First 20 Bands Announced for Maid of Stone 2025 Festival, Featuring Black Stone Cherry, Michael Schenker, and More

Maid of Stone 2025 is set to raise the bar for rock festivals in the UK, with an exciting lineupthat includes Kentucky rock icons Black Stone Cherry, legendary guitarist MichaelSchenker, and a host of other major international and homegrown acts. The festival will takeplace at Mote Park in Maidstone, Kent, on July 18th – 20th, 2025.Black Stone Cherry to Headline Exclusive UK ShowKentucky rockers Black Stone Cherry will headline Maid of Stone 2025 with an exclusiveone-off UK performance on Saturday, July 19th. This will be the band’s only UK appearancein 2025, making it a must-see for fans. Known for their electrifying live performances, theband will deliver a set featuring their signature hits, including "Me and Mary Jane," "WhiteTrash Millionaire," "Blame It on the Boom Boom," and "Lonesome Train." This performancemarks their debut at Maid of Stone, though it will be their third appearance at Mote Park,having previously headlined Ramblin' Man Fair in 2019.Michael Schenker to Bring 'My Years in UFO' Show to Maid of StoneOn Sunday, July 20th, Michael Schenker, the legendary guitarist formerly of Scorpions andUFO, will take the main stage with his acclaimed "My Years in UFO" show. Fans can expecta masterclass in rock guitar, as Schenker is joined by Erik Grönwall, former frontman of SkidRow and H.E.A.T. The performance promises to be a highlight of the weekend, featuringclassic tracks from Schenker’s legendary career.SWEET, Stone Broken, and More to Rock the Main StageAlso joining the lineup are SWEET—fronted by guitarist Andy Scott—whose classic hitscontinue to captivate audiences worldwide. After the success of their latest album, the band isready to bring their timeless anthems to Maid of Stone for a huge singalong. Stone Broken,one of the UK’s fastest-rising rock acts, will also take to the main stage, as will The RavenAge, who are fresh off a stadium tour with Iron Maiden.

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