Ocean City, Md. – Rock fans attending the inaugural Boardwalk Rock Festival next weekend will experience a surprise lineup change. Rob Zombie has been added to the bill after Alice in Chains canceled due to health concerns involving drummer Sean Kinney. The festival, taking place from Friday, May 16 to Sunday, May 18, will now feature Rob Zombie performing Saturday at 6:50 p.m. at the Ocean City Inlet. Alice in Chains made the decision to cancel all upcoming shows following medical advice, prioritizing Kinney’s health. Although immediate attention is needed, the band confirmed Kinney’s long-term prognosis is positive. This change comes after Alice in Chains replaced Mötley Crüe in early April, when Mötley Crüe also canceled their appearance due to lead singer Vince Neil’s health concerns. Despite the last-minute changes, anticipation for the festival remains high. Other headliners include Def Leppard, Nickelback, and Shinedown, all performing during the three-day event, which is being staged by the producers of the successful Oceans Calling and Country Calling festivals. Boardwalk Rock aims to carry on the momentum from past festivals, promising a jam-packed weekend with big-name rock talent.
