ABOUT:
This festival isn’t just about giving underground musicians the platform they deserve; it’s about standing together for a cause that truly matters. It’s for our military veterans and younger generation, who have sacrificed more than anyone should ever endure.
PTSD, depression, schizophrenia, insomnia, anxiety, and bipolar disorder are just some of the battles our combat veterans face every day. I’ve watched my brothers and sisters carry these burdens too many times. Some never get the chance to get the help they deserve. And to be honest, if you’ve seen the E:W:L INDIE Review Show, you know I’m dealing with my own past struggles too. But together, we can make a difference. Kindness and Love will always conquer the hate that our society brings on us.
It is not just veterans, mental health affects us all, especially our youth. Suicide is the second leading cause of death among teens aged 15 to 19, and it’s the leading cause of death for kids aged 14 to 15. These aren’t just statistics; they’re lives cut short because mental health is too often ignored or brushed aside. Why? I don’t understand it, and I refuse to accept it.
We’re here to change that. This festival isn’t just about music, it’s about taking a stand. A movement. A loud message that will finally be heard! The underground scene has a voice! Just because we’re outcasts, doesn’t mean we can’t spread our music and support!
60% of the proceeds will go directly to military charity and mental health charities dedicated to providing the support to our younger generation and troops! Something that they desperately need and deserve.
Join us at the MISSISSIPPI VALLEY FAIRGROUNDS, in Davenport Iowa! Friday October 10th - Saturday October 11th! This festival is about more than music, it’s about hope, healing, and creating real change. Let’s stand together and make an impact that truly matters.
SUPPORT LINKS
Underground Lineup (Domestic): Jozey and the Corruption - The Flying Beets -The Blanched Corinthians - DEAD BODY DIVERSION - Nevin - Halfway Homeless - The Quits - Dead Don’t Die - Peach Leather - The Rising Fall - Nine Point Theory - JM GarageWorks - Psycho Death Punk - EWL - Dashing Skull Club - Bitter Nothings - UpbyNOON - SONNY B - Next To Midnight - IZZY STARCHILD and The Psychedelic Rose - Defiant - Nth Degree - Overthrow - False Positive - Saints Of The Youth - Fly Over Fury
Underground Lineup (International):
The Fraz Band - Sangria Furlo - Harro - Trick Shot - Kathleen Turner Overdrive
Support:
A Beautiful Scar - MUD
HEADLINERS:
GREEN JELLY
TBA
Punk In The Corn LLC is proud to announce that 60% of the profits from our music festival will be donated to support Veteran and Mental Health charities.
Wounded Warrior Project
Wounded Warrior Project (WWP) began in 2003 as a small, grassroots effort providing simple care and comfort items to the hospital bedsides of the first wounded service members returning home from the conflicts in Iraq and Afghanistan. As their post-service needs evolved, so have our programs and services.
Today, through our direct programs in mental health, career counseling, and long-term rehabilitative care, along with our advocacy efforts, they improve the lives of millions of warriors and their families.
K9s For Warriors
Determined to end Veteran suicide, K9s For Warriors provides highly-trained Service Dogs to military veterans suffering from PTSD, traumatic brain injury and/or military sexual trauma.
With the majority of dogs being rescues, this innovative program allows the K9/Warrior team to build an unwavering bond that facilitates their collective healing and recovery.
Child Mind Institute
At the Child Mind Institute, we advance children’s mental health through compassionate and uncompromising clinical care, a revolutionary approach to the science of the developing brain, and wide-reaching public education and community programs.
Punk in the Corn is proud to partner with the Mississippi Valley Fairgrounds to host our upcoming festival, a celebration of independent music, community, and giving back. This partnership is more than just a location; it’s about creating a space where people can come together to share their love of music while supporting meaningful causes.
The Mississippi Valley Fairgrounds, known for its vibrant role in bringing people together, is the perfect setting for this incredible event. Together, we’re creating a festival that highlights amazing indie bands, fosters connection, and gives back to local charities, making a real impact where it matters most.
CHARACTERS
Deep in the heart of the Mississippi Valley, where the soil grows thick and the amps grow louder, there’s a cornfield unlike any other. Not because of the yield… but because of the attitude. Out of that field came four loud-ass legends, born from kernels of chaos and raised on feedback and fury.
These weren’t your average cornstalks. These were outcasts. Misfits. Broken but never buried. Together, they formed a band. Together, they became PUNK IN THE CORN!
SPONSORS
At the core of our mission is supporting underground artists, local underdogs, and giving back to causes that matter. We're proud to partner with sponsors who share our passion for creativity and community. In addition, we actively donate to mental health and military charities, recognizing the vital importance of supporting the mental well-being of both our troops and younger generations. Together, we can make a positive impact and create lasting change.
SWEET BEETS INDIE
MUSIC DISCOVERY
Sweet Beets Indie Music Discovery is an online platform dedicated to promoting underground artists and musicians. Through social media, curated playlists, and other creative channels, we help bring fresh, undiscovered talent to the spotlight.
ON THE AIR TONIGHT
On The Air Tonight is an exceptional online radio station that champions the indie music community with passion and heart. Dedicated to exclusively playing underground and independent artists, they provide a vital platform for voices that deserve to be heard. What sets them apart is their unwavering commitment, they do all of this entirely for free, driven solely by their love for music and their desire to support independent talent.
JOHNNY KETCHUP
Johnny Ketchup Presents is an International Networking Service that connects musicians, venues, magazines, interviewers, and radio stations. With a hands on approach and a genuine love for the music community, he makes it easier for artists and industry professionals to build meaningful connections and grow their reach.
MyIndieverse
MyIndieVerse is a digital streaming platform built for independent artists and underground creatives. Focused on raw, authentic content, it offers music, video, interviews, and live performances — all spotlighting the voices that mainstream ignores.
VIKING BAGS
Founded in 2007 and based in Los Angeles, California, Viking Bags has rapidly grown into the world’s largest manufacturer of motorcycle luggage and aftermarket parts. With over 200,000 riders served across brands like Harley‑Davidson, Viking Bags offers an unmatched range of high‑quality saddlebags, trunks, tail bags, tank bags, sissy bar and tool bags, and more.
ROCK RAGE RADIO
Rock Rage Radio is a global online radio station dedicated to promoting rock, punk, metal, and indie artists from all over the world. Known for championing underground talent, they stream 24/7 with a lineup of badass DJs, exclusive interviews, and live show coverage! They are giving real artists a real voice in the scene.
S.A.R
Sons Of The American Revolution strives to honor, respect, and support the sacrifices of our veterans. Work tirelessly to inspire the community with the principles on which our nation was founded. Promote research in family history and genealogy.
"SAR- Who are you from?"
THE ALLEY
Since 1976, The Alley has been home to punks, goths, bikers & weirdos. Midwest's largest Demonia dealer, leather, clothing, & USA made jewelry shop. 200+ Tees, hoodies & more printed in-house. Factory-made buckles + 300 Art/Music Tenants.
"NEVER GIVE UP!"