There are nights at a live music venue when the room fills with something more than sound. The melodic guitar leads, the surging keyboards, the voice that cuts clean through a packed house and lands somewhere deep in the chest. On February 27th, 2026, that kind of night arrives at House of Blues Myrtle Beach, when REO Survivor takes the stage to honor one of the most beloved catalogs in American rock.
REO Speedwagon built their reputation show by show, city by city, through years of relentless touring across the country’s arenas and theaters. That story lives in the songs, and those songs deserve a band that treats them with real care. REO Survivor brings that dedication, matching the emotional weight of the originals with performances built around authentic musicianship, tight ensemble playing, and a genuine connection to what made this music matter in the first place.
Show Details
REO Survivor performs live at House of Blues Myrtle Beach, located at 4640 Highway 17 South, North Myrtle Beach, SC 29582. The show takes place on Friday, February 27th, 2026.
About REO Survivor
REO Survivor is a professional tribute act devoted to faithfully recreating the sound, energy, and musicianship of REO Speedwagon’s classic live era. From the first note, the band commits to the sonic detail that defined one of rock’s most emotionally resonant catalogs. Kerry Craig handles lead vocals, and David Miller anchors the band’s melodic core on keyboards, synthesizers, and lead vocals; alongside them, Robert Bussey drives each arrangement on lead guitars and vocals, Freddie Banner holds the low end on bass and vocals, and Mike Graci commands the rhythmic foundation on drums and percussion. Together they perform nationwide at theaters, festivals, casinos, and concert venues. Every show is built on authentic instrumentation, rich harmonies, and the kind of dynamic range that makes the music feel as immediate as it did when it first filled arenas. The result is an immersive live experience that honors the originals while bringing them fully to life on stage.
What You Will Hear
REO Speedwagon’s songbook traces a remarkable arc from hard-driving Midwestern club rock to the polished, emotionally charged anthems that took over American radio in the early 1980s. The catalog carries both sides of that journey with equal conviction. Expect the kind of night where you might hear “Riding The Storm Out” open up the room, followed by the soaring melodic pull of “Keep On Loving You” or the raw momentum of “Roll With The Changes.” Songs like “Take It On The Run,” “Can’t Fight This Feeling,” and “Time For Me To Fly” represent the radio-ready hooks and power ballad emotion that defined the band’s commercial peak, while tracks like “157 Riverside Avenue” and “Keep Pushin'” speak to the harder-edged, road-worn spirit of their earlier years.
REO Survivor also draws from the catalogs of Survivor and Loverboy, which means the set may include driving rock like “Eye Of The Tiger,” the arena-sized hooks of “Working For The Weekend,” or the melodic charge of “The Search Is Over.” It is a set built for fans who grew up with this music and for those hearing it live for the first time.
About the Venue
House of Blues Myrtle Beach sits within the Barefoot Landing entertainment complex at 4640 Highway 17 South in North Myrtle Beach. The venue spans roughly 59,000 square feet and houses a two-level music hall equipped with state-of-the-art sound and lighting systems designed to make every show hit the way it should. An on-site restaurant and bar, a versatile outdoor deck, and multiple private rooms round out the experience, making it a destination well before the first song. The overall atmosphere blends Southern-inspired food and hospitality with the energy of a serious live music hall.
Plan Your Night
Free parking is available throughout Barefoot Landing. Guests should be aware that all bags are subject to search at entry, backpacks are not permitted, and clear bags must meet the venue’s size guidelines. VIP seating and upgrades may be available for select shows by contacting the box office directly. For the latest information on ticket availability, pricing, and any additional show details, check the official House of Blues Myrtle Beach event listing before you head out.
February 27th is coming up fast. Get your tickets sorted, leave the backpack at home, and come ready for a night of music that holds up every time.