’s Rock The Universe lineup features the spiritual sounds of Christian rock’s hottest acts, such as fivetime
Grammy award-winning group Jars of Clay; hit band Relient K – featuring popular songs like “Forgiven”
and “Who I Am Hates Who I’ve Been;” Skillet – whose unique symphonic rock sound inspires fans
everywhere; and Needtobreathe – whose music has been featured in hit movies and television shows like “The
Hills,” “Employee of the Month” and “P.S. I Love You.”
ROCK THE UNIVERSE 2010 LINEUP
Friday, September 10 Saturday, September 11
Skillet Relient K
Newsboys tobyMac
Jars of Clay Jeremy Camp
Hawk Nelson Grits
Decyfer Down Needtobreathe
Kutless Fireflight
Chuck Tocco Jeff Chandler
** Names in bold indicate headlining acts.
Rock The Universe guests will also experience the pulse-pounding thrills and revolutionary attractions that can
only be found at Universal Studios Florida. Guests can plummet down a virtual 1,000-foot waterfall in Shrek 4-
D, speed through darkness in the world’s first psychological thrill ride in Revenge of The Mummy or rock out at
65 mph on Hollywood Rip Ride Rockit – a radically-innovative roller coaster that combines hit music, firstever
maneuvers and highly-sophisticated audio and video for a one-of-a-kind ride experience
TRAIN, PITBULL, ROB THOMAS AND MORE TO ROCK THE STAGE AT UNIVERSAL ORLANDO’S 2010 SUMMER CONCERT SERIES
Six-Night Series Features Live Performances by Seven of Music’s Most Popular Artists
Florida Residents Can Take Advantage of a Variety of Value-Driven Summer Offers
ORLANDO, Fla. (May 5, 2010) – Universal Orlando Resort’s Summer Concert Series is returning to Universal Studios this June with more concerts and top-name musical talent than before. Starting June 12 and running every Saturday night through July 17, guests can top off their day of thrills in the parks with an exciting concert by a multi-platinum selling artist.
This year’s Summer Concert Series lineup showcases some of music’s most popular superstars. Each artist has scored top 10 hits on the Billboard charts, sold millions of albums worldwide and produced some of today’s most recognizable songs. Headliners include Train – the voice behind the international hit, “Hey, Soul Sister;” Pitbull – the hip-hop/reggaeton artist known as “Mr. 305;” Pat Benatar – one of the top-selling female artists of all time; Rob Thomas – the front man of award-winning rock band Matchbox 20 and Counting Crows – the chart-topping band whose songs have appeared in films like Shrek 2 and Clueless.
SUMMER CONCERT SERIES 2010 LINEUP
June 12 ~ Train
June 19 ~ Pitbull
June 26 ~ Earth, Wind & Fire
July 3 ~ Pat Benatar & REO Speedwagon
July 10 ~ Rob Thomas
July 17 ~ Counting Crows
All concerts will take place at the Music Plaza, the state-of-the-art outdoor music venue located in front of the new Hollywood Rip Ride Rockit roller coaster at Universal Studios.
Universal Orlando’s Summer Concert Series is included with admission to Universal Studios. Florida residents can take advantage of a variety of offers to make the most of their summer experience at Universal Orlando.
FLORIDA RESIDENT SUMMER OFFERS
- 2-Park Annual Power Pass
• Access to all seven Summer Concert Series performances
• Admission to both Universal Studios and Islands of Adventure for an entire year (limited blockout dates apply)
• $139.99 plus tax
• Available at www.universalorlando.com
SeaWorld Orlando and Busch Gardens Tampa Bay
Announce Lineup for “Bands, Brew & BBQ”
SeaWorld and Busch Gardens have announced the country and classic rock stars performing at the parks during Bands, Brew & BBQ, Saturdays and Sundays in February.
Bands, Brew & BBQ is four weekends of mouth-watering food, fun and music. Rockin’ concerts and all the rides, shows and attractions at SeaWorld Orlando and Busch Gardens are included with each park’s admission.
Go to SeaWorldOrlando.com or BuschGardensTampaBay.com for more information and to buy tickets.
Saturdays at SeaWorld
February 6 LeAnn Rimes
February 13 Montgomery Gentry
February 20 John Rich of Big & Rich
February 27 Yes
Sundays at Busch Gardens
February 7 Dennis DeYoung: The Music of Styx
February 14 Willie Nelson
February 21 Huey Lewis and the News
February 28 Pat Benatar & Neil Giraldo
Separate charges apply to all food and beverage items. Event times and talent subject to change or cancellation without notice. Seating capacity is limited and is on a first-come, first-served basis. Must be 21 years or older to purchase alcohol.
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Mardi Gras
15 Years of Beads, Bands and Good Times!
Saturdays & Select Nights • Feb. 6 – Apr. 17
Bring on the music! Bring on the parade! Bring on the party! Celebrate 15 years of Mardi Gras with the most amazing concert line-up ever, featuring some of the biggest names in pop, rock, R&B, country, and hip-hop performing live in the Universal Music Plaza.
You’re right in the middle of the celebration at our most spectacular Mardi Gras street parade ever. Feast your eyes and ears on the colorful costumes, live musicians, dazzling floats, and beads by the handful. Plus, the air will be filled with the spicy aroma of authentic Cajun food* and the sweet sounds of real New Orleans musicians playing in the French Quarter Courtyard.
And when Mardi Gras ends, the party just keeps goin’! Head to Universal CityWalk®, the official Mardi Gras After-Party, for more live music, food and fun.
Join in 15 years of the biggest party this side of the bayou with Mardi Gras at Universal Studios—and let the good times roll!
*Available for purchase.
*Available for purchase.
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