REO Speedwagon's 1979 Concert History

REO Speedwagon (originally styled as R.E.O. Speedwagon) is an American rock band from Champaign, Illinois. Formed in 1967, the band cultivated a following during the 1970s and achieved significant commercial success throughout the 1980s. Hi Infidelity (1980) contained four US Top 40 hits and is the group's best-selling album, with over ten million copies sold.

Date Concert Venue Location
Dec 29, 1979
REO Speedwagon / Rick Derringer
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International Amphitheatre Chicago, Illinois, United States
Nov 21, 1979
REO Speedwagon / Pat Travers Band

REO Speedwagon - 9 Lives tour

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Jacksonville Veterans Memorial Coliseum Jacksonville, Florida, United States
Nov 17, 1979
REO Speedwagon / Pat Travers
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Lakeland Civic Center Lakeland, Florida, United States
Nov 16, 1979
REO Speedwagon / Pat Travers
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Miami Jai Alai Miami, Florida, United States
Nov 06, 1979
REO Speedwagon
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Friedrich-Ebert-Halle Ludwigsburg, Baden-Württemberg, Germany
Oct 14, 1979
REO Speedwagon Jantzen Beach Arena Portland, Oregon, United States
Oct 09, 1979
REO SPEEDWAGON / Molly Hatchett

Nine Lives Tour

ASU Activity Center Tempe, Arizona, United States
Show Duplicate for Oct 09, 1979
Oct 07, 1979
REO Speedwagon / Molly Hatchet

Nine Lives Tour

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McNichols Sports Arena Denver, Colorado, United States
Oct 06, 1979
REO Speedwagon Johnson Gym, UNM Albuquerque, New Mexico, United States
Oct 03, 1979
REO Speedwagon Myriad Oklahoma City, Oklahoma, United States
Sep 27, 1979
REO Speedwagon / Blackfoot Sam Houston Coliseum Houston, Texas, United States
Sep 19, 1979
REO Speedwagon Long Beach Arena Long Beach, California, United States
Sep 01, 1979
REO Speedwagon / Santana / Jay Ferguson / Little River Band / Pat Travers Band /

Nine Lives tour

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Royals Stadium Kansas City, Missouri, United States
Show Duplicate for Sep 01, 1979
Aug 30, 1979
REO Speedwagon / Blackfoot
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Market Square Arena Indianapolis, Indiana, United States
Aug 29, 1979
REO Speedwagon / The Rockets
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Athletic & Convocation Center, University Of Notre Dame Notre Dame, Indiana, United States
Show Duplicate for Aug 29, 1979
Aug 28, 1979
REO Speedwagon

Nine LIves tour

Roberts Municipal Stadium Evansville, Indiana, United States
Aug 21, 1979
REO Speedwagon Mississippi Coliseum Jackson, Mississippi, United States
Aug 16, 1979
REO Speedwagon / Rockets Riverfront Coliseum Cincinnati, Ohio, United States
Aug 14, 1979
R.E.O. Speedwagon / Michael Stanley Band Toledo Sports Arena Toledo, Ohio, United States
Aug 11, 1979
REO Speedwagon / Head East / The Rockets / Ian Hunter / The Cars Rockford Speedway Rockford, Illinois, United States

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Califfornia World Music Festival 1979
Apr 7 - 8, 1979
 Los Angeles, California, United States
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Califfornia World Music Festival 1979
Apr 7 - 8, 1979
 Los Angeles, California, United States
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Califfornia World Music Festival 1979
Apr 7 - 8, 1979
 Los Angeles, California, United States
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REO Speedwagon / Santana / Jay Ferguson / Little River Band / Pat Travers Band /  on Sep 1, 1979 [901-small]

REO Speedwagon / Santana / Jay Ferguson / Little River Band / Pat Travers Band /
Sep 1, 1979
 Kansas City, Missouri, United States
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REO Speedwagon / Missouri on Aug 10, 1979 [014-small]

REO Speedwagon / Missouri
Aug 10, 1979
 St. Louis, Missouri, United States
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REO Speedwagon / Pat Travers Band on Nov 21, 1979 [519-small]

REO Speedwagon / Pat Travers Band
Nov 21, 1979
 Jacksonville, Florida, United States
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REO Speedwagon / Santana / Jay Ferguson / Little River Band / Pat Travers Band /  on Sep 1, 1979 [332-small]

REO Speedwagon / Santana / Jay Ferguson / Little River Band / Pat Travers Band /
Sep 1, 1979
 Kansas City, Missouri, United States
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REO Speedwagon / Michael Stanley Band on Aug 7, 1979 [689-small]

REO Speedwagon / Michael Stanley Band
Aug 7, 1979
 Toledo, Ohio, United States
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Califfornia World Music Festival 1979 on Apr 7, 1979 [872-small]

Califfornia World Music Festival 1979
Apr 7 - 8, 1979
 Los Angeles, California, United States
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Califfornia World Music Festival (Day 1) on Apr 7, 1979 [873-small]

Califfornia World Music Festival (Day 1)
Apr 7, 1979
 Los Angeles, California, United States
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Califfornia World Music Festival 1979 on Apr 7, 1979 [262-small]

Califfornia World Music Festival 1979
Apr 7 - 8, 1979
 Los Angeles, California, United States
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REO Speedwagon / The Rockets on Aug 29, 1979 [851-small]

REO Speedwagon / The Rockets
Aug 29, 1979
 Notre Dame, Indiana, United States
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REO Speedwagon / The Rockets on Aug 29, 1979 [852-small]

REO Speedwagon / The Rockets
Aug 29, 1979
 Notre Dame, Indiana, United States
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REO Speedwagon on Nov 6, 1979 [062-small]

REO Speedwagon
Nov 6, 1979
 Ludwigsburg, Baden-Württemberg, Germany
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REO Speedwagon / Molly Hatchet on Oct 7, 1979 [418-small]

REO Speedwagon / Molly Hatchet
Oct 7, 1979
 Denver, Colorado, United States
  Uploaded by Renny Penny

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Ricky Racer Aug 05, 2022

----> Ron Kelley: REO played at Mississippi Coast Coliseum on December 10th, 1984.


Ron Kelley Jun 24, 2022

I have a half of ticket stub: REO Speedwagon, Biloxi,MS 1984 10th day of ? month. Anyone know what month it was?


Maui Blue Nov 01, 2020

You're missing one. March 25, 1983. Wendler Arena. Saginaw, MI

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)


What genre is REO Speedwagon?

When REO Speedwagon first emerged, their genre might have been best described as “alternative rock.” However, they are now considered a traditional classic rock band with their sound merging elements mix of hard rock, arena rock, and power pop.

What does the “REO” stand for in REO Speedwagon?

REO stands for Ransom Eli Olds, the name of the founder of Oldsmobile (originally called "Olds Motor Vehicle Company" when founded) and the now defunct REO Motor Car Company.

Where is REO Speedwagon from?

REO Speedwagon is from Champaign, Illinois.

Who are the original members of REO Speedwagon?

The original members of REO Speedwagon are:

  • Kevin Cronin on lead vocals, rhythm guitar, and occasionally piano
  • Neal Doughty on keyboard
  • Alan Gratzer on drums, percussion, and backing vocals
  • Gregg Philbin on bass and backing vocals

How did REO Speedwagon get its name?

The band is named after the 1915 REO Speed Wagon which was designed by Ransom Eli Olds.

Why did Gary Richrath leave REO Speedwagon?

Gary Richrath left REO Speedwagon in 1989 because he was not happy with the direction the band was going. He was replaced by Dave Amato who became a long-time and permanent member of the band.

What year Did REO Speedwagon’s first album come out?

REO Speedwagon's first studio album “R.E.O Speedwagon” dropped in October 1971. The album peaked at number 167 on the Billboard 200 chart.

Which members of REO Speedwagon have died?

Two notable members of REO Speedwagon that have died are:

  • Gary Richrath, the band’s original drummer and founding member, died on September 13, 2015 due to complications from surgery.
  • Miles Joseph, the band’s lead guitarist in 1989 before being replaced by Jesse Harms, died on December 25, 2012 due to heart failure.

What REO Speedwagon song is in Netflix’s Cobra Kai?

“Take It On The Run” by REO Speedwagon is featured in the Netflix series Cobra Kai. The song was released in 1981 and peaked at number five on the Billboard Hot 100 chart.

In what episode of Netflix’s Ozark was REO Speedwagon featured?

REO Speedwagon was featured in episode three of the third season of the Netflix series Ozark. The episode was named after the band’s lead singer who helps the protagonist launder money for a Mexican drug cartel. It is entitled "Kevin Cronin Was Here."

How many concerts has REO Speedwagon had?

REO Speedwagon has had 2,403 concerts.

What genre is REO Speedwagon?

REO Speedwagon is most often considered to be Rock, Pop Rock, Hard Rock, Classic Rock, Folk Rock, Soft Rock, Album Oriented Rock (AOR), Mellow Gold, Glam Metal, and Arena Rock.

When is the next REO Speedwagon concert?

The next REO Speedwagon concert is on May 01, 2024 at Brandon Amphitheater in Brandon, Mississippi, United States. The bands performing are: REO Speedwagon / .38 Special.

When was the last REO Speedwagon concert?

The last REO Speedwagon concert was on April 06, 2024 at Hertz Arena in Estero, Florida, United States. The bands that performed were: REO Speedwagon / Cheap Trick.

What setlist does REO Speedwagon play live?

The songs that REO Speedwagon performs live vary, but here's the latest setlist that we have from the April 05, 2024 concert at Hard Rock Live / Hard Rock Cafe Orlando in Orlando, Florida, United States:

  1. 3 AM
  2. Don't Let Him Go
  3. Take It on the Run
  4. Keep Pushin'
  5. Live Every Moment
  6. Tough Guys
  7. I Wish You Were There
  8. Music Man
  9. Son of a Poor Man
  10. Can't Fight This Feeling
  11. Golden Country
  12. Keep On Loving You
  13. Time for Me to Fly
  14. Ridin' the Storm Out
  15. Back on the Road Again
  16. Roll With the Changes
  17. Smilin' in The End

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