Circleville is gearing up for a day of hard-hitting music and holiday spirit as Rock 4 Tots returns Saturday, August 16, at Tootles Pumpkin Inn, 117 E Main Street. The charity event will feature national, regional, and local acts performing across two stages — one outdoor and one indoor — with admission being just one unopened toy to benefit children in need. Gates open at 1 p.m.
Headlining this year’s lineup is Josey Scott, the original voice of Saliva. Known for hits like Click Click Boom and his award-winning collaboration with Nickelback’s Chad Kroeger on Hero for the 2002 Spider-Man soundtrack, Scott will bring his signature rock energy to the outdoor stage. Since departing Saliva in 2011, Scott has pursued solo projects, Christian music, and in recent years, tours under the banner “Josey Scott’s Saliva.”
Joining the outdoor stage roster are Columbus-based Sourblood, currently preparing to release their EP The Light; hard rock/metal outfit Liquid6teen; Martyr for the Masses; and Stand Your Ground.
The indoor stage will showcase Heartsick, a Michigan hardcore/metalcore powerhouse; Southern Ohio’s SoHi; cinematic metalcore group Illusions; and Zanesville’s hard rockers AudioCide. Acoustic sets will feature Gaven Payne, Trace Hawkins, and Ryleigh Garrett.
Organizers are still seeking sponsors for the event, which is presented by Tootles Pumpkin Inn, Tunestone Productions, and The Big Wazu.
With a blend of national headliners and homegrown talent, Rock 4 Tots promises a full day of music — and a big impact for kids this holiday season.
Toys donated will go to Toys for Tots PICCA (Pickaway County Community Action)
