NASHVILLE, Tenn. – GRAMMY® winning multi-platinum group KC and The Sunshine Band unveil their 10-track Christmas remix compilation of the timeless holiday classic, “Last Christmas” (The Remixes), available everywhere today. People.com exclusively premiered a first listen to “Last Christmas” (Eric Kupper Radio Remix) noting that the “Grammy-winning funk band is kicking off the holiday season with an energetic track.”
To stream and download “Last Christmas” (The Remixes), click HERE.
Additionally, the group just announced their 2024 Winter Tour. Dates for the tour, which kicks off Feb. 1 in Rochester, N.Y. and runs through March 15 in Louisville, Ky., are listed below. For tickets and more information, click HERE.
KC and The Sunshine Band has celebrated over 50 years of making booties shake. They gave a voice to a generation, helped define an entire culture and continue to make an impact today. With over five decades of success, the group, led by Harry Wayne “KC” Casey, has been in a state of constant renewal in their niche of cultural relevancy–thanks in part to their music being featured in numerous motion picture soundtracks, television shows and national advertising campaigns.
“I can’t wait to hit the road next year and bring a little more sunshine to some of my favorite cities and shake my booty with my fans. You better bring your boogie shoes! The Boogie Man is Ready to Get Down tonight!” KC shared.
KC and The Sunshine Band formed in 1973 with one single purpose: to create instant happiness through music – and the group has done just that, topping the charts with singles including “That’s the Way (I Like It),” “Get Down Tonight,” and “(Shake, Shake, Shake) Shake Your Booty,” tallying worldwide sales of over 100 million, and receiving numerous awards. In 2013, KC was honored with two distinct Lifetime Achievement Awards, made several television appearances and earned a new star on the Palm Springs Walk of Fame in his home state of Florida, which accompanies his previously awarded national recognition of a star on The Hollywood Walk of Fame. KC and The Sunshine Band continue to tour heavily throughout the U.S. and internationally, as well as collaborate and appear with other superstars.
KC AND THE SUNSHINE BAND 2023 TOUR DATES:
Dec. 8 Bergen Performing Arts Center – Englewood, N.J.
Dec. 9 Hollywood Casino at Charles Town Races – Ranson, W.Va.
Dec. 30 Segerstrom Center for the Arts – Costa Mesa, Calif.
Dec. 31 Agua Caliente Casino Resort & Spa – Rancho Mirage, Calif.
KC AND THE SUNSHINE BAND 2024 TOUR DATES:
Feb. 1 Kodak Center – Rochester, N.Y.
Feb. 2 Santander Performing Arts Center – Reading, Pa.
Feb. 3 Hershey Theatre – Hershey, Pa.
Feb. 22 Bologna Performing Arts Center – Cleveland, Miss.
March 1 St. George Theatre – Staten Island, N.Y.
March 2 Twin River Casino – Lincoln, R.I.
March 14 Ryman Auditorium – Nashville, Tenn.
March 15 The Louisville Palace – Louisville, Ky.
To keep up with KC and The Sunshine Band, follow them on Facebook, Twitter and Instagram and visit heykcsb.com for more information.
ABOUT KC AND THE SUNSHINE BAND:
KC and the Sunshine Band are still as widely popular today as they were when they first danced into the music scene 50 years ago. Harry Wayne Casey—KC for short—developed a unique fusion of R&B and funk, with a hint of a Latin percussion groove, giving us an impressive string of hits like “Get Down Tonight,” “That’s The Way (I Like It)” and “Shake Your Booty.” With sales of over 100 million records, nine Grammy nominations, three Grammy Awards and an American Music Award, KC and the Sunshine Band was one of the most progressive bands of the 70s and is credited with changing the sound of modern pop music. Today, KC and the Sunshine Band play over 100 live shows annually, circling the country and playing dates regularly throughout Europe, Australia and South America. This year KC will celebrate 50 years of entertaining us, writing songs, and performing around the world and has no intention of stopping. KC’s success in music has earned him an extensive list of accolades including an American Music Award for Best R&B Artist in 1975 and a songwriting Grammy for Best R&B song for “Where Is The Love,” which was recorded by Betty Wright. He also received a Grammy Award for Album of the Year, as well as Producer of the Year in 1978 for his work on the Saturday Night Fever soundtrack. In 2001, KC was honored with the NARAS Governor’s Award, the highest honor given by a chapter of the Academy. He received a coveted Star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame in 2002, where Dick Clark and music producer Michael Lloyd turned out to honor him. This particular recognition represents the passion that KC has in writing music, implementing elements of various eras in his songs, proving him to be a passionate, veteran craftsman. All of these career highlights are chronicled in his book, That’s The Way I Like It – The Harry Wayne Casey Story, which was published that same year. KC’s music continues to be a favorite today. His songs have appeared in ads for companies like General Motors, Burger King, Payless Shoes, Papa John’s Pizza, Old Navy and Nick at Nite. His music has also been featured in over 200 commercials and movies such as Forrest Gump (“Get Down Tonight”), Boogie Nights (“Boogie Shoes”), Boys Don’t Cry (“Rock Your Baby”), Rush Hour (“Get Down Tonight”), Carlito’s Way (“Rock Your Baby,” “Shake Your Booty” and “That’s The Way I Like It”) and Austin Powers in Goldmember (“Shake Your Booty”). In the summer of 2003, KC also had a cameo in the feature film The In-Laws starring Michael Douglas and Albert Brooks.
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