The Ohio Players Performing At Rivers Casino Pittsburgh

’70s R&B sensation hits The Event Center on May 4

PITTSBURGH — March 8, 2019 — The Ohio Players, best known for its popular hits “O-H-I-O,” “Love Rollercoaster” and “Fire,” brings its iconic, contemporary R&B concert to The Event Center at Rivers Casino on Saturday, May 4, at 8 p.m. Tickets are on sale now and start at $25. 

Not only has the Ohio Players influenced the funk and soul music scene for many decades, its unmatched horn-driven melodies have earned the group a gold disc for its first hit single, “Funky Worm,” as well as for the chart-topping record “Love Rollercoaster.” In addition to these two accolades, many of its other songs have also reached top spots on the Billboard Hot 100 and R&B charts. 

Formerly known as the Ohio Untouchables, the group has over 50 years of experience in the music industry. The band has released 16 studio albums and had multiple No. 1 hits. The group has pioneered the soul, funk and R&B genres with its unique sound, eye-popping album covers and polished facade. Even after the Ohio Players released its last album in 2016, members of the band continued to create music and release many albums of their own. 

“The Ohio Players have a classic R&B sound that is incomparable,” said Rivers Casino General Manager Bill Keena. “We’re very excited to have them perform at The Event Center.”

Tickets for the Ohio Players show and for all Rivers Casino Pittsburgh performances can be purchased at the Rivers Casino Gift Shop or at RiversCasino.com. 

In addition to live performances and concerts, The Event Center at Rivers Casino Pittsburgh can be reserved for a variety of occasions, including corporate receptions, seminars, trade shows, weddings and more. The space features theatre-style seating for over 2,000 people or up to 800 for sit-down functions and includes an integrated pre-function area. 

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ABOUT RIVERS CASINO PITTSBURGH

Located along the Ohio River’s North Shore in Pittsburgh, Rivers Casino Pittsburgh features 2,710 slots, 124 table games (including a 30-table live poker room), 45 hybrid gaming seats and a designated Sportsbook area for live sports betting. The casino offers nine distinctive restaurants and bars — among them are Wheelhouse Bar & Grill, Grand View Buffet and FLIPT — a riverside amphitheater, a black box Event Center space, a multipurpose Ballroom, live music performances, free parking and promotions and giveaways daily. Rivers, which opened in 2009, employs approximately 1,700 Team Members and has been voted a great place to work in Pittsburgh. Rivers Casino Pittsburgh is owned and operated by Rush Street Gaming and its affiliates. For more information, visit RiversCasino.com. 

EDITORS NOTE: A photo of the Ohio Players is embedded in this release.

MEDIA CONTACT: 
Hunter Filippo
For Rivers Casino
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