Rolling through the “Decade of Decadence” like a 50-ton freight train, iconic bands such as Guns N’ Roses, Mötley Crüe, Bon Jovi, and Poison (to mention only a few) made the 1980’s a musical era the likes of which we’re doubtful to see again. Millions upon millions of records were sold, and concert venues around the world sold out within seconds when these bands were announced as headliners…

In 2001, lamenting the heyday of hairbands, one Chicago band sought to rekindle the flame for these Gods of Rock by tapping into the nostalgic and undeniable energy of that bygone era. They called

Tommy Vext is a rock singer and songwriter best known for being the lead singer of Bad Wolves, Snot and a short stint as the fill in lead singer Five Finger Death Punch.

Vext’s passion for music came early. He began his career in Brooklyn New York as a teen making his rounds in local hardcore scene. Having created a name for himself by performances at famed venues like CBGB.

Over the years Vext went on to create music and front many bands but his biggest success came when he founded and created Bad Wolves. With ten world tours and hundreds of millions of streams and most notably six number one hits, Vext’s stage presence and powerful voice had solidified his place in the rock world for good, creating a loyal and rabid fan base.

The Dickies are an American punk rock band formed in the San Fernando Valley, Los Angeles, in 1977. One of the longest tenured punk rock bands, they have been in continuous existence for over 40 years. They have consistently balanced catchy melodies, harmony vocals, and pop song structures, with a speedy punk guitar attack. This musical approach is paired with a humorous style and has been labelled “pop-punk” or “bubble-gum punk”.The band have sometimes been referred to as “the clown princes of punk”.

Foreigner 4 Ever is an American 7-piece rock band formed in 2017 as a tribute to the music of British/American rock band Foreigner and is based out of Milwaukee, WI. The band is made up of veteran musicians with decades of experience entertaining rock music fans at premier venues, festivals and concert events. The members of Foreigner 4 Ever, having grown up with the music of Foreigner, are proud to perform for you, as they pay tribute to the music of Foreigner!

Lateralus Tool Tribute Get ready to be blown away by the incredible sounds of Lateralus Tool Tribute band! With roots dating back to 2002 as Aenima-Chicago Tool Cover Band, these talented musicians have mastered the art of capturing the raw energy and intensity of Tool’s music. Immerse yourself in a night of pure sonic bliss as Lateralus takes you on a journey through Tool’s iconic discography. From the haunting melodies to the thunderous rhythms, every note will leave you craving for more. Join us for an unforgettable concert experience that pays homage to one of the greatest rock bands of our time. Don’t miss your chance to witness Lateralus live in Chicago – an experience that will leave you breathless and begging for an encore!

U2 Hype is the ultimate tribute to U2. Delighting fans across the country since 2001, Hype brings you the authentic sights and sounds that make U2 one of the most popular bands in the world.

Hype takes the term tribute band to an entirely new level. Night after night, they recreate the total U2 concert experience in both sight and sound. Bono look-a-like Daniel “Danno” Burrow always delivers an unmistakable and captivating performance. The band travels with all the vintage gear and the latest in costume and wardrobe. Hype brings you all your favorite U2 songs the way you are used to seeing them. Hype has made television appearances on CBS, FOX, WGN TV, and the Discovery Channel.

Since 2002 Gabriel Sanchez has been portraying Prince in his critically acclaimed show The Prince Experience. What started off as Gabriel portraying Prince in a local theatre production of Purple Rain, has expanded into a full blown loving tribute to Prince. The Prince Experience puts on a show of unbelievable entertainment. Anyone who has seen it will be talking about it long after the last encore is played!