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John Fogerty To Headline MGK’s Big Gig

John Fogerty will headline MGK’s Big Gig on June 7, 2024, with special guests George Thorogood & The Destroyers. One of WMGK‘s biggest events is back and most importantly, officially…

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John Fogerty will headline MGK's Big Gig on June 7, 2024, with special guests George Thorogood & The Destroyers.

One of WMGK‘s biggest events is back and most importantly, officially announced. Our Big Gig 2024 is sure to be as fun as ever with great musical acts set to take the stage!

This year our headliners will be John Fogerty with special guests George Thorogood & The Destroyers. The Big Gig 2024 is a stop on the Celebration Tour with Hearty Har also on the bill.

The show is at the Freedom Mortgage Pavilion just over the bridge in Camden, New Jersey.

The PUBLIC ON SALE takes place on Friday, March 15 at 10 am via LiveNation.

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Legendary rock musician John Fogerty continues his Celebration Tour this summer. This highly anticipated tour marks a significant milestone. It's the first time Fogerty has performed his songs since acquiring ownership of his extensive song catalog. Kicking off on June 2nd in South Carolina, this exhilarating journey will weave its way along the East Coast throughout June 20th in Lenox, MA. Joining in the party as special guests are fellow ‘bad to the bone’ music icons, George Thorogood & The Destroyers and rock band, Hearty Har.

We can't wait for John Fogerty to headline this year's Big Gig!

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See The Highlights From The 2023 MGK's Big Gig:

As you can see from our photos, MGK Big Gig 2023 was a huge success for listeners, staff, performers, and everyone involved.

ZZ Top and Lynyrd Skynyrd rocked Freedom Mortgage Pavilion on the Camden Waterfront for a memorable celebration of classic rock on the only local stop on the ‘Sharp Dressed Simple Man’ Tour. 102.9 MGK kicked off the day with live broadcasts from the regular weekday lineup.

Tony Harris went live from 4 pm-5 pm, followed by Andre Gardner from 5 pm-6 pm and The Matt Cord Show with Steve Vassalotti from 6 pm-7 pm. The MGK staff got to interact with the station's listeners at Freedom Mortgage Pavilion for one of the most fun days on the calendar. Despite a little rain early in the day, the venue filled up quickly. The lawn was packed for the performance of two giants in the history of Rock & Roll. 

Lynyrd Skynyrd

After Uncle Kracker’s opening performance at 6:30, Lynyrd Skynyrd took the stage. Classics never die, as “That Smell,” “Sweet Home Alabama,” and the “Free Bird” encore got the crowd involved as much as any songs.

Concert Setlist:

Workin' for MCA
Skynyrd Nation
What's Your Name
That Smell
I Know a Little
Whiskey Rock-a-Roller
Saturday Night Special
Gimme Back My Bullets
Tuesday's Gone
Simple Man
Gimme Three Steps
Call Me the Breeze
Sweet Home Alabama
Encore: Free Bird

ZZ Top

Billy Gibbons and company hit the stage at Freedom Mortgage Pavilion around 9:30 pm after Lynyrd Skynyrd.

ZZ Top played some of their biggest hits like “Gimme All Your Lovin’,” “Sharp Dressed Man,” and “La Grange” at MGK Big Gig.

Concert Setlist:

Got Me Under Pressure
I Thank You
Waitin' for the Bus
Jesus Just Left Chicago
Gimme All Your Lovin'
Pearl Necklace
I'm Bad, I'm Nationwide
I Gotsta Get Paid
My Head's in Mississippi
Sixteen Tons
Just Got Paid
Sharp Dressed Man
Legs

MGK Big Gig Photos

Matt Cord and Steve Vassalotti

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102.9 broadcasted live from Freedom Mortgage Pavilion on Sunday from 4pm-7pm. Matt Cord and Steve Vassalotti handled the final hour leading up to the show.


ZZ Top

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Billy Gibbons has become the most famous member of ZZ Top. The band has been together since the 1970s.


Lynyrd Skynyrd

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Lynyrd Skynyrd has stood the test of time despite the tragedy that struck the band in 1977.


Lynyrd Skynyrd

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Lynyrd Skynyrd has continued to play despite the tragic plane crash in 1977. Their classic hits have stood the test of time.


Lynyrd Skynyrd

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Freedom Mortgage Pavilion has a packed schedule of concerts throughout the summer. It's one of the most popular concert venues in the Philadelphia area.


Lynyrd Skynyrd

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Lynyrd Skynyrd is one of the quintessential bands that define Southern Rock.


Lynyrd Skynyrd

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Lynyrd Skynyrd played hit songs like "Sweet Home Alabama" and "That Smell" during their set. They used the iconic "Free Bird" as the encore.


Andre Gardner

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Resident Beatles expert Andre Gardner is a crowd favorite. He even received this gift from a listener.


Lynyrd Skynyrd

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Lynyrd Skynyrd performed for about two hours on the main stage. ZZ Top followed them up with another excellent performance.


MGK Big Gig 2023

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Freedom Mortgage Pavilion has a packed schedule of concerts throughout the summer. It's one of the most popular concert venues in the Philadelphia area.


MGK Big Gig 2023

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The lights at Freedom Mortgage Pavilion captivated the crowd during the Lynyrd Skynyrd and ZZ Top sets.


MGK Big Gig 2023

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Barb from Barb's Harley Davidson stopped by the MGK broadcast tent. She is pictured here with Steve Vassalotti.


MGK Big Gig 2023

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Lynyrd Skynyrd took the main stage around 7:30 pm. The local crowd cheered the entrance of one of the best Southern Rock bands.


Barb's Harley Davidson

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Barb's Harley Davidson riders pulled up to the concert around 5 pm. They didn't let the rain get them down!


Barb's Harley Davidson

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The Harley riders parked their bikes outside Freedom Mortgage Pavilion. They know how to ride in style.


Barb's Harley Davidson

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Barb's Harley Davidson riders pulled up to the concert around 5pm. The styl of the bikes cruising through Camden made for a proud entrance.


Lynyrd Skynyrd

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Lynyrd Skynyrd became famous from classics like "Sweet Home Alabama" and 'Free Bird."


MGK Big Gig 2023

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Andre Gardner is a crowd favorite. He is pictured here with Jim Sutcliffe of Live Nation.


MGK Big 2023

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The Pic-A-Lilli Inn in Shamong, NJ provided boxed meals. The buffalo chicken sandwiches really hit the spot.


ZZ Top

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Billy Gibbons has become the most famous member of ZZ Top. The band has been together since 1969.


Barb's Harley Davidson

BigGig19.jpgColin Newby | BBGI Philadelphia

The riders strolled through on some impressive looking bikes.


Matt Cord and Steve Vassalotti

BigGig6.jpgGina Cosenza | BBGI Philadelphia

102.9 broadcasted live from Freedom Mortgage Pavilion on Sunday from 4pm-7pm. Matt Cord and Steve Vassalotti handled the final hour leading up to the show.


ZZ Top

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ZZ Top became famous for hit songs like "Tush" and "Sharp Dressed Man."


MGK Big Gig 2023

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The Harley riders parked their bikes outside Freedom Mortgage Pavilion. They know how to ride in style.


Lynyrd Skynyrd

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The lighting at Freedom Mortgage Pavilion enhanced Lynyrd Skynyrd's set. It became a crowd-pleaser.


Lynyrd Skynyrd

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Lynyrd Skynyrd became famous from classics like "Sweet Home Alabama" and 'Free Bird."


Lynyrd Skynyrd

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The video board at Freedom Mortgage Pavilion allows people on the lawn to see the main stage. It is one of the most prominent concert venues in the Philadelphia area.

Join us at the MGK Big Gig on Friday, June 7th starring John Fogerty with special guests George Thorogood & The Destroyers, and Harty Har. 
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Gina Cosenza is a digital content coordinator for Beasley Media Group Philadelphia. She has been with the company for a year, writing and assisting with all things social. As a content creator in Philadelphia, Gina covers all things Philly sports, food, music, and lifestyle