The Romantics formally became a band on Valentine’s Day, 1977. Bred on the mean streets of Detroit’s east side, they were inspired by American Roots Rock, the British Invasion and their hometown music scene. Nearly 50 years later, they are still celebrated for having created some of the most influential and beloved rock and roll of all time.

Known for their MTV video hits including “What I Like About You,” “Talking In Your Sleep” and “One In A Million” – along with fan favorites “Rock You Up”, “When I Look In Your Eyes” and a cover of The Kinks “She’s Got Everything”; The Romantics also exemplify the Detroit sound alongside fellow rockers the MC5, The Stooges, Bob Seger, Mitch Ryder, The Rationals, SRC, and The Underdogs.

In addition to being a staple on classic and contemporary terrestrial rock radio, as well as numerous television commercials and movie soundtracks, The Romantics have been enjoying airplay for their newer material courtesy of Little Steven’s Underground Garage radio show on Sirius XM.

The Romantics – Wally Palmar on Lead vocals, Coz Canler on Lead guitar, Bruce Witkin on Bass, Joey Malone on Guitar, and Mike Rizzi on Drums – are currently touring across the world in 2025 and 2026