30 years Ollahighliegn: An evening full of blues and rock in Traun

30 years Ollahighliegn: An evening full of blues and rock in Traun

A special anniversary is celebrated in the Traun music scene this year: 30 years have passed since the first Ollahighliegn concert took place in the Linz incredible. The initiative was launched by none other than Reinhold "Hooch" Huemer and Alois Böhm. The fixed date for this event is October 31, the day before All Saints' Day. Despite the loss of "Hooch" in 2013, tradition continues, with the "Hooch Gang" now bearing the name "The Gang". In addition, the “Half a Century Band” founded by Hooch will be part of the program.

This year the “Half A Century Band” focuses on the songs of the Allman Brothers band. This legendary Southern Rock Formation has suffered a great loss with its style -defining guitarist Dickey Betts, which died in April 2024. In order to realize the special sound of the Allman Brothers, which is characterized by two drummer, Ewald Zach, known from the Upper Austrian Jazz Orchestra, appears as a second drummer.

The musical program

The program of "The Gang" includes a wide range of musical pieces. From Duane Eddy from the 1950s to iconic hits by Bob Marley, "The Who" and the Rolling Stones, the music group shows how timelessly good music can be. In particular, the song "Gimme Shelter" gets a new relevance with the lines in the current time: "Was, Children, is just a shot away." The performance promises a powerful evening full of blues and rock with classics and rarities that not only come from deceased artists, but also still have an immense energy and meaning today.

The music artists who take part in this special evening are top -class: Mella Casata, Erwin Drescher, Jacky Hanzhaz, Mike Kreuzer, Manfred Puchner, Alfred Reitinger, David Schweiger, Didi Voice Leader, Chris Wildmoser and Ewald Zach bring their skills to the stage and will inspire the audience with their performances.

interested parties can purchase their tickets in advance for 24 euros, at the box office they cost 26 euros. Information and tickets are available at kulturpark.at .

Another highlight of the event is the possibility of indulging in the musical memories and the unique atmosphere that the Ollahighliegn concert offers every year. The event location and the celebrated artists will surely ensure an unforgettable evening that brings the best pieces of music history to life.

For all music lovers and those who are looking for a special experience, visiting this concert is a must. The combination of tradition, honor of deceased music legends and the commitment of living musicians is guaranteed to ensure an unforgettable evening.