Charles Runnells

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The Steve Miller Band returns to Southwest Florida this October for more "Jungle Love,” “Abracadabra" and other pop-rock hits. Hertz Arena announced the show this week. Tickets go on sale at 10 a.m. May 9. Presales start May 6 for qualifying buyers. The Steve Miller Band is known for its string of hits in the '70s and '80s, including “The Joker,” "Jungle Love,” “Abracadabra,” “Rock’n Me,” “Fly Like An Eagle" and “Take The Money and Run.”They last performed in Southwest Florida in December 2023.

1 week ago | naplesnews.com | Charles Runnells

Country music star Riley Green has added more dates to his Damn Country Music Tour, including a stop at Hertz Arena in Estero, Florida on August 7th. The tour comes after a successful year for Green, including sold-out shows, ACM Award nominations, and gold certifications for several songs. Tickets for the Hertz Arena show go on sale May 9th, with presales starting May 6th for fan club members.

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Bad Company will be inducted into the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame, but only the original lineup is included, excluding later singer Brian Howe. Howe replaced original singer Paul Rodgers in 1986 and led the band to success for eight years, co-writing hits like "Holy Water" and "If You Needed Somebody."Fans and friends of Howe are disappointed by the Rock Hall's decision, arguing that his contribution to Bad Company's history is significant and deserves recognition.

2 weeks ago | naplesnews.com | Charles Runnells

Southwest Florida Symphony is closing after 64 years, citing rising costs and declining interest in classical music. The symphony's musicians blame mismanagement and a lack of community engagement for the closure. The musicians' union is calling for new leadership and community support to revive the orchestra. Disagreements exist regarding the viability of classical music and the reasons for the symphony's financial struggles.

2 weeks ago | naplesnews.com | Charles Runnells

Fort Myers' Southwest Florida Symphony will close permanently at the end of June after 64 years. The orchestra cites rising costs, a lack of cost-effective venues, and increased competition as reasons for closure. The closure coincides with the departure of longtime CEO Amy Ginsburg and follows the 2024 resignation of music director Radu Paponiu. (This is a developing story and will be updated)After 64 years, Fort Myers’ Southwest Florida Symphony is calling it quits.