Pre-Show Meet & Greet Experience DOES NOT INCLUDE SHOW TICKET! A bona fide guitar hero and perennial poll-winner, Al Di Meola has been recognized internationally over the past four decades as virtuoso of the highest order. A prolific composer and prodigious six-string talent, Di Meola has amassed over 20 albums as a leader while collaborating...
A bona fide guitar hero and perennial poll-winner, Al Di Meola has been recognized internationally over the past four decades as virtuoso of the highest order. A prolific composer and prodigious six-string talent, Di Meola has amassed over 20 albums as a leader while collaborating on a dozen or so others with the likes of...
Freddy Jones Band is one of America’s premiere roots rock bands (and no, none of the members are actually named Freddy Jones). Freddy Jones Band is fronted by founding member and guitarist Marty Lloyd who plays alongside longtime member/bassist Rich Ross. The lineup rounds out with veteran musician Goose LaPoint- drummer. Freddy Jones Band is...
For more than 50 years, Nektar has taken legions of fans on audio-visual journeys to far reaches of the universe and the depths of the ocean with their immersive blend of sight and sound. These prog-rock pioneers have been champing at the bit to get back on the road and are excited to announce they...
BUY NOW Neil Morse, founder and lead in the Super-Progressive Rock band Spocks Beard, is one of the most prolific Prog Rock performers of our day. Dream Theater and Winery Dogs (among several other supergroups) power drummer Mike Portnoy joins Neil and his band for an annual Prog-Rock nite at The Arcada.
Can’t you feel it coming? EMPIRE! Can’t you hear it coming? EMPIRE! GEOFF TATE and his band, Operation: Mindcrime, will celebrate the 30th Anniversary of EMPIRE. Released in August of 1990, the album spawned six singles (“Empire,” “Silent Lucidity,” “Best I Can,” “Jet City Woman,” “Another Rainy Night (without you)” and “Anybody Listening?”) and is...
It’s on!!!! The The FIXX / Fastball 2021 Tour! The Fixx has been often heralded as one of the most innovative bands to come out of the MTV era. The style and substance of the band has always created a special connection with its audience. The Fixx’s themes are often complex, introspective and thought-provoking and...
A GENESIS EXTRAVAGANZA A spectacular re-creation of the Peter Gabriel era of the iconic band, “GENESIS”. Direct from Montreal, the band is fully authorized by Peter Gabriel and the band GENESIS. The show uses original charts, vintage instruments, stage theatrics and original costumes to perform the best from seven of past Musical Box productions including...
A GENESIS EXTRAVAGANZA A spectacular re-creation of the Peter Gabriel era of the iconic band, “GENESIS“. Direct from Montreal, the band is fully authorized by Peter Gabriel and the band GENESIS. The show uses original charts, vintage instruments, stage theatrics and original costumes to perform the best from seven of past Musical Box productions including...
Twin brothers, eleven people on stage, incredible visual effects via a laser show, and some of the most amazing rock musicians ever to hit the Arcada stage. Echoes of Pompeii is an Arcada favorite and an all-age rock ‘n roll experience!
At the center of Jethro Tull’s unique sound was guitarist Martin Barre, renowned for his formidable mastery of historic riffs, power chords and soaring melodic solos. Martin, along with a fabulous band including Jonathan Noyce and Clive Bunker; both of whom performed with Tull for many years, do all the biggest Tull hits! The show will also...
A Flock Of Seagulls may well be known for their bizarrely teased haircuts as much as their hit single ‘I Ran’. A Flock of Seagulls were one of prime movers in the 80’s new wave era. Growing out of the synth-heavy and ruthlessly stylish new romantic movement. Hairdresser Mike Score (lead vocals, keyboards) formed A...
A Flock Of Seagulls may well be known for their bizarrely teased haircuts as much as their hit single 'I Ran'. A Flock of Seagulls were one of prime movers in the 80's new wave era. Growing out of the synth-heavy and ruthlessly stylish new romantic movement. Hairdresser Mike Score (lead vocals, keyboards) formed A...
Neal Morse, founder and lead in the Super-Progressive Rock band Spocks Beard, is one of the most prolific Prog Rock performers of our day. Dream Theater and Winery Dogs (among several other supergroups) power drummer Mike Portnoy joins Neal and his band for an annual Prog-Rock nite at The Arcada.
For this special concert, Wishbone Ash will perform their landmark album, "Argus" (1972), in its entirety. This year marks the 50th anniversary of the release of "Argus," the band's third album. "Argus" is interwoven with medieval and spiritual imagery, featuring such classics as "The King Will Come," "Throw Down the Sword" and "Blowin' Free" -...
A 50th Anniversary concert with deep cuts, hits and the incredible twin-lead guitar harmonies that made the band famous! Another “Songs and Stories” night at The Arcada for TRUE Rock fans!
Keyboard wizard Rick Wakeman is bringing his Even Grumpier Old Rock Star Tour tour to the Des Plaines Theatre. His show will combine spellbinding piano music with sidesplitting jokes and revealing insights into his 50-plus-year career. Expect an evening of superb musicianship, featuring music from YES, Rick's own solo epics and early David Bowie hits,...
Singer-songwriter and multi-instrumentalist Kasim Sulton will be honoring his longtime association with the ground-breaking progressive rock band Utopia and their legacy by performing a limited run of full band shows consisting entirely of Utopia music. Billed as “Kasim Sulton’s Utopia,” the shows will be comprised of songs hand-picked by Sulton, spanning the 10 albums he appears on, including deep cuts...
Twin brothers, eleven people on stage, incredible visual effects via a laser show, and some of the most amazing rock musicians ever to hit the Arcada stage. Echoes of Pompeii is an Arcada favorite and an all-age rock ‘n roll experience!
THE NEKTAR VIP EXPERIENCE PACKAGE INCLUDES: SHOW TICKET NOT INCLUDED Early Admission Photo Op with the Band Exclusive Pre-Show Meet & Greet Pre-Show Soundcheck Exclusive Merch Items*Tote Bag with Collectible/Souvenir VIP Laminate & Lanyard Signed/Autographed Limited Edition Poster *Package elements must be redeemed at venue and merch items collected by show’s end.
The English Beat is a band with an energetic mix of musical styles and a sound like no other. The band's unique sound has allowed it to endure for nearly three decades and appeal to fans, young and old, all over the world. There are certain things one just isn't bold enough to ever expect......
Arcada Exclusive: “A Tab in the Ocean” & “Remember The Future” performed in their entirety! For this special show, Nektar will perform two of their classic albums, “Remember the Future” and “A Tab in the Ocean,” in their entirety, plus selected sides from their extensive classic catalog + music from their new album “The Other...
With a two-plus hour set that includes Prog classics and epics such as, "Squonk", "Cinema Show", "Firth of Fifth', "Karn Evil 9 - 1st Impression Pt. I & II", "Siberian Khatru", "Roundabout", "Heart of the Sunrise", "21st Century Schizoid Man", "Lark's Tongues In Aspic", "Xanadu", "La Villa Strangiato", "Have A Cigar", "Wish You Were Here",...
Prog Supergroup of Neal Morse, Mike Portnoy, Roine Stolt & Pete Trewavas – are pleased to announce tour dates for North America and UK/Europe to take place in 2022. The tour will be in support of the group’s epic release ‘The Absolute Universe’ which was released earlier this year in multiple versions. Mike Portnoy had...
Yngwie Johann Malmsteen is a world-renowned guitarist, with a career spanning over 40 years with over twenty albums to his name. Drawing influence from classical composers such as Bach, Paganini, and Vivaldi, Yngwie is responsible for birthing the neo-classical genre to the world of rock. Do not miss a chance to be held spellbound by...
The Gilmour Project was poised and ready to launch in April 2020, then the world hit the pause button. They re-emerge in 2021 pivoting to David Gilmour's Pink Floyd repertoire. The songs that compel exploration & improvisation are mainly Gilmour's and this rendition certainly does not dismiss the iconic contributions of all 5 historic musicians...
Chicago’s premiere Soundgarden, Audioslave, Temple Of The Dog Tribute and all things Chris Cornell! Tickets JUST $19 & $29!!
Formed in 2007, The Boxmasters have recorded an impressive and diverse catalogue of music that touches on their love of a wide array of influences, but most importantly, the rock and roll of the 1960's. Listening to The Boxmasters, one can hear obvious odes to the Beatles, Byrds and Beach Boys, but also important to The...
This band has performed all over the world re-creating a RUSH concert experience like none other! Using vintage instruments and clothing, The RUSH Tribute Project truly captures the look and the unique sound both vocally and instrumentally that takes fans through a forty-year career journey. There will also be a special salute to RUSH icon...
HOWARD JONES HITS INCLUDE: NEW SONG, WHAT IS LOVE? "¢ PEARL IN THE SHELL "¢ HIDE AND SEEK LIKE TO GET TO KNOW YOU WELL "¢ LOOK MAMA THINGS CAN ONLY GET BETTER "¢ EVERLASTING LOVE "¢ NO ONE IS TO BLAME MIDGE URE HITS INCLUDE: VIENNA "¢ DANCING WITH TEARS IN MY EYES "¢ IF I WAS "¢ DEAR...