Grand Funk Railroad brings classic rock to Potter Center on Oct. 24

Grand Funk Railroad will bring its high-energy classic rock show to Jackson College’s Potter Center at 7 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 24, 2026.

Formed in Flint, Michigan, in 1969, Grand Funk Railroad became one of America’s top-selling rock bands of the 1970s. The group continues to connect generations of fans with their enduring hits, including “We’re an American Band,” “Some Kind of Wonderful,” “I’m Your Captain/Closer to Home,” and “The Loco-Motion.” They boast a celebrated history with more than 25 million albums sold, 19 charting singles and numerous gold and platinum certifications.

Affectionately known as The American Band, Grand Funk Railroad continues to pack venues nationwide with their unmistakable mix of hard-driving rock, soulful vocals, and anthemic hits. More than five decades after its formation, the band continues to tour, bringing its signature sound to longtime fans and new audiences alike, now on the Still Shinin’ On Tour 2026. Founding members Don Brewer (vocals and drums) and Mel Schacher (bass) are joined by vocalist and keyboardist Tim Cashion and guitarist Mark Chatfield.

Grand Funk Railroad comes to the Potter Center on Saturday, Oct. 24, at 7 p.m. Tickets start at $35 and are available online at the Potter Center website, by phone at 517.796.8600, or at the Potter Center Box Office, open Monday-Friday, 10 a.m.-4 p.m.

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