Power to the People: Tom Morello's Epic Lineup for a Day of Music and Activism

Tom Morello has announced an impressive lineup for his upcoming Power to the People event, set to take place on October 3rd, 2026, at the Merriweather Post Pavilion in Columbia, Maryland. The event promises a day filled with love, peace, justice, and music, featuring performances by Foo Fighters, Bruce Springsteen, Dave Matthews, Joan Baez, Jack Black, Dropkick Murphys, Cypress Hill, Killer Mike, Taylor Momsen, Serge Tankian, Daryl ‘DMC’ McDaniels, Brittany Howard, The Linda Lindas, Matt Cameron, Grandson, The Neighborhood Kids, and a DJ set by Shephard Fairey.
Despite the political leanings of many of the artists on the lineup, Power to the People is described as a non-partisan event on its website. The event aims to showcase the power of everyday people coming together through music, art, community, and action to shape the future of the country and the planet, both on and beyond Election Day.
Tom Morello expressed his excitement for the festival, emphasizing its focus on freedom, justice, equality, and rock and roll. He highlighted the significance of bringing together such a diverse and talented lineup to celebrate activism, creativity, and hope in the DC area. A portion of the ticket sales and all net proceeds from VIP tickets will be donated to VoteRiders, a non-profit organization dedicated to removing ID-related barriers for voters.
Tickets for Power to the People will be available for purchase starting at 10 am local time on May 30th. Don't miss this opportunity to be part of a day filled with powerful music and meaningful activism.