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Treble Charger plays Hard Oil Fest

July 25, 2024

The line up for the Petrolia150 Hard Oil Music Festival is almost complete.

Friday, the organizers announced another act joining Saturday’s ticket featuring Sam Roberts Band.

Treble Charger started with an indie rock style but evolved to a pop punk band after signing with a major label in 1997.

Tickets for the Aug. 15-17 shows are on sale at www.petrolia150.com.

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