The “Woodstock” music festival took place on a rainy weekend in 1969. There were 32 acts performing in front of over 400,000 attendees. “Woodstock” is widely regarded as one of the greatest and most pivotal moments in popular music history. It was even among Rolling Stone’s 50 Moments That Changed the History of Rock and Roll. Western Illinois University will host its own version of “Woodstock” called “Corbinstock”. The festivities will take place just north of Corbin Hall on Thursday, May 6, from 5:30-10:30 p.m. This is the second year for the “Corbinstock” festival.
Laura Rychalsky, the Corbin Complex Director, recently gave me the vitals on “Corbinstock”. “The focus is on music, but we will have free food and raffles,” Rychalsky said. “There is a $2 suggested donation, and the money earned will go the Macomb High School Band to help pay for uniforms. T-shirts are on sale now for $10 in the Corbin Complex Director Office and at the event.”
While Santana, Grateful Dead, and Jimi Hendrix will not be headlining this event, there are some talented local bands that will be there. Never Say When, The Fizzy Pops, Merlin, Marcos & the Mack Daddys, Just the Kid and Flatfoot 56 will all be playing at “Corbinstock”.
Joey Evans, a senior broadcasting major and self-proclaimed music fanatic, attended “Corbinstock” last year. “I thought the atmosphere was great; it really was a good time. There was a lot of good people and good music,” Evans said. “I think it will probably be more organized and a better experience overall this year since it is the second year they are running it.”
As finals approach and stress levels rise around campus, we could all use a way to relax. “Corbinstock” is a great place to hear some up-and-coming bands on campus and hang out with friends. Although the event is free, a small $2 donation is suggested to help out the Macomb High School Band. Try and get to “Corbinstock” early to beat the crowd, because you never know when a small music festival in the middle of nowhere will go on to change music history.
David
