Soboba Casino Resort brings legendary funk band WAR for 50th anniversary show
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Soboba Casino Resort brings legendary funk band WAR for 50th anniversary show

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Soboba Casino Resort brings legendary funk band WAR for 50th anniversary show

When a band has shaped the soundtrack of American life for over half a century, their live shows become more than concerts—they become history lessons. That’s exactly what’s on tap when WAR brings its 50th Anniversary Greatest Hits Tour to Soboba Casino Resort on December 19th.

Soboba Casino Resort brings legendary funk band WAR for 50th anniversary show

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WAR 50th Anniversary Greatest Hits Tour

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WAR at Soboba Casino Resort December 19th

SAN JACINTO, CA, UNITED STATES, November 11, 2026 /EINPresswire.com/ — Soboba Casino Resort is proud to welcome legendary funk, soul and rock band WAR and its 50th Anniversary Greatest Hits Tour to the Soboba Casino Resort Event Center on Saturday, December 19th at 8pm. The show is for guests 21 and over only.

For more than five decades, WAR has created an unmistakable sound blending funk, soul, R&B, rock, Latin music, jazz and blues. The band first broke through internationally after joining forces with former Animals frontman Eric Burdon, recording the worldwide hit “Spill the Wine.” WAR went on to establish an identity all its own with a remarkable collection of songs that have become part of the American musical landscape, including “Low Rider,” “Why Can’t We Be Friends?,” “The Cisco Kid,” “The World Is a Ghetto,” “Slippin’ Into Darkness,” “All Day Music” and “Summer.”

The band reached new heights with its album “The World Is a Ghetto,” which became Billboard’s best-selling album of 1973. In 1975 WAR released “Why Can’t We Be Friends?,” featuring two of the group’s most enduring songs, “Low Rider” and the title track “Why Can’t We Be Friends?” Throughout its career, WAR has earned 17 gold, platinum or multi-platinum certifications, while its music has continued to reach new generations through film, television, advertising, sampling and covers by other artists.

In 2026, WAR is celebrating another milestone: the 50th anniversary of its landmark “Greatest Hits” collection. The anniversary is being commemorated with a special 50th-anniversary reissue and the Greatest Hits Tour, giving longtime fans and new audiences the opportunity to experience the music that has made WAR one of the most enduring bands of its generation.

For tickets: visit soboba.com/entertainment or call (866) 476-2622. Show is 21 & over.

Upcoming shows include:
November 20 – Taylor Dayne
November 21 – Scotty McCreery
December 4 – Marlon Wayans
December 19 – WAR, 50th Anniversary Greatest Hits Tour

About Soboba Casino Resort:
The all-new Soboba Casino Resort property, opened in 2019, is nestled against the stunning backdrop of the San Jacinto Mountains, and is a premier gaming, hospitality, and entertainment destination located near San Jacinto and Hemet, California. Spanning 474,000 square feet across more than 200 acres, the resort features over 2,000 slot machines, a wide variety of table games, and a six-story hotel with 200 upscale rooms and suites. Guests enjoy multiple dining and bar options, live music, nightlife, and year-round entertainment featuring top national acts. Beyond the casino, amenities include the PGA-rated Soboba Springs Golf Course, 21 pickleball courts, and a robust calendar of concerts, comedy shows, and sporting events.
Owned and operated by the Soboba Band of Luiseño Indians, Soboba Casino Resort blends cultural tradition with modern luxury, serving as both a community landmark and the Valley’s leading destination for gaming, relaxation, and world-class entertainment.

For more information, visit www.soboba.com.

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Cara Cohan
Soboba Casino Resort
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Why it matters: This concert is a rare chance to hear a band with 17 gold, platinum, or multi-platinum certifications perform the hits that defined an era—live. For fans in Southern California, it’s also a reminder that Soboba Casino Resort is becoming a serious destination for legacy acts, not just gaming.


David Hall

David Hall

David is the senior editor at TheTuneMag. He has a background in journalism and has worked with various media outlets, covering topics ranging from album reviews and artist interviews to music news and genre spotlights. When he is not writing, David enjoys reading, hiking, photography, and exploring new coffee shops.