Grammy-Award Winner Rick Springfield Comes To bergenPAC - Friday, November 6, 2009 8:00PM

Rick Springfield, legendary rock-pop musician, is expected to tear down the house at bergenPAC on Friday, November 6. Springfield, well-known for his catchy tunes and lyrics, has dedicated the majority of his life to his music. In his early twenties, he gained momentum with his music in Australia under two bands – Wickedy Wak and Zoot. Before leaving Australia, he landed a #1 spot for his single called “Speak to the Sky”.

Springfield’s hit single from Australia was transferred to the United States and caught America’s attention by reaching #14 on the Billboard charts. Three albums later, Springfield recorded and released his most notable single to date titled “Jessie’s Girl” that rocked the U.S. and stole the hearts of many Americans nationwide. It immediately reached #1 on the Billboard Hot 100 chart and went on to sell over 2 million copies alone.

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“I’ve Done Everything for You” was his follow-up single that shot up to #8 on the billboards. He maintained his spot atop the charts with his other succeeding singles such as “Don’t Talk to Strangers” and “What Kind of Fool Am I?”In 1982, Springfield received three Grammies in 1982 and 1983.  Springfield’s undoubtedly an influential figure in rock-pop history and has created a name for himself through his impressive musical styling and powerful beats. His performance at the bergenPAC will clearly demonstrate his perfect compatibility with American sound.

Tickets can be purchased at the Box Office 201 227 1030 or online at www.bergenPAC.org

bergenPAC - 30 North Van Brunt Street - Englewood, NJ 07631

About Bergen Performing Arts Center: Known as The John Harms Center for 27 years, this cultural hub in Englewood, has been reborn as Bergen Performing Arts Center or bergenPAC. This 1367- seat theater is a landmark, and in its sixth season as bergenPAC it remains one of the finest acoustic halls in the United States. The legendary Tony Bennett and Canadian crooner k.d. lang recorded their 2003 Grammy award-winning CD live on bergenPAC’s own stage through a broadband fiber-optic connection with Bennett Studios. bergenPAC is the home of a media production system that is unparalleled, upholding its reputation as a venue for outstanding music, dance and theater. As a non-profit corporation, bergenPAC has thrived thanks to the aid and generosity of sponsors, donors and patrons.

For ticket information Box Office: Phone: (201) 227-1030