Rick K and the Allnighters at Pipestem Resort State Park Amphitheater July 26

            Performing a blend of rock n’ roll oldies, country and pop, Rick K and the Allnighters Band are performing at Pipestem Resort on July 26, one of the state park’s wide range of amphitheater performances this summer.

            The evening includes showmanship and hilarious high jinks in addition to favorite popular music spanning 50 years of style. It is “great family entertainment,” according to Dave Summers, Assistant Superintendent. “We’re very pleased to have this band on our amphitheater schedule again this summer. They do a remarkable two hour show.”

            Pipestem Resort has five remaining shows this summer with Rick K and The Allnighters on July 26; Everett Lilly and the Lilly Mountaineers, August 2; Buck and Company, August 9; Billy Payne, August 16; and the Collegians and The Car Show Weekend, August 23. All shows begin at 8 p.m. at the park amphitheater.  Ticket prices are $6 - $10 dollars depending on the amphitheater performance. Advance tickets sales are at a reduced price and are available by calling (304) 466-1800. These events are family oriented, with no alcohol permitted.

            Pipestem Resort State Park is located minutes from Athens or Hinton on State Route 20.  Featuring two lodges, golf courses, restaurants, campground, and miles of hiking and biking trails, Pipestem is a year-round favorite of reunions, conferences and relaxing getaways.  For more information about Pipestem Resort go online to www.pipestemresort.com or call 800 CALL WVA and ask for Pipestem.

Rick K History

            Based in Morgantown, Rick K formed the group in 1990, performing at local weddings, corporate events and clubs.  Rick’s background in music grew from family ties.  His grandmother as an accomplished gospel and jazz pianist and his father played drums for several successful recording groups in the late fifties and early sixties. As a teenager, he played drums and sang in local country and rock ‘n’ roll bands.  With All-State Choir honors and various music awards in high school, at age 20 he was fronting his own band: Rick K & the Allnighters. The group now performs literally from coast to coast.  Recent performances include the NBA finals, NFL pre-game shows, Las Vegas, and various state fairs to mention a few.  The band’s latest CD release, titled “Made in the USA,” is a greatest hits compilation of their first three records featuring selections of their most requested songs.  Members include: Rick on lead vocals, Bill Stockwell on bass guitar/vocals, Steve Moore on drums/vocals, and Bob Lightner on lead guitar/vocals. 

            In addition to headlining performances across the country, the group has appeared with many of music’s legendary names such as Chubby Checker, The Temptations, Percy Sledge, Martha & the Vandellas, as well as country music stars, George Jones, Toby Keith and Cledus T. Judd.

            Rick K and the Allnighters is a band that is deeply committed to community involvement wherever they travel.  As a group, they are strong advocates against the danger of drugs and alcohol and raise funds for such groups as American Cancer Society and numerous law enforcement agencies.