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SUMMARY:MJ Live - Michael Jackson Tribute Concert
DESCRIPTION:MJ Live – Michael Jackson Tribute Concert appears at the Rialto Square Theatre in Joliet\, IL on April 25\, 2026 at 7:30PM! \nJalles moved to the United States from Brazil at the age of 16\, to fulfill his dreams as a professional dancer in Las Vegas. At the age of 21 he began a seven year residency as a performer\, dancer and percussionist at Studio 54 Nightclub at the MGM Hotel & Casino. Jalles Franca is the only Michael Jackson impersonator with a star on the Las Vegas Walk of Fame. \nA long time fan of the ‘King Of Pop\,’ Michael Jackson\, Jalles began imitating the star’s signature dance moves during his routines at Studio 54 and various other venues. Soon after the passing of his idol\, Jalles began dedicating his talents to pay tribute to the late Superstar. Jalles has won numerous contests for “Best Michael Jackson Impersonator\,” Best overall “look” and “Best Moonwalk.” Billing himself as “MJ THE LEGEND” Jalles has thrilled audiences at private and corporate events\, festivals and tribute shows throughout Las Vegas\, Hollywood\, Dubai and more. MJ Live\, the nation’s #1 Michael Jackson tribute show\, at the Stratosphere Hotel & Casino is proud to feature the extremely talented Franca as one of its’ star performers and audiences in Las Vegas and in theaters across the country agree with their nightly standing ovations. \nBUY TICKETS
URL:https://nitelite.com/event/mj-live-joliet-il/
LOCATION:Rialto Square Theatre\, 102 N. Chicago Street\, Joliet\, IL\, 60432\, United States
CATEGORIES:All Events,Entertaiment,Event,Live Music,Tribute Acts,Upcoming Events
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SUMMARY:MJ Live - Michael Jackson Tribute Concert
DESCRIPTION:MJ Live – Michael Jackson Tribute Concert appears at the North Shore Center for the Performing Arts in Skokie\, IL on April 24\, 2026 at 7:30PM! \nJalles moved to the United States from Brazil at the age of 16\, to fulfill his dreams as a professional dancer in Las Vegas. At the age of 21 he began a seven year residency as a performer\, dancer and percussionist at Studio 54 Nightclub at the MGM Hotel & Casino. Jalles Franca is the only Michael Jackson impersonator with a star on the Las Vegas Walk of Fame. \nA long time fan of the ‘King Of Pop\,’ Michael Jackson\, Jalles began imitating the star’s signature dance moves during his routines at Studio 54 and various other venues. Soon after the passing of his idol\, Jalles began dedicating his talents to pay tribute to the late Superstar. Jalles has won numerous contests for “Best Michael Jackson Impersonator\,” Best overall “look” and “Best Moonwalk.” Billing himself as “MJ THE LEGEND” Jalles has thrilled audiences at private and corporate events\, festivals and tribute shows throughout Las Vegas\, Hollywood\, Dubai and more. MJ Live\, the nation’s #1 Michael Jackson tribute show\, at the Stratosphere Hotel & Casino is proud to feature the extremely talented Franca as one of its’ star performers and audiences in Las Vegas and in theaters across the country agree with their nightly standing ovations. \nBUY TICKETS
URL:https://nitelite.com/event/mj-live-skokie-il/
LOCATION:North Shore Center for the Performing Arts in Skokie\, 9501 Skokie Blvd.\, Skokie\, IL\, 60077\, United States
CATEGORIES:All Events,Entertaiment,Event,Live Music,Tribute Acts,Upcoming Events
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SUMMARY:Forever K-Pop - A Celebration Concert
DESCRIPTION:Forever K-Pop – A Celebration Concert appears at the Rialto Square Theatre in Joliet\, IL on April 17 at 7:30PM! \nInspired by the worldwide K-Pop phenomenon and recent smash-hit film KPop Demon Hunters\, Forever K-Pop – A Celebration Concert (www.ForeverKpopLive.com) brings a next-level\, fan-powered tribute experience and high-octane production featuring today’s biggest K-Pop hits to life on stage in a cinematic spectacle unlike anything audiences have seen in a tribute concert before. With BTS returning to the global stage\, the K-pop genre will see renewed momentum\, drawing increased attention from longtime fans and new audiences worldwide. \nDesigned as a high-energy K-pop revue\, Forever K-Pop – A Celebration Concert fuses electrifying live vocals and choreography\, bold costuming\, and cinematic visuals into a dazzling live performance. Presented in two exhilarating 45-\nminute acts\, the show captures the pulse of the global K-pop movement while spotlighting iconic moments and breakout\nanthems including Katseye’s “Debut\,” and “Golden” and “Soda Pop” by K-Pop Demon Hunters’ breakout sensations HUNTR/X (Huntrix) and Saja Boys\, respectively. Other chart-topping hits in the set list include “Seven” by Jungkook featuring Latto\, BTS’ “Butter\,” BLACKPINK’s “Ddu-Du Ddu-Du\,” NewJeans’ “Supershy\,” and Stray Kids’ “Maniac.” \n“K-pop’s worldwide popularity is truly staggering. Its creativity\, its passion\, its community – all of that energy has inspired us to craft a concert event that captures the joy and spectacle fans crave\,” says Justin Sudds\, executive producer at Right Angle Entertainment. “We’ve built this show for the fans who live for K-pop\, dance practice videos\, fancams\, music video premieres\, and the electrifying sensation of seeing their favorite songs performed onstage.” \n“Forever K-Pop delivers nonstop momentum and an adrenaline-fueled lineup of crowd-igniting anthems\, dance-floor\nfavorites\, and instantly recognizable hits designed to get the entire room moving\,” says Dean Elliott\, Executive Creative\nDirector at Maple Tree Entertainment. “The result is a massive\, feel-good dance party for tweens\, teens\, families\, and\ndevoted fans alike.” \nFrom the creators and producers of Ninja Kids Infinite Possibilities: Live!\, Jay Shetty: Love Rules\, The Life and Music of George Michael\, and The Simon & Garfunkel Story\, Forever K-Pop – A Celebration Concert promises a euphoric night powered by breathtaking vocals\, razor-sharp choreography\, and the unmistakable pulse of the global K-pop wave. Every musical number becomes a sensory event — a whirlwind of light\, movement\, and sound that transports audiences straight to a stadium in Seoul. Fan experiences elevate the night even further\, with lobby dance takeovers\, selfie zones\, and branded backdrops\, exclusive photocards\, and jumbo-screen shoutouts. \nK-pop’s global momentum shows no signs of slowing. According to Forbes\, in just six months K-pop acts generated $228 million in ticket sales across 1.6 million fans. Now\, with Forever K Pop – A Celebration Concert\, audiences everywhere can feel the rush of the genre’s signature sound and spectacle — live\, loud\, and up close!
URL:https://nitelite.com/event/forever-k-pop-joliet-il/
LOCATION:Rialto Square Theatre\, 102 N. Chicago Street\, Joliet\, IL\, 60432\, United States
CATEGORIES:All Events,Entertaiment,Event,Tribute Acts,Upcoming Events
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SUMMARY:The Simon & Garfunkel Story
DESCRIPTION:The Simon & Garfunkel Story appears on March 1\, 2026 at 6:30PM at the Rialto Square Theatre in Joliet\, IL. \nFew shows have experienced the phenomenal global success of The Simon & Garfunkel Story\, with multiple sold-out shows in over 50-countries worldwide and over 20 headline performances in London?s West End\, including multiple appearances at the world-famous London Palladium. \nUsing huge projection photos and original film footage\, the international hit show tells the story of the origins and meteoric rise of Simon & Garfunkel blended together seamlessly with a full live band performing all the hits including Mrs. Robinson\, Cecilia\, Bridge Over Troubled Water\, Homeward Bound and many more. \nWith standing ovations at every performance at the show Art Garfunkel himself loved\, you don’t want to miss this international sensation. \nBUY TICKETS \n 
URL:https://nitelite.com/event/the-simon-garfunkel-story-joliet-il/
LOCATION:Rialto Square Theatre\, 102 N. Chicago Street\, Joliet\, IL\, 60432\, United States
CATEGORIES:All Events,Entertaiment,Event,Live Music,Tribute Acts,Upcoming Events
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SUMMARY:Mania:  The Abba Tribute
DESCRIPTION:Mania:  The Abba Tribute returns to the Rialto Square Theatre in Joliet\, IL on February 21\, 2026 at 7:30PM! \nTake A Chance On MANIA……and you won’t be disappointed! \nMania: The ABBA Tribute has successfully toured every continent in the world and has played over 3\,000 live concerts in over 35 countries. Recent highlights included a second run in London’s West End where the show performed for a month in the iconic Shaftesbury Theatre\, London in May 2021. The show also enjoyed an 80-date sell-out USA National tour in 2022/2023\, Mania continues in its quest to bring the music of the Swedish ’Supergroup’ to millions of fans\, old and new! \nFeaturing an extraordinary cast of talented musicians and performers\, Mania: The ABBA Tribute delivers an authentic and unforgettable tribute to the legendary Swedish band that has captured the hearts of fans for generations. With stunning costumes\, energetic choreography\, and impeccable musicianship\, Mania: The ABBA Tribute recreates the magic of ABBA’s music in all its glory. From “Dancing Queen” to “Waterloo\,” “Mamma Mia” to “Take a Chance on Me\,” the band performs all of ABBA’s greatest hits with passion and precision\, transporting audiences back to the disco era of the 1970s. \nThe upcoming tour promises to be an unforgettable experience for fans of ABBA and lovers of great music. With stunning visuals\, electrifying performances\, and all of ABBA’s greatest hits\, Mania: The ABBA Tribute is a hit with audiences worldwide and Maniacs who return every year! \nBUY TICKETS
URL:https://nitelite.com/event/mania-the-abba-tribute-joliet-il-3/
LOCATION:Rialto Square Theatre\, 102 N. Chicago Street\, Joliet\, IL\, 60432\, United States
CATEGORIES:All Events,Entertaiment,Event,Live Music,Tribute Acts,Upcoming Events
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SUMMARY:The Simon & Garfunkel Story
DESCRIPTION:The Simon & Garfunkel Story appears on February 6\, 2026 at 8PM at the Bloomington Center for the Performing Arts in Bloomington\, IL. \nFew shows have experienced the phenomenal global success of The Simon & Garfunkel Story\, with multiple sold-out shows in over 50-countries worldwide and over 20 headline performances in London?s West End\, including multiple appearances at the world-famous London Palladium. \nUsing huge projection photos and original film footage\, the international hit show tells the story of the origins and meteoric rise of Simon & Garfunkel blended together seamlessly with a full live band performing all the hits including Mrs. Robinson\, Cecilia\, Bridge Over Troubled Water\, Homeward Bound and many more. \nWith standing ovations at every performance at the show Art Garfunkel himself loved\, you don’t want to miss this international sensation. \nBUY TICKETS \n 
URL:https://nitelite.com/event/the-simon-and-garfunkel-story-bloomington-il/
LOCATION:Bloomington Center for the Performing Arts\, 600 N. East Street\, Bloomington\, 61701\, United States
CATEGORIES:All Events,Entertaiment,Event,Live Music,Tribute Acts,Upcoming Events
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SUMMARY:The Rat Pack is Back for the Holidays
DESCRIPTION:The Rat Pack is Back for the Holidays returns to the Rialto Square Theatre in Joliet\, IL on December 13\, 2025 at 7PM! \nWhen Frank Sinatra\, Dean Martin\, and Sammy Davis Jr. get together\, the magic begins. There are no card tricks or rabbits pulled from a hat\, but lots of cheer (straight from the bar)\, plenty of laughs\, and their biggest hit songs\, including all your holiday favorites\, backed by a live swinging big band orchestra. \nDon’t miss Chris Jason as Frank Sinatra\, Drew Anthony as Dean Martin and Kenny Jones as Sammy Davis Jr. and their special Santa’s Helper stunning guest\, as they take you back to that glorious era and excitement of the 1960’s Sands Hotel & Casino’s Copa Room in Las Vegas with their wonderful holiday celebration of music and merry like no other. \nRemember\, “What started in Vegas all started with the Rat Pack.” \nBUY TICKETS
URL:https://nitelite.com/event/the-rat-pack-is-back-joliet-il/
LOCATION:Rialto Square Theatre\, 102 N. Chicago Street\, Joliet\, IL\, 60432\, United States
CATEGORIES:All Events,Entertaiment,Live Music,Tribute Acts,Upcoming Events
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SUMMARY:"The Sweet Caroline Tour" starring Jay White
DESCRIPTION:The “Sweet Caroline” Tour starring Jay White appears at the North Shore Center for the Performing Arts in Skokie on November 1\, 2025 at 7PM! \nThe World’s Most Authentic Neil Diamond Concert Celebration \nVisually spectacular and warmly familiar\, this powerful concert experience is not only a feast for the eyes and ears\, but for the heart. Combining the passion of Broadway with the power of a live concert\, we rediscover his charismatic presence in this uplifting production\, complete with a finale of heart-pounding patriotic pride. Headlining the Las Vegas Strip in over 2000 shows since 2002\, this Legacy Concert has been the only Neil Diamond tribute show to feature several of Diamond’s musicians\, including 45 year band member\, King Errisson. And Jay White is the only Diamond performer to have met Neil twice\, receiving both his written and verbal approval\, where on Diamond’s DVD “Stages”\, Neil personally told Jay to: “Keep up the good work.” \nWith a touch of class and a dash of Rock’n’Roll\, his authentic look and vocals have captivated audiences around the world\, with some 4000 additional PAC\, symphony and Amphitheater shows across the U.S. and Canada. Jay White was also selected by Hollywood Director Ron Howard\, to portray Neil Diamond in the Academy Award Nominated film\, Frost/Nixon. He’s appeared with Jay Leno and Kenny Rogers\, and on Entertainment Tonight where Leeza Gibbons called him: “uncanny and truly amazing”. Thanks to Diamond’s dozens of top 40 hits\, record setting SRO concerts\, Music Awards\, and his Rock”n”Roll Hall of Fame status\, Jay White continues the musical legacy with his Outstanding Concert Performance Award and for the several generations of loyal fans worldwide. \n“There’s more to a tribute than simply the look and the voice. With a charismatic persona\, some humor and some audience participation\, an entertainer must be able to create an exhilarating\, emotional experience that leaves the audience standing and cheering for more!” \nBUY TICKETS
URL:https://nitelite.com/event/jay-white-skokie-il/
LOCATION:North Shore Center for the Performing Arts in Skokie\, 9501 Skokie Blvd.\, Skokie\, IL\, 60077\, United States
CATEGORIES:All Events,Entertaiment,Event,Live Music,Tribute Acts,Upcoming Events
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SUMMARY:Yachtly Crew:  Seas The Night World Tour
DESCRIPTION:Yachtly Crew:  Seas The Night World Tour appears at the Rialto Square Theatre in Joliet\, IL on October 30\, 2025 at 7:30PM! \nYachtley Crew are a seven-piece SoCal band who burst onto the club scene in 2017\, selling out countless local venues before starting a nationwide Yacht Rock craze and being noticed by the legendary Jimmy Buffett\, who signed them to his own Mailboat label prior to their new deal with Earache/Universal Records. \nThe nautical-suited and captain’s-hat-clad Yachtley Crew (also known as “The Titans of Soft Rock”)\, includes lead vocalist Phillip Daniel (Philly Ocean)\, drummer Rob Jones (Sailor Hawkins)\, bassist Chaz Ruiz (Baba Buoy)\, guitarist Thomas Gardner Jr. (Tommy Buoy)\, backing vocalist Curt Clendenin (Stoney Shores)\, saxophone/flutist Paul Pate (Pauly Shores) and keyboardist Matt Grossman (Matthew McDonald). \nThe band’s 2023-released Seas the Day EP include fan favorites such as Boz Scaggs’ “Lido Shuffle\,” Ace’s “How Long\,” Robbie Dupree’s “Steal Away\,” the Bee Gees’ “How Deep Is Your Love\,” and all-time Yacht Rock pioneer Christopher Cross’ “Ride Like the Wind.” Other songs in the band’s exhilarating live sets include Toto’s “Africa\,” Looking Glass’ “Brandy\,” and Rupert Holmes’ “Escape (The Piña Colada Song).” \nSeas the Day was produced and mixed by Grammy Award-winning Chris Lord-Alge (Stevie Nicks\, Keith Urban\, Bruce Springsteen\, Green Day)\, and it features the band’s first original song “Sex on the Beach\,” accompanied by a video with a guest appearance by Access Hollywood and iHeart Radio host\, Mario Lopez. The video was directed by Myles Erfurth (Dead Sara\, Ice Nine Kills\, Twiztid). \nFor the uninitiated\, Yacht Rock encapsulates the revival of soft rock and Top 40 hits from the late ’70s to the early ‘80s — and it has become an undisputed nationwide phenomenon\, inspiring fans to dress the part and sing along.\nYachtley Crew have appeared on HBO’s Yacht Rock : A Dockumentary\, Andy Cohen’s Watch What Happens Live\, helped ring in the New Year on KLAS and KTLA’s “Las Vegas Countdown to 2023” (the exclusive\, Emmy-winning special syndicated program that reached more than 16.5 million U.S. TV households)\, performed on countless morning television and radio shows throughout the country\, been featured on Fox News nationally\, and performed on SiriusXM’s Yacht Rock Radio “Yacht Rock 311” show as the first ever Yacht Rock band to perform live at the satellite radio studio and have performed at a cadre of charity and special events throughout the years including the Mario Lopez Golf Classic Tournament in support of the Providence Saint Joseph Medical Center. \nYachtley Crew recently released their first holiday EP Seas and Greetings on Earache Records\, featuring the single “It’s Christmastime” that went Top 40 on the Billboard AC charts and Top 30 on the Billboard holiday charts. Yachtley Crew have also recorded a new song by Diane Warren that will be included in their forthcoming album\, set for release in 2025. \nYachtley Crew is managed by longtime industry icon Andy Gould (Rob Zombie\, Pantera\, Lionel Richie\, Guns N’ Roses)\, and are represented by Jim Lenz at TKO. \nYachtley Crew are proud to fly the flag of Yacht Rock for each and every generation that loves good fun and good-time music\, and they very much look forward to sharing new and classic Yacht Rock tunes and are set to a help one and all navigate the as-yet-uncharted waters of 2025\, and beyond. \nBUY TICKETS
URL:https://nitelite.com/event/yachtly-crew-seas-the-night-world-tour/
LOCATION:Rialto Square Theatre\, 102 N. Chicago Street\, Joliet\, IL\, 60432\, United States
CATEGORIES:All Events,Entertaiment,Event,Live Music,Tribute Acts,Upcoming Events
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SUMMARY:Stayin’ Alive – One Night of the Bee Gees
DESCRIPTION:Stayin’ Alive – One Night of the Bee Gees appears on October 23 at 7:30PM at the Rialto Square Theatre in Joliet\, IL! \nSTAYIN’ ALIVE offers to their audiences the songs and sights of a full Bee Gees playlist\, singing blockbusters such as “Night Fever”\, “Jive Talkin’”\, “How Deep Is Your Love”\, “You Should Be Dancing”\, “Nights on Broadway” and “Stayin’ Alive”. In addition\, they perform softer poetic ballads such as “I Started a Joke”\, “Massachusetts”\, “Fanny Be Tender”\, “Words” and “To Love Somebody” among other great hits. \nSTAYIN’ ALIVE is the largest and most definitive production of its kind\, offering big screen video clips\, photos and dazzling imagery. STAYIN’ ALIVE has played intimate settings as a six-piece band and huge venues with a 62-piece orchestra. STAYIN’ ALIVE is the quintessential tribute band to the Bee Gees\, capturing the excitement of live performance and the tender subtleties of the human voice! \nBUY TICKETS
URL:https://nitelite.com/event/stayin-alive-joliet-il/
LOCATION:Rialto Square Theatre\, 102 N. Chicago Street\, Joliet\, IL\, 60432\, United States
CATEGORIES:All Events,Entertaiment,Event,Live Music,Tribute Acts,Upcoming Events
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SUMMARY:The "Sweet Caroline" Tour starring Jay White
DESCRIPTION:The “Sweet Caroline” Tour starring Jay White appears at the Rialto Square Theatre in Joliet\, IL on October 18\, 2025 at 7PM! \nThe World’s Most Authentic Neil Diamond Concert Celebration \nVisually spectacular and warmly familiar\, this powerful concert experience is not only a feast for the eyes and ears\, but for the heart. Combining the passion of Broadway with the power of a live concert\, we rediscover his charismatic presence in this uplifting production\, complete with a finale of heart-pounding patriotic pride. Headlining the Las Vegas Strip in over 2000 shows since 2002\, this Legacy Concert has been the only Neil Diamond tribute show to feature several of Diamond’s musicians\, including 45 year band member\, King Errisson. And Jay White is the only Diamond performer to have met Neil twice\, receiving both his written and verbal approval\, where on Diamond’s DVD “Stages”\, Neil personally told Jay to: “Keep up the good work.” \nWith a touch of class and a dash of Rock’n’Roll\, his authentic look and vocals have captivated audiences around the world\, with some 4000 additional PAC\, symphony and Amphitheater shows across the U.S. and Canada. Jay White was also selected by Hollywood Director Ron Howard\, to portray Neil Diamond in the Academy Award Nominated film\, Frost/Nixon. He’s appeared with Jay Leno and Kenny Rogers\, and on Entertainment Tonight where Leeza Gibbons called him: “uncanny and truly amazing”. Thanks to Diamond’s dozens of top 40 hits\, record setting SRO concerts\, Music Awards\, and his Rock”n”Roll Hall of Fame status\, Jay White continues the musical legacy with his Outstanding Concert Performance Award and for the several generations of loyal fans worldwide. \n“There’s more to a tribute than simply the look and the voice. With a charismatic persona\, some humor and some audience participation\, an entertainer must be able to create an exhilarating\, emotional experience that leaves the audience standing and cheering for more!” \nBUY TICKETS
URL:https://nitelite.com/event/jay-white-joliet-il/
LOCATION:Rialto Square Theatre\, 102 N. Chicago Street\, Joliet\, IL\, 60432\, United States
CATEGORIES:All Events,Event,Live Music,Tribute Acts,Upcoming Events
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SUMMARY:The Australian Pink Floyd Show: Wish You Were Here 50th Anniversary Tour
DESCRIPTION:The Australian Pink Floyd Show:  Wish You Were Here 50th Anniversary Tour appears at the Rialto Square Theatre in Joliet\, IL on August 6\, 2025 at 7:30PM! \nThe Times describes it as “The Gold Standard” \nThe Daily Mirror as “The Kings of the Genre” \nCelebrating the 60th Anniversary of Pink Floyd’s formation in 1965 as well as the 50th Anniversary of their album\, Wish You Were Here\, The Australian Pink Floyd Show returns in 2025. \nHaving sold more than 4 million tickets worldwide\, The Australian Pink Floyd Show gave its first ever concert in Adelaide\, Australia in 1988. Since then\, they have performed in over 35 countries worldwide; played at David Gilmour’s 50th birthday celebration and were even joined on stage by David Gilmour and Rick Wright. \nTAPFS is the leading show of its kind in the world. \nPerforming the music of Pink Floyd with note for note perfection\, this critically acclaimed show has been astonishing audiences worldwide for nearly 40 years. Always striving to reproduce the complete Pink Floyd experience and bring the music to new audiences\, TAPFS inspired a whole new genre of acts. \nThe show includes a world class light and laser show\, video animations\, state of the art\, high resolution LED screen technology and other special effects. In addition and in true Pink Floyd tradition\, there are several huge inflatables including a giant pig\, and their own unique Pink Kangaroo. \nThey have worked with Pink Floyd touring musicians like Guy Pratt and Durga McBroom. Lorelei McBroom\, who was a member of the Pink Floyd touring band on both the Momentary Lapse Of Reason and Delicate Sound Of Thunder Tours has been a member of TAPFS for 15 years. \nOften described as being much more than a tribute band\, The Australian Pink Floyd Show is the first Pink Floyd tribute show that took the concept into the worldwide arena circuit. The band has played to sell out audiences throughout Europe\, UK\, America\, Canada & South America. \nWith over 35 years of history\, the world’s biggest\, best\, and greatest Pink Floyd tribute show continues to delight its global fan base. \nFrom its humble origins in the bars & clubs of Adelaide\, in recent years the band has become a truly international affair\, with band members from Australia\, the UK\, France and the USA. \n“For the record TAPFS are a phenomenon to be witnessed live… It’s almost enough to make you forget you haven’t been watching Pink Floyd\, but a surrogate band” – Prog \n“The most popular tribute band in the world” – Sunday Times ‘Culture’ \nNEW FOR 2025 \nFor the 50th Anniversary of Wish You Were Here\, the 2025 Australian Pink Floyd Show tour will bring to the stage the songs that mean so much to Pink Floyd fans all over the world. State of the art lighting and video\, pinpoint lasers\, huge inflatables and flawless live sound that was the benchmark of Pink Floyd shows\, TAPFS guarantees to deliver a memorable live experience for audiences old and new.\nReplicating music from every phase of Pink Floyd’s journey\, this tour reinforces TAPFS’s dedication to the heritage of Barrett\, Waters\, Gilmour\, Wright & Mason with a show that pays sincere and genuine tribute to those legendary Pink Floyd productions. \n2025 BAND LINEUP \nDavid Domminney Fowler – Guitar & Vocals\nPaul Bonney – Drums\nLuc Ledy-Lepine – Guitar\nRicky Howard – Bass & Vocals\nChris Barnes – Vocals\nDavid Parsons – Keyboards\nAlex Francois – Saxophone\nLorelei McBroom – Backing Vocals\nLara Smiles – Backing Vocals\nEmily Lynn – Backing Vocals \nBUY TICKETS
URL:https://nitelite.com/event/aussie-pink-floyd-joliet/
LOCATION:Rialto Square Theatre\, 102 N. Chicago Street\, Joliet\, IL\, 60432\, United States
CATEGORIES:All Events,Entertaiment,Event,Live Music,Tribute Acts,Upcoming Events
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DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250516T200000
DTSTAMP:20260604T152040
CREATED:20241119T210205Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241119T210205Z
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SUMMARY:Tusk:  The World's #1 Tribute to Fleetwood Mac
DESCRIPTION:Tusk:  The World’s #1 Tribute to Fleetwood Mac appears on May 16\, 2025 at 8PM at the Rialto Square Theatre in Joliet\, IL! \nTusk has been criss-crossing the country since 2008 as The Ultimate Fleetwood Mac Tribute. But of all the Fleetwood Mac tributes playing around the United States today\, what exactly sets Tusk apart? \nIs it more than five skilled professionals turned masters of their trade through decades of individual musical study\, live performance\, creative risk\, and devotion to the art? \nIs it more than their affection and respect for the Fleetwood Mac experience\, an entity that continues to endure over 50 years of musical and cultural evolution? \nIs it more than vocal similarities\, common physical traits\, or good costumes? \nTo be sure\, one does not fare well in the tribute scene without displaying some or all of these characteristics. So what qualities does Tusk possess that can’t be learned\, bought\, or created simply from a desire to have them? \nChemistry. Synergy. Intuition. \nThe relationship among the five founding members of Tusk has a rich history that goes back more than four decades. Two met while playing Little League baseball. Two others met in middle school band and marched in lockstep through high school. All five have been playing music with one another over the years in various configurations of original bands\, jam bands\, singer-songwriter circles\, and alternative rock groups. Time\, trust\, and close friendship have cultivated an intimate familiarity with each other’s musical nuances\, shaping each performance with such precision that even the slightest variation\, virtually imperceptible to all but the five musicians sharing the stage\, is met with a wink and a nod\, and usually an inside joke. Tusk is more than a band; they are a family. \nExperience the wonder of a Tusk show for yourself. \nBuy Tickets:  https://www.ticketmaster.com/tusk-the-worlds-1-tribute-to-joliet-illinois-05-16-2025/event/07006149AF482E4D
URL:https://nitelite.com/event/tusk-joliet-il-2/
LOCATION:Rialto Square Theatre\, 102 N. Chicago Street\, Joliet\, IL\, 60432\, United States
CATEGORIES:All Events,Entertaiment,Event,Live Music,Tribute Acts,Upcoming Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250411T200000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250411T200000
DTSTAMP:20260604T152040
CREATED:20241119T205208Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241119T205208Z
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SUMMARY:Hollywood Nights:  The Bob Seger Experience
DESCRIPTION:Hollywood Nights:  The Bob Seger Experience appears on April 11 at 8PM at the Coronado Theatre in Rockford\, IL! \nHollywood Nights – The Bob Seger Experience is the ultimate tribute to Bob Seger and the Silver Bullet Band. They are a 9-piece band based in New Jersey who continues to strive to recreate everything about Bob Seger and his music down to the core. They pride themselves on carrying on the legacy of Bob Seger’s unforgettable high-energy shows\, roaring raspy vocals\, and the groundwork Bob has laid over the past 30 years. Hollywood Nights shares the belief that only Bob and his fans have come to know\, learn\, and love: Represent the voice of every fan\, his or her values\, working-class background\, and the love of rock ‘n’ roll. If you are a true fan of Bob Seger and the Silver Bullet Band\, you won’t want to miss Hollywood Nights! \nBuy Tickets: https://www.ticketmaster.com/hollywood-nights-bob-seger-tribute-rockford-illinois-04-11-2025/event/04006167D7333969
URL:https://nitelite.com/event/hollywood-nights-rockford-il/
LOCATION:Coronado Theatre\, 314 N. Main Street\, Rockford\, IL\, 61101\, United States
CATEGORIES:All Events,Entertaiment,Event,Live Music,Rock Music,Tribute Acts,Upcoming Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250405T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250405T193000
DTSTAMP:20260604T152040
CREATED:20241119T232824Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241119T232830Z
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SUMMARY:MJ Live - Michael Jackson Tribute
DESCRIPTION:MJ Live – Michael Jackson Tribute appears at the Rialto Square Theatre in Joliet\, IL on April 5\, 2025 at 7:30PM! \nAs the No. 1 Michael Jackson tribute show in the world\, MJ LIVE recreates the electrifying stage show of one of the greatest performers of all time. From iconic dance moves like the moonwalk to timeless hits like “Bad\,” “Billie Jean\,” and “Beat It\,” the spot-on show brings all the Gloved One’s staples to life. Dance and sing along during the special Jackson 5 segment featuring classics like “I’ll Be There\,” “I Want You Back\,” “ABC\,” and more. Dazzling lighting and effects\, plus the MJ LIVE dancers and a live band\, make this show a truly spectacular fitting of the King of Pop. \nAbout MJ LIVE Michael Jackson Tribute Concert \nMJ LIVE is the #1 Michael Jackson tribute show in the world\, showcasing the energy\, excitement\, spectacle and pure joy of this legendary superstar and his music. This incredible\, theatrical stage production with its powerful sound\, spectacular lighting\, visual effects\, team of dancers and live band on stage takes audiences back to when the King of Pop ruled the charts – along with the Jalles Franca’s spot-on\, breathtaking impersonations. Jalles Franca is the only Michael Jackson impersonator with a star on the Las Vegas Walk of Fame. \nBuy Tickets: https://rialtosquare.com/event/mj-live-michael-jackson-tribute/
URL:https://nitelite.com/event/mj-live-michael-jackson-tribute-joliet-il/
LOCATION:Rialto Square Theatre\, 102 N. Chicago Street\, Joliet\, IL\, 60432\, United States
CATEGORIES:All Events,Entertaiment,Event,Live Music,Tribute Acts,Upcoming Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250404T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250404T193000
DTSTAMP:20260604T152040
CREATED:20241119T231635Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241119T231639Z
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SUMMARY:MJ Live - Michael Jackson Tribute
DESCRIPTION:MJ Live – Michael Jackson Tribute appears at the Genesee Theatre in Waukegan\, IL on April 4\, 2025 at 7:30PM! \nAs the No. 1 Michael Jackson tribute show in the world\, MJ LIVE recreates the electrifying stage show of one of the greatest performers of all time. From iconic dance moves like the moonwalk to timeless hits like “Bad\,” “Billie Jean\,” and “Beat It\,” the spot-on show brings all the Gloved One’s staples to life. Dance and sing along during the special Jackson 5 segment featuring classics like “I’ll Be There\,” “I Want You Back\,” “ABC\,” and more. Dazzling lighting and effects\, plus the MJ LIVE dancers and a live band\, make this show a truly spectacular fitting of the King of Pop. \nAbout MJ LIVE Michael Jackson Tribute Concert \nMJ LIVE is the #1 Michael Jackson tribute show in the world\, showcasing the energy\, excitement\, spectacle and pure joy of this legendary superstar and his music. This incredible\, theatrical stage production with its powerful sound\, spectacular lighting\, visual effects\, team of dancers and live band on stage takes audiences back to when the King of Pop ruled the charts – along with the Jalles Franca’s spot-on\, breathtaking impersonations. Jalles Franca is the only Michael Jackson impersonator with a star on the Las Vegas Walk of Fame. \nBuy Tickets: https://www.geneseetheatre.com/events/detail/mj-live-2025
URL:https://nitelite.com/event/mj-live-waukegan-il/
LOCATION:Genesee Theatre\, 203 N. Genesee Street\, Waukegan\, IL\, 60085\, United States
CATEGORIES:All Events,Entertaiment,Event,Live Music,Tribute Acts,Upcoming Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250326T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250326T193000
DTSTAMP:20260604T152040
CREATED:20241119T211334Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241119T211334Z
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SUMMARY:One Night of Queen
DESCRIPTION:One Night of Queen appears on March 26\, 2025 at 7:30pm at the Fox Cities Performing Arts Center in Appleton\, WI! \n“More than a likeness.” – Brian May\, Queen \nCelebrating the 40th anniversary of Queen’s ‘The Works Tour’. \nFor over 20 years Gary Mullen and The Works have been performing their world-renowned One Night of Queen live concert. \nGary Mullen & The Works featuring Gary Mullen on vocals\, David Brockett on guitar\, Malcolm Gentles on keyboards\, Jon Halliwell on drums and Alan McGeoch on bass guitar will have you dancing in the aisles during their show\, while the band pays tribute to the stage theatrics\, showmanship\, and music of arguably the greatest rock band of all time: Queen. \nIn 2000\, Gary Mullen won the Granada TV programme “Stars in Their Eyes” with his performance as Queen’s lead singer: Freddie Mercury. Mullen’s embodiment of Freddie Mercury resulted in him gaining 864\,838 votes in the show’s Live Grand Final. The number of fans who voted for Mullen was more than double that of the runner-up\, thus setting the all time record number of votes in the history of the program. \nFor over two decades\, Gary Mullen & The Works have performed to audiences around the world\, playing more than 2\,500 live shows to audiences in over 20 countries – performing and selling out many of the same venues that Queen have\, all around the world. As of 2023\, they are the most successful tribute band in France\, playing to over 250\,000 people! \nThey WILL ROCK YOU and are GUARANTEED TO BLOW YOUR MIND! Don’t miss your chance to celebrate One Night Of Queen with Gary Mullen & The Works! The Show DOES go on! \nBuy Tickets:  Fox C
URL:https://nitelite.com/event/one-night-of-queen-appleton-wi/
LOCATION:Fox Cities Performing Arts Center\, 400 West College Avenue\, Appleton\, WI\, 54911\, United States
CATEGORIES:All Events,Entertaiment,Event,Live Music,Tribute Acts,Upcoming Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250325T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250325T193000
DTSTAMP:20260604T152040
CREATED:20241119T211742Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241119T211742Z
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SUMMARY:One Night of Queen
DESCRIPTION:One Night of Queen appears on March 25\, 2025 at 7:30pm at the DECC Symphony Hall in Duluth\, MN! \n“More than a likeness.” – Brian May\, Queen \nCelebrating the 40th anniversary of Queen’s ‘The Works Tour’. \nFor over 20 years Gary Mullen and The Works have been performing their world-renowned One Night of Queen live concert. \nGary Mullen & The Works featuring Gary Mullen on vocals\, David Brockett on guitar\, Malcolm Gentles on keyboards\, Jon Halliwell on drums and Alan McGeoch on bass guitar will have you dancing in the aisles during their show\, while the band pays tribute to the stage theatrics\, showmanship\, and music of arguably the greatest rock band of all time: Queen. \nIn 2000\, Gary Mullen won the Granada TV programme “Stars in Their Eyes” with his performance as Queen’s lead singer: Freddie Mercury. Mullen’s embodiment of Freddie Mercury resulted in him gaining 864\,838 votes in the show’s Live Grand Final. The number of fans who voted for Mullen was more than double that of the runner-up\, thus setting the all time record number of votes in the history of the program. \nFor over two decades\, Gary Mullen & The Works have performed to audiences around the world\, playing more than 2\,500 live shows to audiences in over 20 countries – performing and selling out many of the same venues that Queen have\, all around the world. As of 2023\, they are the most successful tribute band in France\, playing to over 250\,000 people! \nThey WILL ROCK YOU and are GUARANTEED TO BLOW YOUR MIND! Don’t miss your chance to celebrate One Night Of Queen with Gary Mullen & The Works! The Show DOES go on! \nBuy Tickets:  https://decc.org/event/one-night-of-queen/
URL:https://nitelite.com/event/one-night-of-queen-duluth-mn/
LOCATION:DECC Symphony Hall\, 350 Harbor Drive\, Duluth\, MN\, 55802\, United States
CATEGORIES:All Events,Entertaiment,Event,Live Music,Tribute Acts,Upcoming Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250320T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250320T193000
DTSTAMP:20260604T152040
CREATED:20241119T212437Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241119T212437Z
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SUMMARY:One Night of Queen
DESCRIPTION:One Night of Queen appears on March 20\, 2025 at 7:30pm at the UIS Performing Arts Center in Springfield\, IL! \n“More than a likeness.” – Brian May\, Queen \nCelebrating the 40th anniversary of Queen’s ‘The Works Tour’. \nFor over 20 years Gary Mullen and The Works have been performing their world-renowned One Night of Queen live concert. \nGary Mullen & The Works featuring Gary Mullen on vocals\, David Brockett on guitar\, Malcolm Gentles on keyboards\, Jon Halliwell on drums and Alan McGeoch on bass guitar will have you dancing in the aisles during their show\, while the band pays tribute to the stage theatrics\, showmanship\, and music of arguably the greatest rock band of all time: Queen. \nIn 2000\, Gary Mullen won the Granada TV programme “Stars in Their Eyes” with his performance as Queen’s lead singer: Freddie Mercury. Mullen’s embodiment of Freddie Mercury resulted in him gaining 864\,838 votes in the show’s Live Grand Final. The number of fans who voted for Mullen was more than double that of the runner-up\, thus setting the all time record number of votes in the history of the program. \nFor over two decades\, Gary Mullen & The Works have performed to audiences around the world\, playing more than 2\,500 live shows to audiences in over 20 countries – performing and selling out many of the same venues that Queen have\, all around the world. As of 2023\, they are the most successful tribute band in France\, playing to over 250\,000 people! \nThey WILL ROCK YOU and are GUARANTEED TO BLOW YOUR MIND! Don’t miss your chance to celebrate One Night Of Queen with Gary Mullen & The Works! The Show DOES go on! \nBuy Tickets: https://uispac.com/one-night-of-queen-2/
URL:https://nitelite.com/event/one-night-of-queen-springfield-il-2/
LOCATION:UIS Performing Arts Center\, One University Plaza\, MS PAC 292\, Springfield\, IL\, 62703\, United States
CATEGORIES:All Events,Entertaiment,Event,Live Music,Tribute Acts,Upcoming Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250314T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250314T193000
DTSTAMP:20260604T152040
CREATED:20241119T222044Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241119T222044Z
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SUMMARY:Let's Sing Taylor
DESCRIPTION:Let’s Sing Taylor appears at the Coronado Theatre in Rockford\, IL on March 14 at 7:30PM! \nLet’s Sing Taylor – A Live Band Experience – is the ultimate tribute to the music of Taylor Swift. We can show you incredible things\, including the most faithful and lively covers of Queen Taylor’s expansive and sacred catalog. Taking the country by storm\, we’re bringing the communal experience of celebrating Taylor’s music in a live setting to Swifties near and far. \nSo\, let the games begin. Calling all Swifties to sing your hearts out and sport your Taylor-inspired attire. You can show up at our party any time. \nBuy Tickets: https://www.ticketmaster.com/lets-sing-taylor-a-live-band-rockford-illinois-03-14-2025/event/040061569EBF17B2
URL:https://nitelite.com/event/lets-sing-taylor-rockford-il/
LOCATION:Coronado Theatre\, 314 N. Main Street\, Rockford\, IL\, 61101\, United States
CATEGORIES:All Events,Entertaiment,Event,Live Music,Tribute Acts,Upcoming Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250313T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250313T190000
DTSTAMP:20260604T152040
CREATED:20241119T221705Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241119T221709Z
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SUMMARY:Let's Sing Taylor
DESCRIPTION:Let’s Sing Taylor appears at the Rialto Square Theatre in Joliet\, IL on March 13 at 7PM! \nLet’s Sing Taylor – A Live Band Experience – is the ultimate tribute to the music of Taylor Swift. We can show you incredible things\, including the most faithful and lively covers of Queen Taylor’s expansive and sacred catalog. Taking the country by storm\, we’re bringing the communal experience of celebrating Taylor’s music in a live setting to Swifties near and far. \nSo\, let the games begin. Calling all Swifties to sing your hearts out and sport your Taylor-inspired attire. You can show up at our party any time. \nBuy Tickets: https://www.ticketmaster.com/lets-sing-taylor-a-live-band-joliet-illinois-03-13-2025/event/070061589E5D2F05
URL:https://nitelite.com/event/lets-sing-taylor-joliet-il/
LOCATION:Rialto Square Theatre\, 102 N. Chicago Street\, Joliet\, IL\, 60432\, United States
CATEGORIES:All Events,Entertaiment,Event,Live Music,Tribute Acts,Upcoming Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250222T200000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250222T200000
DTSTAMP:20260604T152040
CREATED:20241119T220747Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241119T220747Z
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SUMMARY:Get the Led Out
DESCRIPTION:Get the Led Out appears at the Rialto Square Theatre in Joliet\, IL on February 22\, 2025 at 8PM! \nFrom the bombastic and epic\, to the folky and mystical\, Get The Led Out (GTLO) have captured the essence of the recorded music of Led Zeppelin and brought it to the concert stage. The Philadelphia-based group consists of six veteran musicians intent on delivering Led Zeppelin live\, like you’ve never heard before. Utilizing the multi-instrumentalists at their disposal\, GTLO re-create the songs in all their depth and glory with the studio overdubs that Zeppelin themselves never performed. When you hear three guitars on the album…GTLO delivers three guitarists on stage. No wigs or fake English accents\, GTLO brings what the audience wants…a high energy Zeppelin concert with an honest\, heartthumping intensity. \nDubbed by the media as “The American Led Zeppelin\,” Get The Led Out offers a strong focus on the early years. They also touch on the deeper cuts that were seldom\, if ever heard in concert. GTLO also include a special “acoustic set” with Zep favorites such as “Tangerine” and “Hey Hey What Can I Do.” \nGTLO has amassed a strong national touring history\, having performed at major club and PAC venues across the country. GTLO’s approach to their performance of this hallowed catalog is not unlike a classical performance. “Led Zeppelin are sort of the classical composers of the rock era\,” says lead vocalist Paul Sinclair. “I believe 100 years from now they will be looked at as the Bach or Beethoven of our time. As cliché as it sounds\, their music is timeless.” \nA GTLO concert mimics the “light and shade” that are the embodiment of “The Mighty Zep.” Whether it’s the passion and fury with which they deliver the blues-soaked\, groovedriven rock anthems\, it’s their attention to detail and nuance that makes a Get The Led Out performance a truly awe-inspiring event! \nPaul Sinclair – Lead Vocals\, Harmonica\nPaul Hammond – Electric and Acoustic Guitars\, Mandolin\, Theremin\nTommy Zamp – Electric and Acoustic Guitars\, Vocals\nEddie Kurek – Keyboards\, Guitar\, Vocals\, Percussion\nDerek Smith – Drums\, Percussion\nSeth Chrisman – Bass\, Vocals \nBuy Tickets: https://www.ticketmaster.com/event/07006148BA01265D
URL:https://nitelite.com/event/get-the-led-out-joliet-il-3/
LOCATION:Rialto Square Theatre\, 102 N. Chicago Street\, Joliet\, IL\, 60432\, United States
CATEGORIES:All Events,Event,Live Music,Rock Music,Tribute Acts,Upcoming Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250216T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250216T190000
DTSTAMP:20260604T152040
CREATED:20241119T193917Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241119T193917Z
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SUMMARY:Get the Led Out
DESCRIPTION:Get the Led Out appears on February 16\, 2025 at 7PM at the Capitol Theatre in Davenport\, IA! \nFrom the bombastic and epic\, to the folky and mystical\, Get The Led Out (GTLO) have captured the essence of the recorded music of Led Zeppelin and brought it to the concert stage. The Philadelphia-based group consists of six veteran musicians intent on delivering Led Zeppelin live\, like you’ve never heard before. Utilizing the multi-instrumentalists at their disposal\, GTLO re-create the songs in all their depth and glory with the studio overdubs that Zeppelin themselves never performed. When you hear three guitars on the album…GTLO delivers three guitarists on stage. No wigs or fake English accents\, GTLO brings what the audience wants…a high energy Zeppelin concert with an honest\, heart-thumping intensity. \nDubbed by the media as “The American Led Zeppelin\,” Get The Led Out offers a strong focus on the early years. They also touch on the deeper cuts that were seldom\, if ever heard in concert. GTLO also include a special “acoustic set” with Zep favorites such as “Tangerine” and “Hey Hey What Can I Do.” \nGTLO has amassed a strong national touring history\, having performed at major club and PAC venues across the country. GTLO’s approach to their performance of this hallowed catalog is not unlike a classical performance. “Led Zeppelin are sort of the classical composers of the rock era\,” says lead vocalist Paul Sinclair. “I believe 100 years from now they will be looked at as the Bach or Beethoven of our time. As cliché as it sounds\, their music is timeless.” \nA GTLO concert mimics the “light and shade” that are the embodiment of “The Mighty Zep.” Whether it’s the passion and fury with which they deliver the blues-soaked\, groove-driven rock anthems\, it’s their attention to detail and nuance that makes a Get The Led Out performance a truly awe-inspiring event! \nGet The Led Out include: Paul Sinclair – Lead Vocals\, Harmonica; Paul Hammond – Electric and Acoustic Guitars\, Mandolin\, Theremin; Tommy Zamp – Electric and Acoustic Guitars\, Vocals; Eddie Kurek – Keyboards\, Guitar\, Vocals\, Percussion; Derek Smith – Drums\, Percussion; and Seth Chrisman – Bass\, Vocals \n  \nBuy Tickets: https://www.axs.com/events/743882/get-the-led-out-tickets
URL:https://nitelite.com/event/get-the-led-out-davenport/
LOCATION:Capitol Theatre\, 330 W. 3rd Street\, Davenport\, IA\, 52801\, United States
CATEGORIES:All Events,Entertaiment,Event,Live Music,Rock Music,Tribute Acts,Upcoming Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250215T200000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250215T200000
DTSTAMP:20260604T152040
CREATED:20241119T221136Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241119T221136Z
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SUMMARY:Get the Led Out
DESCRIPTION:Get the Led Out appears at Peoria Civic Center Theater on February 15 at 8PM! \nFrom the bombastic and epic\, to the folky and mystical\, Get The Led Out (GTLO) have captured the essence of the recorded music of Led Zeppelin and brought it to the concert stage. The Philadelphia-based group consists of six veteran musicians intent on delivering Led Zeppelin live\, like you’ve never heard before. Utilizing the multi-instrumentalists at their disposal\, GTLO re-create the songs in all their depth and glory with the studio overdubs that Zeppelin themselves never performed. When you hear three guitars on the album…GTLO delivers three guitarists on stage. No wigs or fake English accents\, GTLO brings what the audience wants…a high energy Zeppelin concert with an honest\, heartthumping intensity. \nDubbed by the media as “The American Led Zeppelin\,” Get The Led Out offers a strong focus on the early years. They also touch on the deeper cuts that were seldom\, if ever heard in concert. GTLO also include a special “acoustic set” with Zep favorites such as “Tangerine” and “Hey Hey What Can I Do.” \nGTLO has amassed a strong national touring history\, having performed at major club and PAC venues across the country. GTLO’s approach to their performance of this hallowed catalog is not unlike a classical performance. “Led Zeppelin are sort of the classical composers of the rock era\,” says lead vocalist Paul Sinclair. “I believe 100 years from now they will be looked at as the Bach or Beethoven of our time. As cliché as it sounds\, their music is timeless.” \nA GTLO concert mimics the “light and shade” that are the embodiment of “The Mighty Zep.” Whether it’s the passion and fury with which they deliver the blues-soaked\, groovedriven rock anthems\, it’s their attention to detail and nuance that makes a Get The Led Out performance a truly awe-inspiring event! \nPaul Sinclair – Lead Vocals\, Harmonica\nPaul Hammond – Electric and Acoustic Guitars\, Mandolin\, Theremin\nTommy Zamp – Electric and Acoustic Guitars\, Vocals\nEddie Kurek – Keyboards\, Guitar\, Vocals\, Percussion\nDerek Smith – Drums\, Percussion\nSeth Chrisman – Bass\, Vocals \nBuy Tickets: https://theater.peoriaciviccenter.com/event/get-the-led-out/tm_vv1a6zkavgkdewn6s/
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LOCATION:IL
CATEGORIES:All Events,Event,Live Music,Rock Music,Tribute Acts,Upcoming Events
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SUMMARY:Face 2 Face - A Tribute to Elton John & Billy Joel
DESCRIPTION:Face 2 Face – A Tribute to Elton John & Billy Joel appears at the the Coronado Theatre in Rockford\, IL on February 8\, 2025 at 8PM! \nIntroducing the U.S.A.’s 1st and longest-running tribute to BILLY JOEL & ELTON JOHN… \nTaking turns at an onstage piano\, the dual tribute artists of the Billy Joel/Elton John Face-2-Face Tribute Show conjure the beloved songsters in both sound and image. \nBacked by some the best and most sought-after musicians in the business\, Levittown NY native MIKE SANTORO’s fingers flash up and down the keys on “Angry Young Man” before he belts out high-energy Billy Joel classics such as “Movin Out”\, “Scenes From An Italian Restaurant” and more. \nFollowing Santoro’s set\, of the roughly three-hour show\, RONNIE SMITH dons the iconic sunglasses and bedazzled suits of Elton John as he charts his style from the ‘70s to the present. Timeless anthems such as “Tiny Dancer” and the epic treasure “Funeral For A Friend/Love Lies Bleeding” mixed with more whimsical material such as “Crocodile Rock” and the fictional rock-group narrative “Bennie and the Jets.” \nFor the 3rd act\, both artists hit the stage for THE grand finale\, trading the spotlight with more of the best of Billy Joel and Elton John. For over a decade\, this event is not one to be missed! \nBuy Tickets: https://www.ticketmaster.com/face-2-face-rockford-illinois-02-08-2025/event/0400613398461C49
URL:https://nitelite.com/event/face-2-face-a-tribute-to-elton-john-billy-joel-rockford-il/
LOCATION:Coronado Theatre\, 314 N. Main Street\, Rockford\, IL\, 61101\, United States
CATEGORIES:All Events,Event,Live Music,Tribute Acts,Upcoming Events
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SUMMARY:Face 2 Face - A Tribute to Elton John & Billy Joel
DESCRIPTION:Face 2 Face – A Tribute to Elton John & Billy Joel appears at the the Rialto Square Theatre on February 7\, 2025 at 8PM! \nIntroducing the U.S.A.’s 1st and longest-running tribute to BILLY JOEL & ELTON JOHN… \nTaking turns at an onstage piano\, the dual tribute artists of the Billy Joel/Elton John Face-2-Face Tribute Show conjure the beloved songsters in both sound and image. \nBacked by some the best and most sought-after musicians in the business\, Levittown NY native MIKE SANTORO’s fingers flash up and down the keys on “Angry Young Man” before he belts out high-energy Billy Joel classics such as “Movin Out”\, “Scenes From An Italian Restaurant” and more. \nFollowing Santoro’s set\, of the roughly three-hour show\, RONNIE SMITH dons the iconic sunglasses and bedazzled suits of Elton John as he charts his style from the ‘70s to the present. Timeless anthems such as “Tiny Dancer” and the epic treasure “Funeral For A Friend/Love Lies Bleeding” mixed with more whimsical material such as “Crocodile Rock” and the fictional rock-group narrative “Bennie and the Jets.” \nFor the 3rd act\, both artists hit the stage for THE grand finale\, trading the spotlight with more of the best of Billy Joel and Elton John. For over a decade\, this event is not one to be missed! \nBuy Tickets: https://rialtosquare.com/event/face-2-face-a-tribute-to-elton-john-billy-joel/
URL:https://nitelite.com/event/face-2-face-a-tribute-to-elton-john-billy-joel-joliet-il/
LOCATION:Rialto Square Theatre\, 102 N. Chicago Street\, Joliet\, IL\, 60432\, United States
CATEGORIES:All Events,Event,Live Music,Tribute Acts,Upcoming Events
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DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250206T190000
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SUMMARY:Face 2 Face - A Tribute to Elton John & Billy Joel
DESCRIPTION:Face 2 Face – A Tribute to Elton John & Billy Joel appears at the Peoria Civic Center Theater in Peoria\, IL on February 6\, 2025 at 7PM! \nIntroducing the U.S.A.’s 1st and longest-running tribute to BILLY JOEL & ELTON JOHN… \nTaking turns at an onstage piano\, the dual tribute artists of the Billy Joel/Elton John Face-2-Face Tribute Show conjure the beloved songsters in both sound and image. \nBacked by some the best and most sought-after musicians in the business\, Levittown NY native MIKE SANTORO’s fingers flash up and down the keys on “Angry Young Man” before he belts out high-energy Billy Joel classics such as “Movin Out”\, “Scenes From An Italian Restaurant” and more. \nFollowing Santoro’s set\, of the roughly three-hour show\, RONNIE SMITH dons the iconic sunglasses and bedazzled suits of Elton John as he charts his style from the ‘70s to the present. Timeless anthems such as “Tiny Dancer” and the epic treasure “Funeral For A Friend/Love Lies Bleeding” mixed with more whimsical material such as “Crocodile Rock” and the fictional rock-group narrative “Bennie and the Jets.” \nFor the 3rd act\, both artists hit the stage for THE grand finale\, trading the spotlight with more of the best of Billy Joel and Elton John. For over a decade\, this event is not one to be missed! \nBuy Tickets:  https://www.ticketmaster.com/face-2-face-a-tribute-to-peoria-illinois-02-06-2025/event/0700612C897E4789 \n 
URL:https://nitelite.com/event/face-2-face-peoria-il/
LOCATION:Prairie Home Alliance Theater
CATEGORIES:All Events,Event,Live Music,Tribute Acts,Upcoming Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250131T193000
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SUMMARY:The Rat Pack is Back!
DESCRIPTION:The Rat Pack is Back! appears at the North Shore Center for the Performing Arts in Skokie\, IL on January 31\, 2025 at 7:30PM! \nDIRECT FROM VEGAS! \nRelive the days of the Rat Pack with Las Vegas’ most famous Entertainers and their live 12-piece big band as they appeared live in the legendary Sands Hotel Copa Room. It’s the only Vegas-based show with national touring companies and an award from the “Congress of the United States” and now its in fourteenth smash year with over 4\,500 shows performed in over 34 states\, 3 foreign countries and over one million tickets sold. \nWith a stellar cast of some of the finest performers in the business\, The Rat Pack is Back has been hailed as the next best thing to seeing the original Rat Pack. The trio\, comprised of eerily accurate impressions of Frank Sinatra\, Sammy Davis Jr.\, and Dean Martin\, effortlessly evokes the charm of the Big Band era while transporting the audience back with classic songs like ‘Fly Me to the Moon’ and ‘New York\, New York’. \nBuy Tickets
URL:https://nitelite.com/event/the-rat-pack-is-back-skokie/
LOCATION:North Shore Center for the Performing Arts in Skokie\, 9501 Skokie Blvd.\, Skokie\, IL\, 60077\, United States
CATEGORIES:All Events,Entertaiment,Event,Live Music,Tribute Acts,Upcoming Events
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SUMMARY:MANIA:  The ABBA Tribute
DESCRIPTION:MANIA:  The ABBA Tribute appears on January 5 at 6PM at the Rialto Square Theatre in Joliet\, IL! \nTake A Chance On MANIA……and you won’t be disappointed! \nMania the ABBA Tribute has successfully toured every continent in the world and has played over 3\,000 live concerts in over 35 countries. Recent highlights included a second run in London’s West End where the show performed for a month in the iconic Shaftesbury Theatre\, London in May 2021. The show also enjoyed an 80-date sell-out USA National tour in 2022/2023\, Mania continues in its quest to bring the music of the Swedish ’Supergroup’ to millions of fans\, old and new! \nFeaturing an extraordinary cast of talented musicians and performers\, Mania: The ABBA Tribute delivers an authentic and unforgettable tribute to the legendary Swedish band that has captured the hearts of fans for generations. With stunning costumes\, energetic choreography\, and impeccable musicianship\, Mania: The ABBA Tribute recreates the magic of ABBA’s music in all its glory. From “Dancing Queen” to “Waterloo\,” “Mamma Mia” to “Take a Chance on Me\,” the band performs all of ABBA’s greatest hits with passion and precision\, transporting audiences back to the disco era of the 1970s. \nThe upcoming tour promises to be an unforgettable experience for fans of ABBA and lovers of great music. With stunning visuals\, electrifying performances\, and all of ABBA’s greatest hits\, Mania: The ABBA Tribute is a hit with audiences worldwide and Maniacs who return every year! \nBuy Tickets:  https://www.ticketmaster.com/mania-the-abba-tribute-joliet-illinois-01-05-2025/event/0700610FDA7C3ABF
URL:https://nitelite.com/event/mania-the-abba-tribute-joliet-il-2/
LOCATION:Rialto Square Theatre\, 102 N. Chicago Street\, Joliet\, IL\, 60432\, United States
CATEGORIES:All Events,Entertaiment,Event,Live Music,Tribute Acts,Upcoming Events
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SUMMARY:1964 The Tribute
DESCRIPTION:1964 The Tribute appears at the Rialto Square Theatre on November 8 at 7:30PM! \nSince the early eighties\, “1964”…The Tribute has been thrilling audiences around the globe by taking them on a journey through a quintessential moment in music history that will live forever. \nOver twenty years of researching and performing have made “1964” masters of their craft. They are hailed by critics and fans alike as THE most authentic and endearing Beatles tribute….which has earned them the distinction from Rolling Stone magazine as the “Best Beatles Tribute on Earth”. \n“1964” recreates an early ‘60s live Beatle concert with period instruments\, clothing\, hairstyles\, and onstage banter with an accuracy that is unmatched. \n“1964” is:\nMark Benson as John Lennon\nMac Ruffing as Paul McCartney\nTom Work as George Harrison\nBobby Potter as Ringo Starr\nTalking Points: \nMark Benson and Gary Grimes (The Original Paul) together with Tom Work and Greg George started “1964”…The Tribute. \nMac Ruffing is actually right handed and learned to play the bass left handed to more accurately portray Paul. \nAs Mark Benson likes to mention on stage\, they thought the Beatles gig would last for only a few lunch time shows\, they never thought it would have lasted 20+ years. \nMark is also a guitar luthier and maintains all of the instruments. His 2 Rickenbacker 325s are custom made by him and contain customizations to more closely resemble and sound like the original Lennon guitars.\nTom Work can both guitar parts of “And Your Bird Can Sing”….at the SAME TIME! 1964 has played to SOLD OUT shows at Carnegie Hall\, and Red Rocks many times. \nMark Benson (John Lennon): \nMark Benson was introduced to music playing drums and piano at age eight. \nAt age 17 he started playing guitar and became fascinated by the different sounds that different guitars made and started servicing\, repairing and building guitars which he learned how to do at Lay’s guitar Repair in Akron\, Ohio. \nHe made guitars for Eddie Van Halen and Jackson Browne and sold vintage guitars to The Rolling Stones\, The Who\, Bad Company\, Hall and Oates\, Ted Nugent\, ZZ Top\, The Eagles\, Alvin Lee\, Joe Walsh\, The Allman Brothers\, The Cars\, David Lindley\, Cheap Trick\, and the Doobie Brothers. \nMark played guitar in the local Ohio bands Ashes\, Raintree\, Coconut\, Mr. French and Bock (with 1964 co-founder\, Gary Grimes). \nIn 1984 Mark and Gary\, started “1964 The Tribute”.\n“We had no idea when we first started this band\, that it would lead to us performing at so many of the venues The Beatles played\, like Carnegie Hall\, Red Rocks Amphitheater\, The Deauville Hotel\, Shea Stadium\, and The Cavern in Liverpool\, England.” \nHe currently produces all aspects of the show and produced the “1964” CDs\, “All You Need Is Live”\,“Nine Hours In November”\, “Bootleg Vol. 1” and “30/50 Celebration”. \nMark says\, “’1964′ shows the audience what it was like to attend a Beatles concert in the early sixties and generates the same feeling of happiness that is still generated by the music of The Beatles. We get so much of this positive energy back from our audiences\, it reassures us that for now\, we are where we are supposed to be”. \nMac Ruffing (Paul McCartney): \nMac Ruffing was born and raised near Cleveland\, Ohio and as a young child started listening to his older sisters’ Beatle records. The first album he ever bought was “The Beatles 1962-66\,” which is exactly what 1964 The Tribute does\, and is still his favorite music. \nMac started playing the drums at 15\, and at 17 he bought a Kingston violin bass (a Hofner knockoff) at a local music store and unknowingly started his roll as “Paul.” \nHe played in several Southern California original\, Top 40 and Beatle cover groups\, including ‘Help!\,’ ‘Imagine\,’ ‘The Yanks’ and ‘ATP’\, all while working full time as a land surveyor. \nMac\, not a natural ‘south paw’\, spent the better part of a year training himself to play the bass guitar left handed\, like Paul McCartney. In 1993 he joined the Beatles tribute \n‘Beatlemania Live!\,’ touring the world which led to his “passing the audition” in 2009 and joining the touring cast of the Beatles show ‘RAIN’ on Broadway and in theaters and Performing Arts centers all over the world. \nIn 1982 he met 1964 The Tribute co-founders\, Mark and Gary\, and over the years subbed on occasion with the band. He joined the band full time in 2013\, and has since been performing some of the world’s best music with the world’s best Beatles tribute band. \nMac is naturally a right-handed player\, but taught himself to play the bass left-handed. He also plays the piano and guitar. Mac has immersed himself in the role of Paul McCartney and looks forward to recreating the magic of the Beatles at every 1964 The Tribute show. \nTom Work (George Harrison): \nTom Work (George) is a co-founder of “1964” The Tribute\, and is the act’s first George. Tom began playing guitar at the age of 7\, and following high school he studied music at the University of Akron. Since the late 1960s Tom has played and sung in a variety of ensembles. During high school and college he played flute\, sousaphone and bassoon in the marching and symphony bands; professionally\, Tom has worked in well over a dozen “cover bands\,” most notably Dogs ‘n Kids\, The Lou Ciriano Combo\, My Old School and The Jerry Bruno Orchestra. Tom even sang Lead for 8 years in a barbershop quartet (believe it or not\, it’s true!). \nTom also worked in over 20 musical theatre productions\, both onstage in leading roles\, and behind the scenes as Producer and Music Director. “Performing onstage in a band is really where I belong\,” Tom says\, “although conducting the pit orchestra\, for me\, is every bit as exciting—and even more challenging! \nIt’s a very rewarding experience to help extract top-notch performances from people\, to guide performers to their pinnacle. There’s nothing quite like sitting in the orchestra pit on opening night and hearing an actor deliver his or her best-ever performance!” \nIn 2006 Tom returned to “1964” The Tribute\, ending a 12-year sabbatical. “During my time away from 1964 I worked with a few of the other Beatles shows\,” he notes. “I learned a great deal and forged close friendships with some great people\, but there’s nowhere I’d rather be\, no group of performers I’d rather work with than “1964”. It’s great to be back!” \nBobby Potter (Ringo Starr): \nBobby was born in Indiana. He started taking snare drum lessons in the 5th grade and got his first set of drums in the 7th. Later\, when The Beatles arrived on the music scene\, he made it a personal goal to be like Ringo. He played in 3 bands through high school – a Tijuana Brass band\, high school pep band and a top 40 band. He helped form a popular local band that performed in his home town and surrounding area teen clubs. He later moved to Champaign\, Illinois and joined a band that performed in and around the tri-state area \nWanting to spread his wings he then set his sights on the west coast and moved to Los Angeles where he helped form The Finders\, then Shake\, Rattle N’ Roll and played the nightclubs there for 10 years. He then moved to Las Vegas and played the Nevada casino circuit. Capitalizing on his experience he backed such greats as Chris Montez\, Billy Swan\, Jewel Akens\, Al Wilson\, J.J. Jackson\, The Coasters\, The Drifters\, The Dell Vikings\, 7 show/lounge acts and too many Elvis impersonators to mention. \nStill wanting to achieve his personal “Ringo” goal he joined two Beatle tributes\, spending 8 years in this endeavor. His personality shines onstage as he authentically reproduces every beat and moves his head to the music portraying Ringo with precision and style. This accomplished artist transports the audience to the carefree magical era with his voice when he performs “Boys” and “Act Naturally”. Bobby is thrilled to be a member of\n“1964”…The Tribute! He states in his own words\, “In the tribute world\, you can’t get any closer or higher up than this for authenticity\, style and sound in the same way The\nBeatles performed live”. \nBuy Tickets:  https://www.ticketmaster.com/event/070060741AC25C1F
URL:https://nitelite.com/event/1964-the-tribute-joliet-il/
LOCATION:Rialto Square Theatre\, 102 N. Chicago Street\, Joliet\, IL\, 60432\, United States
CATEGORIES:All Events,Entertaiment,Event,Live Music,Tribute Acts,Upcoming Events
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