2010's Northbrook Days bands
Heartache Tonight - An Eagles Tribute Band
Wednesday August 4, 2010 7:30 p.m. - 9:45 p.m.
With their soaring harmonies and dynamic musicianship, the six multi-talented members of Heartache Tonight authentically capture the excitement and style of on of the world's true supergroups, The Eagles. Heartache Tonight showcases all of the Eagles greatest hits, including Hotel California, Take It Easy, One of These Nights, and Life in the Fast Lane, as well as solo hits by Dave Henley, Glenn Frey, and Joe Walsh. These gentlemen have shared stages with some of the biggest names in rock, including the Doobie Brothers, Charlie Daniels, Jimmy Buffet, America, and Joe Cocker. The have wowed audiences of festivals, fairs, and corporate functions and have performed at Ravinia.
American English
Thursday, August 5, 2010 7:30 p.m. - 9:45 p.m.
American English is simply the best Beetle tribute story of our time. At the inception of the band, they were voted "number one" by thousands of Beetle fans as winner of sound alike contests at Beatlefest for three consecutive years. They have also won Illinois Entertainer of the Year and voted "Best Tribute Band" three of the last four years.
Northbrook Garage
Friday August 6, 2010 6:15 p.m. - 7:00 p.m.
Northbrook Garage is the winner of Northbrook's Battle Of The Bands.
Dick Holiday and the Bamboo Gang
Friday August 6, 2010 8:00 p.m. - 10:30 p.m.
An immensely popular Chicago band that headlined sold out shows at many of the city's finest rooms - Park West, Metro, Vic Theatre, and Ravinia. Because of their broad appeal the band shared bills with a wide variety acts that include Big head Todd and the Monsters, Alice Cooper, Mel Torme, and Tammy Wynette. Original music by Dick Holiday has appeared in national advertising campaigns.
Heartless - Featuring the Music of Heart
Saturday August 7, 2010 6:00 p.m. - 7:30 p.m.
Heartless is one of the most impressive bands in the Midwest. With a talent for igniting any crowd, the band offers male and female classic rock songs that everyone loves. What makes the group unique is the music of Heart. No other Midwest band can deliver the Wilson sister's classic sound - the driving beat, the burning guitar riffs, and the soaring, signature vocals.
Hi Infidelity
Saturday August 8th 8:30 p.m. - 10:30 p.m.
Hi Infidelity is a cover band from the Chicago area, playing music of all types, but mostly from the Classic Rock/Arena Rock period. Journey, REO Speedwagon, Bon Jovi, and Boston are but a few. For 5 consecutive years the band was voted best cover band by Suburban NiteLife Magazine's Best of the Burbs contest. Going to a Hi Infidelity show is a total concert experience with a wide variety of songs ranging from the classics to music by contemporary artists.
Chicago Tribute Anthology - Music of Chicago
Sunday August 8, 2010 4:45 p.m. - 6:15 p.m.
CTA is a seven piece horn band dedicated to performing the music of one of the most popular and enduring bands of all time, Chicago. The unique sound that was and is Chicago defined a generation and changed the sound of popular music forever.
Trippin Billies - Music of the Dave Matthews Band
Sunday August 8, 2010 7:15 p.m. - 8:45 p.m.
Born in the pubs of the north side of Chicago, reminiscent of Luther's College, Trippin Billies took to the stages of these small rooms in the early nineties as an acoustic duo. The band has now grown to six members. The band started playing Dave Matthews music because they loved it. It was not long before the band caught on with fans and now they play from coast to coast including the House of Blues locally. Trippin Billies is comprised of some of Chicago's best, and are known for their high energy performances.
