The Beat Eugene Tickets - McDonald Theatre

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The Beat

3 concerts

Formed in Birmingham, England in 1978, the Beat were a key band of the U.K. ska revival. Fronted by Dave Wakeling and Ranking Roger, they blended pop melodies and taut rhythms. Known in North America as the English Beat, their notable albums include I Just Can't Stop It and Special Beat Service.

Adrian Belew

2 concerts

Born in Covington, Kentucky, guitarist Adrian Belew is known for his recognizable style using animal and mechanical noises. He played with Frank Zappa, David Bowie, Talking Heads, and King Crimson, released solo albums like The Lone Rhino, and collaborated with Les Claypool and Danny Carey.

Tony Levin

2 concerts

Boston-born bass virtuoso Tony Levin is best known for his work with Peter Gabriel and King Crimson. A prolific session musician, Levin played on classic albums by Lou Reed and Paul Simon, mastered the Chapman Stick, and invented Funk Fingers. He released his solo debut World Diary in 1996.

Steve Vai

4 concerts

Grammy-winning rock guitarist Steve Vai was born in New York in 1960 and rose to prominence playing with Frank Zappa, David Lee Roth, and Whitesnake. A renowned virtuoso, Vai established a successful solo career with acclaimed albums like Passion and Warfare and collaborated with numerous diverse artists.

Danny Carey

Danny Carey, born in Lawrence, Kansas, is the Grammy-winning drummer for the progressive metal band Tool. Renowned for intricate polyrhythms and odd time signatures, his style blends progressive rock, heavy metal, and jazz fusion. He has contributed to albums like Tool's "Fear Inoculum" and collaborated with artists such as Adrian Belew and Carole King. Carey is celebrated for his unique, dynamic approach to drumming.