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Sheryl Crow, Sheepdogs to headline at Oxford Stomp

Article content Oxford Stomp is sure to make fans happy who just wanna have some fun this summer and soak up the sun. Article content Article content With her multitude of catchy hit songs, Sheryl Crow is sure to be a huge draw at the music festival this summer on Prince's Island Park. Article content Crow is heading back to Calgary to headline the 35th annual corporate party on July 11 but will be joined by some solid bands like four-time Juno winners The Sheepdogs, alternative rock duo (and Juno winner) Dear Rouge and alternative rock band Hotel Mira. Article content Article content 'The last time Sheryl Crow played the Oxford STOMP was 10 years ago to a sold-out crowd' said Sarah Geddes, communications director for Oxford Stomp. 'This will be the first time any Calgarian has been able to see an artist of this calibre up close and personal on the Prince's Island main stage, so dust off your boots and act fast as this is going to undoubtedly be the concert event of the summer!' Article content Article content The after party, with free entry for concert-goers, will be held at Wildhorse Saloon. Article content The 2024 Oxford STOMP and inaugural year at Prince's Island Park featured George Thorogood & The Destroyers, Tom Cochrane, Serena Ryder and Uncle Strut. Previously, the business-sponsored shindig, which the public can buy tickets to, was held at Millennium Park and Fort Calgary. 'We are looking forward to celebrating the 35th annual year of the Oxford STOMP with an amazing lineup!' said Ryan Sirski, Vice President Office leasing & Operations for Oxford Properties. Article content 'We are also thrilled to be back at Calgary's favourite outdoor music festival site, Prince's Island Park, which has allowed us to return the event to its previous large-scale format bringing internationally-acclaimed artists to the city and creating an unparalleled concert experience for Calgarians!' Article content In addition to an all-star musical lineup, concert-goers can enjoy a variety of food and beverage service until 11 p.m.