Experience Gary U.S. Bonds, an American R&B and rock and roll singer. Join this legend as he rocks the stage, performing his hits such as “New Orleans,” “Quarter To Three,” and “Twist, Twist Senora.” Come and listen to Gary U.S. Bonds & His Roadhouse Rockers as they perform past hits, new songs, and some rockin’ blues. The performance will be held on Saturday, February 16, 2013 at 8:00pm at the Center for the Arts (CFA) Williamson Theatre. Tickets are $26 and $23 and can be purchased in person, by phone, by mail, and online through the CFA Box Office, 2800 Victory Boulevard, 1P-113, Staten Island. Hours: Monday-Friday, 9:00am to 4:00pm; Saturday, noon to 3:00pm; 718.982.ARTS (2787).
Gary U.S. Bonds is famed in the U.S., achieving his breakthrough with the release of “New Orleans” at age 19. The follow-up was the now legendary party record “Quarter To Three,”–a number-one hit with a spirit and energy that would eventually inspire and influence a generation.
In the 1960s, Gary U.S. Bonds helped define an era of party music. In the 1980s, his records with Bruce Springsteen and Miami Steve reminded us of his influence, passion, and expressive voice. Like clockwork, 20 years later, Gary arrived with a new CD of contemporary blues entitled Back in 20. This earned him “comeback of the year” honors from the Blues Foundation. Today, with the release of his newest CD, Let Them Talk, Gary continues to bring his never-ending tour to rapturous audiences.
Music critics know Gary U.S. Bonds as “a wonderful performer.” According to Rolling Stone magazine, Gary U.S Bonds has a unique and expressive voice, “some of America’s best rock and roll.”
Gary tours with his group, the very highly regarded and powerful, Roadhouse Rockers, performing his hits, some new songs, some rockin’ R&B, and generally thrilling all audiences. Find out more about Gary U.S. Bonds & His Roadhouse Rockers online.