TOAST is the No. 1 Tribute in the world to the 70’s hit band, BREAD! With a surprising fidelity rarely heard from a live tribute band, their sound is often described as “spot on” to the original recordings. Audiences everywhere rave about closely their live performances sound like the cherished records they listened to back...
LIVE TODAY LOVE TOMORROW TOUR MMXXIV presents a phalanx of British music artists who first came to prominence in North America during the original MTV music television era when The Alarm, Gene Loves Jezebel and Belouis Some all broke onto the scene with music that collectively blurred the lines between new wave, alternative rock and pop music as we know it....
YYNOT was the coming together of award winning-Grammy ballot nominated Guitarist/Songwriter/Producer Billy Alexander (John Waite, FEEL, Ron Blair-Tom Petty) and Virtuoso bassist Tim Starace. After being inspired from the last ever Rush R40 concert Alexander wrote and recorded an instrumental piece entitled “YYNOT” that captured tinges of early Rush music that had inspired him as...
No one can argue BS&T invented a new style of music. Blood, Sweat & Tears is not the first band to ever use a horn section, but they are the first to fuse it with rock, jazz, and some blues thrown in for good measure. Blood Sweat & Tears has had many configurations over its 50 plus...
Wang Chung, Men Without Hats, The Motels, and Naked Eyes have joined forces to create a musical extravaganza that transports audiences to the heart of the neon-soaked, synth-driven decade. Get ready to dance, sing along, and relive the magic of the 80s with this unforgettable music tour, including mega-hits such as: “Everybody Have Fun Tonight”, “Dance Hall...
This is Elton! Crash land into your seat with The Rocket Man Show, starring Scotsman Rus Anderson – Elton John’s official 70’s body double as featured in the ‘Farewell Yellow Brick Road’ world tour promo videos and photos. Chosen by the man himself, Rus’ performance pilots a night of Elton’s greatest hits, gorgeous costumes and fierce piano playing. Currently featured on E!’s ‘Clash of the Cover Bands’, Rus’ portrayal of Elton has been described as “Amazing” by Jimmy Fallon and “Phenomenal” by Queen’s Adam Lambert.
Creedence Revived has rapidly become one of the most highly sought-after tribute bands in the world. The group is made up of four of Chicago’s & LA’s most talented and eclectic musicians – consisting of an award winning vocalist nicknamed “the chameleon” in the industry for his unique ability to shift his vocal to match the style of any vocalist, a world-renowned blues guitarist who attracts blues fans from around the world, a studio bassist who has a appeared on many top charting albums, and a drummer who sells out theaters on his own based solely on his unique playing style. …Rich Perez has the swagger and voice needed to portray the music the way it should be. It’s more than a sound, it’s heart and soul, and they have it. They do the music with respect and energy and the feel is spot on. I worked my butt off to get the sound and feel of the music and Rich, next to me, is the man. I’m telling you this because I have the best insight into CCR than anyone outside of the original band members and Creedence Revived has my approval and endless support.” -John “Bulldog” Tristao , Lead Singer for 21 years of Creedence Clearwater Revisited
Ladies From The Canyon” will take you on a journey back to the mountainous neighborhood in the Hollywood Hills of Los Angeles, the enchanting Laurel Canyon of the 1960’s and 1970’s. They’ll dive into an extraordinary era of music and passion with the legendary women who captivated the hearts of millions with their powerful voices,...
Tommy Katona and Texas Flood have become one of the premier blues bands in all of North Texas. Evolving from the original tribute to Stevie Ray Vaughan, Texas Flood pays tribute to the legends as well as the future of the blues through their own music and style. With an in-your-face show and raw high...
Since the early eighties, “1964” – Tribute to The Beatles has been thrilling audiences around the globe by taking them on journey through a quintessential moment in music history that will live forever. Over twenty years of researching and performing have made “1964” masters of their craft. They are hailed by critics and fans alike...
Within the walls of HOLLYWOOD NIGHTS, you will find a true Bob Seger experience. With a rock-solid history of giving it their all at every performance and unwavering dedication to the do-it-yourself work ethic, the band has helped define the landscape of today’s top tribute acts. Bob Seger’s music put rock & roll back in...
EVIL WOMAN is widely recognized as America’s Premier Tribute to The Electric Light Orchestra (ELO) due to their brilliant arrangements, flawless musicianship & superlative vocals. ELO’s fusion of Beatlesque-pop with classical arrangements rocketed the group to massive commercial success in the 1970s and 80s, generating numerous instantly-recognizable chart-topping hits and album sales in excess of...
Prepare for an unparalleled musical experience as “OUR HOUSE: The Music of CSNY” assembles to perform the Crosby, Stills, Nash & Young repertoire with an extraordinary ensemble of FAMILY & FRIENDS. What sets this apart is the stellar, historic lineup, featuring: James Raymond (son of David Crosby) Astrid Young (sister of Neil Young) Steve Postell...
Celebrate the benchmark of festivals, The Woodstock Music and Art Fair. It’s the 55th Anniversary and we’re jumping in a time machine, back to Yasgur’s Farm, and that rainy weekend in August of 1969. Eleven of Chicago’s finest musicians take the stage to cover the spectrum of musical genres from Rock, Blues, Folk, Soul, Jazz, Latin and Psychedelia.
It was more than just a counterculture gathering of 400,000. It spawned an Academy Award winning documentary. A million-selling double sided record album and songs and artists that have become icons for their generation and generations to come. This show is a tribute to Woodstock – the performers, their music and to the concept of peace and harmony.
GIRLS NIGHT! The Musical has been thrilling audiences and earning rave reviews since its sensational Off-Broadway debut. This touching and hilarious “tell-it-like-it-is” musical takes audiences on a journey into the lives of a group of female friends. Audience members can’t help but laugh, cry and sing and dance. Follow five friends as they visit their past, celebrate their present, and look to the future on a wild and hilarious night out … and you’ll recognize yourself in each of them! Described as “Desperate Housewives meets Mamma Mia” (Applause Magazine); and “As funny and outrageous as Sex and the City!” (The Advocate). GIRLS NIGHT! The Musical is bursting with energy and packed with hits “Lady Marmalade,” “It’s Raining Men,” “Man I Feel Like A Woman,” “I Will Survive” and more. Does contain some adult material and is suggested for ages 13 and older.
The Youngest Winner of Elvis Presley Enterprises, Ultimate Elvis Tribute Artist Contest, Cody Ray Slaughter will join Shawn Klush at the ‘Ultimate Elvis Experience’! Don’t miss this dynamic combination of entertainers with not 1 but 2 of Graceland’s Ultimate Elvis Tribute Artists on the same stage celebrating the music, the magic, and the memory of...
Bat Out Of Hell is the 1977 debut album written and composed by Jim Steinman and performed by Michael Lee Aday A.K.A. Meat Loaf. It is one of the best-selling albums of all time, selling 43 million copies worldwide and 14 times platinum. Considering himself an actor before a singer, Meat Loaf was pictured in...
The songs of the BEE GEES are some of the most popular in pop music history…hear them all at this FABULOUS show! “To Love Somebody”, “How Can You Mend A Broken Heart”, “Stayin’ Alive”, “Night Fever”, “You Should Be Dancing”, “Too Much Heaven”…It just goes on and on! Todd Donnelly is a singer/songwriter that plays steel pans...
While they conquer all the countries with hundreds of sold out….GOD SAVE THE QUEEN returns to United States in 2024! The best Queen tribute band recognized in the world presenting the most extraordinary concert of Queen’s career – The ’86 Wembley concert. QUEEN’S TOP 20 greatest hits are packed in one show as if you...
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Femmes of Rock are coming to the Des Plaines Theatre! They sing, they string. Performing the music of Led Zeppelin, Pink Floyd, Queen, Rush, Van Halen, and more with our unique twist of electric strings and vocals like you've never heard before!
With multiple sold-out U.S. tours under its belt and hundreds of thousands of fans around the world, Leonid & Friends continues to astound its global audience with its unique ability in capturing the spirit, musicality, and fire of American supergroup Chicago. And what is even more stunning is that Leonid & Friends, comprised of 11...
The Bacon Brothers have spent the better part of three decades exploring their own mix of folk, rock, soul, and country music. They call that diverse sound “forosoco,” and it’s taken them around the world, from headlining gigs in Japan to American performances at iconic venues like Carnegie Hall, the Grand Ole Opry and Gruene...
Tony Kishman has earned raves from “Beatlemaniacs” all over the world for his visual and vocal resemblance to Paul McCartney, starring for six years in both the national and international tours of Broadway’s smash hit musical, ‘Beatlemania. This INCREDIBLE multi-media, full band performance features the best of Paul’s Beatles and WINGS songs!
With nearly 30 years of experience under their spandex MR. SPEED continues to forge ahead writing their own chapter in KISStory. Their passion for KISS is real. This show combines a lot of the elements that are reminiscent of an original KISS performance. Their passion for KISS is real. It’s an awesome experience when parents...
THIS SHOW HAS BEEN POSTPONED. A RESCHEDULED DATE WILL BE ANNOUNCED SOON! Comprised of rock n’ roll giants John Elefante (former lead singer of Kansas), Kevin Chalfant (performed as singer with Storm/Journey) and Randall Hall (formerly of Lynyrd Skynyrd), this highly decorated artist collective is loaded with more Grammy Awards, Billboard singles, BMI Songwriting Awards,...
If you want to experience the best Beatles tribute ever, you won’t want to miss The Fab Four-The Ultimate Tribute. The Emmy Award Winning Fab Four is elevated far above every other Beatles Tribute due to their precise attention to detail. With uncanny, note-for-note live renditions of Beatles’ classics such as “Can’t Buy Me Love,”...
KASHMIR is a very entertaining show bringing only the best of LED ZEPPELIN to their fans. KASHMIR seeks to re-create the experience of a 70’s Zeppelin show utilizing authentic vintage stage gear, costumes, and special effects, with great attention to detail in a non pretentious way. Most importantly, KASHMIR does not take liberties on improving...
DUE TO UNSETTLED ISSUES REGARDING MUSIC RIGHTS, THE SHOW HAS BEEN POSTPONED UNTIL THE SITUATION IS RESOLVED. More hits than anyone can count. Record sales well into the multi-millions. And a roller coaster ride of electric instrumentation, timeless balladry, unpredictable jamming. It’s the ultimate sing-a-long experience. Guess who? None other than The Guess Who, a...
The Musical Box is proud to announce that it will be bringing its world-renowned Selling England By The Pound 50th Anniversary Tour to the Des Plaines Theatre! The Musical Box, the only group in the world granted a licence from Peter Gabriel and Genesis, will “take a little trip back” to the imaginative world of...