British born but Nashville based Joanne Shaw Taylor, known for her unmatched guitar skills and soulful song writing and L.A based rockers, Dirty Honey, described by many as the most exciting band in rock right now, will both perform equal length sets.

They will replace Richie Kotzen who has withdrawn from the event.

A statement from Kotzen’s agent states ‘Due to unforeseen circumstances beyond the Artist’s control, it is with great regret that we announce the cancellation of Richie Kotzen’s appearance and performance at the upcoming Maid Of Stone festival on July 18th in Maidstone UK. Richie sincerely apologizes for this disappointment and extends his gratitude to the fans for their understanding.

To accommodate the co-headliners, Maid of Stone’s doors will now open at 13:00 on Friday 18^th.

A Strong Friday Night Line-up

Joining JST and Dirty Honey on the main stage Friday will be Swedish melodic rockers H.E.A.T and UK rock veterans Quireboys.

HEAT have recently played to packed crowds and rave reviews on their recent UK tour and with Spike back on top form with his supergroup of performers,  Quireboys fans of all ages are once again delighted to have the band back and rocking harder than ever.

Known for his work with Skin and Jagged Edge, guitar maestro Myke Gray has announced a supergroup of his own to perform classics from his previous bands. With The Treatment’s Tom Rampton on vocals, Apriori’s Tony Lang on guitar and Inglorious’ Colin Parkinson on bass. His drummer is set to be announced soon.

Hillbilly Vegas, the Oaklahoma based southern rockers are experts in getting the party going and will open the main stage in style. Prepare to shake-it-like-a-hillybilly!

Shhhh it’s a Secret

And rounding out the Friday main stage will be a secret set. The organisers have dropped only a few minor clues as to who will perform but they promise that it will be one of those ‘you’ll regret it if you miss it’ moments.

A Rock Festival for the Whole Family

In addition to the exciting performances, Maid of Stone 2025 will feature improved festival amenities with a wider selection of real ales and an expanded merchandise range. Plus, the VIP experience has been taken to the next level, with an incredible line-up of exclusive acoustic sets from major artists—more details to be announced soon.

Maid of Stone is also thrilled to announce a new partnership with Planet Rock for 2025, ensuring an even bigger rock experience for fans of all ages.

Maid of Stone Unplugged

Maid of Stone also recently announced six bands who will perform acoustic sessions in the VIP area. On Friday 18^th will be Kris Barras and local talent Stephan Brian Leonard.

Saturday 19^th sees he return of South of Salem and a debut for Beth Blade and the Beautiful Disasters.

And Sunday 20^th sees the return of Tygers of Pan Tang and a special intimate session from Firestarter stage headliners Empyre.

For more information and to purchase tickets, visit www.maidofstonefestival.com.

LINE-UP IN FULL

FRIDAY 18TH JULY

DIRTY HONEY / JOANNE SHAW TAYLOR

H.E.A.T

QUIREBOYS

MYKE GRAY

*SECRET SET*

HILLBILLY VEGAS

GORILLA RIOT

A’PRIORI

TOM KILLNER

MUDDIBROOKE

WE THREE KINGS

ACOUSTIC – KRIS BARRAS, STEPHAN BRIAN LEONARD

SATURDAY 19TH JULY

BLACK STONE CHERRY

UGLY KID JOE

THE RAVEN AGE

*SPECIAL GUEST TBA*

THE GEORGIA THUNDERBOLTS

ROSALIE CUNNINGHAM

FURY

JACK J HUTCHINSON

BEAUX GRIS GRIS AND THE APOCALYPSE

IN SEARCH OF SUN

REVENANT

FLINT MOORE

KIM JENNETT

BOBBIE DAZZLE

BIG RIVER

ACOUSTIC – SOUTH OF SALEM, BETH BLADE AND THE BEAUTIFUL DISASTERS

SUNDAY 20TH JULY

MICHAEL SCHENKER

SWEET

STONE BROKEN

THESE WICKED RIVERS

SARI SCHORR

L.A EDWARDS

PARKER BARROW

ABSOLVA

EMPYRE

BLUE NATION

THIS HOUSE WE BUILT

BATTLE BORN

LESS THAN HOLLOW

THE HEAT INC.

QUEEN HORIZON

ACOUSTIC – TYGERS OF PAN TANG – EMPYRE

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