Born in Scotland, Hay moved with his family as a teenager to Australia, where he first came to international fame with seminal ’80s hitmakers Men At Work. While the band would reach the heights of stardom—they took home a GRAMMY Award for Best New Artist and sold more than 30 million records worldwide on the strength of #1 singles like “Who Can It Be Now?” and “Down Under”—by 1985, they’d called it quits and gone their separate ways. Hay released his solo debut the following year and, over the course of the next three-and-a-half decades, went on to record twelve more critically acclaimed studio albums that would help establish him as one of his generation’s most hardworking and reliable craftsmen. Rolling Stone praised his “witty, hooky pop” tunes, while NPR’s World Café lauded his “distinctive voice,” and late night hosts from David Letterman and Craig Ferguson to Jimmy Fallon and Jimmy Kimmel have all welcomed him for performances.

Aaron Lewis, the Vermont-born powerhouse first found success with Staind – the 2000s-era hard rockers who injected meditative muscle into an era better known for mindless aggression. But while that band is still very much alive, it was never enough to satisfy Lewis’ creative drive. Embracing his roots to earn a rare second round of success, a series of solo Country projects have led to two No. 1 Billboard Country Album debuts – TOWN LINE (2011) and SINNER (2016) – plus a PLATINUM collab with heroes George Jones and Charlie Daniels (“Country Boy”), and a GOLD-certified Billboard No. 1 with “Am I The Only One” in 2021. Lewis’ 2022 solo album followed suit, with FRAYED AT BOTH ENDS emerging as the best-selling Country album in America but he never wrote songs for the stats. No matter the sonic setting, Lewis writes and sings to get his truth out and his latest album THE HILL (2024) is no different.

Are you ready to experience Hanson like never before? With chart-topping hits like MMMBop, MMMBop – Single Version and Save Me and 510K+ devoted fans, expect an unforgettable performance featuring all your favorite songs and some surprises you’ve never heard before. So, if you’re discovering Hanson for the first time, this show will blow your mind.
2.4M+ fans stream their music monthly, Hanson has viral singles in every playlist and are at the peak of their career. If you’re a long-time fan or just love the buzz, this show will be one for the books.
Hanson has been setting the stage on fire with performances that leave fans begging for more. With an incredible setlist and live versions of your favorite songs, you’ll leave with stories to tell (and maybe a few epic selfies)

Jason Scheff, longtime lead singer of the band CHICAGO, and Tommy DeCarlo, former lead singer of the band BOSTON, team up for a night of unforgettable classic rock music spanning the 70’s, 80’s and 90’s. This musical tribute features two great sets of classic hits with the timeless ballads of CHICAGO and the guitar-driven rock music of BOSTON. Over 15 million fans have attended a live CHICAGO or a live BOSTON concert over a thirty-two-year span featuring either Jason or Tommy’s signature high-tenor lead vocals.  Jason Scheff joined CHICAGO in 1985 as lead singer/songwriter/bass player and went on to perform thousands of live concerts spanning four decades during a non-stop touring and recording career with the band. Jason contributed vocals, bass, keyboards, and songwriting, spanning 18 CHICAGO albums and 98 songs, including lead vocals on the 1986 #3 Billboard Hot 100 chart hit single “Will You Still Love Me?”. Tommy DeCarlo joined BOSTON in 2008 after the passing of Brad Delp in 2007, and has been the lead singer on every BOSTON tour thereafter, including 2008, 2012, 2014, 2015, 2016, and the latest in 2017. In 2013, Tommy sang four songs on BOSTON’s sixth and latest studio album, Life, Love & Hope, including the title track. Don’t miss these two great lead singers along with a top band of touring professionals, which includes; Steve Ferlazzo (Avril Lavigne) keyboards/vocals/music director, August Zadra (Dennis DeYoung) lead guitar/vocals, Steve Fekete (America) lead guitar/vocals, Mike Morales (Dennis DeYoung) drums, Tommy DeCarlo Jr lead guitar/vocals, and JJo Oberle (Sarah McLachlan) bass/vocals.

Juan Fernando Velasco stands as Ecuador’s most influential pop artist of the past 25 years. A two-time Latin Grammy nominee, Emmy winner and holder of dozens of gold and platinum certifications for exceptional sales, Velasco has cemented his status as his country’s foremost musical ambassador, both at home and abroad.
Since embarking on his solo career in 1999 with the release of his debut album, he has consistently dominated the charts. Signature hits such as “Para que no me olvides,” “Déjame,” “Chao Lola,” “Hoy que no estás,” “Dicen,” “Nunca” and “Tú no me perteneces” have resonated across generations, becoming personal anthems for fans everywhere. His concept albums—Con toda el alma and Misquilla, which celebrates Ecuadorian pasillos—alongside his latest record, POPular, a collection of his greatest hits reimagined in contemporary pop arrangements, have each shattered sales and airplay records.
A sought-after collaborator, Velasco has recorded with luminaries including Franco de Vita, Fonseca, Andrés Cepeda, Gilberto Santa Rosa, José Luis Rodríguez “El Puma” and Noel Schajris, among many others.
His most recent project, Julio Eterno, pays homage to the immortal Julio Jaramillo, one of Latin America’s greatest romantic voices. Leveraging cutting-edge audio restoration technology, the original recordings of Jaramillo—who would have celebrated his 90th birthday this year—were meticulously revived and blended with Velasco’s own vocals. Produced by multi-Grammy winner Andrés Castro, Julio Eterno presents five newly crafted duets and has been available on all streaming platforms since May 16.

21st Century Artists has presented The Concert: A Tribute to ABBA, the ultimate ABBA tribute show throughout North America, for well over 20 years. The audience and press all agree – “This is the closest to ABBA you’ll ever get!” The Concert: A Tribute to ABBA continues to be the top ABBA tribute group in the world, dazzling all who see with their fantastic performance while playing the most iconic hits, including “Mamma Mia,” “S.O.S,” “Money, Money, Money,” “Knowing Me, Knowing You,” “Waterloo,” “Gimme, Gimme, Gimme” and “Dancing Queen.”
COME DANCE, COME SING AND HAVE THE TIME OF YOUR LIFE!

Opening Act: DJ Ralph Mercado
Join us for an electrifying performance by Grupo Mania. Known for their vibrant and energetic performances, Grupo Mania infuses the audience with the joy of Latin music. The band creates an atmosphere filled with energy and passion. Expect to be captivated by their lively music and to witness talented musicians bringing traditional and contemporary Latin rhythms to life.

Blues Traveler was formed in 1987 by singer/harmonica player John Popper, guitarist Chan Kinchla, bassist Bobby Sheehan, and drummer Brendan Hill; the band was part of a revival of the extended jamming style of ’60s and ’70s groups like the Grateful Dead and Led Zeppelin. Blues Traveler were on the vanguard of the jam band scene of the 1990s, the first of their generation to sign to a major label, and one of a handful to experience genuine commercial success when the naggingly catchy “Run-Around” went into the Billboard Top Ten in 1995. By that point, Blues Traveler had already carved themselves a place within the firmament of modern rock, earning a loyal audience through their sweaty improvs of blues-based rock and coalescing their peers by launching the H.O.R.D.E. Festival in 1992. One of several Lollapalooza-inspired touring fests, H.O.R.D.E. illustrated the large audience for jam bands and helped push Blues Traveler toward the top of the charts with their 1994 album Four going platinum six times. They didn’t stay in the upper reaches of Billboard for long, but they never faded away. They worked steadily throughout the 2000s and beyond, sometimes experimenting — 2015’s Blow Up the Moon was littered with unexpected cameos — but always returning to the blues as their foundation, a debt underscored by the 2021 blues covers album Traveler’s Blues.

EagleMania has been dazzling audiences for over a decade by spectacularly reproducing the music of The Eagles. EagleMania thrills internationally sold-out audiences with their stunning five part harmony, virtuoso guitar work and uncanny ability to emulate the distinct sound of The Eagles. The EagleMania show consists of the Eagles’ greatest hits, as well as select Don Henley, Glenn Frey, and Joe Walsh solo efforts. If you like The Eagles you simply must experience the world’s greatest Eagles Tribute, EagleMania!

Experience Sam Raimi’s beloved horror classic Evil Dead like never before. The screening of the legendary cult film in a newly restored format is brought to life on stage as a live ensemble performs the entire original musical score from composer Joe LoDuca.
Evil Dead follows five college students on vacation in an isolated cabin in the woods, where they unwittingly release absolute evil into the world and have to fight to survive. LoDuca’s score is orchestral but experimental, blending eerie strings, pounding percussion, and screeching sound effects to emphasize dread and supernatural chaos.
The film is rated NC-17 for substantial graphic horror violence and gore. The audience is restricted to 18+.

JESUS “AGUAJE” RAMOS (born 1951) is a Cuban trombonist, composer, arranger and musical director. He is best known as the original orchestra leader, composer and trombonist of The Buena Vista Social Club. He has also served long stints in world class ensembles Estrellas de Areito and Afro-Cuban Allstars. His musical journey and history is brought into focus throughout the critically acclaimed 1999 documentary “Buena Vista Social Club” Ramos performed on the World Circuit recordings of The Buena Vista Social Club and Afro-Cuban Allstars and the solo albums of Ibrahim Ferrer, Ruben Gonzales and Omara Portuondo. He was Gonzales’s musical director and has been touring extensively since 1997 with various Buena Vista Social Club projects. He was a prominent member and musical director of the renowned Orquesta Buena Vista Social Club, which brought the music of the original Buena Vista Social Club back into international prominence during the incredibly successful ‘Adios’ Tour from 2014-2016. The Buena Vista Orchestra, under the direction of Ramos and featuring key players from throughout the history of The Buena Vista Social Club, continued the legacy of the legendary group in 2024 with an exciting new stage production and repertoire pulled from the greatest hits (many of which Ramos composed) and deep-dive cuts. The group embarked on a massive tour across the USA starting in September 2024, spending 3 months on the road and playing for thousands of fans new and old. Their adventure culminated in the release of USA TOUR 2024 – 12 LIVE RECORDINGS on SSK Records, the first time in decades the group’s music will be available on CD and vinyl. To date, The Buena Vista Social Club and related projects have global sales that stand at over fifty million, making it the biggest-selling Cuban music project in history. As one critic put it, Buena Vista has become “world music’s equivalent of The Dark Side of the Moon.” THE BUENA VISTA ORCHESTRA 2025 JESUS “AGUAJE” RAMOS – Trombone, Vocals LORENA RAMOS DIAZ – Trombone, Vocals GEIDY CHAPMAN – Vocals YURI TEJADA RODRIGUEZ – Vocals AMAURY TAMAYO – Trumpet, Vocals ANDY ABAD ACOSTA – Piano FABIAN GARCIA – Bass ANTONIO RUBIO BORAYO – Timbal, Percussion LUIS “BETUN” MARIANO VALIENTE MARIN – Congas, Bongo

Based in Lindenhurst, NY, Appetite for Destruction, the ultimate Guns N’ Roses experience, have been performing the music of Guns N’ Roses for over twenty-five years, selling out venues throughout the northeast. They have performed on stage with special guest and current G N’ R keyboardist Dizzy Reed, they’ve twice played on the same bill as ex-G N’ R guitarist Gilby Clarke, and they headlined at BB King’s in Times Square for nearly ten years. Appetite has also appeared at the prestigious Paramount in Huntington, NY, headlining this venue more than five times, as well as the Starland Ballroom in Sayreville, NJ, headlining there four times.
Appetite delivers the definitive Guns N’ Roses show, performing all the hit singles, rock radio staples and G N’ R fan favorites with acute attention to detail. Their catalog of Guns N’ Roses songs is unsurpassed, as is their two plus decade long career of bringing G N’ R to the masses.
You may not get to see the entire classic Guns N’ Roses lineup live, but you can surely get your Guns and satisfy your Appetite for all things G N’ R with Appetite for Destruction.

Prepare for an unforgettable night of blues and soul as the Robert Cray Band takes the stage at bergenPAC. Robert Cray is known for his captivating guitar work and soulful voice. He has spent over five decades redefining American music, blending the essence of blues, soul, and rock into an electrifying sound that’s uniquely his own. From the moment he saw The Beatles on TV, Robert was inspired to pick up a guitar. Then, after experiencing Jimi Hendrix perform in Seattle, Robert Cray has been on a path to becoming one of American music’s most distinctive artists. His music continues to revitalize genres and captivate audiences around the world. Whether you’re a long-term fan or new to his artistry, the Robert Cray Band promises to bring an evening of incredible live music you won’t want to miss.

The moment has arrived! Styx, the multi-platinum architects of some of rock’s most enduring anthems, are bringing their electrifying 2025 Tour to the historic bergenPAC stage. Prepare for an unforgettable night where decades of classic rock mastery collide with thrilling new energy.
For over five decades, Styx has defined a genre, seamlessly blending progressive rock grandeur with irresistible hard-hitting melodies. Get ready to sing along at the top of your lungs to the timeless hits that are the soundtrack of generations: the soaring “Come Sail Away,” the defiant “Renegade,” the unforgettable “Mr. Roboto,” “Blue Collar Man,” “Too Much Time on My Hands,” and so many more. These aren’t just songs; they’re rock ‘n’ roll milestones.
But this isn’t just a nostalgia trip! The 2025 setlist promises a dynamic fusion of these iconic classics alongside exciting brand-new tracks. Witness the band’s legendary sound, powered by a perfect blend of original legends and dynamic new talent, delivering that signature Styx power with fresh vitality. Don’t miss your chance to sail away with Styx! Secure your seats for this iconic night at bergenPAC.

Every purchased ticket receives a copy of the book From the World of Percy Jackson: The Court of the Dead. The event will be a conversation with Rick and Mark, no moderator and will include an audience Q&A. Ticket buyers will receive a signed copy of for Court of the Dead with purchase.
Rick Riordan, dubbed “storyteller of the gods” by Publishers Weekly, is the author of five #1 New York Times best-selling middle grade series with millions of copies sold throughout the world: Percy Jackson and the Olympians, The Heroes of Olympus, and the Trials of Apollo, based on Greek and Roman mythology; the Kane Chronicles, based on Ancient Egyptian mythology; and Magnus Chase and the Gods of Asgard, based on Norse mythology. Rick collaborated with illustrator John Rocco on two #1 New York Times best-selling collections of Greek myths for the whole family: Percy Jackson’s Greek Gods and Percy Jackson’s Greek Heroes. Rick is also the publisher of an imprint at Disney-Hyperion, Rick Riordan Presents, dedicated to finding other authors of highly entertaining fiction based on world cultures and mythologies. He lives in Boston, Massachusetts with his wife and two sons.
Mark Oshiro (they/them) is the author of the young adult books Anger Is a Gift, winner of the 2019 Schneider Family Book Award, and Each of Us A Desert, an NPR Best Book of 2020. Their middle grade books include The Insiders, a Publishers Weekly Best Book of the Year; and You Only Live Once, David Bravo. Mark also contributed a short story to the Star Wars anthology Empire Strikes Back: From a Certain Point of View. When not writing, they are trying to achieve their life goal of petting every dog in the world. Mark is based in Atlanta, Georgia.

Willy Chirino returns with his album “Sigo Pa’ Lante.” The release of the album, Chirino’s first since 2008, coincides with the celebration of his 50th anniversary of artistic career. On this album you will find collaborations with Gilberto Santa Rosa, Lissette, Leoni Torres, Jesse Chirino, Chacal, El Micha, Lenier, Srta Dayana and Osmani Garcia.

Years from now when it’s all said and done, music historians will surely debate the contributions of those who majorly impacted the genre of R&B. Icons guaranteed to be mentioned are industry stalwarts such as The Temptations, The Four Tops, The O’Jays, The Jackson Five, New Edition, Guy, Jodeci, and Boyz II Men. However, any list that does not include the incomparable Dru Hill is grossly inaccurate. The torch bearers responsible for carrying R&B music into the new millennium was the labor of love for four immensely talented young singers who were andremainn the quintessential example of superior entertainers. From their first single, “Tell Me” (what you want), Dru Hill has been giving fans what they need in the form of numerous classic love ballads and infectious dance songs that have provided countless beautiful memories for millions upon millions of music lovers the world over. Named after a popular Baltimore p#=ark, Dru Hill is comprised of “NOKIO”, “SISQO”, “SMOKE”, and “BLACK”. In a career that spans over two decades, Dru Hill, under the steadfast leadership of their long-time and trusted manager Kevin Peck, has #ccomplished literally everything #n R&B/Pop group could dream of achieving. From having a string of Top 40 #1 hit singles, multiplatinum selling albums, movie and television appearances, headlining sold out concert tours around the world, to selling an eye-popping 40 million records worldwide, their star power has never been in question. Proof of their immense global following was most evident when their reality show entitled “Keith Sweat’s Platinum House” became the highest rated series in the Centric network’s history, proving their critics wrong that even after a significant #bsence from the public eye, fans still can’t get enough of Dru Hill. With a music library fit for royalty, boasting some of the biggest selling #nd most popular R&B songs of all time to include “Tell Me”, “5 Steps”, “In My Bed”, “Never Make a Promise”, “How Deep Is Your Love”, “These are the Times”, and “We’re Not Making Love No More”, they #re considered by many music experts to be key players that helped to define the 90’s. Additionally, the group’s music has helped tremendously to bolster the sale of movies #nd soundtracks with their songs often having been the lead single for blockbuster films like “Eddie” starring Academy Award-winning actress Whoopi Goldberg (Tell Me), “How to be a Player” starring comedian Bill Bellamy (She’s a Bad Mama Jama), “Rush Hour” starring Jackie Chan and Chris Tucker (How Deep is Your Love), Wild Wild West starring meg# superstar Will Smith (Wild Wild West), and “Soul Food” starring former Miss America Vanessa Williams (We’re Not Making Love No More). Since welcoming newest members, Playaʼs Smoke and Black in 2018, the group has only risen to new levels of greatness. Lending their incredible singing range to the highly #nticip#ted sixth studio album, Second Coming, Playa adds another dimension of sound to the already-immaculate harmony that Dru Hill is renowned for, while the timeless sounds of its founding members remain in perfect sync. Nokioʼs genius as a songwriter, producer, #nd singer continues to elevate while SisQoʼs musical brilliance shines brighter with every performance! As the ever-dynamic quartet gears up to release their new album, itʼs clear that theyʼve just gotten started. In celebration of their journey thus far, the group has exciting surprises in store for its expanding fan base everywhere. Between recording new material #nd continuously performing at sold-out venues around the globe for a whole new generation of adoring fans, Dru Hill continues to solidify its legacy as one of the greatest groups of all time.