There have been many imitators, but there is only duo in North America hand-picked and sanctioned by Dan Ackroyd and Judith Belushi to don the official hat and sunglasses and walk in the legendary footsteps of Jake and Elwood Blues. Discovered in Las Vegas, performers Wayne Catania and Kieron Lafferty capture the infectious humor and… Continue reading
The ultimate summer party band led by original members Mike Love and Bruce Johnston. Dance to all their timeless hits: Surfin’ USA Surfer Girl Be True to Your School Fun, Fun, Fun I Get Around When I Grow Up to be a Man Help Me Rhonda California Girls Barbara Ann Sloop John B Good Vibrations… Continue reading
Although they began as an artsy prog-rock band, Styx would eventually transform into the virtual arena rock prototype by the late ’70s and early ’80s, due to a fondness for bombastic rockers and soaring power ballads. Styx sold over 35 million albums and scored ten Top Ten singles worldwide. It was the only band to… Continue reading
Singer, songwriter, and bassist Peter Cetera is enjoying a remarkable solo career. He has been honored with 2 Grammy Award nominations, an Academy Award nomination, and 5 hit singles that landed at #1. As the former lead singer and bassist for the legendary rock group Chicago, Cetera wrote and sang some of the biggest hits… Continue reading
Next to Michael Jackson, Lionel Richie was the biggest star of the '80s pop-music scene. Lionel Richie has sold nearly 60 million albums, won five Grammy's, has 22 Top Ten hits, an Oscar for best song, a Golden Globe award, a treasure chest of People's choice and American Music Awards, and co-write with Michael Jackson… Continue reading
The ULTIMATE Party Band!!!!!! Kool & The Gang, the group with a sound that has influenced the music of three generations, has sold more than 70 million albums worldwide. Their hits include classics such as: Hollywood Swinging Celebration Jungle Boogie Funky Stuff Too Hot Get Down on It Joanna Fresh Ladies Night Cherish Kool &… Continue reading
Soft rock singer-songwriter Kenny Loggins was born in Everett, Washington in 1948 but frequently relocated as a child, eventually settling in the Los Angeles area, where he began singing and playing guitar as a teenager. Kenny Loggins later became a staff writer for a music publishing company, joining forces with producer Jim Messina, who became… Continue reading
The music that got people out of their seats and onto the dance floor originated with humble beginnings in Hialeah, Florida. KC has never moved farther than 10 miles away from his birthplace and the birthplace of his legendary music underlines the fact that he is proud that his “Sunshine Sound†has flourished continuously for… Continue reading
The list of accomplishments for the astounding duo of Darryl Hall and John Oates is long. Officially named the most successful duo in rock history in 1984, the pair also earned a total of 19 gold and platinum awards for their albums and garnered 6 number one hits. In total, Hall & Orates have produced… Continue reading
She was 19 when she signed her first record contract. In 1973, Gloria made history as Billboard gave birth to the Disco Action Charts. "Never Can Say Good-Bye" bowed at #1 on the charts and became the first Dance Song to reach #1 status in dance music. Ever since that time, for more than 30… Continue reading
Knight, known fondly today as the "Empress of Soul," continues to mesmerize audiences. She once stated, "Since I've been so wonderfully blessed, I really want to share and to make life at least a little better. So every chance I get to share the gospel or uplift people, I will take full advantage of that… Continue reading
Foreigner is a rock and roll band formed in New York in 1976 by experienced musicians Mick Jones and Ian McDonald. Despite accusations of formulaic commercialism, Foreigner's unique style of heavy metal with keyboard flourishes is universally hailed as one of the most popular rock acts in the world, racking up scores of smash hits,… Continue reading
Year after year, tour after tour, concert venues worldwide are packed with fans who converge upon Earth, Wind & Fire shows. The warm feelings of love that permeate the celebratory concert extravaganzas exude from both the band and the audience. Since their inception, Earth, Wind & Fire has won 6 Grammys and 4 American Music… Continue reading
Chicago is the first American rock band to chart Top 40 albums in five decades. In Billboard Magazine’s recent list of Top 100 artists of all time, Chicago came in at #13, the highest charting American band. Lifetime achievements include a Grammy Award, multiple American Music Awards, a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame,… Continue reading
