Orlando City SC Announces MetroPCS Concert Series
Local bands to play in concert series before home matches in 2013
ORLANDO, Fla.—Orlando City, in cooperation with corporate partner MetroPCS, announced the 2013 MetroPCS Concert Series on Wednesday. The concert series, which will feature local bands from the Central Florida area before each home match in 2013 at Fifth Third Bank Field at the Florida Citrus Bowl, adds to the already exciting gameday atmosphere at Orlando City matches as the club heads into its third year of operation.
“This is our second season partnering with OCSC as the exclusive wireless provider and we appreciate their efforts in delivering our message to the Central Florida community,” said Chandra Waters, director of Advertising and Public Relations at MetroPCS. “In return, we are proud to support them on their journey toward joining Major League Soccer (MLS), as well as introduce fans to the wide range of local music talent.”
Concerts will commence one hour prior to kickoff in the MetroPCS fan zone, encouraging fans to come and experience the in-stadium atmosphere before the opening whistle blows. The band lineup, brought to you by WJRR, for the first half of the season is below. The second half will be announced at a later date. This year’s fan zone will be the franchise’s busiest, with more booths, sponsors and activities than ever before.
“The fans of OCSC are in for a real treat this season with the addition of the Concert Series during pre-game festivities,” continued Waters. “From the moment they enter the stadium, there will be a palpable feel of excitement! There will be something for everyone and we are proud to be the exclusive sponsor of the Concert Series, which will bring in some of the most talented local artists in Central Florida.”
The concert series begins with Dropa Stone at the Lions home opener on Sunday, April 14, at Fifth Third Bank Field at the Florida Citrus Bowl. The band plays a rock-based style of music with blues, funk and reggae influences. The Concert Series will take place in the concourse area of the stadium and fans are encouraged to come early and enjoy the music before each match.
Lineup of bands through 6/29/13:
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4/14/2013 |
Rochester Rhinos | Dropa Stone |
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4/19/2013 |
Los Angeles Blues | The Crazy Carls |
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4/27/2013 |
Dayton Dutch Lions | B2BB |
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4/30/2013 |
VSI Tampa Bay | Postera |
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5/4/2013 |
Antigua Barracuda | Leaving Haven |
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5/25/2013 |
Wilmington Hammerheads | To Be Determined* |
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6/7/2013 |
Phoenix FC Wolves | Empire Theory |
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6/9/2013 |
Antigua Barracuda | Savi Fernandez |
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6/22/2013 |
Fluminise | Latin Band |
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6/29/2013 |
Richmond Kickers | A Brilliant Lie |
For more information on the concert series, visit orlandocitysoccer.com.
*Band for 5/25 match to be determined at a later date.
About Orlando City Soccer Club:
Orlando City Soccer Club (OCSC) is a premier professional soccer sports franchise in the United States and is a member of the USL PRO. The Lion’s pro team has won two regular season titles and one postseason championship during their short time in Orlando. Outside of the pro squad, OCSC also has their own youth club, Orlando City Youth Soccer (OCYS) and a U23s team that participates in the PDL. For more information on the pro and youth clubs, visit www.orlandocitysoccer.com and www.orlandocityyouth.org.
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