Originating from Flint, Michigan in 1969, this top selling American rock group of the 70’s is “COMIN’ TO YOUR TOWN TO HELP YOU PARTY IT DOWN.” Grand Funk Railroad is extremely excited to be touring in 2022 marking a 53-year milestone. After playing to millions of fans on the band’s tours from 1996 to 2021, Grand Funk’s 2022 Tour will continue to reach both new and long-time fans. Internationally acclaimed Grand Funk has toured the world, selling out in the U.S., Canada, Europe, Japan and South America. A 1971 performance at New York’s Shea Stadium sold out faster than the Beatles.... Read More

Sevendust with special guests Nonpoint, Ill Nino, and Another Day Dawns hit The Rust Belt on Thursday, December 29! Learn more here: SEVENDUST AT THE RUST BELT Sevendust Atlanta-based quintet Sevendust are one of the most prominent nu-metal acts, rising above their contemporaries with an aggressive blend of bottom-heavy riffs and soulful, accessible melodies delivered by vocalist Lajon Witherspoon. Over the years, the band balanced the raw energy and brutality of early albums like 1997’s Sevendust and 1999’s Home with increasingly atmospheric production and even late-era acoustic... Read More

Following the path of many venues in larger cities across the nation, and New York City, Codfish Hollow Barnstormers has announced they will require concert attendees to bring proof of vaccinations to attend their shows. The venue posted the following on their facebook last night: ATTENTION: Do you need a refund because you are not getting vaccinated? Hit us up via email and we will MOST HAPPILY refund you. Please include show and number of tickets you wish refunded. Thanks! This was accompanied by a lengthy post about their change in policy: In accordance with recommendations by the CDC and thoughtful... Read More

Sevendust, with special guests Austin Meade, Kirra, and Alborn, will perform at The Rust Belt, 533 12th Ave. East Moline, Tuesday, June 29! For tickets and more information, click here! Atlanta-based quintet Sevendust are one of the most prominent nu-metal acts, rising above their contemporaries with an aggressive blend of bottom-heavy riffs and soulful, accessible melodies delivered by vocalist Lajon Witherspoon. Over the years, the band balanced the raw energy and brutality of early albums like 1997’s Sevendust and 1999’s Home with increasingly atmospheric production and even late-era... Read More

Outlaw county legend David Allan Coe, with special guest Brushville, will be coming to The Rust Belt, 533 12th Ave., East Moline, at 8 p.m. Friday, June 4. Tickets are available now at this link.  Read More

This week has brought an unprecedented number of cancellations for sporting events, concerts, conferences and a growing list of other forms of entertainment and gatherings. Employees are being sent home to work remotely, schools are being closed to students, more are staying home to watch kids and others are self-quarantining to avoid or recover from Coronavirus (COVID-19). With so many forced to stay home for these reasons, or just to avoid contagion, it seemed time to start a new column on Home Entertainment Trends. Most people are familiar with standard TV programming broadcast over the airwaves... Read More

Alice Cooper is regretfully postponing his Spring 2020 headline North American tour, which includes a show at the Adler Theatre on Wednesday, April 8, 2020. The tour is being rescheduled for Fall 2020 and the itinerary will be announced as soon as possible.  Fans are encouraged to hold onto their tickets at this time, as they will be honored for the rescheduled date. Due to the current concerns regarding COVID-19, the health and safety of our fans, local venue staff, as well as the health and safety of our band and crew is of utmost priority. Information regarding previously purchased... Read More

Shocking concert announcements continue in the Quad Cities! Just announced today, The Smashing Pumpkins will bring their Spring Tour 2020 ‘Rock Invasion 2’ to The Rust Belt (533 12th Avenue East Moline) on Wednesday Apr 29. Doors open at 7 p.m. Advanced tickets will be $55 ($60 on the day of the show) and will go on sale this Friday Mar 6 at 10 a.m. You can purchase your tickets at https://www.eventbrite.com/e/the-smashing-pumpkins-tickets-96774813071. Formed in Chicago, IL in 1988, The Smashing Pumpkins released their heralded debut album Gish in 1991 and found mainstream success with 1993’s... Read More

Breaking news! Hell Yeah, All That Remains and Butcher Babies are coming to the Quad Cities! That’s right, this unbelievable line-up will be taking The Rust Belt (533 12th Avenue Moline) stage on Friday Apr 24. Stay tuned to QuadCities.com for more information, including when ticket sales will begin.  Read More

Paul McCartney brings his eagerly anticipated return to the U.S. with his new Freshen Up tour, and he’s heading straight for the Quad Cities! Experience the legendary Paul McCartney at the TaxSlayer Center (1201 River Drive Moline) on Tuesday Jun 11 at 8 p.m. The Freshen Up tour is Paul’s first outing following the release of his brand-new studio album, Egypt Station, out September 7th on Capitol Records. Featuring the AAA Top 10 single “Come On To Me,” Egypt Station is already generating rave reviews, with Q magazine writing in a 4-star review that Paul is “enjoying his music too much... Read More