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Riot Mike Gets A John Stamos Tattoo To Bring Full House Star To Riot Fest

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John Stamos will perform with the Beach Boys at Riot Fest, following founder Mike Petryshyn's tattoo dedication to bring him on board. Petryshyn got a tattoo of Stamos’ name and a melting stick of butter, referencing a previous festival sculpture. This effort marks the culmination of a 12-year pursuit to feature the “Full House” actor at the festival. Stamos has a list of demands for his appearance, including a Stamos lookalike contest and a Greek-style pizza named “The Stamos Supreme,” which Giordano’s has agreed to create. The festival runs from September 19-21 in Douglass Park and will host major acts like Blink-182 and Green Day.

Tattoo artist Kevin Leary noted the straightforward nature of the tattoo process, which took about an hour. Stamos expressed disbelief over Petryshyn's commitment during a video call. Riot Fest's unique blend of music and quirky demands highlights its vibrant culture and community engagement.

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