The Rock Hall has just announced that the veteran punk rock band Social Distortion [pictured] will perform as part of Klipsch Fest, a day-long celebration happening from 3 to 11 p.m. on Saturday, Aug. 11.

The event will also include various live performances, DJ sets, demos and giveaways on the PNC Rock Hall Live! stage. Social Distortion will headline and play at 9 p.m.

The event is free with the purchase of a general admission ticket to the Rock Hall.

A VIP ticket priced at $75 includes access to an exclusive “Under the Influences” talk with Social D singer-guitarist Mike Ness that takes place at 3 p.m. that day. Ness will discuss his career as a songwriter and musician, share stories behind some of Social D’s hits and chat about the albums that influenced him.

VIP tickets also include museum admission, access to premium viewing and a private cash bar during the concert.

This article appears in Jun 13-19, 2018.

Jeff has been covering the Cleveland music scene for more than 25 years now. On a regular basis, he tries to talk to whatever big acts are coming through town. And if you're in a local band that he needs to hear, email him at jniesel@clevescene.com.