Miami, Fl – On the evening of May 3, 2025, the vibrant atmosphere at Magic City Casino in Miami, Florida, is palpable as fans gather to celebrate the 50th Anniversary Tour of the legendary soft rock duo Air Supply. The audience, a diverse mix of longtime devotees and newer admirers, buzzes with anticipation, sharing stories of the band’s timeless hits and the personal memories they evoke. The audience is peppered with long time fan club members, know as Airheads.
As the lights dim, a pre-show video montage begins, chronicling Air Supply’s illustrious journey from their humble beginnings to international stardom. The visual narrative sets the stage for an evening steeped in nostalgia and musical excellence.
Taking the stage, Russell Hitchcock(Vocals) and Graham Russell(Guitar / Vocals) are met with a standing ovation. Their synergy is evident as they deliver a setlist that spans their extensive catalog, each song resonating deeply with the audience. The band’s current touring members enhance the performance with their exceptional musicianship: Aaron McLain(Lead Guitar / Musical Director), Mirko Tessandori(Keyboards), Doug Gild(Bass) and Pavel Valdman(Drums). Accompanying the band in the string section are Cassie Olso(Cello) and Hannah Brown(Cello). Each member contributes to the rich, full sound that defines Air Supply’s live performances, ensuring that the music remains as impactful as ever.
About mid-way through the set, as is tradition at an Air Supply show, Graham will take the opportunity to recite poetry and in this case, perform a song. Prior to getting his 5 minutes to shine, Graham and Russell recount the beginnings of Air Supply. The story of Air Supply begins on May 12, 1975, when Graham Russell and Russell Hitchcock met during rehearsals for the Australian production of Jesus Christ Superstar in Sydney. Discovering a shared passion for music and harmony, they begin performing together in local venues, gradually building a following with their heartfelt songs and distinctive sound. Their dedication and talent leads to the release of their debut single, “Love and Other Bruises,” marking the start of a remarkable musical journey.
The set list for the evening is just an ongoing barrage of hit after hit after hit. As the evening concludes, the audience departs with hearts full of cherished memories and melodies that have stood the test of time, a testament to Air Supply’s remarkable 50-year journey in music.
For fans eager to experience the magic of Air Supply live, the 50th Anniversary Tour continues with the following dates:
- May 9, 2025 – The HALL at Live!, Hanover, MD
- May 13, 2025 – Stern Auditorium / Perelman Stage at Carnegie Hall, New York, NY
- May 16, 2025 – River City Casino Hotel, St. Louis, MO
- May 17, 2025 – Ameristar Casino Kansas City, Kansas City, MO
- May 18, 2025 – Paramount Theatre, Denver, CO
- May 23-24, 2025 – Westgate Las Vegas Resort & Casino, Las Vegas, NV
- May 30-31, 2025 – OLG Stage at Fallsview Casino, Niagara Falls, ON, Canada
- June 5, 2025 – Pikes Peak Center, Colorado Springs, CO
- June 6, 2025 – Spokane Live @ Spokane Tribe Resort & Casino, Airway Heights, WA
- June 19, 2025 – Alameda County Fairgrounds, Pleasanton, CA
- June 20, 2025 – Angel of the Winds Casino, Arlington, WA
- July 11, 2025 – Silver Legacy Casino, Reno, NV
- July 13, 2025 – California State Fair, Sacramento, CA
- July 18, 2025 – The HALL at Live!, Hanover, MD
- July 19, 2025 – Holland Center, Omaha, NE
- July 20, 2025 – Des Moines Performing Arts – Civic Center, Des Moines, IA
- July 26, 2025 – Lucas Oil Live, Winstar World Casino & Resort, Thackerville, OK
- July 27, 2025 – Majestic Theatre, San Antonio, TX
- July 30, 2025 – Sandy Amphitheater, Sandy, UT
- August 1, 2025 – Quad-Cities Waterfront Convention Center, Bettendorf, IA
- August 3, 2025 – The Rose Music Center at The Heights, Huber Heights, OH
- August 6, 2025 – Hampton Beach Casino Ballroom, Hampton Beach, NH
- August 8, 2025 – American Music Theater, Lancaster, PA
- August 22, 2025 – Mountain Winery, Saratoga, CA
- August 23-24, 2025 – Pechanga Resort & Casino, Temecula, CA
- August 26-31, 2025 – Blue Note Hawaii, Honolulu, HI
- September 9, 2025 – State Theatre, Sydney, NSW, Australia
- September 11, 2025 – Concert Hall, Sydney Opera House, Sydney, NSW, Australia
- September 12, 2025 – Palais Theatre, Saint Kilda, VIC, Australia
- September 13, 2025 – Melbourne Town Hall, Melbourne, VIC, Australia
- October 3-4, 2025 – Westgate Las Vegas Resort & Casino, Las Vegas, NV
- October 5, 2025 – Humphreys Concerts by the Bay, San Diego, CA
- October 19, 2025 – Palace Theatre, Stamford, CT
- November 1, 2025 – Music Hall Center, Detroit, MI
- November 22, 2025 – Ovens Auditorium, Charlotte, NC
- December 5, 2025 – The Theater at MGM National Harbor, National Harbor, MD
Each performance promises to be a celebration of the duo’s enduring legacy and a testament to their influence on the soft rock genre.
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Setlist:
- Sweet Dreams
- Even the Nights Are Better
- Just as I Am
- Every Woman in the World
- Here I Am (Just When I Thought I Was Over You)
- Chances
- Goodbye
- I Can Wait Forever
- G’s Spot (Poem read by Graham Russell)
- There’s Only One Forever (Graham Russell solo)
- Two Less Lonely People in the World
- The One That You Love
- Lost in Love
- Making Love Out of Nothing at All
- Without You (Encore)
- All Out of Love (Encore)
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