From Aerosmith to Eagles, July 4th weekend means tribute shows at Daytona Beach Bandshell
DAYTONA BEACH — Although two British bands — the Beatles and the Rolling Stones — kicked the classic rock era into high gear in the United States in the 1960s, those bands were building on the influence of 1950s pioneers Chuck Berry, Little Richard and Elvis Presley.
Yeah, rock ‘n’ roll is a uniquely American invention, so it’s only fitting that the music that made America great is the foundation of an extended July 4th weekend celebration at the Daytona Beach Bandshell.
The Independence Day holiday is the backdrop for what is arguably one of the marquee weekends for the Bandshell’s two weekly concert series events that are popular fixtures for residents and visitors alike.
In addition to the customary Friday and Saturday night tribute-band concerts, there’s also a bonus performance on July 4th offering tribute to the enduring music of the Eagles. What’s more American than that?
Here’s the weekend lineup:
Walk this way for Aerosmith tribute
On Friday, Jaded, an Aerosmith tribute act, will be featured at the weekly “Sounds of Summer” concert series sponsored by the City of Daytona Beach.
General admission for the 7:15 p.m. show is free, with VIP tickets available for $15. Visit daytonabandshell.com for more details.
A reason to believe for Journey fans
On Saturday, the Bandshell will host another of the weekly “Star Spangled Summer” concert series shows featuring Never Stop Believin’, a tribute to the music of Journey. The 7:15 p.m. concert will be followed by fireworks over the beach at 9:45.
General admission to the show is free, with VIP tickets available for $15. Visit daytonabandshell.com for more information.
Take it to the limit with holiday Eagles tribute
On Tuesday, the July 4th holiday will be celebrated in style with a special edition of the “Star Spangled Summer” series featuring the quintessential American pop-rock sounds of Alter Eagles, a tribute to the enduring hits of the Eagles.
That 7:15 p.m. concert also will be followed by fireworks over the beach at 9:45 p.m. It’s free general admission, with $15 reserved VIP tickets available.
Visit daytonabandshell.com for details.
Upcoming Sounds of Summer shows
Presented by the City of Daytona Beach, this weekly series of Friday night concerts is powered by a lineup of nostalgia-driven tribute acts.
General admission to the Friday night "Sounds of Summer" shows is free, with audience members welcome to bring along personal chairs to use in the GA section.
VIP reserved seating also available for $15, with those tickets available online at DaytonaBandshell.com and ticketmaster.com. Reserved tickets also will be sold, if available, on show days at the Peabody Auditorium Box Office (600 Auditorium Blvd.) and the Daytona Bandshell Box Office.
Here’s the rest of the summer schedule:
Carnival of Crue: Motley Crue Tribute: July 7.
The Boss Project: Bruce Springsteen Tribute: July 14.
The Wildflowers: Tom Petty Tribute + Special Guest Bluefield Acoustic Duo: July 21.
Sir Jac: Prince Tribute: July 28.
Nuthin' Fancy: Lynyrd Skynyrd Tribute: Aug. 4.
KC 70's Party + Back in Time: KC & The Sunshine Band + Huey Lewis Tribute: Aug. 11.
Fast Forward: Kenny Chesney Tribute: Aug. 18.
Welcome to Destruction: Guns N' Roses Tribute: Aug. 25.
Man in the Mirror: Michael Jackson Tribute: Sept. 1.
Upcoming Star Spangled Summer shows
Presented by Friends of the Bandshell, the weekly Saturday night showcase of pop and rock tribute bands always includes a fireworks finale over the ocean.
General admission to the Saturday "Star Spangled" shows also is free, with audience members welcome to bring along personal chairs to use in the GA section.
VIP reserved seating also available for $15, with those tickets available online at DaytonaBandshell.com and ticketmaster.com. Reserved tickets also will be sold, if available, on show days at the Peabody Auditorium Box Office (600 Auditorium Blvd.) and the Daytona Bandshell Box Office.
Concerts start at 7:15 p.m. followed by fireworks over the beach at 9:45 p.m.
Here’s the remaining lineup of "Star Spangled Summer" concert series performances:
Rushour & Kiss America: Rush and Kiss Tributes: July 8.
China Grove & Supernatural: Doobie Brothers & Santana: July 15.
US Stones: Rolling Stones Tribute: July 22.
Absolute Queen: Queen Tribute: July 29.
Loverboy Tribute, REO Survivor + Chicago Rewired: Loverboy, REO Speedwagon and Chicago Tributes: Aug. 5.
Livin' on a Prayer: Bon Jovi Tribute: Aug. 12.
Smokin' and Renegade: Boston & Styx Tributes: Aug. 19.
Highway to Hell & Absolute Def Leppard: AC/DC + Def Leppard Tributes: Aug. 26.
Rocket Man: Elton John Tribute: Sept. 2.
In the Light of Led Zeppelin: Led Zeppelin Tribute: Sept. 9.
Let it Be: The Beatles Tribute: Sept. 16.
Completely Unchained: Van Halen Tribute: Sept. 23.
Wall of Echoes: Pink Floyd Tribute: Sept. 30.
This article originally appeared on The Daytona Beach News-Journal: Daytona Beach Bandshell celebrates tribute bands with July 4th lineup
