June 25, 2014 - PITTSFIELD – Greylock Federal Credit Union and Live 95.9 WBEC FM have released the summer lineup for their Live on the Lake community concert series. For the thirteenth consecutive season the concerts will be offered every Wednesday evening, beginning July 9th through August 27th, from 6 pm to 8 pm at Burbank Park on Onota Lake in Pittsfield. Who Are You (a Who tribute band) opens this year’s concert series.
Greylock’s Victoria May, Assistant Vice President, Manager Marketing Promotions & Partnerships said, “Live on the Lake has become a Berkshire summer tradition with thousands of people enjoying the great music in the beautiful surroundings of Onota Lake. Greylock, in partnership with Live 95.9 WBEC FM, is a proud supporter of this weekly event that so many of our neighbors look forward to and enjoy.”
Peter Barry, Vice President, Market Manager of Vox Radio said, “The Berkshires region is bursting with musical talent. Add the stunning scenery of Onota Lake, and Live on the Lake becomes the ideal venue for local artists to showcase their talent. Every year the excitement grows by volumes. There is something for everyone to enjoy.”
Record crowds attended each concert last summer, and as many as 150 boats dropped anchor along the shores of Onota Lake to view the acts.
The schedule for 2014 is as follows:
7/9 Who Are You
7/16 Greylock
7/23 Whiskey City
7/30 Blackwater
8/6 WYKYD
8/13 Rev Tor
8/20 Sirsy
8/27 Arthur Holmes Blues Band
According to May, a shuttle service will be offered again this year for people parking at Taconic High School. “These concerts are extremely popular and we want to accommodate people with extra parking at Taconic High School.” In addition to the shuttle, parking will be available on Vin Hebert Boulevard.
The Pittsfield Police Department would like to remind those who attend that alcohol is not permitted at Burbank Park during these concerts and no parking is allowed on Lakeway Drive Extension (located off Pecks Road). The Pittsfield Police Department will be on patrol during these shows and parking violations will be cited.
About Live 95.9:
Live 95.9 WBEC FM is part of the Vox Berkshire Radio Group, and plays hits from the eighties nineties and today. Live 95.9’s broadcast studios are at 211 Jason Street in Pittsfield. More information is available at www.live959.com.
