Do you remember when Edgefest was a darn good rock n' roll show? CFNY Edge 102 used to put some serious effort into this show, hiring solid closers like Radiohead, Green Day, The Tragically Hip and more. Lately, it's been more of a joke.
The last Edgefest I attended was back in 2003 when Sloan, Our Lady Peace and The Hip played the last 'Fest at Molson Park. The 2004 line-up really upset me, and prompted quite the exchange between Alan Cross and myself. Last year's line-up was a little better, leaning on the power of local heroes Billy Talent, but it was still the weakest collection of bands since the late 80s.
This year’s main stage will play host to Yellowcard, the All-American Rejects, Hawthorne Heights, Story of the Year, and Matchbook Romance. I'm sure there's a 14 year old kid in Scarberia cheering right now, but the majority of us ol' faithful CFNY guys are yawning and moving on. We're aware of their unexplainable obsession with the Rejects, one of the bands I hate and a main attraction of this year's show.
Tix are on sale May 5th. I'm sure plenty of ducats will be available in July, so there's no rush kiddies. Take your sweet ass time.
