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17Rock ‘n’ roll music and the automotive world have shared an intertwined history that dates back to the emergence of Jackie Brenston and the Delta Cats' iconic track \rock ’n’ roll tune, this song not only marked a pivotal moment in music history but also paid homage to the Oldsmobile 88, solidifying the connection between the emerging genre of rock music and the world of cars.Barrett-Jackson has a long and storied history of hosting some of the most revered musicians and bands as part of its auctions. Rock icon Bret Michaels captivated Opening Night Gala guests with performances in 2012 and 2014, and hip-hop sensation, actor and television host Vanilla Ice kick-started the 2014 Palm Beach auction weekend with a memorable special appearance during the opening-night festivities.Operating under a shroud of secrecy, Barrett-Jackson secured the multi-award-winning and legendary Zac Brown Band as the headline act for the invitation-only 2016 Scottsdale Opening Night Gala. The surprised and delighted audience was treated to a phenomenal acoustic performance by the band during the unforgettable night, which celebrated Barrett-Jackson’s 45th anniversary.At the 2022 Scottsdale Auction the arena ignited when award-winning artist, worldwide music icon, renowned philanthropist and NASCAR Cup Series Trackhouse Racing Team owner Pitbull joined Craig Jackson and Steve Davis on the auction block to sell his 2022 Karma GS-6 “Mr. 305 Edition” to benefit Selfless Love Foundation and The SLAM Foundation.Now, for the first time, Barrett-Jackson will host a fullblown opening-night concert in the 2024 Scottsdale auction arena, infusing the excitement of live music into the electrifying nine-day automotive lifestyle event. This “Rock the Block” concert – presented by Arizona Lottery on Friday, January 19, 2024, at WestWorld – will feature the rock band Foreigner. Foreigner, celebrated for their 10 multi-platinum albums and 16 Top-30 hits, stands as a globally renowned rock band. Their extensive catalog of music, exceeding 80 million in album sales, not only continues to drive soldout tours but also solidifies their position as one of the most beloved rock acts worldwide.Renowned for their iconic rock anthems such as \Box Hero,\First Time,\What Love Is,\music industry after more than 40 years. Their enduring presence on the charts, continued success on the Billboard Top 200 albums list, and the fact that audio and video streams of their hits approach nearly 15 million per week demonstrate the enduring appeal of the band's music.The rock group announced its Feels Like The Last Time Farewell Tour on November 14, 2022, and the show scheduled for January 19 at Barrett-Jackson may be one of the final chances to witness this band's live performance in Arizona.Reserved seating for the Friday, January 19 concert is available for purchase now on Barrett-Jackson.com.- - - RESERVED SEATING IS ON SALE NOW AT BARRETT-JACKSON.COM - - -