Sat, Aug 29, 2026
8:00 PM CDT
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“Touring his 19th international tour, the “Where to Next?” 2026 tour and known for his expressive guitar work and blistering guitar solos, Australian born, Chicago Blues Hall of Famer, Michael Charles, accompanied by a dynamic, well-rehearsed band, delivers a memorable, multi-genre performance of contemporary blues, blues-based rock and more. Come out and experience Michael Charles live. The music, and the man, will leave an imprint on your soul.”
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Artist bio
Michael Charles musical pilgrimage started over six decades ago in his birthplace Melbourne, Australia. While enjoying a successful musical crusade of touring, recording, and numerous television and radio appearances in his homeland, Michael received an invitation from Buddy Guy’s management to appear at the infamous Legends in Chicago, Illinois USA. Graciously accepting the honor, Michael Charles traveled the twelve thousand five hundred miles and took the stage with Mr. Buddy Guy. After numerous trips back and forth, Michael Charles made the monumental and life changing decision to make America his home.
In 2025 Michael Charles will be traveling his nineteenth consecutive international tour, the "Where to Next 2026" tour which will once again take him to the far corners of the USA, Canada, and Australia. The 2026 tour promises a multitude of concerts and publicity appearances as MC performs a whole new list of cities, festivals, and music venues and revisits some favorites from the last eighteen tours.
Read MoreIn 2025 Michael Charles will be traveling his nineteenth consecutive international tour, the "Where to Next 2026" tour which will once again take him to the far corners of the USA, Canada, and Australia. The 2026 tour promises a multitude of concerts and publicity appearances as MC performs a whole new list of cities, festivals, and music venues and revisits some favorites from the last eighteen tours.
Band Members: Michael Charles
Hometown: Chicago, Illinois
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What fans are saying
This was a beautiful ride with 2 hours of blues, ballads and blues based rock. The Tall Ship Windy was awesome, the drinks were fab from the on-board bar and the crew and Captain Rodney were just stellar people!! I even saw a double rainbow and the most beautiful sunset on the city of Chicago!! I will go again for sure to the Monday Night Concert Series!!
Jul 2, 2025·Chicago, IL
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