With more Top 10 hits than Journey, as many as Fleetwood Mac, and ten multi-platinum albums, FOREIGNER is widely acclaimed as one of the most popular rock acts in the world with a formidable musical arsenal that continues to propel sold-out tours and album sales, now over 80 million.

Responsible for some of rock ‘n’ roll’s most enduring anthems, including ‘Juke Box Hero’, ‘Cold As Ice’, ‘Hot Blooded’, ‘Waiting For A Girl Like You’, ‘Feels Like The First Time ‘, ‘Urgent’, ‘Head Games’, ‘Say You Will’ and the worldwide #1 hit ‘I Want To Know What Love Is’, FOREIGNER is still topping the charts with massive airplay after over 40 years in the game and a follow-up Billboard ‘Top 200’ album success. FOREIGNER’s hits streams are over 15 million per week.

Kool & the Gang, officially launched in 1969. Thanks to iconic songs such as Celebration, Cherish, Jungle Boogie, Summer Madness and Open Sesame, they have two Grammy Awards, seven American Music Awards, 25 Top Ten R&B hits, 9 Top Ten pop hits and 31 gold and platinum albums. From Nairobi to Newark, Kool & the Gang have performed continuously for longer than any R&B group in history, and their bulletproof funk and jazzy arrangements have also made them the most sampled R&B band of all time. A reviewer recently called their performance “a 24-carat show” and every year, even after half a century on the road, it delivers a non-stop schedule of shows around the world. The group continues to delight fans around the world with their timeless hits and amazing live performances. For information and tour dates: www.koolandthegang.com

Following OZZY OSBOURNE’s two (2) 2023 Grammy Awards for “Best Rock Album” (his first-ever win in the category) and “Best Metal Performance” from his hugely successful and critically acclaimed PATIENT NUMBER 9 album (Epic Records), he is now aiming his sights set on induction into the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame in 2024. OSBOURNE has earned a solo induction for his nearly six-decade career in music (Black Sabbath was inducted in 2006). This honor makes OZZY one of the few artists with multiple inductions into the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame.

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Zakk Wylde is a celebrated American musician, known for his work as the lead guitarist for Ozzy Osbourne and as the founder of Black Label Society. His early fascination with rock and heavy metal led to a career characterized by ferocious guitar work and a distinct style. Wylde joined Ozzy Osbourne’s band in 1987 and rose to prominence for his heavy riffs and searing solos, which contributed significantly to the metal scene. In 1998, he founded Black Label Society, blending heavy metal with Southern rock and further cementing his status as a metal icon through numerous critically acclaimed albums.

Wylde’s musical style, influenced by legends like Tony Iommi and Randy Rhoads, features aggressive picking, pinch harmonics and a melodic sensibility. Recognized for his technical mastery and emotional depth, he remains an important figure in the guitar community. In addition to his professional achievements, Wylde is known for his grounded personality and dedication to his family. His legacy in heavy metal, marked by his signature bullseye guitars and influential music, continues to inspire musicians and fans alike.