Roanoke, Virginie (WDBJ) – From Rock Staples “Jessie’s Girl” and “Don’t Talk to Strangers”, to memorable acts on “General Hospital and” American Horror Story “, singer Rick Springfield entertained the public for decades.
Nowadays, you can also catch it in its radio program Sirius XM, “Working Class DJ”, turning songs from its 80s icons.
“When I was six years old, my first career choice was a DJ, then pay attention to what you want,” said Springfield.
Springfield says he has fun with his radio concert, that he manages to tighten between other projects, including his “I want my 80s tour”, “ Coming to the Elmwood Park amphitheater on June 8, from 7:00 p.m.
He described what he likes most in the tour.
“Links with the public, really. I’m about a lonely when it’s just me. So, this is my way of connecting with humanity, it is to go on the road and to play for people and that keeps your morale high to do it, ”explains Springfield.
Keep your morale high today, sharing scenes across the country with your friends and artists from the 80s.
“It’s fun to go out. It’s a bit like being at the camp, ”explains Springfield.
The national tour range also includes John Waite, John Caffety, Paul Young and the British New Wave Band, Wang Chung.
“I’m a fan of all these guys, Wang Chung. John Waite has been a friend for years. Paul Young is a friend. It’s great to travel and hear this music, ”explains Springfield.
“There are many shows. So, for old people like us, we must make sure to stay in shape and behave, ”says Nick Feldman, co-creator of Wang Chung.
The group is known for successes like “Everybody Host Fun Tonight” and “Dance Hall Days”.
With their music often presented in advertisements, films and television shows, Wang Chung has held its place in pop culture. This is part of the lasting attraction of music from the 80s.
“People want to testify to what your music means for them in their lives. You can’t help but feel repressed by the heart and is worth it, ”explains Feldman.
The family is also a large part of the life of these rockers and will probably have an impact on the time of Springfield tour.
“I love to do it, but I also have a family and in fact, I’m going to be a grandfather, believe it or not,” explains Springfield.
A grandfather who really rocks.
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