Emmy-nominated actor and comedian Billy Gardell starred in the CBS television series Mike and Molly from 2010-2016 as Officer Mike Biggs. He followed that by appearing as Colonel Tom Parker, the infamous manager of Elvis Presley, in the CMT series Sun Records. In 2016 he received a daytime Emmy-nomination as best gameshow host for Monopoly Millionaires Club. He made his major motion picture debut alongside Anthony Quinn and Sylvester Stallone in Avenging Angelo(2002). He has also appeared in Bad Santa (2003), and You, Me & Dupree (2006).

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!

Sing your favorite hits with a live band!

Final Say is one of Chicago’s most dynamic bands. Performing the music of the 60’s through today’s rock, pop and Top 40, Final Say delivers a high energy stage show that will have you dancing all night. Final Say has traveled the country from Alaska to Hawaii with International stops in Mexico energizing corporate events. Follow the spins, twists and turns as they weave through the soundtrack of your life. From the Jackson 5 to Maroon 5, Final Say will leave you breathless.

Your favorite hits at The C Bar. 

Robbie Gold performs at The Pool Bar. 

Growing from his success in 2012 at Wrigley Field and on the vocal competition show, The Voice, Robbie Gold continues to share his music throughout the United States with live performance and his latest record of original songs.

Zero performs at The Pool Bar.

ZERO is a brand new Rock and Pop band playing the best venues and events in your area. The members are all seasoned veterans and have played in various bands all around the country. Past groups such as Echo Vane, Gun Shy, Blammo, PS, Liquid Rabbit, 2 Northwest, Os-Lo, Vinylized, Stillshot, Stereovane, Stay Golden, TJ’s Hooker and many more. ZERO will be playing your favorite Rock, Pop and Dance songs with shredding guitars, killer vocals, and driving rhythm. Check the calendar at your favorite local venue for a date near you!

Brian Kovacs performs at The Pool Bar. 

Performing crowd favorites from the last 4 decades in the solo acoustic style!

Hello Weekend performs at The Pool Bar. 

Hello Weekend performs today's biggest chart-topping hits in a high-energy performance.

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

This diverse artist brings rock, blues, country, and christian influences to the stage with him each time he performs, as well as an energy and lyrical style that engages his audience.

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.

YES are an English rock band who have achieved worldwide success with their progressive, artistic, and symphonic style of rock music. Pioneers of progressive rock, YES have achieved worldwide success with a history spanning 50 years and 21 studio albums. The band is known for its expansive songs, esoteric lyrics, elaborate album art and live stage sets. The band’s current line-up consists of singer Jon Davison, guitarist Steve Howe, drummer Alan White, keyboardist Geoff Downes and bassist Billy Sherwood. YES alumni are Jon Anderson, Chris Squire, Rick Wakeman, Bill Bruford, Trevor Horn, Trevor Rabin, Tony Kaye, Peter Banks, Patrick Moraz, Benoit David, Oliver Wakeman, Igor Khoroshev and Tom Brislin.

Wedding Banned performs at The Pool Bar. 

Banned from their hometown of Gas City, Indiana for being too wild, Wedding Banned moved to Chicago and the legend began. A fan said, “This isn’t a cover band, it’s an experience.” The party starts with a random couple getting married on stage. Audience interaction is a huge part of this show. The “World’s Greatest Wedding Banned” plays 80’s music, 90’s music and all the guilty pleasures you and your friends love. Wedding Banned plays over 100 club shows, weddings, corporate events and festivals a year. “Skip the ceremony and start the party,” with Wedding Banned.

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”.

Mike has played over 1,000 live shows, including opening for “Styx” and “Kansas”. Mike is known for having one of the most extensive "covers" repertoires spanning over six decades of some of the best-loved classics. From Louis Armstrong to Coldplay, Johnny Cash to Pearl Jam, Mike's energy and love of music transcends style or genre. Mike is a finely seasoned performer who delivers an unforgettable performance each and every time he takes the stage.

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.

Celebrate National Bourbon Day with a party! The Bourbon & Bluegrass Party features food and drink specials and live entertainment by The Leadfoot Band.

Admission is complimentary!

Paul Decker was born and raised in Indiana. He started singing at age of the age of 4, playing trumpet & guitar at the age of 10. He then started to pick up piano & keyboards in his early teens. Paul's been a full-time working musician since 1972, traveling extensively doing "road work" though the 70's & 80's. He's spent many years making a living singing and performing on keyboards, guitar, bass, trumpet, and pretty much ANYTHING that makes sound. He has been blessed to had shared the same stages as such musicians and performers as Britian's FOGHAT, JOURNEY'S Steve Smith and his Fusion Band, Jazz greats Ronnie Laws and Frank Gambale, The John Entwhistle Band (bassist for The WHO), Rick Nelson (just weeks before his tragic plane crash),the GREAT Chuck Berry, and Donnie and Marie Osmond. He's even performed on the stage of the famous Grand Ole Opry in Nashville.

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.

Performing crowd favorites from the last 4 decades in the solo acoustic style!

Led by multi-talented couple Melodi Leigh on lead vocals/percussion and Kerry Leigh on drums, and featuring West Michigan’s finest, Brandon Ward keyboards/bass and Craig Davis on guitars, Pop Cult is top shelf entertainment and downright Fun!

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

This diverse artist brings rock, blues, country, and Christian influences to the stage with him each time he performs, as well as an energy and lyrical style that engages his audience.

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.

Graham Russell and Russell Hitchcock, the men of Air Supply, met in 1975 in Sydney, Australia. They became instant friends with their common love for The Beatles and, of course, singing. The duo began playing pizza parlors, coffee bars and night clubs with just one guitar and two voices. They quickly gained a reputation for great harmonies and for original songs that Graham was constantly writing.

After their song “Lost in Love” went to No. 1 in Australia, they began to open for Rod Stewart across Australia and then throughout the U.S. and Canada. In 1980, music industry executive Clive Davis in New York signed Air Supply to Arista Records, and "Lost in Love" became the fastest selling single in the world, leaping to the top of all of the charts. The second single "All Out of Love," went up the charts even quicker. Seven top-five singles later, Air Supply at that time had equaled The Beatles' run of consecutive top five singles. The albums Lost in Love, The One That You Love, Now & Forever, and The Greatest Hits sold in excess of 20 million copies. "Lost in Love" was named Song of the Year in 1980, and, with the other singles, sold more than 10 million copies. Air Supply celebrated their 40th anniversary in 2015 and continue to delight audiences all over the world.

Fool House is a 90's party rock band playing all the hits from MC Hammer to Third Eye Blind. Between the mullets, their laid-back style, choreographed dance moves, and stand up comedy, they strive to create the ultimate party any time they take the stage.

Dennis Caravello is a singer/songwriter and guitarist with roots in rock, folk, and blues.

Grab a Pina Colada and get caught in the rain at the second annual Yacht Rock Pool Party. Live music by Marina Band, specialty cocktails and a great time to be had! It’s not just a party, it’s a yacht rock party!
 
Admission is complimentary!

Mike has played over 1,000 live shows, including opening for “Styx” and “Kansas”. Mike is known for having one of the most extensive "covers" repertoires spanning over six decades of some of the best loved classics. From Louis Armstrong to Coldplay, Johnny Cash to Pearl Jam, Mike's energy and love of music transcends style or genre. Mike is a finely seasoned performer who delivers an unforgettable performance each and every time he takes the stage.

Brian Allison is a full time singer/songwriter from Chicago and is a culmination of vast musical influences to create an experience that is equal parts unique, fresh, and accessible to all listeners.

Enjoy hand-rolled cigars, live music and more on the Four Winds Casino New Buffalo Pool Patio.

Admission is complimentary!

Performing crowd favorites from the last 4 decades in the solo acoustic style!

Early in 1968, a group of British musicians joined together in Luton, a town north of London, to form Jethro Tull. They began playing in pubs and clubs throughout southern England, eventually landing a standing gig at London’s famous Marquee Club in Soho. The first album, This Was, was released in late 1968, followed by Stand Up, Benefit, Aqualung and Thick As a Brick. Various band members came and went, but the charismatic front man and composer, flutist and singer Ian Anderson, continued to lead the group through its various musical incarnations.

By the mid-70s, Jethro Tull was one of the most successful live performing acts on the world stage, rivaling Led Zeppelin, Elton John and the Rolling Stones. Today, with over 30 albums selling more than 50 million copies, Jethro Tull continues to perform over 100 concerts each year. The lineup for the 2018 tour is Ian Anderson (flute, vocals, acoustic guitar); Florian Opahle (guitarist); Scott Hammond (drummer); John O’Hara (piano, accordion, vocals); and David Goodier (bass guitar, vocals).

Poison'd Crue is an 80's Hair Cover Band that covers the best of Poison, Motley Crue, Bon Jovi, AC/DC, plus many more!

Melissa Etheridge stormed onto the American rock scene in 1988 with the release of her critically acclaimed self-titled debut album, which led to an appearance on the 1989 Grammy Awards show. Known for her confessional lyrics and raspy, smoky vocals, Etheridge has remained one of America’s favorite female singer-songwriters for more than two decades. In February 2007, Melissa Etheridge celebrated a career milestone with a victory in the Best Song category at the Academy® Awards for “I Need to Wake Up,” written for the Al Gore documentary on global warming, “An Inconvenient Truth”.  In 2016, Melissa Etheridge released Memphis Rock & Soul. “The album is a triumphant application of Etheridge’s signature rasp and substantial guitar chops…,” said one review, while Edge Media Network declared Melissa “is a singer who can fire it up like Janis Joplin, touch the heart like Elvis Presley and steam up the windows like her musical hero, Otis Redding.”

From the bombastic and epic, to the folky and mystical, Get The Led Out (GTLO) has captured the essence of the recorded music of Led Zeppelin and brought it to the concert stage. The Philadelphia-based group consists of six, veteran musicians intent on delivering Led Zeppelin live, like you’ve never heard before. GTLO re-creates the songs in all their depth and glory with the studio overdubs that Zeppelin themselves never performed. When you hear three guitars on the album…GTLO delivers three guitarists on stage. No wigs or fake English accents, GTLO brings what the audience wants…a high energy Zeppelin concert with an honest, heart-thumping intensity. The band consists of Paul Sinclair - lead vocals, harmonica; Paul Hammond - electric and acoustic guitars, mandolin, Theremin; Jimmy Marchiano - electric and acoustic guitars, vocals; Andrew Lipke - keyboards, guitar, vocals, percussion; Adam Ferraioli - drums, percussion; and Phil D'Agostino – bass.

At the exclusive tasting event, guests can interact with the craftsmen and women who are behind the scenes at the best Michigan wineries. Plus, Four Winds Casinos will offer seasonal food options for purchase to complement the tastings. Live music provided by Kaleidoscope Eyes and Erik Donner will enhance the tasting experience.

Advance tickets are available for purchase through Ticketmaster for $20, plus applicable fees, and includes admission, a souvenir glass and a wine tasting card that can be redeemed for up to 10 samplings. Tickets purchased at the door will be $25 and includes event admission, a souvenir glass and a wine tasting card redeemable for up to 5 samplings. Designated drivers can purchase 5 tasting tickets for $5, redeemable for food or non-alcoholic beverages.

Scaggs is a singer, songwriter and guitarist whose career dates back to the late ‘60s. His solo album “Silk Degrees” (1976) produced two Top 20 hit singles, Lido Shuffle and Lowdown. Other solo albums include “Middle Man” (1980), “Some Change” (1994), “Dig” (2001) and “Memphis” (2013). In 2003, Scaggs released “But Beautiful”, a collection of jazz standards that debuted at No. 1 on the jazz chart. His most recent album “A Fool to Care” (2015) features guest artists Bonnie Raitt and Lucinda Williams and rose to the No. 1 spot on Billboard’s Blues Album chart. He tours regularly, both as a solo artist and with other singer/songwriters, including Donald Fagen and Michael McDonald.

The fourth of seven children, John Royce Mathis was born on September 30, 1935 in Gilmer, Texas. As a small boy he learned an appreciation of music from his father Clem who taught him his first song, “My Blue Heaven”. He sang in the church choir, school functions, community events, for visitors in their home as well as amateur shows in the San Francisco area.

In 1954, Johnny enrolled at San Francisco State College (now called San Francisco State University). While there, Johnny set a high jump record of 6’-5 1/2”. Just as when he was in high school, Johnny’s name was frequently mentioned in the sports sections of the Northern California newspapers. While there, a fellow student brought Johnny in for a Sunday afternoon jam session at a local nightclub. It was at the Black Hawk that Helen Noga, co-owner of the club, first heard him sing. She decided that she wanted to manage his career.

In early September of 1955, Johnny landed a job singing weekends at Ann Dee’s 440 Club. He continued his studies at San Francisco State and gained additional fame as a high jumper. In early 1956, Johnny was asked to attend the trials for the 1956 Olympic teams that would travel to Melbourne, Australia that summer. At the same time, Columbia Records requested that Johnny come to New York to start arrangements for his first recording session. Clem helped his son decide that his future and best interests were with the recording company. So, Johnny gave up his chance to become a member of the USA Olympic Team. He went to New York to record his first album in March of 1956.

The first album was a collection of jazz-oriented renditions of popular standards, “Johnny Mathis: A New Sound In Popular Song”. Soon, Columbia placed Johnny under the supervision of producer Mitch Miller. Mitch favored using Johnny’s voice to sing soft, romantic ballads. At his second recording session, in the fall of 1956, Johnny recorded two singles. These songs were to become among his most popular all-time greatest hits: “Wonderful, Wonderful” and “It’s Not For Me To Say.” These successes were followed by the monumental single “Chances Are” which became Johnny’s first #1 hit. In late 1959, Johnny recorded another song that became synonymous with the name of Johnny Mathis, “Misty”.

“Johnny’s Greatest Hits” went on to become one of the most popular albums of all time and spent an unprecedented 490 continuous weeks (almost 10 years) on the BILLBOARD Top Albums Chart. This record has been noted in the GUINNESS BOOK OF WORLD RECORDS.

Johnny has been inducted into the Grammy Hall of Fame three times so far for "Chances Are", "Misty", and “It’s Not For Me To Say”, and in 2003 received the Lifetime Achievement Award by the Academy of Recording Arts and Sciences. Most impressive of all is at 82 years old he is still touring & recording, having recently released his newest album titled “Johnny Mathis Sings The Great New American Songbook”.

The amazing yet true saga of The Beach Boys is well chronicled, and by any standard it’s one of the greatest and most musical stories ever told. For five decades, The Beach Boys—America’s first pop band to reach the 50-year milestone—has recorded and performed the music that has become the world’s favorite soundtrack to summer. Their famous harmonies and classic songs continue to travel the world bringing “Good Vibrations” everywhere.

Music fans have been enjoying the hits of the sixties and seventies since the Summer of Love and beyond. They get to relive those moments on the renowned Happy Together Tour 2018, which is going on its 9th consecutive year. This summer, the Happy Together Tour returns with six headline artists who delivered the biggest hits of the era: The Turtles, Chuck Negron, formerly of Three Dog Night, Gary Puckett & The Union Gap, The Association, Mark Lindsay, former Lead Singer of Paul Revere & The Raiders and The Cowsills.

• The Turtles continue to be the signature headliners of the Happy Together Tour. As always, founding member and singer Mark Volman will bring his infamous antics to the stage, however, for medical reasons, this summer the voice of The Archies, Ron Dante will stand in for singer Howard Kaylan. Dante’s youthful sound is best known on hits such as “Sugar, Sugar” and “Jingle Jangle,” which makes him the perfect understudy for the The Turtles’ chart stoppers. The Turtles have sold over 40 million records worldwide. Their hits include: “Happy Together” “She’d Rather Be With Me,” “Elenore,” “It Ain’t Me Babe”, “You Showed Me” and many more.

• Chuck Negron, formerly of Three Dog Night, is back on the Happy Together Tour due to popular demand! He brings Three Dog Night’s biggest hits to the stage, including “Joy To The World,” “Mama Told Me Not To Come,” “Shambala,” “One”, “Easy To Be Hard” among others.

• Gary Puckett & The Union Gap is thrilled to be on the Happy Together Tour again. Gary’s trademark voice will be belting out his hits one more time. Fans will affectionately remember “Young Girl,” “Over You” “Woman, Woman”, “This Girl Is A Woman Now”, “Lady Willpower”, “Don’t Give In To Him” and more.

• The Association is one of the most popular and successful bands to have come out of the sixties. They have sold millions of records and have seven Grammy Award nominations. They are best known for their No. 1 hits, “Never My Love,” “Windy”, “Cherish,” as well as “Along Comes Mary” and “Everything That Touches You.”

• Mark Lindsay, former lead singer of Paul Revere and the Raiders made his mark with “Kicks,” “Hungry,” “Him Or Me (What’s It Gonna Be?),” “Steppin’ Out,” “Good Thing,” “Indian Reservation,” “Arizona” and many others. Lindsay was the co-founder and lead singer of this seminal act from its inception in 1963 through 1975. His voice is heard on all of the Raiders’ 16 Top 20 Hits.

• The Cowsills have been dazzling crowds the last two years on the Happy Together Tour with their effervescent brand of contagious pop magic. Bob, Paul and Susan Cowsill are a family singing group and the original inspiration for television’s, The Partridge Family. Best known for songs “The Rain, The Park and Other Things,” “Hair,” “Indian Lake” and “Love American Style.” The Cowsills appeared on The Ed Sullivan Show and The Tonight Show with Johnny Carson.

Kenny Wayne Shepherd has, over a 20-year recording career, established himself as an immensely popular recording artist, a consistently in demand live act and an influential force in a worldwide resurgence of interest in the blues. The latest KWSB release, ‘Lay It On Down’, debuted at #1 on the Billboard Blues Chart, #1 on the Rock Chart, #1 on the Internet Chart and #5 on the over-all Top 200 Current Album Chart and features all-new material written by Kenny and several of his friends. His band consists of Kenny Wayne Shepherd (vocals, guitar); Noah Hunt (vocals); Chris “Whipper” Layton (drums); Kevin McCormick (bass); and Joe Krown (piano, organ).

Theresa Caputo is from TLC’s hit show, Long Island Medium, which follows Theresa’s life as a typical Long Island wife and mom with one very big difference…she can communicate with the dead. Since she cannot “turn off” this gift, messages from departed loved ones can come through at any time, which leads to spontaneous readings with those she encounters. During her appearance at Four Winds New Buffalo, Theresa will share personal stories about her life and explain how her gift works. She will deliver healing messages to audience members and give people comfort knowing their loved ones who passed are still with them, just in a different way.  “The Experience” brings Theresa face-to-face with her fans, as she lets the spirit guide her through the audience. A video display ensures everyone in the venue has an up-close-hands-on experience regardless of seat location. “The experience isn’t about believing in mediums. It’s about witnessing something life-changing,” Theresa says. “It’s like Long Island Medium live, witnessing first-hand spirit communication.”  

Theresa Caputo is from TLC’s hit show, Long Island Medium, which follows Theresa’s life as a typical Long Island wife and mom with one very big difference…she can communicate with the dead. Since she cannot “turn off” this gift, messages from departed loved ones can come through at any time, which leads to spontaneous readings with those she encounters. During her appearance at Four Winds New Buffalo, Theresa will share personal stories about her life and explain how her gift works. She will deliver healing messages to audience members and give people comfort knowing their loved ones who passed are still with them, just in a different way.  “The Experience” brings Theresa face-to-face with her fans, as she lets the spirit guide her through the audience. A video display ensures everyone in the venue has an up-close-hands-on experience regardless of seat location. “The experience isn’t about believing in mediums. It’s about witnessing something life-changing,” Theresa says. “It’s like Long Island Medium live, witnessing first-hand spirit communication.”  

William "Smokey" Robinson, Jr. is a legendary singer-songwriter, record producer, record executive and co-founder of Motown Records. Between 1960 and 1970, Robinson would produce 26 top 40 hits with the Miracles including several top 10 hits such as "You've Really Got a Hold on Me", "I Second That Emotion" and the group's only No. 1 pop hit, "The Tears Of A Clown". Robinson was one of the major songwriters and producers for Motown, writing several hit singles such as, “Who’s Loving You” "My Guy,” "The Way You Do The Things You Do", "My Girl", "Get Ready" and "Ain't That Peculiar".

In 1975, Robinson released his solo album, A Quiet Storm. His classic hit, "Cruisin'" peaked at number four on the Billboard Hot 100.  For the album One Heartbeat, Robinson won his first Grammy Award. In the same year, he was inducted as a solo artist to the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame.

In recent years, Robinson released the standards album, Timeless Love, Time Flies When You're Having Fun, Now And Then, Smokey & Friends and Christmas Everyday. Robinson has been Inducted into the Kennedy Center, awarded an individual star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame and a second star with The Miracles. He was awarded a medal at the National Medal of Arts, A Heritage Award at the Soul Train Music Awards and a BET Lifetime Achievement Award. Howard University conferred on Robinson the degree of Doctor of Music as did the Berklee College of Music.

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.