Classic rock icons REO Speedwagon and Loverboy are joining forces for a tour, with a newly announced show at Amsoil Arena on November 19. Tickets will be available starting Friday, August 2 at 10 a.m.
REO Speedwagon was established in 1967, signed a record deal in 1971, and has been led by the iconic vocalist Kevin Cronin since 1972. The band's relentless drive, continuous touring, and recording efforts ignited the rock movement in the Midwest. After achieving platinum albums and radio hits, they released 'Hi Infidelity' in 1980, which featured hit singles "Keep On Loving You" and "Take It On the Run." This album held the No. 1 spot for 15 weeks and earned the RIAA's 10X Diamond Award for surpassing 10 million sales in the United States.
From 1977 to 1989, REO Speedwagon released nine consecutive platinum albums. Presently, the band has sold over 40 million albums globally. Cronin and his bandmates Bruce Hall, Dave Amato, Bryan Hitt, and Derek Hilland continue to thrill audiences worldwide with classics like "Ridin’ The Storm Out," "Can’t Fight This Feeling," "Time For Me To Fly," and "Roll With The Changes."
Since its formation in 1979, Loverboy has been "Working for the Weekend" and delighting fans across the globe. Vocalist Mike Reno and guitarist Paul Dean, both experienced musicians from the Canadian scene, came together at Calgary's Refinery Night Club. The band's current lineup includes original members Doug Johnson and Matt Frenette, with Ken "Spider" Sinnaeve replacing the late Scott Smith on bass.
Known for their red leather pants, bandannas, and robust rock sound, Loverboy's dynamic shows and anthems have solidified their status as classic rock legends.
