There are Tribute Bands, and there are TRIBUTE BANDS!

The Providence Performing Arts Center is bringing four of the top TRIBUTE BANDS in the world to Rhode Island for some Cool Summer Nights.

Not everyone spends their summers at the beach. I’m looking forward to hearing some great music in the air-conditioned theatre.

Billy Joel Celebration

Alex Dee and Rod Stringer create the cool sounds of Billy Joel in the first of the four concerts on June 9 at 8 p.m. “Just the Way You Are”, “Uptown Girl”, and “Piano Man” are just a few of the many hits from the Billy Joel songbook that this popular act will perform.

The Rocket Man Show

Rus Anderson was hand picked by the Rocket Man himself to perform the Elton John Tribute, recreating Elton’s 1970 concert, and wearing some of the costumes, and glasses, that Elton gave him.

This powerhouse show is scheduled for June 16 at
7:30 p.m.

Leonid and Friends

Russian musician Leonid Vorohyer had never seen Chicago  (The band, not the city or musical) when he formed his band by learning their music from listening to recordings. The band became an instant hit on YouTube, with over 50 million views.

The group has since brought their show all around the world, finally meeting their idols in L.A. and producing two popular albums.

They have since added Earth, Wind and Fire and Blood Sweat and Tears to their repertoire.

Leonid and friends will be playing the music of Chicago at PPAC on Sunday, June 25 at 7 p.m.

Mania: An Abba Tribute

The Number One Abba Tribute band hails London’s West End.

They have played over 3,000 concerts in thirty countries.

You’ll hear all the Abba hits, including “Mamma Mia”, “Waterloo”, and “Fernando.

They are coming on July 15 at 8 p.m.

The good news is that the admission for the concerts is affordable, ranging from  $10 to $45.

Call PPAC for tickets-421-ARTS.