Metal Anarchy

Tom Morello has revealed that he will be hosting the Power To The People festival at Merriweather Post Pavilion in Columbia, MD on October 3. The event promises to be a “non-partisan celebration of peace, justice, solidarity, music, and community action.”

Here’s the lineup:

Foo Fighters
Dave Matthews
Tom Morello (Rage Against The Machine)
Joan Baez
Jack Black (feat. Roman Morello, Revel Ian, Yoyoka Soma & Hugo Weiss)
Dropkick Murphys
Cypress Hill
Killer Mike (Run The Jewels)
Serj Tankian (System Of A Down)
Brittany Howard
Taylor Momsen (The Pretty Reckless)
The Linda Lindas
Darryl “DMC” McDaniels (Run-D.M.C.)
Matt Cameron (Soundgarden, ex-Pearl Jam)
Grandson
The Neighborhood Kids
Shepard Fairey (DJ set)

Bruce Springsteen will appear as a special guest.

A press release shared more info on other initiatives:

“In addition to performances across two stages, attendees will have the opportunity to engage with nonprofit organizations, advocacy groups, artists, and community partners in the festival’s Freedom Village — an immersive space highlighting opportunities for civic engagement, grassroots organizing, education, mutual aid, and social impact initiatives. A portion of the proceeds from all ticket sales plus 100% of the net proceeds from VIP tickets will be donated to VoteRiders – a pro-democracy, pro-voter organization working to restore and strengthen democracy by eliminating confusing and restrictive ID-related barriers to the ballot box – and HeadCount who will also be on site to help fans register to vote and learn more about how to participate in upcoming elections.”

Morello commented:

“The Power To The People festival is about freedom, justice, equality and rock and roll. It’s about the power everyday human beings have when they come together through music, art, community, and action. We’re honored to bring this incredible lineup to the DC area for a day that celebrates the spirit of activism, creativity, and hope.”