About Me

Come out and ROCK!

Karen Hart's first performance was at the Rosemont Horizon and she has been ROCKIN' ever since. Karen started her own band, the Karen Hart Band , performing at large festivals such as; The Taste of Chicago, Schaumburg Septemberfest, Bolingbrook Jubilee, Northlake Days, Naperville Last Fling, Carol Stream Fest, Woodridge Jubilee, Frankfort Fall Fest, Batavia Windmill City Fest, Bartlett 4th of July Fest, Plainfield Fest, Bloomingdale Septemberfest, Taste of Polonia, Cantigny, Taste of Lombard, Monee Fall Faire, Lisle Eyes to the Skies, Winfield Good Old Days, West Chicago Railroad Days, Berwyn Centennial Festival, Long Grove Festivals, Somonauk Summerfest, and Worth Days to name a few.

Karen has shared the stage with national acts such as the Gin Blossims, the Smithereens, Dennis DeYoung, the Ides of March, Davy Jones and the New Colony Six. Karen Hart's high-energy and powerful vocals leave no doubt she can ROCK like few others. Her love of music is evident in her performance and watching the fun she has on stage, you can't help but join in on it.

Karen Hart Band

Karen Hart Band performs Classic Rock!

Based out of Chicago, Karen Hart Band performs Classic Rock favorites with ENERGY!

KHB has four experienced and solid musicians who love what they are doing entertaining all ages with their great song selection. Their high-energy shows are filled with variety, flashy guitar work with a memorable show that continues to rock audiences of all ages. KHB takes exceptional care and precision to duplicate the original studio recordings live on stage without backing tracks, just incredible musicianship paying tribute to the spirit of Classic Rock and the Power Women of ROCK!

Karen also performs in a few tribute bands;

Karen as Chrissie Hynde from the Pretenders in Just Pretending
Karen as Nancy Wilson from Heart in Just Pretending and Heartless
Karen as Linda McCartney in Band on the Run (a Paul McCartney Tribute band) Band on the Run
Karen as Christine McVie in Fleetwood Mach Fleetwood Mach

Karen also has and is still jamming with Classic Rock bands such as Wild Blue, Cheap Dates, Gui, Zipper, ZSharp, Battlefield, Heart to Heartbreaker, Heartless and the NoSeeums.

Tributes

Just Pretending - a Tribute to the Pretenders!

Just Pretending features the music of The Pretenders!

Based out of Chicago, Just Pretending performs an authentic tribute to The Pretenders. The band's focus is on capturing the true essence of The Pretenders playing all of the songs for the enjoyment of an all-age audience.

Just Pretending takes exceptional care and precision to duplicate the original studio recordings live on stage without backing tracks, just incredible musicianship paying tribute to the spirit and music of The Pretenders!

Just Pretending brings an incredible tribute show recreating The Pretenders legendary sound to the stage with a powerful rock concert performing all their hits.

Just Pretending is the perfect band for your festival, corporate event, club, private party, wedding, or any special occasion.

Just Pretending - a Tribute to Heart!

Just Pretending features the music of Heart!

Based out of Chicago, Just Pretending also performs an authentic tribute to Heart. Check back for more information!

Band on the Run - a Tribute to Paul McCartney & Wings

Band on the Run

Band on the Run The Ultimate Tribute to Paul McCartney and Wings performend in a "Wings Over America" style concert presentation.

Fleetwood Mach - a Tribute to Fleetwood Mac

Fleetwood Mach

Fleetwood Mach has performed to sold out crowds at many large venues including theaters. From their note-for-note renditions of classic hits like “Dreams” and “Rhiannon” to their spellbinding recreations of lesser-known gems, this six piece band will stop you from thinking about tomorrow because you will only be able to focus on the night of great music. Fleetwood Mach pays attention to all the details presenting an amazing tribute to Fleetwood Mac.

Almost Heart - a Tribute to Heart

Almost Heart

Almost Heart performs the music of Ann & Nancy Wilson of Heart in southwest Florida. Check back for more info!

Shows

Check back for updates so you can come out and ROCK with us!

Fleetwood Mach @ Rusty's Cape Coral

1/3/2025 7:00p

Come out and see Fleetwood Mach, a tribute to Fleetwood Mac, in Cape Coral followed by Zeppelin Nation.

4631 SE 10th Pl, Cape Coral, FL

NoSeeums @ Glen Eagles in Estero, FL

2/23/2025 6:00p - 8:00p

Karen has joined the NoSeeums, come on out and dance till your feet get sore.

Concert in the Park

NoSeeums @ Pelican Park in Estero, FL

3/15/2025 5:00p - 8:00p

Karen has joined the NoSeeums, come out to the Concert in the Park and dance till your feet get sore.

NoSeeums @ The River Club in Estero, FL

4/8/2025 6:00p - 8:00p

Karen has joined the NoSeeums, come on out and dance till your feet get sore.

NoSeeums @ in Turnberry in Estero, FL

4/6/2025 5:00p - 7:00p

Karen has joined the NoSeeums, come on out and dance till your feet get sore.

Almost Heart @ Mount Dora Music Hall Community Building - Mount Dora, FL

4/11/2025 7:30p

Almost Heart along with Zeppelin Nation.
Doors Open: 630PM Show Begins: 730PM

Tickets $29.50 - $52.50. Click Here to purchase tickets.

Mount Dora Music Hall Community Building, 520 North Baker Street Mount Dora, FL 32757 Map

Almost Heart

5/2/2025 TBD

Almost Heart along with Zeppelin Nation.

Check back for more info.

Band on the Run @ Bourbon Street, Merionette Park, IL

5/21/2025 8:00p

Head on out to Bourbon Street for a great show at a great venue. Come hungry and thirsty!

Bourbon Street, 3359 W 115th St, Merrionette Park, IL 60803-4556 Map

Band on the Run @ Lincoln Square Theater, Decatur, IL

6/28/2025 8:00p

Band on the Run will be performing at the Lincoln Square Theater in Decatur.

141 N. Main St, Decatur, IL Map

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Previous Shows

Photos

Karen Hart Band

Just Pretending

Band on the Run

Fleetwood Mach

Material

Karen Hart Band - Classic Rock Artists Covered

4 Non Blondes
Blues Brothers
Bon Jovi
Brian Adams
Beatles
Pat Benetar
Jimmy Buffett
Blondie
Melissa Etheridge
Fleetwood Mac
Janis Joplin
Joan Jett
John Mellencamp
Tom Petty
The Pretenders
Rolling Stones
Stealers Wheel
Stray Cats
SRV
T Rex
KT Tunsall
U2
Van Morrison
Wild Cherry

The Pretenders

Middle of the Road
Back on the Chain Gang
Mystery Achievment
Talk of the Town
Don't Get Me Wrong
Brass in Pocket
I'll Stand by You
Precious
My City was Gone
Message of Love
Cuban Slide
Time the Avenger
The Wait
Night in my Veins
Human
Stop Your Sobbing
Boots of Chinese Plastic
Kid
Show Me
Tattooed Love Boys

Heart

All I Wanna Do
Alone
Barracuda
Bebe LeStrange
Crazy on You
Dog & Butterfly
Dreamboat Annie
Even it Up
Heartless
If Looks Could Kill
Kick It Out
Little Queen
Love Alive
Magic Man
Never
Nothing at All
Red Velvet Car
Straight On
Stranded
There’s the Girl
These Dreams
What About Love
White Lightning and Wine
Who Will You Run To
Wild Child

Band on the Run

Back in the USSR
Band on the Run
Blackbird
Got to Get U into My Life
Hi Hi Hi
I’ve just seen a Face
Juniors Farm
Lady Madonna
Let Em In
Let Me Roll It
Letting Go
Listen What the Man Said
Live & Let Die
Lucille
Maybe I’m Amazed
Medicine Jar
Mrs. Vandebilt
My Love
Silly Love Songs
This One
Uncle Albert
Venus/RockShow/Jet
Yesterday

Fleetwood Mach

Go Your Own Way
Rhiannon
Gold Dust Woman
Landslide
Don't Stop
Dreams
Gypsy
Edge of 17
Talk to Me
Stop Draggin’ My Heart
The Chain
Landslide
Leather & Lace
Sara
Everywhere
Little Lies
Rooms on Fire
Monday Morning
Over My Head
Say You Love Me
Second Hand News
Silver Springs
Seven Wonders
Songbird
You Make Loving Fun

Audio/Video

See Audio and Video on the band websites:

Karen Hart Band

Just Pretending

Band on the Run

Fleetwood Mach

Contact

Call to book your next event!

(630) 445-1580
Or
Email: VinylVixensBand@gmail.com