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Tour the Apollo Theater in Harlem

If there's one place that Harlem is known for, it's the historic Apollo Theater in Harlem.

Seeing a show here, especially attending Amateur Night at the Apollo, is something we think everyone visiting New York City should consider - it's a unique and memorable thing to do.

Some of our local guides have gone more than once -- it's just that much fun! (Read about getting tickets below ).

We also know how great this experience is from members of our popular NYC Travel Tips Facebook group with over 200k members.

We stop by the Apollo on our pay-what-you-wish guided tour of Harlem but we don't go inside.

If you want to see the inside and hear about the music and entertainment showcased here for nearly a century, you can take a tour with the resident historian!

Below we go over the tour information, and we share tips on planning your visit and getting tickets for performances.

• A Brief History of The Apollo
• Tours of the Apollo
• Tickets for Shows
• Plan Your Visit
• Legends Who Have Performed Here
• Things to Do in Harlem

A BRIEF HISTORY OF THE APOLLO THEATER

The gorgeous neo-classical theater opened in 194 as the Hertig and Seamon's New Burlesque Theatre.

Like most theaters in the U.S. at that time, this theater was open only to white patrons and the owners offered opportunities only to white performers.

Nearly 20 years later, in 1934, New York's mayor, Fiorello LaGuardia, banned burlesque performances and the theater shut down.

The theater reopened as the Apollo Theater and began its new life in 1934 with new owners.

In the 1920s and 1930s, Harlem was a hotbed of culture, from music, arts, literature, poetry and activism. This era came to be known as the 'Harlem Renaissance".

The Apollo catered to New York City's African-American population, many of whom were beginning to move to Harlem in large numbers.

Given the make-up of the neighborhood and new patrons, the owners prioritized offering spots to African-American talent, though they booked white entertainment as well.

Within the next few years, future legends like Ella Fitzgerald and Billie Holiday would be introduced to Harlem audiences on the theater’s weekly Amateur Night.

As they say, the rest is history!

If you have time in your schedule and are here on a Wednesday, we highly recommend you go to Amateur Night (see below).

Many of our guides have been to see shows at the Apollo at least once. Take it from us, is one of the most memorable experiences you can have in New York City!

APOLLO THEATER TOURS

Apollo offers a 60-75 minute tour led by the resident historian of the Apollo Theater, Billy “Mr. Apollo” Mitchell.

It is offered to groups of 20 people or more, but if you are traveling alone or are with a group of fewer than 20, you can join an existing tour if one is scheduled for the date you want to visit.

The tour is not free but is well worth the cost for those who love music, culture, and African-American history.

Mr. Mitchell has been working for the Apollo Theatre since 1965 when he was hired as a teenager to be a backstage gofer for visiting celebrities.  

He has witnessed much of the Apollo's history and is full of stories about the legendary performers who have graced this venue.

His passion for the theatre is infectious. He loves his job so much, it is the only place he has ever worked!

• Monday: 11 am and 1 pm
• Wednesday: 11 am
• Saturday: 11 am and 1 pm

Ticket Prices

• Monday & Wednesday $15 per person
• Saturday $17 per person
• $17 per person

To book a tour, contact Billy Mitchell at 212-531-5337 or email at [email protected].

Read more about the tours here .

SEE A SHOW AT THE APOLLO

If you want to see a show at the Apollo Theater, look at the calendar of concerts here .

You can buy tickets online. Sometimes you may get a promo on Groupon .

If you don't see a performer that interests you, we recommend going to Amateur Night at the Apollo .

Before there was American Idol , before there was The Voice , before there was The X Factor ...there was Amateur Night at the Apollo.

Attending this talent competition is one of the most fun -- and unique! -- ways to spend a Wednesday night in New York City.

There is just no experience like it!

You'll see some really great performers and some not-so-good ones.

But that's ok because you get to boo them off the stage. You are encouraged to boo!

If the audience boos loud enough, the ''Executioner" escorts that performer off stage in not such a polite way.

Great talent gets loud cheers and applause. Some may get a one-way ticket to stardom.

Special Shows:

If you are in town in December, the Apollo hosts an Amateur Night at the Apollo - Holiday Edition .

In December, you can also see a special holiday show, Kwanzaa Celebration: Regeneration Nigh t.

Read about them from our post, Best Christmas Shows in NYC .

Good to know when you attend a show:

• No outside food or beverage. Accommodations are made for patrons with medical needs.
• All persons and bags are subject to search.
• Bags must fit comfortably under your seat. Oversized bags are prohibited.
• Masks are optional but encouraged for all attendees while inside the theater.
• The Apollo has a seating capacity of 1,500.

PLAN YOUR VISIT

The Apollo tour is just over an hour. If you are already in Harlem, you may as well get to know the neighborhood!

Let one of our local guides show you around on our  pay-what-you-wish walking tour of Harlem , one of our most popular tours.

We also have a GPS-enabled audio tour version you can use to explore on your own.

Check out our post on things to do in Harlem .

How to Get to the Apollo Theater

The Apollo Theater is located in the heart of Harlem at 253 West 125th Street.

You can use this link for directions to the Apollo Theater from anywhere in NYC.

The nearest subway stations are the 125th station for the A, B, C, or D trains and the 125th station for the 2 or 3 trains.

Be sure to read our posts on navigating the NYC subway system and choosing the right MetroCard . 

TIP: If you are considering a hop-on-hop-off bus tour, all the companies offer routes that stop at the Apollo Theater.

Find out more about the different bus tours of NYC .

Musicians Who Have Performed at the Apollo

These are just a handful of the legends of Jazz, Hip-Hop, R&B, Gospel, Swing, Bebop, and Pop that have graced the Apollo stage.

• Michael Jackson
• Stevie Wonder
• Louis Armstrong
• Count Basie
• James Brown
• Duke Ellington
• Sarah Vaughan
• Luther Vandross
• Gladys Knight
• Diana Ross And The Supremes
• Dionne Warwick
• Aretha Franklin
• Lauryn Hill
• and so many more!

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ENTER THE APOLLO ERA

There are moments in American history that unified our country and shifted our culture. The Apollo Moon landings represent one of these pivotal periods. The Apollo/Saturn V Center pays homage to the people and machines that made the improbable possible and the future seem bigger than we ever dared to dream. There, stand in amazement under the gigantic Saturn V, the largest rocket ever flown. Through new interactive and engaging exhibits, relive the wonder and excitement of the Apollo era. This one-of-a-kind attraction celebrates the unprecedented achievement of putting humans on the Moon and the awe felt in that moment by all humankind.

The Apollo/Saturn V Center is accessible via a Kennedy Space Center bus and is included with daily admission.

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Fisher Space Pen

Learn the history of the iconic Astronaut Space Pen that has flown on every crewed space mission since Apollo 7. The pen can write upside down, under water and in extreme temperatures.

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Fireboy DML Announces 2022 U.S. Tour

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The Apollo Announces Fall 2023 Season of Programs

Harlem, NY – (August 15, 2023) — The Apollo today announced details of its fall 2023 season featuring a variety of performances and events across music, comedy, and discussions of arts and ideas. With the fall season, The Apollo continues to amplify Black voices in arts and entertainment, serving as a hub for creativity and innovation, and presenting concerts with BeBe Winans, audience favorites such as Amateur Night , Apollo Music Cafe, Apollo Comedy Club, and annual holiday programs including the Kwanzaa celebration with Abdel R. Salaam’s Forces of Nature Dance Theatre and additional programs to be announced. A highlight of the fall season, [at] The Intersection , is a three-day convening of artists, activists, writers and scholars to explore the global impact of Black art and culture through live panel discussions and music performances, curated by the award-winning author and Apollo Artist-in-Residence Ta-Nehisi Coates .

In addition, The Apollo announced that its Victoria Theater located a few doors down from the Historic Theater will open in Spring 2024 . Designed by Kostow Greenwood Architects, the Victoria will include two new theater spaces, marking the first major expansion and renovation in The Apollo’s 90-year history and allowing The Apollo to expand the scope and scale of its programs.

“The Apollo’s fall programming demonstrates our commitment to stewarding Black culture in Harlem and beyond,” said Michelle Ebanks, the newly appointed CEO of The Apollo . “As we launch the new season, I look forward to welcoming the world to the next chapter of The Apollo. With new programs and new spaces, we can continue to provide a platform for artists to create and perform their work and hold important conversations, such as the Arts and Ideas Festival, while weaving in programs rooted in our nearly 90-year Apollo tradition, such as Amateur Night, and everything in-between.”

This season features leading Black artists and creatives from diverse backgrounds and viewpoints who will explore the contributions of Black culture and innovation in shaping global culture with [at] The Intersection , The Apollo’s Festival of Art and Ideas. Panelists and participants include Ted Bunch, Bisa Butler, Jordan E. Cooper, Ghetto Gastro, Stefon Harris, Jemele Hill, Marlon James, Bomani Jones, Nikole Hannah-Jones, Michael R. Jackson, Dominique Morisseau, Diallo Riddle, Stephen Satterfield, Salamishah Tillet, Scheherazade Tillet , Liesl Tommy, and Kerry Washington, among others. They will discuss topics ranging from telling new stories on Broadway and the prominence of Black athletes in sports entertainment, to the historical context of Black erasure, exploring traditional African American food and its impact on culture, and more. This season,

The Apollo will also showcase their rich archives with an on-demand video series on the Apollo Digital Stage highlighting the life and work of the famed Apollo house photographer and Harlem filmmaker Gordon Anderson who captured some of The Apollo’s most iconic moments from the 1940s to the 1970s.

The Apollo will welcome audiences into its new spaces in 2024 with performances and exhibitions. Located a few steps east of the Historic Theater, The Apollo’s Victoria will feature two new flexible theaters, one with 99 seats and one with 199 seats, which will provide vibrant, year-round artistic offerings that incubate new works, build on the cultural heritage of Harlem and celebrate uptown’s enormous well of creativity, further solidifying The Apollo as a civic and economic cornerstone of Harlem and New York City. The new 25,000-square-foot facility will provide an opportunity for The Apollo to be an additional resource for local artists, artist collectives, and small and mid-size Harlem and NYC-based arts organizations for the development and presentation of work.

Kamilah Forbes, The Apollo’s Executive Producer states, “From championing artists and talent to the gathering of great contemporary thinkers and creators, this season at The Apollo demonstrates the institution’s enduring reputation of being the center of Black creativity.”

The Apollo’s season of programs follows below. More will be announced shortly. Learn more at apollotheater.org/fall-2023.

CALENDAR OF APOLLO’S FALL 2023 SEASON:

Arts & ideas.

[at] The Intersection, The Apollo’s Festival of Art and Ideas

Friday, October 6-Sunday, October 8

Curated by critically acclaimed thinker and writer Ta-Nehisi Coates, [at] The Intersection will bring together Black artists, intellectuals, creators and cultural movers, who will explore the global impact of Black art and culture through live panel discussions, workshops, and music performances. Participants include: Sage Adams, Dr. Yaba Blay, Ted Bunch, Bisa Butler, Jelani Cobb, Jordan E. Cooper, Ghetto Gastro, Carla Hall, Michael Harriot, Stefon Harris, Jemele Hill, Michael R. Jackson, Marlon James, Barry Jenkins, Bomani Jones, Nikole Hannah-Jones, Dr. Ibram X. Kendi, Chelsea Miller, Dominique Morisseau, Terence Nance, Diallo Riddle, Stephen Satterfield, Bashir Salahuddin, Salamishah Tillet, Scheherazade Tillet, Liesl Tommy, Kamasi Washington, and Kerry Washington. The three-day event will be held at The Apollo’s Historic Theater. Festival passes are available for purchase at https://www.apollotheater.org/event/at-the-intersection-festival.

‍ Apollo Music Café The Apollo’s Soundstage – Live and In-person Doors open at 9pm EST | Shows begin at 10pm EST

Tickets start at $30

Friday, October 6: rum.gold

Saturday, October 7: Ali Caldwell

Friday, November 3: Susan Carol

Saturday, November 4: Joshua Banbury

Friday, December 9: Rajna Swaminathan

Saturday, December 8: Gabby Samone

The Apollo Music Café features performances across a myriad of genres (R&B, hip-hop, soul, folk, jazz, blues, gospel, pop, funk, and rock) in an intimate setting. The series showcases artists drawn from the independent music scene who are making their mark in the industry.

BeBe Winans Live at The Apollo

Saturday, December 2, 2023 | 8:00pm EST

The Apollo’s Historic Theater – Live and In-person

Six-time Grammy winner BeBe Winans returns to The Apollo to perform a one-night-only live album recording concert backed by members of Donald Lawrence’s choir.

Apollo Comedy Club

The Apollo’s Soundstage – Live and In-person Doors open at 9pm EST | Shows begin at 10pm EST Tickets start at $30

Thursday, October 5: Dylan Tucker, Saya Meads and Kenney Woo

Thursday, November 2: Aminah Shabazz, Anthony Oakes, and Rio Paris

Thursday, December 7: Mason Victor King, Lisha Perkins, and Comedian Roy

The Apollo Comedy Club is back for another year of laughs, drinks, and tasty bites. Curated by Bob Sumner, the Comedy Club continues to highlight the very best up-and-coming comedic talent.

NY Comedy Festival: Nicole Byer

Friday, November 10, 2023 | 8:00pm EST

Tickets start at $34

The New York Comedy Festival will return to The Apollo this fall to present the hilarious actress, comedian, author, and podcaster Nicole Byer.

Live Wire From The Apollo Archives: The Photographs and Films of Gordon Anderson On Demand on The Apollo’s Digital Stage

The Apollo presents this video series highlighting the life and work of the famed photographer and filmmaker Gordon Anderson who captured some of the most iconic moments on The Apollo stage from the 1940s into the 1970s.

In each episode of this four-part digital series, Apollo Archivist Brad San Martin dives deep into The Apollo’s treasured archives and will be joined in conversation with scholars, documentarians, and the Anderson family to explore the ways in which Anderson captured Black life, and how these works impact our view of the culture today.

In-School Workshops & Residencies

Ongoing starting in September 2023

Workshops start at $175 per session

Learn More: https://www.apollotheater.org/education/schools/workshops-and-residencies/

Apollo Education’s Workshops and Residencies are available to NYC schools grades K-12 and offer an array of instruction in dance, theater, and music, each led by an Apollo Teaching Artist. All workshops can be extended to a residency series, which aim to meaningfully relate the arts to classroom subject areas over several sessions.

AMATEUR NIGHT AT THE APOLLO

Amateur Night at The Apollo

Every Wednesday at 7:30pm EST through November 22, 2023 In-Person Auditions Saturday, September 9, 2023 | 9am-5:00pm EST

Digital Auditions ongoing: https://www.apollotheater.org/amateur-night/auditions/

Amateur Night has long been revered by artists as a transformative experience where up-and-coming talent feel the power of the legendary performers who have come before them, and where audience responses can help make or break a career. The current Amateur Night season opened on Wednesday, February 22, 2023 and continues each Wednesday night through the Grand Finale on November 22, 2023. http://www.apollotheater.org/

The Apollo is holding in-person auditions for the 2024 season on September 9. One of the longest-running continuous events in New York City, Amateur Night attracts performers and audiences from around the world. Adults aged 18+ who are chosen from the audition will have the chance to perform and compete for the grand prize of up to $20,000. Performers ages 5-17 can compete to be recognized as a “Child Star of Tomorrow” for an opportunity to win a prize of $5,000. Live auditions will be held at The Apollo located at 253 West 125th Street, New York, NY 10027.

Amateur Night Grand Finale

November 22, 7:30pm EST

Winners from the Semi-Finals return in this final competition for the title of “Child Star of Tomorrow” winning $5,000 while the Grand Finale winner receives $20,000. The talented performers return for one last chance to leave it all on the line with hopes of becoming the next Ella Fitzgerald, Luther Vandross, Lauryn Hill, H.E.R, Machine Gun Kelly or Jazmine Sullivan.

HOLIDAYS AT THE APOLLO

Double Dutch Holiday Classic

Sunday, December 3, 2023 | 1:00pm EST

Tickets start at $40

The National Double Dutch League returns to The Apollo for the annual Double Dutch Holiday Classic where world class championship Double Dutch teams of all ages from around the world compete for the championship title of “Best of Show.”

Winter Wonderland

Saturday, December 9, 2023 | 1:00pm EST

The Apollo’s Marquee/Historic Theater – Live and In-person

Tickets are FREE

Under the twinkling lights of our famous marquee, The Apollo invites audiences to bring the family for holiday-themed activities including picture taking with Santa Claus and amazing performances. This event is hosted by The Apollo Theater’s Tour Director and Ambassador, Billy Mitchell.

Amateur Night Holiday Special

Saturday, December 9, 2023 | 7:30pm EST

The Apollo Amateur Night Holiday Special showcases talented alumni of the show’s Apollo Stars of Tomorrow segment. The program captures the spirit of young performers all hoping to follow in the footsteps of Apollo Legends like Ella Fitzgerald and H.E.R., whose careers were launched on the stage of The Apollo.

Samara Joy: A Joyful Holiday Thursday, December 14, 2023 and Friday, December 15, 2023| 8:00pm ESTThe Apollo’s Historic Theater – Live and In-personTickets on sale starting October 16, 2023

Winner of the prestigious Grammy Award for Best New Artist, Samara Joy embraces the great tradition of such singers as Sarah Vaughan and Ella Fitzgerald in this holiday-themed concert featuring three generations of her family including her father Antonio McLendon, uncle Laurone McLendon, and her cousins Tiera Lovell Rowe and Alana Alexander.

Kwanzaa: A Regeneration Celebration

Saturday, December 30, 2023 | 2:00pm and 7:30pm EST

Tickets start at $25

Anchored by Forces of Nature Dance Theatre under the leadership of critically acclaimed choreographer Abdel R. Salaam, The Apollo’s annual Kwanzaa Celebration returns for a joyous celebration of the Kwanzaa holiday through dance, music and spoken word, honoring the principals of Kwanzaa and traditions from across the African Diaspora.

Tickets for the Apollo’s 2023 Fall/Winter season are available at www.ApolloTheater.org .

The Apollo’s 2023-2024 season is made possible by leadership support from Coca-Cola, Citi, Sherman Fairchild Foundation, Ford Foundation, Howard Gilman Foundation, the Jerome L. Greene Foundation Fund in The New York Community Trust, and The Mellon Foundation.

Public support for The Apollo is provided by the National Endowment for the Arts, the New York State Council on the Arts with the support of Governor Kathy Hochul and the New York State Legislature, the New York City Department of Cultural Affairs, and the New York City Council.

Amateur Night at The Apollo is sponsored by Coca-Cola.

ABOUT THE APOLLO

The legendary Apollo—the soul of American culture—plays a vital role in cultivating emerging artists and launching legends. Since its founding, The Apollo has served as a center of innovation and a creative catalyst for Harlem, the city of New York, and the world. In 2024, The Apollo will open The Apollo’s Victoria Theaters, which will include two new theater spaces, and begin the renovation of its Historic Theater, marking the first ever expansion and renovation of The Apollo in its nearly 90-year history. Read more about the project here: www.apollotheater.org/renovation-restoration-and-transformation/

With music at its core, The Apollo’s programming extends to dance, theater, spoken word, and more. This includes the world premiere of the theatrical adaptation of Ta-Nehisi Coates’s Between the World and Me and the New York premiere of the opera We Shall Not Be Moved ; special programs such as the blockbuster concert Bruno Mars Live at the Apollo ; 100 : The Apollo Celebrates Ella ; and commissioned works like The Blues and Its People featuring Russell Gunn and The Gathering: A Collective Sonic Ring Shout co-presented by American Composers Orchestra and co-curated with National Black Theatre. The non-profit Apollo is a performing arts presenter, commissioner, and collaborator that also produces festivals, large-scale dance and musical works organized around a set of core initiatives that celebrate and extend The Apollo’s legacy through a contemporary lens, including the Women of the World (WOW ) Festival as well as other multidisciplinary collaborations with partner organizations.

Since introducing the first Amateur Night contests in 1934, The Apollo has served as a testing ground for new artists working across a variety of art forms and has ushered in the emergence of many new musical genres—including jazz, swing, bebop, R&B, gospel, blues, soul, and hip-hop. Among the countless legendary performers who launched their careers at The Apollo are Ella Fitzgerald, Sarah Vaughan, Billie Holiday, James Brown, Stevie Wonder, Gladys Knight, Luther Vandross, Fat Joe, H.E.R., D’Angelo, Lauryn Hill, Jazmine Sullivan, Machine Gun Kelly, and Miri Ben Ari; and The Apollo’s forward-looking artistic vision continues to build on this legacy. For more information about The Apollo, visit www.ApolloTheater.org.

About The Apollo

The Apollo is an American cultural treasure. It is a vibrant non-profit organization rooted in the Harlem community that engages people from around New York, the nation, and the world. Since 1934, The Apollo has celebrated, created, and presented work that centers Black artists and voices from across the African Diaspora. It has also been a catalyst for social and civic advocacy. Today, The Apollo is the largest performing arts institution committed to Black culture and creativity.

The Apollo is a commissioner and presenter; catalyst for new artists, audiences, and creative workforce; and partner in the projection of the African American narrative and its role in the development of American and global culture.

The Apollo envisions a new American canon centered on contributions to the performing arts by artists of the African diaspora, in America and beyond.

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50 years ago: apollo 11 astronauts return from around the world goodwill tour, johnson space center.

What do you do for an encore when you’ve just completed the first human Moon landing mission? You go on a 38-day around the world goodwill tour, visiting 29 cities in 24 countries, at the request of the President of the United States, who lends you one of his jets for the journey. Other returning space crews had undertaken goodwill tours after their missions, but fitting with the historical significance of their mission the Apollo 11 astronauts, accompanied by their wives and an entourage of NASA and State Department officials, embarked on the Giantstep goodwill world tour at the personal request of President Richard M. Nixon. For President Nixon, the tour represented the interest of the United States in maintaining space exploration as a peaceful project to benefit all nations. For Apollo 11 astronauts Neil A. Armstrong, Michael Collins, and Edwin E. “Buzz” Aldrin, the tour provided an opportunity to demonstrate goodwill to all people around the world and to stress that the Moon landing was done for the benefit of all humanity. After their return, they commented that everywhere they went, people acknowledged that the Moon landing was done for humanity, not just for Americans.

On the morning of Sept. 29, 1969, a blue-and-white Boeing VC-137B touched down at Ellington Air Force Base (AFB) near the Manned Spacecraft Center, now the Johnson Space Center in Houston. Neil and Janet Armstrong, Michael and Patricia Collins, and Buzz and Joan Aldrin waved good-bye to well-wishers who had gathered to see them off and stepped aboard the presidential plane. For the next seven weeks, they traveled to six continents, crossed the Equator six times, met with Presidents, Prime Ministers, Kings and Queens, and ambassadors, received numerous medals, accolades, and gifts, rode in countless motorcades, and gave 22 press conferences. It is estimated that more than 100 million people saw them in the various motorcades and other venues and they shook hands with an estimated 25 thousand people. Geneva B. Barnes , a secretary from NASA Headquarters who participated in the goodwill tour, provided many interesting insights in an oral history interview with the JSC History Office.

Prior to landing on Nov. 5 at Andrews AFB outside Washington, DC, the State Department personnel prepared for the astronauts a memo about local customs and protocol, as they did prior to all the stops in foreign countries, this one clearly tongue-in-cheek:

Your next stop is Washington, DC, USA. Here are a few helpful reminders.

• The water is drinkable, although it is not the most popular native drink.
• You can always expect student demonstrations.
• Never turn your back on the President.
• Never be seen with the Vice President.
• If you leave your shoes outside the door, they will be stolen.
• It is unsafe to walk on the street after dark.
• Do not discuss the following sensitive issues with the natives: Vietnam War, Budget, Foreign Aid, Import-Exports.
• Rate of exchange is .05 cents per one dollar (American).

From Andrews AFB, the astronauts and their wives flew by Marine helicopter directly to the lawn of the White House, where President and Mrs Nixon welcomed them home. 

And the long trip was finally over. But not necessarily the Giantstep Presidential goodwill tour. Due to scheduling conflicts, a visit to Canada could not be scheduled in the same time frame as the rest of the tour, so the Apollo 11 astronauts made a special trip to Ottawa and Montreal on Dec. 2 and 3, 1969.

Omar Apollo Announces He’ll Launch ‘God Said No’ Tour This Fall

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Omar Apollo has been hard at work on his latest album , God Said No — and now he’s sharing that he’ll launch an accompanying tour to coincide with the album.

The tour will kick off on August 20, starting in Apollo’s hometown of Indianapolis. He’ll then work his way through major venues and amphitheaters across the U.S., including Forest Hills Stadium in New York and the Hollywood Bowl in Los Angeles. Apollo’s tour comes after he spent some time opening for SZA back in 2023.

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He also said that God Said No features some of the best music he’s ever made. “The album doesn’t feel like it’s a bunch of songs put together. It’s a sequence that is made to be listened to front to back. That’s what I love about it. The songs, the writing, the narrative, everything about it is just from someone who has progressed in music. You can just tell.” Omar Apollo Tour Dates August 20 – Indianapolis, IN @ Everwise Amphitheater at White River State Park   August 21 – Sterling Heights, MI @ Michigan Lottery Amphitheatre  August 23 -Chicago, IL @ Huntington Bank Pavilion at Northerly Island  August 25- Philadelphia, PA @ Skyline Stage at The Mann  September 3 – Columbia, MD @ Merriweather Post Pavilion  September 4 – Toronto, ON @ Budweiser Stage  September 6 – Boston, MA @ Leader Bank Pavilion September 7 – Forest Hills, NY @ Forest Hills Stadium  September 10 – Cincinnati, OH @ The ICON Festival Stage at Smale Park September 11 – Raleigh, NC @ Red Hat Amphitheater   September 13 – Charlotte, NC @ Skyla Credit Union Amphitheatre  September 14 – Atlanta, GA @ Cadence Bank Amphitheatre at Chastain Park  September 16 – Miami, FL @ FPL Solar Amphitheater at Bayfront Park September 17 – Orlando, FL @ Orlando Amphitheater  September 19 – Houston, TX @ The Lawn at White Oak Music Hall  September 21 – Austin, TX @ Moody Amphitheater at Waterloo Park September 22 – Irving (Dallas), TX @ The Pavilion at Toyota Music Factory  September 24 – Bentonville, AR @ The Momentary * September 26 – Morrison, CO @ Red Rocks Amphitheatre  September 29 – Vancouver, BC @ Doug Mitchell Thunderbird Sports Centre October 1 – Seattle, WA @ WAMU Theater October 2 – Troutdale, OR @ McMenamins Edgefield *  October 4 – Berkeley, CA @ The Greek Theatre *  October 5 – Los Angeles, CA @ Hollywood Bowl  October 8 – Santa Barbara, CA @ Santa Barbara Bowl * October 10 – Mesa, AZ @ Mesa Amphitheatre  October 11 – San Diego, CA @ The Rady Shell at Jacobs Par

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Drake Tears Through Hits, Teases New Album and Summer Tour at Career-Spanning SiriusXM Apollo Show

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Drake took New York City on a “journey” through his career at a special SiriusXM concert at Harlem’s historic Apollo Theater Saturday night, with help from 21 Savage and Harlem legends the Diplomats.

The Toronto rapper tore through his biggest hits and deep cuts (does Drake even have deep cuts?), transforming the stage from his childhood bedroom to a record label boardroom to a New York City bodega.

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Early on, the rapper found himself repeatedly urging the crowd to up the energy. “We’re going there tonight, I promise you,” he assured an audience that, at least in the back of the room, was surprisingly tame. “Don’t play shy with me.”

But when the set changed from his mom’s basement to a boardroom – where Drake rapped to a man in a suit representing the labels that passed on him early in his career – he hit the Apollo with a much-needed triple shot of espresso: “Best I Ever Had,” “Over” and “Headlines.”

In fact, there were entire stretches of the show packed with No. 1 songs, from “God’s Plan” to “One Dance” to “In My Feelings.” It’s easy to forget how many hits Drake has until you see a crowd sing back nearly every word to a 40-song set that didn’t even bother to include “Nice for What,” “Hotline Bling,” “Toosie Slide” or “Popstar.”

After a second interlude, the set turned into a Harlem street corner, with none other than the Diplomats entering onstage through a bodega door. Dressed in Cam’ron’s famous pink mink, Drake performed “I Really Mean It,” “Dipset Anthem” and “We Fly High (Ballin)” with Cam’ron, Jim Jones, Juelz Santana and Freekey Zekey. Before they left the stage, Drake praised the influential New York rap collective, who then gifted him with a custom OVO x Dipset bracelet. “These guys right here from Harlem made us dress different, talk different, walk different, rap different all the way in Canada,” he said.

Then, blasting from the past to the present, Drake brought out 21 Savage for a slew of songs from their 2022 collaborative effort “Her Loss.” Standing in front of a giant neon Apollo sign, the duo traded verses on “Rich Flex,” “Privileged Rappers,” “Knife Talk” and “Jimmy Cooks.” In between songs, they teased a joint tour this year, with Drake saying, “We’re gonna be out on the road this summer.” He also assured fans that he’s not going away any time soon, hinting at a 2023 solo album.

Toward the end of the set, Drake shared heartfelt gratitude for his fans: “I appreciate all of those people that stick by me. I know it’s like a cool thing … to be like ‘fuck Drake’ … but I deeply appreciate everybody for continuing to support us.”

He added, “I’ve thought about a bunch of things in life, but at this moment in time none of those things are stopping making music for you, so I’ll be here for you for a little bit at least. And I hope I can strike up more emotions for you, maybe this year. I might get bored and make another one, who knows!”

After closing the show with “Legend,” Drake cut the music and once again thanked those in the audience. “I don’t know how the fuck we made it here, but we did.” 

For as braggadocious as his rap persona is, Drake was sincerely humbled by the magnitude of this career milestone. Capping off a 90-minute celebration of his journey from mixtape peddler to one of the world’s most successful hitmakers, he told the crowd, “My name’s Drake, I’m from Toronto,” as if he were right back in that boardroom introducing himself for the first time.

The show will additionally air on Drake’s exclusive SiriusXM channel Sound 42; Lady Gaga, U2, Bruce Springsteen, Paul McCartney and Pearl Jam have also previously performed for SiriusXM at the Apollo.

View the full setlist below:

• Over My Dead Body
• Wu-Tang Forever
• Trust Issues
• Marvins Room
• Say Something
• Feel No Ways
• Best I Ever Had
• HYFR (Hell Ya Fucking Right)
• Started From the Bottom
• I’m on One
• No New Friends
• Know Yourself
• God’s Plan
• Laugh Now Cry Later
• Hold On, We’re Going Home
• In My Feelings
• Passionfruit
• Calling My Name
• Yebba’s Heartbreak
• I Really Mean It (with The Diplomats)
• Dipset Anthem (with The Diplomats)
• We Fly High (Ballin) (with The Diplomats)
• Privileged Rappers (with 21 Savage)
• Spin Bout You (with 21 Savage)
• Jimmy Cooks (with 21 Savage)
• Knife Talk (with 21 Savage)

Scenography by Laurent and Cyrille Berger, Mahfuz Sultan; Production design by Keith Raywood; Art direction by Anthony Bishop

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Ready for a whirlwind adventure into the deep blue? Jump on board Apollo and soak up the action!

• Have fun with an amazing crew and a jam-packed itinerary, snorkelling, fast sailing and excellent catering
• Experience authentic sailing and visit Whitsundays highlights, including Whitehaven Beach and Hill Inlet
• A fun social group suitable for the young at heart, with natural beauty and fun at every turn
• Apollo has just had a complete refit, looks new inside, and is the best-presented Maxi in the Whitsundays

All aboard Apollo for the ultimate adventure sail trip! If you’re entranced by the deep blue and can’t get enough of the salt water, you’re going to love this Apollo tour. For three blissful days, you’ll get to explore the top destinations in the Whitsundays! Experience real sailing and cruise at top speeds, soaking up the sun and enjoying every minute of your adventure! Apollo is the perfect vessel for wanderlust-seeking travellers, featuring a lively and social atmosphere!

The journey begins at Coral Sea Marina, where you’ll depart bright and early! Enjoy a full first day of sailing and exploring - it’s just a taste of what’s to come! The first stop on your adventure is the northern end of the islands, where you’ll enjoy the opportunity to snorkel in our favourite locations! Fancy seeing the colourful coral at Stonehaven Bay or Langford Reef? You’re in luck! Soak up the beauty of the underworld up close and personal, catching a glimpse of the kaleidoscopic coral beds and the amazing marine life. Explore the beauty of the reef and rub shoulders with fish, sea turtles and even manta rays!

• Up to 26 fun-loving guests for a fun, sociable experience 
• Freshly onboard prepared meals 
• Soak up both ends of the famous Whitehaven Beach!
• Experienced crew to show you the island highlights
• Walk up to the stunning Hill Inlet Lookout
• Ample snorkelling and time in the water
• Snorkelling gear and wetsuit hire included
• Fresh linen is provided for each guest
• With 3 full days at sea, Apollo gives you a unique perspective!
• Authentic sailing boat with a trophy-winning history
• Apollo is a huge Maxi yacht at 75ft long
• Fully refitted in 2022
• BYO drinks & alcohol

Important Information:

• If you have any dietary requirements (gluten-free, celiac, lactose-free, dairy-free, or vegan)  there will be a fee of $10 per day to cater towards those needs. Please let us know at the time of booking if you have any requirements.
• The minimum age for Apollo is 16 years. 

Sample Itinerary

This incredible experience begins bright and early, with guests able to check in at Coral Sea Marina from 8:00 AM, ready for a 9.30 AM departure. Our first port of call is the wondrous Stonehaven Bay with a stop via Langford Reef. Enjoy an incredibly authentic sailing experience on a world-class sailing boat with an extensive racing history. Your experienced and passionate crew will tri...

This incredible experience begins bright and early, with guests able to check in at Coral Sea Marina from 8:00 AM, ready for a 9.30 AM departure. Our first port of call is the wondrous Stonehaven Bay with a stop via Langford Reef. Enjoy an incredibly authentic sailing experience on a world-class sailing boat with an extensive racing history. Your experienced and passionate crew will trim the sails and harness the power of the wind! Feel free to help them out and gain some sailing experience, or sit back and relax while you enjoy the beauty of your surroundings. Arrive at Stonehaven Bay and opt to snorkel and rub shoulders with the marine life below. It truly is an incredible site to explore, boasting a diverse range of corals and marine life to spot. After a day of splashing about, settle in where we'll spend the night at Stonehaven Bay.

After rising early, Apollo will set sail for Tongue Bay where you'll spend the day exploring Whitehaven Beach. Boasting 7 kilometres of pristine and dazzling white silica sand, you’ll get to laze about, explore, sunbathe and bush walk to your heart’s content. Afterwards, enjoy a leisurely walk to Hill Inlet, where you’ll witness one of the most incredible views in the area. The creamy blue and white cosmos below is the heart of the Whitsundays! After your walk, you’ll board Apollo again and set sail for another cozy anchorage site for the evening. Get ready for a fun night ahead with games, socialising and an incredible atmosphere! 

As the final day aboard Apollo creeps around, you’ll end your incredible journey with a delicious and hearty breakfast. Followed by more time in the water, snorkelling another coral reef. You also might visit Ngaro Caves at Nara Inlet before you set sail back to Airlie in time to enjoy the rest of your evening.

Snorkelling 

Renowned as some of the planet’s most beloved natural gems, the coral reefs surrounding the Whitsunday Islands offer unique protection for the pristine fringing reefs. Home to hundreds of species of coral and marine life including fish, turtles, dolphins, dugongs, reef sharks and even manta rays, there’s so much to explore! 

Racing History

Apollo has a proud and extensive racing history listed as follows:

• Sydney to Hobart Race: 1 first, 3 seconds and 2 thirds
• Winner of the South China Sea Series
• Apollo has won every major race held on the East Coast of Australia including Sydney to Brisbane and Brisbane to Gladstone
• Apollo set the record for the Sydney to Southport race
• Winner of the Kenwood Cup
• Winner of the Around Hawaii Island Race
• Winner of the Cairns New Guinea Race
• Winner of the Hobart to Honiara Race
• The only boat to Win 6 Whitsunday Fun Races consecutively

Our Delicious Sample Menu

Your trip aboard Apollo is accompanied by a divine menu, prepared fresh onboard from local ingredients. Check out Apollo's sample menu for an idea of the food that awaits! BYO alcohol.

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What to bring.

Please bring only a  small soft bag with:

• Change of clothes
• Beach & bath towel
• Insect repellent
• Water bottles to refill
• Comfortable walking shoes
• Sun protection (sunscreen, hat, sunnies etc.)
• Warm clothes/pullover for evenings (seasonal)
• Extra money for on board purchases

No suitcases or bags with wheels are allowed.

In need of somewhere to store your luggage while you're away? We've got you c...

In need of somewhere to store your luggage while you're away? We've got you covered! Come down to  The Travel Shop (344 Shute Harbour Road, Airlie Beach) anytime between 7am and 7pm to drop your bags at our secure luggage store. 

You will also need to bring your own soft drinks and alcoholic beverages, available for purchase in town. No glass bottles, please.

What's Included

• Filtered water station
• Linen 
• Wetsuit hire
• Snorkelling equipment
• Marine Park fees and taxes

What's Extra

• BYO soft drinks/alcohol (no glass).
• Luggage storage
• If you have any dietary requirements (gluten-free, celiac, lactose-free, dairy-free or fad diets), there will be a fee of $20 per person to cater towards those needs. Please enquire upon booking if unsure. 

Terms and Conditions

You must be 16 years and above to travel on Apollo. Any guest between the age of 16 and 18 must be accompanied by a parent or guardian. 

Your Responsibilities:

Please advise us before booking if any passengers are under 18 years old to ensure this is the appropriate trip. 

You must reconfirm all booked tours prior to travel as specified on your voucher. If applicable, notes such as dietary requirements, pick-up locations and additional fees should also be confirmed at this time. Reconfirmations cannot be actioned through Sailing Whitsundays/Mr Travel, and must be done so directly through the Service Operator as specified on each ticket.

It is your responsibility to notify us of ticket discrepancies. Please read through the details on your voucher thoroughly to ensure all details such as passenger names, ages and dates of travel on vouchers are correct.

It is the responsibility of all passengers travelling to advise both your travel agent at the time of booking and vessel check-in agent before boarding of any medical conditions including food allergies you may suffer from.

You need to allow adequate time to check-in prior to the specified departure time. 

Prices/Extra Costs:

All prices are stated in Australian dollars and include GST. Surcharges over peak holiday seasons may apply. 

The Service Operator reserves the right to alter prices and extra costs. Extra costs may include EMC fees, Stingersuit/Wetsuit Hire, Luggage Storage, Insurance, Linen Hire, National Park Fees, Fuel Levies, Dietary Fees, etc. Bonds may also apply.

We will also endeavour to communicate these extra costs with you at the time of booking, and on your ticket. However, it is your responsibility to confirm which (if any) additional costs apply with each Service Operator upon reconfirming your trip.

Travel Risk/Insurance:

It should be noted that adventure travel involves risk. Whilst we make every effort to safeguard clients, we cannot be responsible for personal injury or loss due to the actions of our clients which are beyond our control. We highly recommend that all clients have travel insurance covering illness, injury, loss or damage to personal belongings and not being able to travel on the confirmed date of departure. You should also ensure your travel insurance will cover special circumstances including weather events preventing guests from travelling to their tour departure destination and cancelled flights due to unforeseen circumstances. 

Merchant Fees:

Please be aware operators pass on credit card merchant fees so there is a non-refundable 1% surcharge for VISA and MASTERCARD card purchases.

Other: 

Terms and Conditions (including the Cancellation Policy) are subject to change. The most recent versions can be found online on the relevant product pages. 

All ticket/voucher reissues attract a $20 administration fee.

Open Date Vouchers / Gift Certificate:

Shipping Costs are in addition to the ticket price and will be added at check-out. Shipping costs are non-refundable and do not makeup part of the ticket value. 

E-Vouchers incur no shipping fees. You have 5 years to use the value of the voucher. Seasonal Price Rises will apply if travelling out the current seasons pricing. Vouchers can be exchanged for free up to the full value of the voucher excluding credit card fees and charges.

Cancellations

Client Cancellations:

All cancellations forfeit 25% of the recommended retail price (RRP) - not the discounted/sale price. No shows or client cancellations made within 21 days of departure forfeit 100% of the total ticket price. 

Transfers between tours can be made at the suppliers discretion, however, it should be noted that supplier fees may apply. Tour transfers also incur a $20 administration fee. 

It is compulsory that all cancellation requests are in writing and sent via email to [email protected]. Cancellations attempted via online chat or phone will not be actioned.

Supplier Cancellations:

The Service Operator reserves the right to alter prices, alter itineraries, apply a fuel surcharge, cancel departures, arrange alternative transport and vary itineraries and services if necessary.

All departures and itineraries are subject to weather. Tours may be changed or cancelled for any reason at the discretion of the Service Operator. If the Service Operator has to cancel the trip or activity (prior to departure) and we cannot offer a suitable alternative, then a refund will be given minus a 20% administration fee and any associated card fees. We strongly recommend that you have travel insurance, especially during the wet season.

In the unlikely event of your trip being cancelled or stood down, all guest communication is required to go through our Online Store via telephone or email. While there is a Sailing Whitsundays retail outlet located Airlie Beach, please be aware that they operate as a separate entity and are unable to access reservations made by the Mr Travel online department.

All refunds are in Australian Dollars and must be made to the card of payment. Sailing Whitsundays/Mr Travel is not liable for exchange rate fluctuations or fees, or any other merchant/bank fees associated with domestic and/or international transactions.

Where a full refund is applicable, there is the option to transfer the whole cost of the tour to another tour or “Credit” to avoid the administration fee. A transfer fee of $20 will apply.

You will be emailed confirmation once the refund has been processed. Once the refund has been processed, it may still take time for the banks to clear the amount. Please allow 7-10 business days for the funds to clear into Australian accounts and up to 21 business days for international accounts.

Accountability/Misconduct:

All Service Operators have the right to provide client feedback and to cancel bookings based off of feedback from other Service Operators. 

Please enjoy your travel experience in a kind and responsible manner.

Sailing Whitsundays/Mr Travel will treat this as any normal client cancellation and therefore the cancellation fees stated in the Client Cancellation Policy will apply.

Thank you for booking with our East-Coast travel experts here at Mr Travel/Sailing Whitsundays.  If you would like any further advice, assistance in arranging accommodation, transfers or additional tours please get in touch.

Frequently Asked Questions

Yes, you will receive breakfast, lunch and dinner. Plus morning and afternoon tea.

Yes, there is a filtered drinking water tap. We recommend that you bring a refillable water bottle with you.

Yes, but there will be an extra charge of $20 per person for any lactose-free,  gluten-free or fad diets. Please let us know at the time of booking if you have any dietary requirements.

In the main saloon is a charging station. Keep in mind that there are only USB ports for charging devices. 

Apollo is recommended for those aged 18-35 years, but the minimum age for travel is 16 years old

No, unfortunately there are only cold showers on board (trust us - in Summer that'll be all you'll want!)

Yes, there are designated smoking areas at the back of the boat. The crew will point them out when you are on board. 

All snorkelling gear including fins, masks, wet/stinger suits and snorkels are provided on board. 

We don't recommend taking large bags or suitcases on Apollo as you will need a small soft bag. However, we offer luggage storage for as little as $10 a day in our Travel Shop which is located at the top of Airlie Beach's main street . The address is 344 Shute Harbour Road, Airlie Beach, QLD, 4802.

Unfortunately there is not air-con on board but there is plenty of air flow through the windows to keep you cool at night. 

Yes! There is an amazing afterparty hosted at Mama Africa nightclub on Airlie Main Street on the evening you get back to Airlie Beach. 

Yes, you can park your car at the marina but daily rates do apply. 

No, the minimum age we recommend for this tour is 18 and above. 

No, Apollo is not suited for those requiring a wheelchair.

This is a case-by-case scenario. We wouldn't recommend Apollo if you aren't comfortable getting in the water as a lot of the activities involve swimming. Alternatively you could opt for a sunset sail where you don't have to get off the boat. 

No, there is not wifi on Apollo. Keep in mind that majority of the time you won't have any phone signal through the islands. 

You will be sleeping in shared accommodation in bunk beds. 

No, Apollo is BYO alcohol. It is recommended that you bring cans on board and avoid glass or red wine. 

There are two bathrooms with toilets, sinks and hot showers on board Apollo. 

Apollo is a sterdy maxi yacht and most of the time you will likely be sitting in the fresh air while you are sailing. If you are prone to seasickness we recommend taking travel sickness tablets before boarding. 

This depends on how many people have booked. You will likely have at least 3 crew members on board.

No, you will need to bring your own towel.

Yes, you will be provided with sheets and a pillow.

Yes, we advise all guests to wear stinger suits for safety. They will be provided when you check in.

If your trip on Apollo has been stood down, you will be contacted by either the tour operator or by us at Sailing Whitsundays. In that case, we will then go through your options. You can read more on our stand down information page .

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Omar Apollo tour 2024: How to get tickets to his ‘God Said No’ tour

• Updated: Jun. 08, 2024, 12:07 p.m. |
• Published: Jun. 08, 2024, 12:00 p.m.

Omar Apollo will perform in New York on Sept. 7 while on his "God Said No" tour. Amy Harris/Invision/AP

• Nicole Iuzzolino | NJ Advance Media for NJ.com

After making several festival appearances, Omar Apollo is ready to get the tour buses ready.

Apollo will begin his “God Said No” tour on Aug. 20 in Indianapolis in his hometown and will wrap up on Oct. 11 in San Diego .

While on tour, he will perform at Forest Hills Stadium in New York on Sept. 7 , which is one of the biggest venues for Apollo to perform in yet.

The tour will be in support of his upcoming sophomore album of the same name, which is set to drop on June 28.

Kevin Abstract, Malcolm Todd and Ravyn Lenae will join the tour as opening acts on select dates.

Before the general sale, there will be a Citi card presale which will begin on June 11 at 10 a.m. and will wrap up on June 13 at 10 p.m. through the Citi Entertainment program .

The general sale for the “God Said No” tour will begin on June 14 at 10 a.m. through Ticketmaster .

If you miss the presale or the general sale, you can find tickets on secondary market websites, such as Vivid Seats and StubHub .

If you find that you never secure the tickets at the best cost or in the section you want to be in through StubHub , you can find some tips and tricks here .

First-time Vivid Seats users can save $20 on ticket orders over $200 by entering promo code NJ20 at checkout.

A complete list of Omar Apollo’s tour dates is available here .

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Sons of Apollo – Band Overview

Sons of Apollo is a progressive metal band consisting of established virtuoso musicians, including two former Dream Theater members. The band so far has released two full-length albums, one EP, one live album, and three singles.

It is a supergroup formed in 2017 and composed of Mike Portnoy, Billy Sheehan, Derek Sherinian, Jeff Scott Soto, and Ron Thal. Portnoy, Sheehan, and Sherinian have already worked together on an instrumental project with Tony MacAlpine and decided to join forces yet again. In this post, we are going to talk about this band, its lineup, its discography, and everything related to this metal powerhouse project. We have a lot to cover, so let us start without a further redo.

History of the Band

Sherinian and Portnoy played together before forming this supergroup, from which Sherinian was asked to leave in 1999, while Portnoy formed the group The Winery Dogs. Portnoy, Sherinian, and Sheehan also worked on an instrumental project with Tony MacAlpine called PSMS.

Since they knew each other well, Portnoy considered inviting MacAlpine to be part of the Sons of Apollo. The name of the band was suggested by Sherinian after he took a closer look at Portnoy’s list of suggestions and saw the word “Apollo” among them.

According to Portnoy, the Sons of Apollo came together organically. He and Sherinian reunited shortly after the departure from Dream Theater in 2010. Sherinian pursued Portnoy to create a full-time band, and given Portnoy’s packed schedule, it took three years to do so. In late 2016, other band members were recruited, and the idea became a reality.

Billy Sheehan – Bass

William “Billy” Sheehan was born on March 19, 1953, in Buffalo, New York. He is an American bass player mostly known for his work with Talas, Steve Vai , David Lee Roth, Mr. Big, Niacin, and, of course, the Sons of Apollo.

He made a name for himself for his “lead bass” playing style, including the use of chording, two-handed tapping, three-finger picking technique, and controlled feedback. He is a highly influential musician and has been voted “Best Rock Bass Player” five times in Guitars Player readers’ polls.

Mike Portnoy – Drums

Mike Portnoy is an American musician born on April 20, 1967, and one of the founding members of the legendary band Dream Theater . He was an integral part of the band’s songwriting and overall management until he went separate ways in 2010.

His idea was to put the band on hold for a period, but other members did not see eye-to-eye with him on this subject. Portnoy decided to quit, and the rest of the band carried on without him. He continued to work in other bands and on different projects, including Sons of Apollo.

Ron “Bumblefoot” Thal – Guitars

Ron Jay Blumenthal is an American guitarist, producer, and songwriter born on September 25, 1969, better known by his stage name Ron “Bumblefoot” Thal, or just Bumblefoot. His nickname originates from the bacterial infection of the same name, which he learned while he was helping his wife study for veterinary exams.

He made a name for himself for his exceptional guitar technique and was one of two lead guitarists in Guns N’ Roses from 2006 until 2014. He released ten solo albums and a live DVD and has appeared as a guest performer on albums by other artists and on multiple compilation albums. He currently plays the guitar for the Sons of Apollo.

Derek Sherinian – Keyboards

Derek Sherinian is an American keyboardist born on August 25, 1966, and is one of the founding members of Dream Theater. He is also a founder of Planet X and one of the founding members of Black Country Communion and the Sons of Apollo.

Throughout his career, he released eight solo albums that featured various prominent guest musicians, including Slash, Yngwie Malmsten, Allan Holdsworth, Steve Lukather, Joe Bonamassa, Billy Sheehan, Zakk Wilde, and Al Di Meola. Sherinian made a name for himself for his versatility and aggressive “guitaristic” approach to his signature keyboard-playing style.

Jeff Scott Soto – Vocals

Jeff Scott Soto is an American vocalist of Puerto Rico descent born in Brooklyn, New York, on November 4, 1965. He is known for being the vocalist on Yngwie Malmsten’s first two albums and briefly being the lead vocalist for Journey between 2006 and 2007.

Soto also sang lead vocals in the band Eyes and had a long tenure as the front of a hard rock band called Talisman. Nowadays, he works as a solo artist with his self-named band SOTO and as a vocalist of the supergroups W.E.T., Sons of Apollo, and Trans-Siberian Orchestra. Jeff has a pretty unique style and ranges from hard rock to power metal.

Discography

The band has been active since 2017, and since then, they have released two full-length albums, one EP, one live album, and four singles. In the section below, we are going to focus on their full-length releases.

Psychotic Symphony (2017)

Musically, this album was very well-crafted though not too unpredictable for the genre. It sort of toes the line between Dream Theater-style progressive metal and sometimes with moments that could be considered power metal.

There are enough dynamics here to please the fans of either genre, and Jeff Scott Soto does an incredible job with vocals to make that possible. He punctures each chorus with emotional delivery and lifts each track to a higher level, which is especially notable in their debut track “Signs of the Time” .

The virtuosic ability of each musician is also highlighted, and the instrumentation is clearly on point from the very start until the end of the album. The moods of the album generally vary, but it is overall very complex, dramatic, and uncompromising, which is something to be expected from such a talented lineup.

MMXX (2020)

It is difficult to talk about Sons of Apollo releases without spotlighting the strong Dream Theater influences on their debut album, and their sophomore release was not any different in that regard. Portnoy’s grooves are in full swing on this release, and the overall structures of the songs, as well as rhythm patterns, are packed with classic prog flavors.

MMXX does come with improvements compared to its predecessor, as it engages listeners at a much higher level. The songs are hit with infectious keyboard melodies, strong groovy riffs, and catchy choruses.

Tracks revolve around verse-chorus structures with extended bridge sections of soloing and experimental riffing with almost a jam-session feel. The overall style is much heavier, emerging from the beefy guitar and bass tones, and all of that is crowned with Portnoy’s heavy-hitting work.

The MMXX album is a logical step forward from Psychotic Symphony. For fans of progressive music, heavy or light, old or new, techy or classy, this release has something that can please pretty much any fan of the genre.

Band’s Social Media

Sons of Apollo is an active band both on stage and on social media. You can follow them on different platforms using the links below.

Northern Indiana's Omar Apollo will kick off new tour in Indy Aug. 20. How to get tickets

Pop singer-songwriter Omar Apollo has announced a stop at Everwise Amphitheater at White River State Park later this summer.

Apollo, who grew up in Hobart, Indiana, kicks off his 29-date God Said No Tour on Aug. 20 at the downtown amphitheater. He'll be joined by special guest Malcolm Todd.

His sophomore album, "God Said No," drops June 28.

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