Featuring Red Voodoo, Sterling Elza, Cole Barnhill, and Laredo
Event Schedule – Saturday, May 30th, 2026
6:00 PM – Doors Open
7:00 PM – Show Begins
📍 Venue: Castle Ridge
📍 Location: Centralia, Illinois
CASTLE RIDGE ANNOUNCES
“UP NEXT: THE RISING ARTIST SERIES”
Presented by Pepsi MidAmerica | A New Lakeside Concert Experience Showcasing the Next Generation of Breakout Stars
Saturday, May 30, 2026
• Red Voodoo (Modern Rock) A high-octane Northern California rock band blending classic swagger with modern edge, delivering explosive live performances.
• Sterling Elza (Red Dirt / Country Rock) A Texas-born rising star whose debut album cracked Apple’s rock charts, known for a powerful full-band sound.
• Cole Barnhill (Texas Rock) A high-energy performer with millions of streams and a reputation for unforgettable live shows.
• Laredo (Country Punk / Alternative Country) A Texas-based act fusing country soul with punk attitude and relentless energy.
A new era of live music is arriving at Castle Ridge. Today, Castle Ridge, in partnership with Pepsi MidAmerica and The Eric Group, announces UP NEXT: The Rising Artist Series, a bold, genre-spanning concert series designed to spotlight the next wave of artists on the verge of national breakout.
Running the last Saturday of each month from May through September, the lakeside series will feature 14 of the hottest emerging acts across country, rock, pop, hip hop, Americana, and more, delivering an experience built for discovery, energy, and connection.
Show Dates:
May 30 | June 27 | July 25 | August 29 | September 26, 2026
Set against the scenic backdrop of Castle Ridge, just 45 miles east of St. Louis, the series positions the venue as a destination for young music fans eager to experience tomorrow’s headliners today.
*All Sales Final. No Refunds or Exchanges.*
*Ticket prices increase by $10 on the day of the show.*