As Rise Against prepare to take the stage at Hard Rock Live in Wheatland this April, frontman Tim McIlrath is as focused and fired up as ever. In a powerful conversation with 107.7 The Bone’s Chasta and Huey, McIlrath reflects on the responsibility that comes with carrying the Rise Against name in a deeply divided world.
For more than 25 years, the band have used punk rock as a vehicle for change—calling out injustice, amplifying unheard voices, and offering what Tim calls a “lighthouse” for fans searching for direction. From their hardcore roots to recent benefit shows in Minneapolis alongside Bruce Springsteen, Rise Against continue to prove that music can inspire real momentum.
The upcoming Wheatland show promises more than just a night of loud guitars—it’s a reminder of the band’s enduring mission: to unite, challenge, and keep the light on when it’s needed most.
