Mike Pinto w/ Rockstead

Mike Pinto has crafted an exceptional style of songwriting, with a truly unique take on Roots, Vintage Rock, Reggae, Ska and Classic Surf, but it’s his distinct voice and seamless storytelling that has brought him success both in the United States and overseas.
With the release of his debut album (Little District, 2005), Pinto began his attack on the Philadelphia music scene as a solo artist. By 2006, underground success and a fervent, exploding fan base empowered him to expand westward with two nationwide solo acoustic tours. After the second tour Pinto relocated to San Diego, where he immersed himself in the thriving Southern California music scene and quickly gained notoriety. His infectious sound garnered so much attention that Insomnia Radio included his single "One More Time" on a hard hitting compilation of the SoCal sound’s brightest groups, including DI and Slightly Stoopid. In very short order, Mike Pinto transitioned from a kid from Philly playing acoustic in coffee houses and tiny bars to a prominent fixture on the SoCal music scene.

ROCKSTEAD The feeling of love. The power of unity. The essence of happiness. The strength of
togetherness and positive vibrations. The highs of living life and the lows of dealing with its
obstacles. All of these things encapsulate the music of Cincinnati, OH-born Rockstead, a four-
piece, passion driven rock/reggae group.

With roots leading as far back as middle school, Rockstead combines a lifetime full of influences
ranging from rock, punk, reggae, jam and metal. In their early days Rockstead ruled the college
party scene in Ohio with a schedule full of impromptu house shows leading to packed
basements of DIY venues and later, massive crowds attending college fests such as Ohio
University’s infamous spring festivals. This early success catalyzed the band’s first recordings
which included “Wake Up And Live” (album, 2013), “Rise” (EP, 2014) and “Homegrown” (album,
2016). These releases ignited their inner road warrior leading to a plethora of plays at music
festivals and concert venues across the Midwest. Since then, Rockstead continues to widen
their reach touring throughout the Eastern U.S. and down into Florida.

Outdoor event rain or shine. No refunds.

Event Venue & Nearby Stays

Bowstring Pizza and Brewyard, 1930 Wake Forest Road, Raleigh, United States