Heavy hitting rock legends Night Ranger will be performing a FREE show at Ottumwa RAGBRAI 2024 on Thursday, July 25 as part of the RAGBRAI festivities. The concert will take place outdoors in the Bridge View Center parking lot starting at 5pm with support from Ottumwa RAGBRAI Battle of the Bands winners January and Hollowtree, along with Rushmore and Run Forrest Run.
Night Ranger recently released a live album titled, 40 Years and a Night with Contemporary Youth Orchestra and it is available on CD/DVD, Vinyl, Blu-ray, and digitally across all streaming platforms. Filmed live at the Key Bank State Theatre in Cleveland, this special event finds band members Jack Blades, Kelly Keagy, Brad Gillis, Eric Levy, and Keri Kelli taking the stage for a one-of-a-kind set joined by Cleveland’s acclaimed Contemporary Youth Orchestra—an impressive outfit that boasts more than 80 talented student musicians between the ages of 12 and 18, who represent more than 40 schools in Ohio and who have previously performed alongside fellow rock legends such as Jefferson Starship, STYX, Pat Benatar, Kenny Loggins, and more.
The historic collaboration with CYO marks the first time ever that Night Ranger has performed with a live symphonic orchestra, providing a unique and soaring backdrop to signature classics such as “Sister Christian,” “(You Can Still) Rock In America,” and “Don’t Tell Me You Love Me” among many others. The live concert event was also turned into a two-part special for AXS TV in fall of 2023. In addition to all this, Night Ranger is also on the road continuing the celebration of their landmark 40TH Anniversary, and will continue to tour across the country throughout 2024.
Having sold over 17 Million albums worldwide, performed across more than 4000 stages, and captivated a radio audience that exceeds 1 Billion, Night Ranger has both epitomized and transcended the arena rock sound and style well beyond that era. The band continue to grow their ever-evolving fan-base and they are proof that powerful songs alongside incredibly talented musicians is the perfect formula for continued success.
Night Ranger have earned widespread recognition that includes both multi-platinum and gold album status all while leaving their indelible mark on the music industry with a long list of best-selling albums (Dawn Patrol, Midnight Madness, 7 Wishes, Big Life and Man In Motion). Their popularity is fueled by an impressive number of instantly recognizable hit singles and signature album tracks. Over the years, the band’s music has made notable contributions to and been featured in many different areas of global media and pop culture. Night Ranger was one of the first big “video” bands on MTV, with over ten #1 hit videos. Their songs can be heard in TV Shows like, The Unbreakable Kimmy Schmidt, American Dad, Glee, Grey’s Anatomy, Parks & Recreation. The band have also had music featured in video games such as, Rock Band, Guitar Hero and Grand Theft Auto, plus hit Broadway musical Rock of Ages, the Oscar-Nominated film Boogie Nights, and other feature films such as Friday the 13th, Teachers, Sixteen Candles, and The Secret of My Success. Most recently the band’s classic hit “Sister Christian” can be heard in a Dr. Pepper commercial. They can also be heard throughout JBL’s “Hear The Truth” brand campaign.
Night Ranger is Jack Blades (bass, vocals), Kelly Keagy (drums, vocals), Brad Gillis (lead & rhythm guitars), Eric Levy (keyboards) and Keri Kelli (lead & rhythm guitars).
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For the safety and security of our guests, employees, and performers, the following items have been prohibited by management and are not allowed in our venue at any time. If guests are in possession of a prohibited item, they may be asked to surrender the item or to leave the premises,
Prohibited Items:
-Coolers
-Vape and E-cig products
-Wallet chains or sharp-spiked jewelry
-Professional audio/video recording equipment of any kind
-Fireworks or pyro of any kind, including aerosol cans and silly string
-Weapons of any kind including handcuffs, utility knives, mace, and personal security pepper spray
-Bags exceeding 13” x 13” x 13”
-Inflatable items such as beach balls and balloons
-Large umbrellas
-Laser pens, glow sticks, or candles
-Pets, except service dogs
-Bicycles, scooters, skateboards, or Segways
-Noise-making devices such as whistles, horns, instruments, or bells
-Any other item deemed unacceptable by staff or volunteers of the event
