IDES SHOWS POSTPONED

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With our home State of Illinois in “Stay Home” mode, and many others shutting down public gatherings, many of the Ides’ current concert dates have been postponed. Some have already been relisted with later dates, some have yet to be rescheduled. Please check the list carefully for the revised dates. We will update the listing as soon as we confirm new dates.

While we want to be out there playing for you, we all must take seriously the precautions directed to stop the spread of COVID-19. Let’s all stay safe to play another day!

Jim Peterik’s World Stage Performance Jan 25th Naperville, IL

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It was another sold out, stellar night featuring The Ides of March, Dave Jenkins of Pablo Cruise, David Pack (formerly of Ambrosia,) blues master Anthony Gomes, Toby Hitchcock of Pride of Lions, Colin Peterik and Steely Dan tribute band Brooklyn Charmers, Yvonne Gage, Riley Pettrone and special surprise guest, Joel Hoekstra of Whitesnake, Trans Siberian Orchestra, and Cher making his triumphant return to World Stage.  (He was there for the first eight seasons of World Stage starting in 2000.)

The show rocked for three-plus hours, as Jim and the World Stage Band joined the guest artists to thrill the packed house with classic songs and great new music. This was the 21st annual World Stage show Jim has piloted through the years, and always proves it is never one to miss!

Ides and Guest at City Winery March 4, 2020

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The Ides are back at this great in-town venue on Wednesday, March 4th, 2020, with very special guest, award-winning blues artist Anthony Gomes!
Anthony will bring his soulful blues mastery to the stage, and will join the Ides on several songs from their new 55thAnniversary album “Play On.”What could be better on a Wednesday night, than to come out and join us at City Winery!

The Ides of March at Club 210 of Highwood

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THIS SHOW HAS BEEN RESCHEDULED TO SUNDAY, JULY 12TH DUE TO COVID-19 CONCERNS.

Celebrate the Ides of March (a day Early) on Saturday, March 14th with the Ides at Club 210 of Highwood, in Highwood, IL.

Originally built as the first bowling alley in Lake County, this historic space has been transformed into a unique dining, dance and concert club in Highwood, IL.

This will be the Ides’ first event in Highwood, so come out and celebrate our day with us at this great new club!

IDES W/GUEST CATHY RICHARDSON TO APPEAR ON WINDY CITY LIVE THIS THURSDAY

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The Ides will appear on Windy City Live on ABC7 in Chicago this Thursday, October 24th. They will be performing “Blue Storm Rising” from their latest album “Play On” along with a few bumper pieces.

THE BIG 55TH ANNIVERSARY SHOW W/ SPECIAL GUESTS MARK FARNER, CATHY RICHARDSON, AND BO BICE

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The Ides will celebrate the release of their latest album, “Play On,” along with their 55th Anniversary year at the Genesee Theatre in Waukegan, Illinois on Saturday, October 26th. Joining the Ides will be special guests Mark Farner (formerly of Grand Funk Railroad,) Cathy Richardson (longtime friend and current lead singer of Jefferson Starship) and Bo Bice (American Idol finalist and former lead singer of Blood, Sweat & Tears.)

Tickets available here: https://www.geneseetheatre.com/events/detail/the-ides-of-march

CATHY RICHARDSON TO JOIN THE 55TH ANNIVERSARY CONCERT

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Legendary Chicago singer/songwriter Cathy Richardson, who is now also the lead singer of Jefferson Starship, will join the Ides on October 26th at the Genesee Theatre to reprise her duet on “Blue Storm Rising” among other songs.

Richardson joins special guest stars Mark Farner, formerly of Grand Funk Railroad, and Bo Bice, American Idol finalist and former lead singer of Blood, Sweat & Tears as they help the Ides celebrate their 55th Anniversary year!

More information and tickets here: https://www.geneseetheatre.com/events/detail/the-ides-of-march

55th ANNIVERSARY SHOW IS COMING UP!

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Our big 55th Anniversary Bash is coming soon! Join us at the Genesee Theatre in Waukegan as we welcome special guests Mark Farner, former lead singer of Grand Funk Railroad, and Bo Bice, American Idol finalist/former lead singer of Blood, Sweat & Tears! This will be one you won’t forget!

https://www.geneseetheatre.com/events/detail/the-ides-of-march

Cornerstones of Rock Concert- Another Sell-out Crowd!

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It was another great night of memorable music by the original artists who recorded the hits back in the day!  

The Ides of March, The Buckinghams, the Cryan Shames, The New Colony Six, Jimy Sohns of the Shadows of Knight and Ted Alliota of Alliota, Haynes and Jeremiah filled the Arcada Theater in St. Charles, IL, and played those national hit songs they made famous in the late ‘60’s and 70’s, reawakening so many memories of simpler, happier days.

Everyone came ready to dance and sing along as the bands did their thing. This night, host Ron Onesti asked about forgotten songs, and the bands each responded with some of the “almost-hit” they had, that still are some of their favorites.  

The Cornerstones of Rock show has received great reviews from fans and promoters wherever is has been preformed, and there’s too much fun to be had to stop any time, soon!

Ides Open for Chris Isaak in New Lenox!

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The Ides will perform before the great Chris Isaak in New Lenox, Illinois, on Saturday, August 11th as part of the city’s Triple Play Concert Series in the Village Commons. The Ides will take the stage at 7:30pm in one of our favorite places to play! Aside from the Concert Series Tickets being sold, single tickets for the concert will be available at the venue, starting at 4 PM the day of the concert.  Come on out for an evening of great music!