Headliner Series

Don McLean is one of America's most enduring singer-songwriters and is forever associated with his classic hits "American Pie" and "Vincent (Starry Starry Night)". Since first hitting the charts in 1971, Don has amassed over 40 gold and platinum records worldwide and, in 2004, was inducted into the Songwriters' Hall of Fame. His songs have been recorded by artists from every musical genre, most notably Madonna's No. 1 recording of "American Pie" in 2000 and George Michael's version of "The Grave" in 2003, sung in protest at the Iraq War.

A Wizard, A True Star. The title of Todd Rundgren's 1973 solo album aptly sums up the contributions of this multi-faceted artist to state-of-the-art music. As a songwriter, video pioneer, producer, recording artist, computer software developer, conceptualist, and interactive artist (re-designated TR- i), Rundgren has made a lasting impact on both the form and content of popular music.

Attention teenagers of the 1960s! We’ve got an evening full of the greatest hits of the era featuring the band that, in 1967, Billboard Magazine called “The Most Listened to Band in America”: The Buckinghams (“Kind of a Drag,” “Don’t You Care,” “Hey Baby! They’re Playing Our Song,” “Susan.” They’ll be joined by one of the most beloved family acts of the 60s, The Cowsills (“The Rain, the Park and Other Things,” “Hair,” “Indian Lake”). 16 hit records! 5 original band members! Plus The Shades of Blue singing “Oh How Happy” and more Motown favorites and, back by popular demand, PBS-TV star Chris Ruggiero.

Kim Mitchell is a Canadian rock icon who has sold more than 1.5 million records in Canada, earned 17 Juno Awards nominations, and, in 2021, was inducted into the Canadian Songwriters Hall of Fame. Mitchell is one of the most well-known and peer-respected Canadian guitar players and an acclaimed singer-songwriter who has written many classic rock anthems including Go For Soda, Rock N Roll Duty, Patio Lanterns, I am a Wild Party, Easy To Tame and All We Are. These hits have become part of the Canadian musical landscape and earned Mitchell three Juno Award wins for “Male Vocalist of the year”, “Album of the year”, and “Most promising Male Vocalist.”

Kim Mitchell is a Canadian rock icon who has sold more than 1.5 million records in Canada, earned 17 Juno Awards nominations, and, in 2021, was inducted into the Canadian Songwriters Hall of Fame. Mitchell is one of the most well-known and peer-respected Canadian guitar players and an acclaimed singer-songwriter who has written many classic rock anthems including Go For Soda, Rock N Roll Duty, Patio Lanterns, I am a Wild Party, Easy To Tame and All We Are. These hits have become part of the Canadian musical landscape and earned Mitchell three Juno Award wins for “Male Vocalist of the year”, “Album of the year”, and “Most promising Male Vocalist.”

The 5-piece, All-Star ensemble, quickly gained a reputation for flipping the ‘Tribute Band’ script on its head, with exploratory performances of iconic and deep cut Pink Floyd classics, David Gilmour-centric and solo compositions, and pulling other surprise classic rock masterpieces out of their hats.

Trans-Canada Highwaymen is a supergroup born out of four bands that were all over Canadian rock radio in the '90s: Sloan, Odds, Barenaked Ladies and The Pursuit of Happiness. On the supergroup's new album, Explosive Hits Vol. 1, they pay tribute to their favourite songs by covering classics from 1969 to 1975.

Renowned for their high-quality reproductions of historic Genesis performances since 1993, The Musical Box takes fans along for a time-travel ride, offering people a chance to relive the magic of this unique experience.

Renowned for their high-quality reproductions of historic Genesis performances since 1993, The Musical Box takes fans along for a time-travel ride, offering people a chance to relive the magic of this unique experience.

Renowned for their high-quality reproductions of historic Genesis performances since 1993, The Musical Box takes fans along for a time-travel ride, offering people a chance to relive the magic of this unique experience.

Legendary music icons, THREE DOG NIGHT, celebrating nearly 5 decades, claims some of the most astonishing statistics in popular music. In the years 1969 through 1974, no other group achieved more top 10 hits, moved more records or sold more concert tickets than THREE DOG NIGHT.

Celebrate 25 years of Spirit Trail with Bruce Hornsby & The Noisemakers. Each ticket will include a copy of the Spirit Trail: 25th Anniversary Edition 3-CD box set to be picked up at the show.

Morgan is known for her lustrous vocal phrasing and the down-to-earth believability of her torchy performances. On records such as “A Picture of Me Without You" and "I Guess You Had to Be There," the ache is palpable. She is feisty and sassy on "Watch Me," "What Part of No" "Five Minutes" and "I Didn't Know My Own Strength." She has kicked up her stiletto heels in fun on her hits "Except for Monday" and "Go Away." On her epic "Something in Red" she is an honest, struggling everywoman.

An undisputed expert in the fine art of making hit music, JIM MESSINA’s legacy of musical genius spans five decades, three super groups, a vibrant solo career and scores of producing and engineering credits.

The BLUE EYED SOULS perform Soulful, Classic Hits of the 60’s & 70’s. The hits of Marvin Gaye, The Rascals, Joe Cocker, Stevie Wonder, Mitch Ryder & The Detroit Wheels, Spencer Davis Group, Sam Cooke, The Soul Survivors, The Righteous Brothers, Van Morrison, Rare Earth, Wilson Pickett…..and more!!!

When you experience Elisa perform her "Tribute to Celine" show, from the onset of the first beat of the music, Elisa explodes onto the stage with a passion and fervor unparalleled. With a magnetic stage presence and gorgeous custom made costumes, Elisa sails her way through an exciting set of Celine's greatest hits playing to the audience as if she were truly Celine up on that stage.

Whether you’ve lived your life with this music as the soundtrack or are a modern concert enthusiast, 'Dave Mason’s Traffic Jam' is bound to leave you much more fulfilled, delighted, and buoyant— and that much closer to the brilliance of the music of Dave Mason.

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’.”

Discover the multifaceted world of Gene Simmons, the iconic rock legend, and co-founder of KISS, whose impact extends far beyond the music industry. From his early inspiration by The Beatles to the formation of the legendary KISS, Simmons' journey is one of unparalleled success. Beyond the stage, his ventures into entrepreneurship, literature, television, and philanthropy redefine the boundaries of achievement. With a legacy spanning merchandising empires, literary works, and successful restaurants, Simmons continues to shape industries worldwide. Explore the life of a rock god, serial entrepreneur, and philanthropist whose influence transcends generations.

The only thing more recognizable than Ace Frehley's signature "Spaceman" makeup is his guitar playing... Those thundering riffs and singable solos have enshrined him as one of the most influential, inspiring, and impactful musicians of all-time.

For over thirty-five years, SAGA has led the way in music innovation and audience interaction. Throughout this time the band has released 21 studio recorded CD’s under the umbrella of major record companies and have filmed over 20 music video’s in which MTV had the band on heavy rotation.

Formed in Toronto during 1980, Coney Hatch was named after the infamous psychiatric hospital in Muswell Hill, a suburb of London , UK (spelt Colney Hatch) that bassist Andy Curran's parents lived near before emigrating to Canada.

If you can’t remember a time when Frankie Avalon wasn’t a part of your life, you aren’t alone. This talented performer can look back on a career that spans three generations of music, television, and motion pictures which he feels is due primarily to the loyalty and trust of his audience.

With the force of a Boston wrecking ball, EXTREME swing between unapologetic fits of fret-burning hard rock and intimately introspective balladry. This dynamic affirms the iconic multiplatinum Beantown quartet—Gary Cherone (vocals), Nuno Bettencourt (guitar), Pat Badger (bass), and Kevin Figueiredo (drums)—as one of rock’s most unpredictable, undeniable, and unbreakable groups whose songs course through the very fabric of popular culture.

Since their debut release, HONEYMOON SUITE has released a total of seven studio albums with over 1 million units sold worldwide driven by the success of a string of hit singles such as “New Girl Now”, “Burning In Love”, “Wave Babies”, “Stay In the Light”, “Feel It Again” and “What Does It Take”, to name a few. The band has won numerous awards including a Canadian Juno for group of year in 1986, triple platinum sales in Canada with the first 3 albums, and platinum sales for the greatest hits cd ‘The Singles’, released in 1989.

Herman’s Hermits starring Peter Noone are coming back by popular demand to the historic stage at the Riviera Theatre. The iconic British pop star carries a set list that will transport you back in time to the happy days of the 1960s. Known on both sides of the pond for songs like “I’m Into Something Good”, “Mrs. Brown, you’ve Got A Lovely Daughter”, “I’m Henry VIII, I Am”, “Silhouettes”, “Can’t You Hear My Heartbeat”, “Wonderful World”, “Just A Little Bit Better”, “There’s A Kind of Hush”, “A Must To Avoid”, “Listen People”, “No Milk Today” and “The End of the World."

The Riviera Theatre welcomes back renowned vocalist, singer songwriter, and recording artist, Mike DeLGuidice. Currently Mike DeLGuidice tours the world with Billy Joel including every month at the iconic Madison Square Garden. Join us "Saturday November 16, 2024" for an unforgettable evening with Mike DelGuidice and his band, performing a show of astonishing renditions of some of the biggest names in Classic Rock and a few of Mike’s eclectic original songs, and much more.

Little River Band garnered huge chart success with multi-platinum albums and chart-topping hits in the 70’s and 80’s. . Their worldwide album, CD, and digital downloads amass to more than 350 million. LRB continues to deliver distinctive harmonies and vocal abilities under the direction of 41 year LRB veteran, lead vocalist and bass player Wayne Nelson. To date, Wayne has contributed his talents on 24 of Little River Band’s albums/CDs. LRB was honorably dubbed “the best signing band in the world.” by Eagles founding member, the late Glenn Frey. Little River Band has undergone an evolution or two since its origins as an Australian rock band hungry to make it in America. Fans nostalgic for such tunes as “Reminiscing” or “Lady” can join us to hear the current incarnation for a night of fantastic music, memories and more.

Little River Band garnered huge chart success with multi-platinum albums and chart-topping hits in the 70’s and 80’s. . Their worldwide album, CD, and digital downloads amass to more than 350 million. LRB continues to deliver distinctive harmonies and vocal abilities under the direction of 41 year LRB veteran, lead vocalist and bass player Wayne Nelson. To date, Wayne has contributed his talents on 24 of Little River Band’s albums/CDs. LRB was honorably dubbed “the best signing band in the world.” by Eagles founding member, the late Glenn Frey. Little River Band has undergone an evolution or two since its origins as an Australian rock band hungry to make it in America. Fans nostalgic for such tunes as “Reminiscing” or “Lady” can join us to hear the current incarnation for a night of fantastic music, memories and more.