National artists are set to hit the stage in Fort Myers with a plan to give back to local charities.
“These guys have played for five and six decades over the years” said Kim Reilly, Owner of Seaside management. “We kind of formed this band with some of the former Grammy musicians and players and former musicians who produce, sang and wrote for Chicago and as well as Earth, Wind & Fire.”
The February 9 concert will feature hits from Chicago and Earth Wind & Fire. Reilly told Fox 4’s Briana Brownlee this a unique concert because these are the original artists and not a cover band.
“Keep in mind they are basically from the 70s when we had such iconic bands and still have such followings,” said Fort Myers Mayor Kevin Anderson. “We expect not just local people, but for people to travel here.”
“The minority is actually the national artist. The majority of concerts that are being done are tribute shows, tributing to these guys,” Reilly said. “These bands that are actually produced and created it they’re leaving us, some are dying off.”