‘America’ Reschedules Sioux Falls Concert
UPDATE: (3/21/2020)
Due to the current global health crisis, the upcoming America concert on Thursday, April 23rd, 2020 has been rescheduled to Thursday, February 11, 2021. Previously purchased tickets will be honored for the rescheduled show. For those unable to attend the rescheduled date, refunds will be made available at point of purchase.
“In an effort to do our part to help slow the spread of the coronavirus among our fans and the country at large, the band America has made the decision to postpone shows booked for the coming weeks. We will do everything possible to reschedule when feasible. We encourage everyone to stay informed and follow the advice of the medical community to keep themselves healthy at this time.” - Gerry Beckley and Dewey Bunnell of AMERICA.
The group who were cornerstones of rock radio in the 70s, America, is celebrating 50 years with a concert in the Washington Pavilion on April 23, 2020.
Tickets start at $36.50 plus applicable fees and are on sale now. You can get tickets here.
America's best-known tunes, which also include, A horse With No Name, I Need You, Ventura Highway, Tin Man, Lonely People, and Sister Golden Hair scored a Grammy Award in 1972 for Best New Artists. Their success quickly soared with a platinum album and one gold record in the early 70s.
America remains the founders and vocalists after 50 years: Gerry Beckley – lead and backing vocals, keyboards, guitars, bass, harmonica (1970–present) and Dewey Bunnell - lead and backing vocals, guitars, percussion.
In 2012, America was given a gold star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame for their contributions to music.