Arlington’s Regent Theatre To Host Rock ‘N’ Roll Benefit Concert

ARLINGTON, MA – Arlington music lovers can enjoy an evening of rock ‘n’ roll music performed by some of New England’s best musicians, all the while supporting a good cause at a Regent Theatre benefit concert later this month.

On April 22, Rockin’ 4 Vets is set to present the Rock n’ Roll Circus benefit concert for Hidden Battles, a non-profit organization that helps veterans struggling with mental illness.

Legendary New England blues artist James Montgomery and his band will headline the benefit event.

The show will also feature acclaimed guitarist Jon Butcher, along with front man, Brian Templeton – formerly of the Radio Kings and currently the Delta Generators and The Proven Ones.

Special guest Big Brother and the Holding Company's Kate Russo will also perform.

Supporting the line-up will be Deric Dyer, Cliff Goodwin, Mitch Chakour, Marty Richards and Marty Ballou, current members of the Shaboo All-Stars and former members of bands such as Joe Cocker, Tina Turner, J. Geils, Peter Wolf.

“This is the cream of the crop,” Dyer said. “It really is a wonderful night for us to all come together and the audience is gonna get just an amazing show.”

Attendees can expect to hear some classic Montgomery songs, a number of Jon Butcher Axis tunes along with a mix of a variety of great R&B hits and a few Hendrix classics.

Because of Dyer’s long tenure in Joe Cocker and Tina Turner’s bands, attendees can expect some Cocker and Turner classics along with legendary Janis Joplin songs sung by Russo.

“It’s going to be a real treat getting to make music with these guys,” Kate Russo said of working with the notable lineup of musicians.

Doors open at 7:15 p.m. and the show begins at 8 p.m. Arlington residents interested in attending the benefit concert can purchase tickets here.