Legendary Rock Band Chicago to Play State Theatre, 5/19

Chicago, the legendary rock band with a stellar horn section, known for such megahits as "Saturday in the Park," "Does Anybody Really Know What Time It Is?" and "If you Leave Me Now," returns to Hennepin Theatre Trust's State Theatre at 7:30 p.m. on Tuesday, May 19, 2015, after last year's sold-out concert. The first American rock band to chart Top 40 albums in six decades, Chicago has sold more than 100 million records in their enduring career and are Billboard's highest charting American band of all time. From the signature sound of their Chicago horns, iconic vocalists and a few dozen ever-classic songs, this band's concerts are celebrations. Tickets go on sale at 10 a.m. on Friday, Jan. 16. To purchase tickets and for more information, visit HennepinTheatreTrust.org or call 1.800.982.2787.

Last year, the band released a record of new studio tracks, "NOW" CHICAGO xxVI, on Frontiers Records that includes 11 brand new songs. The album was largely recorded on the road using a new system called "The Rig," a fully mobile, flexible and powerful recording studio. They have even created an online collaboration tool that allows performances to be worked on around the clock from remote locations.

The band line-up includes original members Robert Lamm on keyboards/vocals, Lee Loughnane on trumpet, James Pankow on trombone and Walt Parazaider on woodwinds as well as Jason Scheff on bass/vocals, Tris Imboden on drums, Keith Howland on guitar, Lou Pardini on keyboards/vocals, and Walfredo Reyes, Jr. on percussion.

Chicago's album, "Chicago Transit Authority," was inducted into the Grammy Hall Of Fame in 2014 and the band performed on the Grammy stage for the first time with nominee Robin Thicke. The band's lifetime achievements include a Grammy Award, multiple American Music Awards, a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame and a Chicago street dedicated in their honor. Record sales include 21 Top Ten singles, five consecutive Number One albums, 11 Number One singles and five gold singles. An incredible 25 of their 36 albums have been certified platinum and the band has a total of 47 gold and platinum awards. Chicago has toured for 47 consecutive years, never missing a concert date.

Chicago will perform at 7:30 p.m. on Tuesday, May 19, 2015 at the State Theatre (805 Hennepin Ave., Minneapolis). Tickets range from $68.50 to $83.50 depending on seating preference. There are a limited number of Gold Circle tickets available for $130. All prices include applicable facility fees. Additional service charges may apply. Tickets may be purchased in person (no service fees) at the State Theatre Box Office, online at HennepinTheatreTrust.org, by calling 1.800.982.2787 or visiting a Ticketmaster Center.

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