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Palatine Park Rocks: The Clarks & New Relics Set Stage
24 Jul
Summary
- The Clarks are performing at Palatine Park for their 40-year anniversary tour.
- The free concert also features local favorites, The New Relics, as the opening act.
- Marion County Administrator Kris Cinalli sees concerts as making the area a music destination.
This Saturday, Palatine Park in Fairmont will host a free concert featuring the iconic Pittsburgh-based band, The Clarks, celebrating their 40-year anniversary tour. The evening's festivities will commence with an opening performance by north-central West Virginia's own The New Relics, a local band with a strong following.
Marion County administrator Kris Cinalli highlighted the significance of these events, stating that they have been instrumental in establishing the area as a premier destination for music lovers. He anticipates a strong regional turnout, especially among long-time fans of The Clarks.
The concert series at Palatine Park has been a catalyst for revitalizing the venue, which was once underutilized. Previous successful shows, including one by Fairmont native Johnnie Johnson, have cemented the park's reputation as a notable outdoor music space.
Despite facing challenges this summer, including rain-outs and extreme heat, organizers are optimistic for Saturday's event. Cinalli also noted the park's good fortune in avoiding the smoke from Canadian wildfires earlier in the season, expressing hope for clear skies for this upcoming performance.
