MACK, Colo.— The annual party out in Mack is back for another installment.

Rock Jam 2009 kicks off Friday, Sept. 11, with the No Fear Battle of the Bands winner Sole Aggression, followed by Saving Abel, Los Lonely Boys and headliner Huey Lewis & the News, a first timer to the two day fun fest. The ‘80s band is noted for several hits including “I Want A New Drug,” “If This Is It,” and “The Heart of Rock & Roll.”

On stage Saturday, Sept. 12, will be the Marshall Tucker Band, 38 Special, Puddle of Mudd and Chickenfoot, an all-star line-up featuring Sammy Hagar, Joe Satriani, Chad Smith and Michael Anthony.

Buy your tickets ASAP. The price of a 1-day general admission ticket is $49 through Monday, Aug. 31. Starting Tuesday, Sept. 1, the price jumps to $60. Two-day GA ticket go from $69 to $80. Buy your tickets online at rockjam.com, by calling (800) 7800-JAM, or by visiting area Stop N Save stores. Prices and availability for reserve and VIP seating vary, so give them a call.

Go & Do What: Rock Jam 2009 Where: Mack, Colo. When: Sept. 11, gates open at 2 p.m.; & Sept. 12, gates open at noon Tickets: general admission, reserve, VIP, and Skybox seating available by calling (800) 7800-JAM Info: rockjam.com and/or get the official Rock Jam preview guide Sept. 9 in the Grand Junction Free Press.

House of Rock!

Become a member this year of House of Rock! — an exclusive club of fans who get special treatment. For a $30 membership fee, you receive:

• Official Rock Jam 2009 program

• 2009 commemorative Rock Jam mug

• No Fear House of Rock! bandana

• Exclusive access to the House of Rock! Members Only tent lounge

• Complimentary snacks

• Discounted drinks

• Chance to win several prizes

To join, visit rockjam.com.