Rock Classics Festival @ Beaufort Castle On three separate weekends and once during the week, the Rock Classics festival offers hot rhythms, perfect for epic summer nights. During the day, it is also worth visiting the impressive castle ruin, the unique backdrop of the festival. But in any case, don't forget to try the cassis (blackcurrant) liquor, which is produced on site in the castle. The festival kicks off on Friday the 25th July with Manfred Mann’s Earth Band, many of his hits have turned into proper classics. The next day Doro, the "Queen of Rock and Metal" will take centre stage. Awarded with the "Legends-Award" in the British capital, the rock legend will present her new album "Raise Your Fist". She is surrounded by super stars such as Lemmy and Gus G (Ozzy Osbourne’s guitarist). With her new title song she created a new hit similar to the success of "All We Are". On Sunday, the band Kansas brings dulcet and progressive hard rock to Beaufort. Their mystical sounds reminiscent of the Middle Ages

as well as their lyrics will certainly merge with the beautiful backdrop of the castle. Those more in favour of a "Midweek" rock experience, will enjoy the performance by "Revolverheld" on Wednesday 30th July. With their well-known hits and N1 of the German airplay-charts, the German rock band is set to get the public going. The famous jazz musician, bandleader and composer Klaus Doldinger, who is known for the TV and film themes of "Tatort" or "Das Boot", will perform on the 31st July with the Luxembourgish jazz trio Khalifé - Schumacher - Tristano. Yet another holiday and festival weekend takes place on Friday, 1st August, this time with James Blunt. For the concert, which is part of his Moon Landing Tour 2014, the singer songwriter has chosen the breathtaking scenery of the castle in Beaufort. On Sunday the 3rd August, Patty Smith and her unique fusion of rock and poetry will take centre stage. The closing weekend (8th & 9th August) is dedicated to Amy MacDonald, whereas the legendary Chris de Burgh & Band will give a preview of their new album, which is going to be released in September. >>> Rock Classics Festival @ Beaufort Castle