Hard Rock Casino Northern Indiana
Live Music Performances
- Council Oak Bar and Hard Rock Café performances are FREE.
- Hard Rock Live performances are ticketed.
- All shows 21 and up!
Hard Rock Casino Northern Indiana * 5400 West 29th Ave. in Gary, IN, 46406 * 219-228-2383 + https://www.hardrockcasinonorthernindiana.com/
September 2024
Friday, 9/13/2024
Duke Tumatoe – Council Oak Bar Stage – 8 p.m.
Duke Tumatoe, born William “Bill" Severen Fiorio in 1947, is an American blues guitarist, vocalist and songwriter. He has gigged with Muddy Waters, Bo Diddley, B.B. King, Willie Dixon, Buddy Guy, John Fogerty and George Thorogood.
Simple Men and Southern Nights - Hard Rock Café Stage – 9 p.m.
Simple Men and Southern Nights takes you back to the 1970’s when Southern Rock ruled the airwaves. The first set features all your favorites from Southern Rock staples like the Allman Brothers, Marshall Tucker Band, .38 Special, ZZ Top, Glenn Campbell, the Georgia Satellites, Molly Hatchett and more. You’ll hear other Southern Rock classics like Ram Jam’s “Black Betty”, “Amie” by Pure Prairie League and “Fooled Around and Fell in Love” by Elvin Bishop Band.
Saturday, 9/14/2024
DJ Dave C – Council Oak Bar Stage – 8 p.m.
Dj Dave C was born and raised in Bucktown/Humboldt Park area in Chicago. He started his love affair with music and the underground culture in the early 80's as a young break dancer. In 1985, he meet one of his best friends and fellow DJ Gabriel "Rock the house".
Head Honchos Band - Hard Rock Café Stage – 9 p.m.
The "HEAD HONCHOS BAND" brings to both the live music scene and recording experience, music based on intense body moving rhythms and emotionally charged guitar expressions.
Friday, 9/20/2024
Tesla with Special Guest Kurt Deimer - Hard Rock Live – Doors open at 7 p.m.
That they are still roaring and soaring should be no surprise. That’s just how they are built. TESLA may have been born in the mid 80s, but their bluesy, soulful sound is strongly embedded in the roots of organic, authentic, 1970s rock and roll. The same roots that produced bands like The Allman Brothers, Grand Funk Railroad, AC/DC, Lynyrd Skynyrd, and Aerosmith. Tickets start at $49.50. www.Ticketmaster.com
Tom Holland and the Shuffle Kings – Council Oak Bar Stage – 8 p.m.
Tom Holland grew up on Chicago’s south side and was influenced by the city’s rich jazz and blues heritage from a very young age. His father’s love of music and vast record collection was the catalyst for Tom’s love of music, especially blues.
Liquid Soul - Hard Rock Café Stage – 9 p.m.
THE DEFENDERS OF JAZZ, FUNK, AND HIP HOP Grammy Nominated acid jazz pioneers Liquid Soul are a fiery concoction of classy soloists, heavy rhythm merchants and hip-hop cognoscenti.
Saturday, 9/21/2024
An Evening with Priscilla Presley - Hard Rock Live – Doors open at 7 p.m.
An Evening with Priscilla Presley will be filled with magic and memories of what it was really like to be the wife of music phenomenon Elvis Presley. Priscilla will share film clips including wedding footage and private home movies. She will share stories of life at home with Elvis and their daughter Lisa Marie. After the presentation, there will be a live question and answer session. Tickets start at $29.50. www.Ticketmaster.com
DJ Slash – Council Oak Bar Stage – 8 p.m.
Dj Slash began his career as a turntable Dj back in 1983, spinning house, dance music, early hip-hop, and various other genres on 12-inch vinyl.
Tony Ocean and the Main Event Band - Hard Rock Café Stage – 9 p.m.
In 1992, Tony Ocean was discovered when he won runner up prize on the popular TV show Star Search and began his professional career. While Performing, Ocean did a Dean Martin impersonation at one of his shows.
Friday, 9/27/2024
Sheryl Youngblood Band – Council Oak Bar Stage – 8 p.m.
Sheryl started her own Blues band Sheryl Youngblood Blues Band in 2013 A Powerful Vocalist; Drummer; Songwriter; Bandleader; Entertainer. works regularly and travels extensively.
Six Foot Blonde - Hard Rock Café Stage – 9 p.m.
We are Six Foot Blonde! We’re from Bloomington Indiana, and our original music blends indie soul and retro pop with an infectious groove, drawing inspiration from some of our favorite artists like Sammy Rae and Tedeschi Trucks!
Saturday, 9/28/2024
DJ Bobby C – Council Oak Bar Stage – 8 p.m.
DJ Bobby C. is a product of the Chicago house scene getting his start back in the mid 80's. Being so blessed to thrive in such an era of house music, Bobby has been able to build upon that exposure and go on with that knowledge.
Mr. Funnyman Band - Hard Rock Café Stage – 9 p.m.
Mr. Funnyman is the ultimate variety band in Northwest Indiana and Chicagoland performing a wide range of different cover music including but not limited to Micheal Jackson, Pink Floyd, Aretha Franklin, Chicago, ABBA, Bruno Mars, The Beatles, Elton John, Nathaniel Rateliff & the Night Sweats, Leonard Skynyrd, Steely Dan, Johnny Cash, Tom Petty, The Who and dozens of other artists that would make this list too long.
Friday, 10/4/24
Toronzo Cannon – Council Oak Bar Stage – 8 p.m.
“Deep, contemporary Chicago blues…razor-sharp guitar and compelling, forceful singing” — The Chicago Tribune
Hairbangers Ball - Hard Rock Café Stage – 9 p.m.
Hairbanger’s Ball was established out of Chicago in 2001. What started off as a “What If” idea quickly turned this band into one of the most sought after “80’s Hair Rock Tribute Bands” in the United States. Performing over 150 shows a year for 15 years says it all. Their show is in high demand for club venues, private parties, and corporate events. This band has even been named “Best Rock Band” by the public in their hometown of Chicago.
Saturday, 10/5/24
Babyface – Hard Rock Live – Doors open at 7 p.m.
Babyface is a 13-time GRAMMY Award-winning recording artist, songwriter, producer, and one of the most celebrated creative forces in music history. He is the only producer to win the ‘Producer of the Year’ category four times, three times of which was in consecutive years (1995-1997); a record he holds to this day. Kenny is also co-founder of the legendary record label LaFace, which launched the careers of artists like Usher, Toni Braxton, TLC, Outkast, and P!nk. Tickets start at $105.50. www.Ticketmaster.com
DJ Ric Hard – Council Oak Bar Stage – 8 p.m.
A regionally known DJ that’s played almost every major club and spot in Northwest Indiana and Chicagoland.
Too Fighters Tribute to Foo Fighters – Hard Rock Café Stage – 9 p.m.
Too Fighters rocking the Midwest since 2011 bringing Foo Fighter fans the live show experience!
Friday, 10/11/24
Smiley Tillmon Band Featuring Kate Moss – Council Oak Bar Stage – 8 p.m.
One of the busiest blues outfits in Chicagoland, the Smiley Tillmon Band is a guaranteed crowd-pleaser. There’s an obvious reason why the veteran guitarist’s booking schedule is so jam-packed: Smiley knows how to have a good time and makes sure his audience does too. After 55 years on the local blues scene, Tillmon serves up the blues and soul standards that people never seem to stop craving, his rich vocals and fluid guitar backed by a band that keeps his grooves tight and right. He joined forces with bassist Tom Rezetko, and they’ve been inseparable onstage ever since. Kate Moss shares guitar duties with Tillmon. Drummer George Baumann completes one of the Windy City’s toughest blues combos, one that’ll keep you smiling from ear to ear.
The 1985 – Hard Rock Café Stage – 9 p.m.
From South Bend, IN, The 1985 is a five-member retro band, featuring the best of rock, pop, new wave, and metal from the 1980’s! Lights, video, costumes, all come together for an immersive, TOTALLY 80’s experience.
Saturday, 10/12/24
DJ Marquez Antonio – Council Oak Bar Stage – 8 p.m.
Straight from the 312 the birthplace of House Music, Marquez Antonio is known for his selective picks of tracks and blends. Always taking you for a ride on his groove's, he is also Co-Founder of Groove Foundation, as well as Sunday Afternoon Grooves and Eats & Beats Events. A veteran on the wheel of steel (Turntables).
7th Heaven – Hard Rock Café Stage – 9 p.m.
7th heaven is an experience you just have to see and hear! 7th heaven has charted #1 on the Midwest Billboard Charts three times in the past three years. The band has been heard on over 7 radio stations in Chicagoland with their hits: “Beautiful Life”, “This Is Where The Party’s At”, Stoplight”, "Better This Way" and "Sing". Also known for the famous "30 Songs in 30 Minutes" medley of songs from the 70's and 80's, 7th heaven has been an entertainment staple for 36 years. Playing around 200 shows a year, with an average of 100 outdoor events, 7th heaven has earned the right to say ... "We've seen a million faces and rocked them all!"
Friday, 10/18/24
The Black Crowes – Hard Rock Live – Doors open at 7 p.m.
The Black Crowes are leaving the bullshXt in the past. 15 years after their last album of original music, the Robinson Brothers present Happiness Bastards - their 10th studio album. Some may say the project has been several tumultuous years in the making, but we argue it's arriving at just the right time.Tickets start at $99.50. Ticketmaster.com
Sheryl Youngblood Band – Council Oak Bar Stage – 8 p.m.
Sheryl started her own Blues band Sheryl Youngblood Blues Band in 2013 A Powerful Vocalist; Drummer; Songwriter; Bandleader; Entertainer. works regularly and travels extensively.
The Divas – Hard Rock Café Stage – 9 p.m.
The Divas are Chicago’s newest ALL FEMALE FRONTED pop cover group, ready to bring the party with their powerhouse vocals, infectious choreography, electrifying band, and captivating stage presence.
Saturday, 10/19/24
Jagged Edge – Hard Rock Live – Doors open at 7 p.m.
Jagged Edge is an American R&B group; featuring lead singers, identical twins Brandon and Brian Casey “The Casey Boys” (formerly known as Case Dinero and Brasco), born in Hartford, Connecticut on October 13, 1975, Kyle Norman (formerly known as Quick) of Decatur, Georgia born on February 26, 1976 and Richard Wingo (formerly known as “Wingo Dollars” or “Wingo Dollar$”) of College Park, Georgia born on September 3, 1975. Wingo was a late addition to the group, added after Kandi Burruss of Xscape recommended he be added. Tickets start at $69. www.Ticketmaster.com
DJ Dave C – Council Oak Bar Stage – 8 p.m.
Dj Dave C was born and raised in Bucktown/Humboldt Park area in Chicago. He started his love affair with music and the underground culture in the early 80's as a young break dancer. In 1985, he meet one of his best friends and fellow DJ Gabriel "Rock the house".
Hillbilly Rockstarz - Hard Rock Café Stage – 9 p.m.
The musicians in Hillbilly Rockstarz grew up with the love of country and rock n' roll music. Each member brings a unique musical aesthetic to the band and over the years they have grown comfortable with mixing it up! Adding genres and mashing up influences from Pop, Rock, and Dance combined with our high-energy live music keeps our fans dancing all night long. Country music is the band's first love, however as music lovers and people pleasers they will surprise you with something for everybody!
Friday, 10/25/24
Vino Louden – Council Oak Bar Stage – 8 p.m.
Vino Louden is a Chicago Blues Hall of Fame Inductee born in the small town of Hayti, Missouri. Since fronting his own band, Vino Louden Band has played venues locally and abroad, including Buddy Guys Legends, Hollywood Bowl, Windy City Live, House of Blues, Chicago Theater, and in Brazil, France, and Japan. He has recorded with Jimmy Johnson, Buddy Guy, Koko Taylor, Otis Clay, Martin Scorsese Film and his own CD Vino Louden Live. Vino also acts as the bandleader of the “the Queen of the Blues” Koko Taylor. Also, he has worked with acts such as John Lee Hooker, B,B, King, Bonnie Raitt, Robert Cray, Led Zeppelin, Jim Belushi and the Blues Brothers. Vino is currently preparing an acoustic/electric project.
Nate Venturelli – Hard Rock Café Stage – 9 p.m.
Country Singer Songwriter Nate Venturelli is from Northwest Indiana. Nate’s new single "Union Man'' a song written about the story of his grandfather's life growing up to becoming a Union Steelworker has gotten recognition from Union’s around the country, rave reviews, support from fans, and Country Radio. Nate can be heard on Country Radio 105.5 FM from Chicago to South Bend, WIVR Country 101.3 FM, iHeart 98.3 FM, Y Country 97.5 FM, Q Country 102.9 FM, 89.1 FM, AMI Jukebox worldwide, and all streaming platforms. Nate’s performances include Nashville’s strip, Chicago’s top venues, Festivals, Fairs, Casinos, Concerts throughout Indiana, Illinois, Wisconsin, and Michigan. He has been featured in The Entertainer, The Times, The Tribune, NWI Life, and on NBC news.
Saturday, 10/26/24
Theory of a Deadman – Hard Rock Live – Doors open at 6 p.m.
Rock ‘n’ roll needs to hit all the right spots. With sky - high hooks, riffs as thick as a 2x4, rumbling grooves, and a razor - sharp sense of humor, Theory Of A Deadman have quietly persisted as an unapologetic, unbreakable, and undeniable hard rock force with major multi - platinum hits and countless sold out shows in each of the past two decades. Tickets start at $40.50. www.Ticketmaster.com
DJ Nasty Boy Noel – Council Oak Bar Stage – 8 p.m.
My name is Noel Cullen, aka DJ “Nasty Boy” Noel.
Lateralus – Hard Rock Café Stage – 9 p.m.
Originally started as Aenima-Chicago Tool Cover Band in 2002, the band has played countless shows since, perfecting the looks, sounds, and mannerisms of an authentic Tool concert! If you want to experience tool, this is as close as it gets! Following the authenticity of a Tool show, the group carries a large production with video screens, a laser show, and musicianship that is unparalleled. The group has played venues, all across the greater Midwest and other portions of the United States from time to time.