Tower of Power, the Bay Area–born iconic funk/soul band and pioneers that have toured without interruption since 1968, return to Billboard Live for the first time in about two years. Formed in Oakland, California, around Emilio Castillo and Stephen “Doc” Kupka, they swept the scene in the 1970s with hits like “What Is Hip?” and “You’re Still a Young Man,” and contributed to works by Aerosmith, Elton John, Little Feat, and more. In recent years, they released their first holiday EP, “It’s Christmas,” in 2024, and last year keyboardist/vocalist Mike Jarell rejoined the band, stepping in for Roger Smith’s retirement. Now in its 58th year, they show no signs of slowing down—continuing to perform energetically and with dynamism. Experience the powerful horn sound, tight rhythms, and thrilling vocals that deliver an overwhelming groove on stage.