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New Head East single released Cleopatra Records has released a new Head East single of Mama Let Him Play which is dedicated to the late great Canadian guitarist, singer, and songwriter Jerry Doucette. Jerry released his recording of Mama Let Him Play in 1977, and it made the Billboard top 100, peaking at number 46 in Canada. Jerry's band played a show with Head East, and Roger Boyd really liked the song. He thought it might make a great upbeat addition to the Head East show. Head East also toured with the top southern rock bands, and those groups had something in common that audiences enjoyed. They often had three guitarist, and would have extended solo passages where the guitarists would trade off or play solos together. Since the later Head East lineup had two guitarists, Roger added the Mnimoog synthesizer as the third solo instrument to make Mama Let Him Play more of an extended jam. The Head East version of the song pays tribute to Jerry by including his signature melodies and guiitar solos, and adds some new musical touches from the band's live performances. The single is now available on most major steaming services including Spotify, Apple Music, Amazon Music, YouTube Music, and many more. Promo video for Mama Let Him Play single Press play to begin video and adjust volume as necessary Rhythm City Casino Resort Show - Davenport, IA Head East returns to the Rhythm City Casino Resort in Davenport, Iowa where they will open for Foghat on Saturday evening, March 14‌, 20‌26. Doors open at 6 pm and Head East will kick off the music at 7 p‌m (CST). Headliner Foghat will follow Head East and close the show. Tickets are now on sale and range from $20 to $60 plus fees and taxes. Fees are waived when tickets are purchased at The Market Gift Shop inside Rhythm City Casino Resort. For more information or to purchase tickets online visit the Casino's website at the addresses linked below: Rhythm City Casino Resort Website: https://www.rhythmcitycasino.com/ Buy Tickets Online: https://rhythmcitycasino.showare.com/eventperformances.asp?evt=261 Wildey Theatre Show - Edwardsville, IL Head East returns to the intimate Wildey Theatre in Edwardsville, Illinois on Friday and Saturday evening, March 20 & 21, 20‌26. Tickets are now on sale and are $60 including fees. Tickets may be purchased in person at the Wildey Box Office or by phone at (618) 307-1750. Tickets may also be purchased though the Wildey Theatre online ticketing site at the addresses linked below. For more information or to purchase tickets online visit the Wildey Threatre website at the addresses linked below: Wildey Theatre Website: https://www.cityofedwardsville.com/769/Wildey-Theatre Buy Tickets Online - March 20th Show: https://ci.ovationtix.com/36241/pr/1262608/pe/11744244 Buy Tickets Online - March 21st Show: https://ci.ovationtix.com/36241/pr/1257495/pe/11722549 Order The New Head East Biography Head East's new biography, Never Been Any Reason: The Head East Rock 'N Roll Story is available online through most major book retailers. The biography contains photos of the many people who have been a part of this legendary band. Author Jeremy Amick has done an amazing job, seeking out interviews from people in the business, band alumni, crew alumni, current band and crew, family and fans. And we think that you will enjoy this detailed account of the band's storied history. Links to several online book retailers who are selling the biography are posted below. Amazon Website: https://www.amazon.com/Never-Been-Any-Reason-Story/dp/0881442755/ Barnes & Noble Website: https://www.barnesandnoble.com/w/never-been-any-reason-jeremy-paul-amick/1148435240 Book-A-Million Website: https://www.booksamillion.com/p/Never-Been-Any-Reason/Jeremy-Paul-Amick/9780881442755 Walmart Website: https://www.walmart.com/search?q=never+been+any+reason Mark Murtha's Christmas Party In Kansas City Fans who missed getting a copy of Mark Murtha's Christmas Party in Kansas City last year or those who would like to buy more copies can buy the CD online at Supersonic Music. Head East has recorded 3 Christmas songs which are part of a 23 songs Christmas CD produced by Head East guitarist Mark Murtha (Murtha Music). The CD features performances from a total of 40 musicians and singers who have been members of XYZ, Great White, Shooting Star, Rainmakers, Vixen, Head East and more. To hear short segments of each of the three songs recorded by Head East listen to the video linked below: https://www.head-east.com/video/headeastxmassingles3.mp4 Special Guest Appearance by Ricky Lynn Gregg Fans in attendance at the Des Plaines Theatre show on September 13, 2025 were treated to a special guest appearance by former Head East guitarist and vocalist Ricky Lynn Gregg. Ricky Lynn was brought on stage during the band's encore and performed with Head East on their cover of the Grand Funk Railroad classic, "Foot Stompin' Music". Ricky Lynn was a member of Head East for a few years in the late 80s and wrote several of the songs that appear on the band's Choice of Weapons album. After his time with Head East Ricky Lynn went on to achieve a successful career in Country Music. View photos below of Ricky Lynn performing at the Des Plaines Theatre on September 13th and on the following day posing with Head East band leader Roger Boyd after the Illinois Rock & Roll Museum Hall of Fame Ceremony in Joliet. Ricky Lynn & Roger Boyd (Photo by LaCretia Willett Gregg)   Ricky Lynn Gregg (Photo by LaCretia Willett Gregg)   Ricky Lynn Gregg (Photo by LaCretia Willett Gregg)   Ricky Lynn Gregg & Mark Murtha (Photo by LaCretia Willett Gregg)   Darren Walker, Ricky Lynn Gregg, & Mark Murtha (Photo by Derrick Weller)   North Shore Center for the Performing Arts - Skokie, IL See Head East in concert at the North Shore Center for the Performing Arts in Skokie, Illinois on Thursday evening, September 24‌, 20‌26. Doors open at 6:30 pm (CDT) and the music will begin at 7:30 pm (CDT). Tickets are now on sale and range from $55 to $77 plus applicable fees and taxes. For more information or to purchase tickets online visit the venue's website at the addresses linked below: North Shore Center Website: https://northshorecenter.org/ Buy Tickets Online: https://www.ticketmaster.com/head-east-skokie-illinois-09-24-2026/event/070064563D029FBF Concert Photos - Rialto Square Theatre - Joliet, IL Concert photos from Head East's performance at the Illinois Rock & Roll Museum Hall of Fame Induction Ceremony in Joliet, Illinois on September 14, 2025 may be viewed in our 2025 Concert Gallery at the address linked below. Rialto Square Theatre Concert Photos: https://www.head-east.com/concertgallery2025pt5.html Photo by Tom Cullen

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