The top 3 Lehigh Valley-area concerts this week bring some show-stopping performances to town. First, The Reverend Horton Heat take their psychobilly sound to Sellersville playing hits from their 25-year career, showcasing why they’ve always been a mainstay in their scene. Next, Jeffrey Gaines straps on his guitar for a performance at Godfrey Daniels, playing his soul-searching hits and well-known renditions.
And last, Paul Anka, who has the distinction of being the only artist ever to have a song on the Billboard charts in seven consecutive decades, arrives at the State Theater for a career-spanning performance. When: 8 p.m.
Friday Where: Sellersville Theater, 24 W. Temple Ave., Sellersville How much: $39.
50-$79.50 Tickets: www.st94.
com/ 215-257-5808 Musical style: Psychobilly, rock and roll, rockabilly Known for hits like: “Psychobilly Freakout,” “Bales of Cocaine,” “Galaxy 500,” “I Can’t Surf” and “Baddest of the Bad.” Meet the band: Formed in 1986, Reverend Horton Heat has been the creative outlet for Jim Heath and his band ever since. They’ve released 10 full-length albums, three “best-of” collections, two DVDs, and have given thousands upon thousands of live performances.
The band’s music has been featured on “Beavis and Butthead,” “Tony Hawk’s Pro Skater 3,” “Homicide: Life on the Street,” “Far Cry 5,” and more. Known for their legendary showmanship, psychobilly sound, and ability to blend country, surf, punk, big band,.
