Nicholas Barron is a Blues and Folk musician and singer-songwriter based in Chicago, IL.

Please note: Entertainment location is subject to change to The C Bar during inclement weather.

We're celebrating Pinktober with a rockin' performance by Party Guys Dueling Pianos. All dueling piano event tips will be donated to the Kelly Cares Foundation.

About Party Guys Dueling Pianos:
With a vast experience in successful cover bands, original music, musical theater, and dueling pianos; Jason and Brendan bring a unique blend of music to provide a diverse evening of music. This show is all about you and totally driven by your requests.

Makena Hartlin is a vocal powerhouse who started professionally performing at age 18.  Taking inspiration from influences with sophistication and artistry such as Joni Mitchell and Nina Simone, and combining it with the power and passion of pop divas like Mariah Carey and Whitney Houston, she creates an intimate and captivating sound.  After writing nearly a hundred songs, she released a 6 song EP in 2014 with renowned record producer and engineer Neil Kernon (Hall & Oates, Elton John, Linda Rondstat) at the age of 20.   She is currently working with Neil again to release a full album in 2018.  

Feel Good is a fun, energetic, Chicago-based cover band. 

The name of the band is exactly what every show does- makes you Feel Good. Feel Good plays all of your favorite party jams from the '60s to today. With decades of party experience, Feel Good has the perfect playlist to keep you going all night.

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PS Dump Your Boyfriend (aka Pfreak Show) has been knocking the socks, shoes, pants and halter-tops off midwest club goers for the past 5 years with no real end in sight. This multimedia show is woven into a rambunctious cocktail shaker of psychedelic rock, spaced-out funk, hardcore rock, freestyle disco rap and everything else under the sun up to, and including the proverbial kitchen sink.

Your favorite hits at The C Bar.

Enjoy your favorite local beers and the areas best tribute bands on Sunday, October 27 from 3pm - 7pm Eastern at Silver Creek Event Center.

Ticket prices for the event are $20 plus applicable fees in advance and include a commemorative glass and ten tasting sample tickets that can be used for drinks or food. Tickets can be purchased at the door for $25 that will include a commemorative glass and five tasting sample tickets.

The event will feature live music by Free Fallin, A Tribute to Tom Petty; and Captain Fantastic – The Magic of Elton John.

The initial line-up of participating breweries includes Final Gravity Brewing Company from Decatur, Mich.; Short’s Brewing Company from Bellaire, Mich.; Tapistry Brewing from Bridgman, Mich.; Silver Harbor Brewing from St. Joseph, Mich.; Watermark Brewing from Stevensville, Mich.; Founders Brewing Company from Grand Rapids, Mich.; Arclight Brewing Company from Watervliet, Mich.; Paw Paw Brewing Co. from Paw Paw, Mich.; and Saugatuck Brewing Company from Douglas, Mich.

Additional breweries are still being added.

Carlie and Mark give you an intricate guitar performance with stunning vocals of your favorite pop hits through the decades.

Let’s get WEIRD! West Michigan-based party-rock band, DC-90, invites audiences to step out of the “normal” cover band experience and into something a bit different. Blending music from the 90’s to now, this is a band that has been described as “a breath of fresh air” by staff at many of the venues they play. Their number one goal – get you out of your seat and onto the dance floor. So, come on, let’s do something different. Let’s get weird!

Banging the beats since he was 15 years old, DJ Chris has been fine tuning his skills. He started as a wedding DJ in NW Indiana where he developed the ability to get everyone on their feet and dance the night away! Next, he transitioned on to the Night Club scene, where his popularity exploded. Based out of South Bend, and traveling as far as Seattle, he has done events all across the United States. Bringing 20 years of musical knowledge and experience, he is guaranteed to make your night one you will never forget!

The perfect blend of pop, rock, and funk, Shock Roxy has a sound that is turning heads and capturing listeners everywhere. Anyone that has seen Shock Roxy can attest to their amazing live show. Superb musicianship, explosive stage presence, and concert style performance are securing Shock Roxy a place in the music scene. Thoughtful guitar riffs, irresistible melodies, and a tight rhythm section contribute to this bands broad appeal.

DJ Wayne is one of the Michiana areas most creative and inventive DJs. His high energy sound instantly transports you to the club. DJ Wayne has entertained all across the Michiana scene and across the country. His career has let him entertain dignitaries, politicians and artists from all walks of life with his special style of mixing. His music expertise covers all styles, but he specializes in dance music.

Dave Hiltebrand is an innovated musician, composer, and singer based in Chicago. When he is not composing and performing he enjoys being a bassist for the world-renowned Chicago Children's Choir and working with Kidbilly Music.

Chris D’Elia has become one of the most in-demand performers in comedy. As a stand-up, D’Elia is currently touring the United States and Canada with his show, Follow the Leader. D’Elia has three comedy specials  available on Netflix, Man on Fire (2017), Incorrigible (2015) and he was chosen as one of four comics to represent the US in Netflix’s 2019 series, Comedians of the World which features 47 comedians from 13 regions in eight different languages. His first special, White Male. Black Comic, debuted on Comedy Central in 2013 and he can also be seen on Comedy Central’s Roast of Justin Bieber (2015). D'Elia also hosts the highly successful podcast Congratulations with Chris D’Elia which has been a mainstay on iTunes’ comedy podcast charts since its debut in February 2017. On screen, D’Elia is most known for his starring role in the NBC’s comedy series Undateable. D’Elia can be seen in the upcoming season 2 of You on Netflix. He can also be seen in the Netflix feature Little Evil opposite Adam Scott and Evangeline Lilly. D’Elia currently lives in Los Angeles.

A full-feels experience designed to run the spectrum of emotions in a show that you won’t forget - musical memories of happy times combined with heartfelt, emotional performances of loved favorites. It is to be seen and heard, but mostly felt.

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Formed in 1967 at college in Champaign, IL, signed in 1971, and fronted by iconic vocalist Kevin Cronin since 1972, REO Speedwagon’s non-stop touring and recording jump-started the burgeoning rock movement in the Midwest. Platinum albums and radio staples soon followed, including the number one singles “Keep on Loving You” and “Can’t Fight This Feeling,” plus fan favorites like “Take It on the Run,” and “Ridin’ The Storm Out.” The band released its most successful album—Hi Infidelity—in 1980, which spent 15 weeks at #1 and has since earned the RIAA’s coveted 10X Diamond Award for surpassing 10 million units in the United States. Today, REO Speedwagon has sold 40 million albums around the globe and Cronin and bandmates—Bruce Hall (bass), Neal Doughty (keyboards), Dave Amato (guitar), and Bryan Hitt (drums)—are still electrifying concert audiences worldwide.

SmartyPants is a high-energy party band playing the top dance hits of today.

DJ Kenya – Mixing it up since he was 19, DJ Kenya started working local house parties and then transitioned to the bar scene in the Michiana area shortly after. He has been in the DJ game for 20 years and brings fun and an exciting atmosphere to wherever he is at!

Makena Hartlin is a vocal powerhouse who started professionally performing at age 18.  Taking inspiration from influences with sophistication and artistry such as Joni Mitchell and Nina Simone, and combining it with the power and passion of pop divas like Mariah Carey and Whitney Houston, she creates an intimate and captivating sound.  After writing nearly a hundred songs, she released a 6 song EP in 2014 with renowned record producer and engineer Neil Kernon (Hall & Oates, Elton John, Linda Rondstat) at the age of 20.   She is currently working with Neil again to release a full album in 2018.  

Global Village has been packing dance floors and keeping those hips a-shakin' in Mid-Michigan for almost 20 years. Boasting a three piece horn section, powerful vocals, a driving rhythm section, and a song list that's sure to get any crowd dancing, GV has made a name for itself as the premier party band of the Lansing area, as well as the surrounding music scenes.

Your favorite hits at The C Bar.

The 80'z All-Stars are the premiere, most complete 80's tribute act in the nation.  Devo to Bon Jovi to Rick Springfield to Duran Duran, the band covers them all! Their high-energy performances have been seen from Australia to Orlando to Hawaii to Las Vegas to Cabo San Lucas and everywhere in between.  They have had the opportunity to share the stage with such 80's icons as Foreigner, Flock of Seagulls, Bret Michaels of Poison, Berlin, The Bangles, The Fixx, Joan Jett and numerous other national acts. When you’re ready to relive the days of big hair, bright colors and jelly bracelets all you need do is join in the madness that is an 80’z All-Stars show

DJ Wayne is one of the Michiana areas most creative and inventive DJs. His high energy sound instantly transports you to the club. DJ Wayne has entertained all across the Michiana scene and across the country. His career has let him entertain dignitaries, politicians and artists from all walks of life with his special style of mixing. His music expertise covers all styles, but he specializes in dance music.

Along with music composition and recording, Struwin has a deep fondness for performing live and considers playing venues across the country both a primary goal for and a benefit of, his musical career. He has toured heavily throughout the middle of the continent, from Michigan to Colorado, and earned himself the title of "Kalamazoo Acoustic Idol" in 2004. During that time, he shared the bill with The Doobie Brothers, Robert Bradley’s Black Water Surprise, and Greensky Bluegrass, and shared the stage with members of Umphrey’s Mcgee and The David Crosby Band.

Last year, as Jason Mraz celebrated the 15th anniversary of his Platinum-certified debut album Waiting For My Rocket To Come, he began to ponder the meaning of his time in the spotlight since getting his start in coffeehouses in San Diego. While amassing a global fan base for his positive message and soulful, folk-pop sound, Mraz has earned numerous diamond and platinum certifications for his various releases, including his classic singles “I Won’t Give Up,” “Lucky,” and the record-breaking “I’m Yours.” He has won two Grammy Awards, received the prestigious Songwriter Hall of Fame Hal David Award, and sold out such fabled venues as The Hollywood Bowl, Madison Square Garden, and London’s O2 Arena.

Funkle Jesse is a four piece pop/rock band based out of Grand Rapids, MI. Their energetic live shows span a variety of decades and genres,

Jellie Bean of JellieFish Productions. Pure Michigander. Former on air personality for multiple formats including Rock, Pop, Country, News & Sports. Production director and music programmer for nearly a decade on the radio.

Tell Yo Mama is a soulful, funky, groove machine from Lansing, MI. They wanna make "music that moves you"! Tell Yo Mama has the groove sauce that keeps the party going all night - wear some holes in your shoes. The band has a wide range of stylistically diverse original music, delving into aspects of soul, funk, rock, blues and much more. As our world moves through timeless cyclical patterns of recurrence and change, one thing remains the same… PEOPLE LOVE TO DANCE! People love to get down to great music and forget about their daily struggles, even if just for a little while. Tell Yo Mama is here to carry the torch and continue the legacy of creative, groove heavy tunes.

Joey Figueroa was fittingly born in Chicago, the city that introduced House music to the world. He began his DJ career at a young age, just as House music began to spread throughout the world.

Joey’s passion for music is fueled by his constant search for new sounds coupled with his early exposure to disco, classical, Latin, and modern dance music. He draws inspiration from similarly diverse artists such as Frankie Knuckles, Ron Hardy, Farley "Jackmaster" Funk, Ralphi Rosario, Julian "Jumpin" Perez, Steve "Silk" Hurley, Edward "Get Down" Crosby, Andy "Mix'n" Moy, Mark Imperial, John Curley and the legendary sounds of Chicago’s 102.7 FM (WMBX). Joey still cherishes his roots in Chicago, where artists like Derrick Carter, Diz, Mark Grant, and others, share his hometown and his passion for music

Jellie Bean of JellieFish Productions. Pure Michigander. Former on air personality for multiple formats including Rock, Pop, Country, News & Sports. Production director and music programmer for nearly a decade on the radio.

Straight No Chaser’s latest studio album, “ONE SHOT“ has SNC doing what they do best with distinctive takes on classic pop and soul favorites, including Ricky Martin’s “Livin La Vida Loca,” Fleetwood Mac’s “Go Your Own Way,” James Brown’s “Papa’s Got a Brand New Bag,” and the LP’s first single, an energetic mash-up of Boyz II Men and Montell Jordan entitled “Motownphilly/This Is How We Do It.” 

“ONE SHOT” is further highlighted by a richly harmonized version of Simon & Garfunkel’s “Homeward Bound” in which the hard-touring group expresses their deep yearning for the comforts of family life. In addition, the LP features alongside seven entertaining conversational interludes wherein the nine members of Straight No Chaser trace their unlikely rise from an undergraduate singing group at Indiana University to a beloved Atlantic Records act with a devoted international fanbase.

Founded by music industry vets and fronted by the most mesmerizing young female lead singer in Chicago, Sushi Roll is made up of one part driving rock band, one part light-hearted pop, and one part over-the-top theatrical verve. They easily transition between revved-up versions of your favorite pop and rock hits by artists like Maroon 5, Katy Perry, Lady Gaga, P!nk and the Jackson 5 by connecting them in a non-stop musical journey.

Dj Benny of JellieFish Productions Stinging you with the HITS. Former On Air radio personality and current voiceover specialist. Can play every instrument and decided to try out the turntables and since that moment he hasn’t looked back. Mixing all of your favorites from Top 40, Rock, Retro & Hip Hop.

LFC (Libido Funk Circus) has been relentlessly entertaining a wide range of audiences since it’s inception in 1996. Capable of performing hundreds of dance & rock songs, spanning from the 60’s through today, LFC has quite literally turned into a human jukebox. From the hits of the good ole’ Motown days to the bass-thumping beats of today’s dance music; from the always danceable Disco grooves to the new wave rock of the 80’s… LFC has it “covered”.

Born and raised in Chicago, residing in North West Indiana, Dubbington specializes, but is not limited to, House, Dance, and Hip-Hop. He has been Djing professionally for the last 5 years with events ranging from private parties and wedding productions to bars and clubs. Dubbington graduated from Tribeca Flashpoint Media Academy in the Sound Design/Live Sound focus with an ear for sound and music. He loves good vibes and fun environments and brings those wherever he goes!

Broadway Director and Cirque Dreams Founder, Neil Goldberg, has searched the world to assemble a remarkable cast of incomparable cirque artists, singers, dancers and talent to mesmerize audiences with new acts, holiday scenes, theatrical innovation and much more in 2019.  Set in a multi-million-dollar wonderland of elaborate scenes and dozens of original holiday production numbers, audiences nationwide will celebrate the most wonderful time of the year as they experience spectacular costumes and the world’s most astonishing acts.  Broadway singers perform original music along with a new twist on seasonal favorites such as “Deck The Halls,” “Winter Wonderland,” and “Jingle Bell Rock.”  On the edge-of-your-seat feats are performed by toy soldiers, snowmen, penguins, candles, reindeer, gingerbread, carolers, Santa and colossal ornaments balancing and stretching imaginations in this groundbreaking holiday stage spectacular.  More information is available at www.cirqueproductions.com.

Broadway Director and Cirque Dreams Founder, Neil Goldberg, has searched the world to assemble a remarkable cast of incomparable cirque artists, singers, dancers and talent to mesmerize audiences with new acts, holiday scenes, theatrical innovation and much more in 2019.  Set in a multi-million-dollar wonderland of elaborate scenes and dozens of original holiday production numbers, audiences nationwide will celebrate the most wonderful time of the year as they experience spectacular costumes and the world’s most astonishing acts.  Broadway singers perform original music along with a new twist on seasonal favorites such as “Deck The Halls,” “Winter Wonderland,” and “Jingle Bell Rock.”  On the edge-of-your-seat feats are performed by toy soldiers, snowmen, penguins, candles, reindeer, gingerbread, carolers, Santa and colossal ornaments balancing and stretching imaginations in this groundbreaking holiday stage spectacular.  More information is available at www.cirqueproductions.com.

Originating from Flint, Michigan in 1969, Grand Funk Railroad is a top selling American rock group that is touring in 2019 to mark a 50 year milestone. After playing to millions of fans on the band's tours from 1996 to 2018, Grand Funk's 2019 American Band Tour will continue to reach both new and long-time fans. Known as "The American Band,” the high-energy five-piece group includes original founding members Don Brewer, who sings vocals, plays the drums, and is writer and singer of the multi-million selling hit, “We're An American Band,” and bassist Mel Schacher, who is known as "The God Of Thunder.” Joining Don and Mel are singer Max Carl, lead guitarist Bruce Kulick, and keyboardist Tim Cashion. Grand Funk Railroad’s hit songs include “We're An American Band,” “I'm Your Captain/Closer To Home,” “Locomotion,” and “Some Kind Of Wonderful,” which still receive continuous airplay on Classic Rock radio. More information on Grand Funk Railroad is available at https://www.grandfunkrailroad.com.

KC and The Sunshine Band has celebrated over 40 years of creating iconic disco music.  They gave a voice to a generation, helped define an entire culture and continue to make an impact today.  With over four decades of success, the group, led by Harry Wayne “KC” Casey, has been in a state of constant renewal in their niche of cultural relevancy, thanks in part to their music being featured in numerous motion picture soundtracks, television shows, and national advertising campaigns.  KC and The Sunshine Band formed in 1973 with one single purpose – to create instant happiness through music – and the group has done just that, topping the charts with  singles including “That’s the Way (I Like It),” “Get Down Tonight,” and “(Shake, Shake, Shake) Shake Your Booty,” tallying worldwide sales of over 100 million albums sold, and receiving numerous awards.  More information is available at www.heykcsb.com.

Almost 50 years ago, the Grammy Award-winning band was formed by Gerry Beckley, Dewey Bunnell and Dan Peek, who departed the band in 1977 and passed away in 2011, after meeting as sons of U.S. Air Force personnel stationed in London, where they began performing live.  AMERICA released their debut album on Capitol Records in 1971, which hit number one in the United States and featured the number one Billboard pop hit “Horse With No Name.”  AMERICA has influenced generations of musicians with their distinctive brand of acoustic-driven, harmony-rich rock, mixed with pop smarts, in soul-searching classic songs that reflected the times they were living in.

The band’s huge radio success throughout the ‘70s and early ‘80s at times overshadowed the lyrical depth of their songs such as the questing “Horse With No Name” (with its environmental message at the end); the frank romantic politics of “Sister Golden Hair”; the war paranoia of “Sandman” (written in part from conversations with returning airmen from Vietnam); and the cautionary life advice of “Don’t Cross The River.”

Great White is a Grammy nominated band and hard rock band legend.  Its hit songs include “Once Bitten, Twice Shy,” “Rock Me,” “Mista Bone,” “Save Your Love,” “House of Broken Love,” and “Lady Red Light.”  The band has sold over 10 million albums worldwide, has six Top 100 Billboard hits, nine Top 200 Billboard albums, and two platinum albums.  The band is made up of Mitch Malloy on vocals, Mark Kendall on guitars, Michael Lardie on guitars and keyboards, Audie Desbrow on drums, and Scott Snyder on bass.  More information is available at www.officialgreatwhite.com.

Slaughter is a multi-platinum selling band and American Music Award recipient known for hit songs including “Up All Night” and “Fly To The Angels.”  Members of the band include co-founders Mark Slaughter on lead vocals and guitar, and Dana Strum playing bass guitar and providing backup vocals.  Jeff Blando is the lead guitarist and backup vocalist, and Zoltan Chaney plays the drums.  More information is available at www.slaughterusa.com.

The international touring show, “The Beat Goes On” features American singer and actress Lisa McClowry's portrayal of the Goddess of Pop in her one-woman Broadway-style live stage show. Lisa is completely convincing as CHER with every aspect of playing Cher down pat including her singing and speaking voice, the walk, the talk, the costumes, the makeup, and the mannerisms. In addition, the show incorporates a live band, LED walls, video, multiple costume changes, dynamic dialogue, humor, and fun audience participation. You can expect to hear Cher’s hits spanning from the 1960’s to now including: “I Got You Babe,” “Gypsies, Tramps, and Thieves,” “I Found Someone,” “If I Could Turn Back Time,” songs from ABBA - from Cher’s “Dancing Queen” album, “Woman’s World,” “Welcome to Burlesque,” “Believe,” and so much more! The show has been met with incredible reviews, multiple sell-outs, and standing ovations!

Lisa McClowry is a life-long singer and entertainer with over thirty years in the entertainment industry as a trusted, reliable source and talent with twenty-five music albums, multiple lead roles in theatrical productions, movies, and commercials. Her original music plays on radio today. More information on “The Beat Goes On” is available at  http://thebeatgoesonshow.com, www.chertributeglobal.com, and www.lisamcclowry.com/.

Over the past four decades, Rick Springfield has worn many hats as an entertainer and performer. He is the creator of some of the finest power-pop of the ’80s, a Grammy winning singer, songwriter, and musician who has sold 25 million albums and scored 17 U.S. Top 40 hits, including “Jessie’s Girl,” “Don’t Talk to Strangers,” “An Affair of the Heart,” "I've Done Everything for You,” “Love Somebody,” and “Human Touch.” He’s an accomplished actor who has starred opposite Meryl Streep in the feature film “Ricki and the Flash,” gave a chameleonic performance as the creepy Dr. Pitlor in HBO’s prestige drama “True Detective,” earned great reviews for his portrayal of Lucifer on the CW hit “Supernatural” and most recently played Pastor Charles on “American Horror Story.” In 2014, Springfield was honored with a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame, located around the corner from the first apartment he lived in when he first arrived in the United States from Australia in 1971. Rick’s most recent album “Orchestrating My Life" was released in 2019. More information is available at www.rickspringfield.com/.

Roger Hodgson is recognized as one of the most gifted composers, songwriters and lyricists of our time. Hodgson co-founded the progressive rock band Supertramp in 1969 and was with them for 14 years. As the legendary voice, writer and arranger of most of Supertramp’s greatest hits that led to more than 60 million record sales, he gave us amazingly enduring songs such as “The Logical Song,” “Breakfast in America,” “Give a Little Bit,” “Take the Long Way Home,” “Dreamer,” "It's Raining Again,” “School,” “Fool's Overture” and so many others that have become the sound track of our lives. Hodgson has twice been recognized by ASCAP (American Society of Composers, Authors, and Publishers) for his songs being in the top played songs in their repertory.

View a 3-minute video montage of Roger Hodgson.