Katy Eberts also added to the group—Special performance set for Saturday, August 9
ROCHESTER, N.Y.—August 5, 2025—Rock and roll icon Lou Gramm and Dennis Casey, longtime guitarist for the Celtic folk punk band Flogging Molly, will join Tommy Brunett’s All-Star Cavalcade of Scoundrels for a special guest performance at the Hoochenanny Whiskey & Music Festival on Saturday, August 9.
Gramm, former frontman of Foreigner, will also be supporting his namesake nonprofit, the Lou Gramm Foundation, which is one of three charitable partners benefitting from Hoochenanny’s official Whiskey Auction.
Hoochenanny takes place Friday, August 8, through Sunday, August 10 at Camp Eastman, located near the Lake Ontario shoreline. This is the festival’s first year at the Irondequoit venue. The three-day event features whiskey tastings, craft cocktails, food vendors, artisan goods and live performances from 18 bands. The music lineup includes Joan Jett and the Blackhearts, Charles Wesley Godwin and Dark Star Orchestra, with genres ranging from rock and alt-country to punk, Americana and jam band.
Also newly added to the All-Star Cavalcade of Scoundrels is Rochester keyboardist Katy Eberts, who will perform alongside Brunett, Gramm, Casey, and acclaimed singer-songwriter Andy Kim. The All-Star Cavalcade of Scoundrels takes the Fermenter Stage from 5:25 to 6:25 p.m. on Saturday, August 9.
“This Cavalcade of Scoundrels lineup is absolutely stacked with talent,” said Brunett, co-founder and co-owner of Hoochenanny Whiskey & Music Festival and co-owner of Iron Smoke Distillery. “I’m truly honored to share the stage with musicians I respect so deeply, including the one and only Lou Gramm. He’s not only joining us on stage but also supporting the Lou Gramm Foundation, one of the incredible nonprofits benefitting from our official whiskey auction. Each artist brings something powerful to the mix, and there might even be a few surprises up our sleeves. You need to be at Hoochenanny to experience it firsthand. It’s going to be something special.”
The full lineup for Tommy Brunett’s All-Star Cavalcade of Scoundrels includes Lou Gramm, Andy Kim, Dennis Casey, Katy Eberts, Brian Eberts, Donny Mancuso (Black Sheep), Todd Lange (The Isotopes), Greg Hasset, Sean McCarthy, Eddie Nebula, Cash Brunett, Jagger Brunett, Nick Spangenberg (ConArtist), Reid Burton (BB Dang), Jenna Ridell, Barb Walczak, Vinnie Cormier and Dylan Cormier.
About Lou Gramm
Lou Gramm, the original voice of Foreigner and a Rochester, New York native, helped define the sound of classic rock through powerhouse vocals on chart-topping hits like “I Want to Know What Love Is,” “Hot Blooded,” and “Juke Box Hero.” Before Foreigner, he fronted the band Black Sheep, the first American act signed to Chrysalis Records. Gramm launched a successful solo career in the late 1980s with hits like “Midnight Blue” and later formed Shadow King before reuniting with Foreigner. After surviving brain surgery in the late 1990s, Gramm returned to touring and was inducted into the Songwriters Hall of Fame in 2013. In 2024, Gramm and Foreigner were inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame.
About Dennis Casey
Dennis Casey is the longtime guitarist for Flogging Molly, the Los Angeles-based Celtic punk band known for blending traditional Irish music with punk rock. He joined the band in 1999 and has been a driving force behind their energetic live shows and distinctive sound ever since. A seasoned performer, Casey has toured extensively with the band across the United States and internationally, contributing to multiple studio albums and festival appearances. Known for his raw guitar style and spirited stage presence, he remains a core member of one of the genre’s most enduring and influential acts.
About Katy Eberts
Katy Eberts is a musician, advocate and public figure whose journey reflects resilience and hope. Before a devastating car accident in the summer of 2023 left her paralyzed, Eberts had built a vibrant career performing across the region. She shared the stage with local artists and opened for national acts including Eddie Money, REO Speedwagon and Little Feat. With her bandmates, she headlined festivals, played to sold-out crowds and earned recognition for her powerful voice and commanding presence.She is also known as a talented baker who channeled her creativity into both traditional and inventive treats. Her new storefront was set to open just weeks after the accident. In the wake of her life-altering injury, Eberts has transformed her story into a source of strength—not only for herself, but for others. By sharing her experience openly, she has forged a deep connection with the community and demonstrated that disability can amplify one’s abilities. She is now a passionate voice for accessibility, inclusion and empowerment, and has returned to both the stage and the kitchen. Eberts remains committed to encouraging others to reclaim what they love, no matter the challenges. Her voice continues to inspire and empower, on stage and beyond.
Site Production Underway
Festival production at Camp Eastman is underway as crews are continuing to install fencing and build out the site’s infrastructure, including tent structures and staging areas. The buildout will continue over the next week to transform the space into a fully immersive festival environment.
Passes are on sale now with advance pricing available through Thursday, August 7.
Passes are available at hoochenanny.com.
General admission passes are $55 for one day, $95 for two days or $135 for three days, plus fees. These include access to all music stages, food vendors, the Artisans Bazaar, beer tastings, cocktail areas and covered seating. All ages are welcome, with 21-and-older areas marked on site.
Tasting passes include everything in general admission, plus entry to the World of Whiskey for 20 curated whiskey tastings. Prices are $85 for one day, $150 for two days or $215 for three days, plus fees.
VIP passes include tasting access and additional amenities such as exclusive stage views, VIP lounges, private bars, luxury restrooms, sit-down dining and on-site parking. Prices are $160 for one day, $310 for two days or $430 for three days, plus fees.
Music Lineup
The 2025 festival will feature an expanded music lineup with international, national, and regional artists performing across two stages, delivering a dynamic mix of Americana, rock, alternative, punk, outlaw country and rockabilly.
Friday, August 8: Charles Wesley Godwin, Old 97’s, The English Beat, Cristina Vane, Checks & Exes, Johnny Hart and the Mess
Saturday, August 9: Joan Jett and the Blackhearts, The Record Company, Tommy Brunett’s All-Star Cavalcade of Scoundrels featuring Andy Kim, The Jack Knives, Vandoliers, Mike Powell and The Echosound, The Isotopes, The Medicinals
Sunday, August 10: moe., Dark Star Orchestra, Galactic featuring Anjelika “Jelly” Joseph, Eggy
World of Whiskey Expands With 150+ Spirits and 25+ Distillers
This year’s whiskey lineup triples in size, featuring more than 150 spirits from local, regional and national distilleries.
The World of Whiskey Tasting Experience will take place inside a 16,000-square-foot tent and include sampling stations, educational sessions and meet-the-maker opportunities with over 30 distillers. Guests can explore five themed tasting areas: Rickhouse Rendezvous, American Whiskey Journey, Rarities Bar, Libations Lounge and Fireside Chats.
Participating brands include Jefferson’s Bourbon, Iron Smoke Distillery, Starlight Distillery, Castle & Key, Pinhook, WhistlePig, Woodinville Whiskey Co. and dozens more.
For a full list of distillers and tasting details, visit hoochenanny.com/whiskey.
Barrel Bistro Food Lineup
The Barrel Bistro, presented by OneDigital, will feature a selection of local food vendors and trucks located directly within the festival grounds, making it easy for guests to grab a bite without leaving the event. All vendors will offer walk-up service throughout the three days of the festival, unless otherwise noted, and guests can enjoy their selections at designated seating areas, including both covered and uncovered spaces.
Food vendors at the Barrel Bistro will include Compané Trattoria, Eat Greek Food Truck, Ice Cream Factory, Jaime’s Dreams Bakery, Rio Tomatlán, The Sheffield Tavern, Swan Market, Swilly’s and Whiskey River Pub & Grill.
Lager Land Beer Lineup
Lager Land will feature a selection of 13 of the Northeast’s best lagers, served inside a 3,000-square-foot tent located near the main festival area, with a view of the stage. Designed as a walk-up tasting experience, it will offer the first five tastings free, with additional flights of five available for $10.
Lager Land will feature pours from 3HB (Three Heads Brewing), Allagash Brewing Company, Frequentem Brewing Co., Genesee Brewing Co., Irondequoit Beer Company, Jack’s Abby Craft Lagers, Meier’s Creek Brewing Company, Prison City Brewing, Steuben Brewing Company, Strangebird Beer, Swiftwater Brewing Co., Tröegs Independent Brewing, and Von Trapp Brewing.
Festival Site Expands With New Experiences and Amenities
The 2025 festival will feature expanded experiences across the grounds, including two music stages, upgraded lounges, tasting areas and more.
The Highball Stage and Fermenter Stage, presented by Harv’s Harley-Davidson, will feature national, international and regional music acts throughout the weekend.
VIP passholders will have access to the Ide Family of Dealerships VIP Loft presented by Skrewball, a two-story space offering stage views, exclusive whiskey tastings, cocktail bars, a cigar lounge, sit-down dining and climate-controlled restrooms.
Additional amenities include the 5,000-square-foot Concert Pavilion with seating, live music, bar service and merchandise; the Stageview Cocktail Lounge presented by Indus Hospitality, a craft cocktail bar with main stage views; and Lager Land, offering complimentary and paid beer tastings from 13 local breweries.
Festivalgoers can also explore food offerings at the Barrel Bistro presented by OneDigital and shop local at the Artisans Bazaar.
Hoochenanny Teams Up With Make-A-Wish, Lou Gramm Foundation and Endless Highway
This year, the festival is partnering with Make-A-Wish, the Lou Gramm Foundation and Endless Highway to support local impact through a charitable whiskey auction. The auction will feature rare and limited-edition bottles, signed music memorabilia and a guitar autographed by rock legend Lou Gramm. All proceeds will benefit the three nonprofit organizations.
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