The Isley Brothers with The Commodores

The Isley Brothers, who have enjoyed a chart-topping presence for eight decades, will bring their deep catalogue to the Bank Five Nine Main Stage on Tuesday, August 11.  

Since The Isley Brothers first conquered radio play with their iconic breakout hit "Shout!", The Isley Brothers have continually redefined their music and its genre, dominating the Black music charts like no other. They're sure to get the crowd moving with songs like "It's Your Thing," "That Lady," "Get into Something" and more hits that date back to their start in the 1950s. 

The Commodores – one of the greatest Motown and R&B / funk acts of all time – will kick off the evening. Get the night grooving with hits like "Brickhouse," "Nightshift," "Machine Gun," and "Sail On;" plus, so many more that have been heard the world over. 

All seating for this show is reserved, and tickets range from $56 – $76. Each concert ticket includes admission to State Fair for the day of the show when purchased prior to entering the State Fair. Venue opens at 6:30pm for show seating. 

Wisconsin State Fair is not responsible for tickets purchased from third parties. No single ticket for this concert should exceed a ticket price of $76.

The Isley Brothers stand alone in the history of American music as a band with an unparalleled impact on the likes of The Beatles and Ice Cube. With a chart-topping presence spanning eight consecutive decades, from the '50s to the present day, they have etched their place as one of the most influential groups in the history of popular music. 

Originating as a teenage gospel quartet in the mid-'50s, formed by the eldest Isley Brothers – O'Kelly, Rudolph, Ronald and Vernon – their musical journey took a tragic turn when Vernon, age 13, met an untimely end while riding his bike. Undeterred, the remaining three brothers, spurred by their parents, relocated to New York City in 1957 to embark on a rock 'n' roll career. The inaugural fruit of their collaboration was the iconic "Shout!" – a massive hit with enduring popularity, featured on the "Animal House" soundtrack and likely playing at events worldwide right now. 

From their debut single and album in 1959, The Isley Brothers continually redefined their music and its genre, dominating the Black music charts like no other. With notable figures such as Jimi Hendrix and Elton John joining their ranks as backing musicians, The Isley Brothers crafted a legendary discography. Their journey included early rock 'n' roll success, a stint with Motown Records, and a prolific independent phase with T-Neck Records, reshaping R&B along the way. 

Their repertoire encompasses diverse works, from the underrated "Givin' It Back" to soul-funk masterpieces like "3+3" and "Go for Your Guns," and even ventures into glitter rock with "Brother, Brother, Brother." They embraced disco with "Winner Takes All" and later produced one of the finest quiet storm albums, "Between the Sheets." Transitioning to the '90s with baby-making jams, a triumphant 2001comeback ("Eternal"), and the 2006 release, "Baby Makin' Music," The Isley Brothers prove there's an album for every mood. 

Inducted into the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame in 1992 alongside guitarist Jimi Hendrix, the group achieved Songwriter's Hall of Fame induction in 2022 and received a GRAMMY Lifetime Achievement Award in 2014. Boasting millions of records sold, sixteen Top 40 albums, and sold-out arenas worldwide, their impact is indelible. 

Learn more about The Isley Brothers on their website: The Isley Brothers • Home.