Eat to the Beat Concert Series
Musical entertainment pairs perfectly with culinary fun during the nightly
Eat to the Beat concert series. Enjoy a varied lineup of classic rock, soul,
R&B, pop and swing hit-makers during the Epcot International Food & Wine
Festival, September 28 through November 12, 2012.Location: America Gardens Theatre at World Showcase
Show Times: Daily at 5:30 p.m., 6:45 p.m. and 8:00 p.m.
Please note that Epcot Theme Park admission is required. Entertainment is subject to change without notice. All songs listed below are for artist recognition only and may not be included in the playlist.
Night Ranger
Dates: September 28 – 30, 2012
"Sister Christian"
An American rock band, Night Ranger rose to popularity during the 1980s with
hard rock hits like the power ballad "Sister Christian," which reached #5 on the
Billboard Top 10 list in 1984."Sister Christian"
Sugar Ray
Dates: October 1 – 3, 2012
"Fly"
After rising to fame in 1997 with the release of "Fly," Sugar Ray gave rock
music a pop twist. Fronted by singer Mark McGrath, the band's sunnier sounds
marked a shift from the grunge music trend of the 1990s. "Fly"
STARSHIP starring Mickey Thomas
Dates: October 4 – 7, 2012
"We Built This City"
Starship topped the charts in the 1980s with hits like "We Built This City."
Today, the band is revamped—led by 30-year Starship veteran Mickey Thomas—and
performs the multiplatinum hits of its predecessors. "We Built This City"
Boyz II Men
Dates: October 8 – 10, 2012
"End of the Road"
Most popular in the 1990s for their ballads and a capella harmonies—like "End
of the Road"—Boyz II Men is considered the most successful R&B group of all
time, having sold more than 60 million albums worldwide. "End of the Road"
Smash Mouth – NEW!
Dates: October 11 & 12, 2012
"Walking on the Sun"
Smash Mouth topped the music charts with hits like "Walkin' on the Sun" and
"All Star." Their 1960s surf and garage influences combine with modern pop
sounds—for a sound that's often described as a "non-stop party.""Walking on the Sun"
Javier Colon, winner of The Voice – NEW!
Dates: October 13 & 14, 2012
"A Drop in the Ocean"
With his spellbinding voice and acoustic-soul style, Javier Colon shot to
stardom after winning the first season of the hit NBC show The Voice.
His captivating stage presence has won him millions of fans
worldwide."A Drop in the Ocean"
Air Supply
Dates: October 15 – 17, 2012
"Lost in Love"
For more than 30 years, Air Supply has entertained with soft rock hits, like
"Lost in Love." This Australian duo went on to even greater worldwide
success—and had 8 Top Ten hits in the U.S. in the 1980s!"Lost in Love"
Gin Blossoms
Dates: October 18 & 19, 2012
"Hey Jealousy"
A popular pop rock band of the 1990s and today, the Gin Blossoms have
produced several hits, including "Hey Jealousy"."Hey Jealousy"
Survivor
Dates: October 20 & 21, 2012
"Eye of the Tiger"
For more than 30 years, Survivor has entertained audiences with a string of
rock and classic rock hits, including "Eye of the Tiger," the popular song from
the Rocky III soundtrack."Eye of the Tiger"
Hanson
Dates: October 22 & 23, 2012
"Give a Little"
A trio of brothers, Hanson first gained popularity with their pop hits in the
late 1990s, including "I Will Come to You." Since then, their style has
evolved—evident in their 2011 rock single "Give a Little.""Give a Little"
The Pointer Sisters
Dates: October 24 & 25, 2012
"He's So Shy"
This R&B recording act achieved mainstream success during the 1970s and
1980s. For more than 3 decades, these sisters have entertained with soulful hits
such as "Slow Hand.""He's So Shy"
Sister Hazel
Dates: October 26 – 28, 2012
"All For You"
This alternative rock band from Gainesville, Florida gained popularity with
such hits as "All For You." Their music blends elements of pop, Southern rock
and a capella—for a sound that offers multi-generational appeal."All For You"
Billy Ocean
Dates: October 29 – 31, 2012
"Caribbean Queen"
The most popular British-based R&B singer of the early 1980s, Billy Ocean
is known for such hits as "Caribbean Queen." His tunes topped charts in Britain,
the U.S. and beyond."Caribbean Queen"
.38 Special
Dates: November 1 & 2, 2012
"Hold On Loosely"
For more than 30 years, this Southern rock band has entertained with such
hits as "Hold On Loosely." Their unique brand of music blends 'muscle and
melody' into classic rock entertainment."Hold On Loosely"
Howard Jones LIVE
Dates: November 3 & 4, 2012
"No One Is To Blame"
This Welsh musician regularly topped the charts in the mid-1980s with such
hits as "No One Is To Blame." His synthpop style merged the technology-heavy
sounds of new wave with the cheery pop sounds of the late 1960s.
"No One Is To Blame"
Blues Traveler – NEW!
Dates: November 5 & 6,
2012
"Run-Around"
After more than 20 years, this blues-rock band is still drawing crowds with
high-energy, spontaneous live shows. Their best-known single, "Run-Around," was
the longest-charting radio single in Billboard history. "Run-Around"
Dennis DeYoung, original member of STYX – NEW!
Dates: November 7 & 8, 2012
"Come Sail Away"
Dennis DeYoung is a founding member of the rock group Styx, with hits such as
"Mr. Roboto" and "Babe." As a top-selling solo artist, he's recorded 7 albums,
and written and performed many songs for TV, film and Broadway."Come Sail Away"
Big Bad Voodoo Daddy
Dates: November 9 – 12, 2012
"Go Daddy-O"
A contemporary swing revival band from southern California, this band gained
popularity in the late 1990s for such hits as "Go Daddy-O"—and even performed at
the Super Bowl half-time show in 1999!"Go Daddy-O"
