Announcing Wednesdays and Thursdays LIVE at Bourbon ‘N Brass in Bourbon ‘N Brass Speakeasy, located on the 2nd floor of the Des Plaines Theatre. Local musicians will be invited to perform in the intimate Speakeasy, allowing them to showcase their talent in this brand-new Speakeasy. These events are FREE with food and hand-crafted cocktails available...
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,...
Announcing Wednesdays and Thursdays LIVE at Bourbon ‘N Brass in Bourbon ‘N Brass Speakeasy, located on the 2nd floor of the Des Plaines Theatre. Local musicians will be invited to perform jazz, blues, and R&B shows while showcasing their talent in this very special place! Attending a speakeasy-style musical show is a great way to...
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...
The Last Waltz (A Tribute to The Band) Tickets are now on sale for SoundTracks of a Generations homage to the Iconic Rock group THE BAND takes a slight turn from when we performed at the Arcada in January of 2020 The Premise of the show has always and will always be built around the...
The BanGos are an all-female tribute band to the Bangles and the GoGo’s. The band is comprised of five seasoned musicians who have come together to pay tribute to these two iconic bands from the 1980’s. Lead singer Rita Posillico is a multi-talented musician and vocalist who delivers an unbelievable live performance with her explosive energy and...
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...
“Stinky” Smith makes off with the prize money when his buddy, “Knockout” Hansen loses a fight with Percival “Sailor” Scruggs. Hansen pursues him him a U.S. Navt recruiting office, and, the next thing they know, both are in the Navy and aboard an overseas transport ship. Madelyn Phillips is on board and Scruggs is the...
Announcing Wednesdays and Thursdays LIVE at Bourbon ‘N Brass in Bourbon ‘N Brass Speakeasy, located on the 2nd floor of the Des Plaines Theatre. Local musicians will be invited to perform in the intimate Speakeasy, allowing them to showcase their talent in this brand-new Speakeasy. These events are FREE with food and hand-crafted cocktails available...
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...
Don’t miss an evening of yacht rock classics as Sail On docks at the Arcada Theatre! It’ll be hit-after-hit-after-hit as Orleans, Walter Egan, and Peter Beckett the Voice of Player share the stage for one unforgettable evening. Enjoy hits from Fleetwood Mac, Christopher Cross, The Doobie Brothers, Eagles, and so many more!
ORLEANS is best known as the Pop/Rock band that brought you the classic 70s hits “Still The One”, “Dance With Me”,and “Love Takes Time”. Co-founders Lance Hoppen and John Hall, along with long-standing member Lane Hoppen and relative newcomers Brady Spencer and Tom Lane deliver Orleans’ music with power, class, and integrity to appreciative audiences everywhere.
WALTER EGAN is a musician, singer, composer, writer, artist, sculptor, and general Renaissance man who is most widely known for his 1978 million-selling single record, Magnet and Steel, featured on his album “Not Shy.”
PETER BECKETT is perhaps best known as the singer and guitarist of the soft rock band PLAYER. The revival of “Yacht Rock” featuring the smooth rock of the ‘70s and ‘80s has been steadily growing and Baby Come Back is listed as one of the top ten “Yacht Rock” songs of all time.
Eric Johnson has been traveling on a prolific odyssey over the course of more than four decades. Along the way, his creations have encompassed repertoire that cross pollinate genres which include rock, blues, jazz, fusion, soul, folk, new-age, classical and even country. Inevitably E.J. says it best himself in sharing. “It really boils down to...
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...
Wonderlove embodies the heart and soul of Stevie Wonder. Known as the 8th wonder of the world, Stevie’s musical legacy is great feeling music! When you attend a Wonderlove “The Stevie Wonder Experience” concert, you will be inundated with many emotions: an abundance of love, love of Life, love of friends here and gone, far...
Critics, fans and fellow comedians agree: Brian Regan is one of the most respected comedians in the country with Vanity Fair calling Brian, “The funniest stand-up alive,” and Entertainment Weekly calling him, “Your favorite comedian’s favorite comedian.” You’ve seen him in Loudermilk, Brian Regan: On The Rocks, Brian Regan: Nunchucks and Flamethrowers, Stand Up and...
CHER Tribute Artist Lisa McClowry’s portrayal of the Goddess of Pop featured in her one-woman Broadway-style live stage show, “The Beat Goes On” is set apart from other CHER impersonators and the shows they offer. Why? Lisa has every aspect of playing CHER down pat: the singing and speaking voice, the walk, the talk, the...
Supernatural is truly a labor of love for Deacon Blues founder and guitarist Steven Kikoen. Steve was introduced to the music of Carlos Santana at the formidable age of 12 which changed his musical trajectory forever. Fast forward lo these many years and enter Cecy Santana, a rising star originally from Sao Paulo Brazil. Cecy...
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 15-18, 1969. Eleven of Chicago’s finest musicians take the stage to cover the spectrum of musical genres from Rock, Blues, Folk, Soul, Jazz,...
The Boogie Knights were originally formed in October of 1992 as a Halloween gag in Los Angeles, Ca. Almost over night, the Boogie Knights took the live music scene by storm. The Boogie Knights have inherited a worldwide reputation, performing on various MTV programs & major sporting events, live shows across the nation & overseas,...
Eve, the boyish daughter of a freighter captain stationed in a Chinese port, is addicted to dime novels and romantic daydreams. Going ashore with her father, she meets Bob Britton, the son of a wealthy tea-planter, who teases her, thinking she is a boy. When Chang Fang, a Chinese pirate, stages a raid on the...
ANDREW DICE CLAY is proud to be one of America’s most controversial and outrageous comics. And it’s that persona that has made him a Rock and Roll, Comedy Legend. When he released his debut album, Dice, the parental advisory label simply read “Warning: This album is offensive.” Despite media backlash, Dice’s rise to fame was...
RASCALS: Two legendary founders of The Rascals are together again. Felix Cavaliere and Gene Cornish cite the fans and love of their timeless songs as reasons for collaboration. Rock & Roll Hall of Fame Inductees, Grammy Hall of Fame, Vocal Group Hall of Fame and Songwriter Hall of Fame members, The Rascals are widely considered the best ‘blue-eyed soul’ group to come out of the 1960s and their music is the soundtrack of a generation. The Rascals have 17 Top 20 hits, seven Top 10 hits, and three No.1 hits that include “Groovin’, “People Got To Be Free” and “Good Lovin’.” “We’re so grateful for the fans, this is for them,” Felix Cavaliere said. “This gives us another chance to play together and do it for the fans,” Gene Cornish said.
PHAT CAT SWINGER: IF BRUNO MARS AND FRANK SINATRA MADE A BAND-IT’D LOOK AND SOUND LIKE PHAT CAT SWINGER! Phat Cat Swinger specializes in high-energy music with that classic Hollywood touch. What sets them apart is the showmanship, movement, and creative takes on swing classics. Hollywood loves Phat Cat Swinger and featured them in videos with Christina Aguilera and The Jonas Brothers. Their end of show salute, “Together…we are…Phat Cat Swinger!” means that they are a band in every sense of the word – every cat on stage shines. And although led by founder Marco Palos and vocalist Mark Kopitzke, the team all play off one another and the audience to create an authentic one-of-a-kind experience – one that blows the roof off the place!
Motor City is eight of Motown’s greatest artists in one night! “A MUSIC THAT SHOOK A NATION THE MAGIC OF MOTOWN!!!” They deliver an accurate and stunning representation of the classic pulsating sound of Hitsville USA better known as the Motown sound. They are dedicated to the authenticity of the music that changed a nation....
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.
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 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...
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!
Heavy metal fans, prepare for the most electrifying tour of the year! Heavy metal frontrunners KK’S PRIEST – featuring Judas Priest alum and GRAMMY Award winning/nominated musicians K.K. Downing (guitar) and Tim “Ripper” Owens (vocals) – and Teutonic metal originators ACCEPT will join forces this fall 2024 for an unmissable North American tour! KK’s PRIEST’s...