The Mavericks & Friends coming to Rialto Square Theatre in Joliet Nov. 8

The Mavericks Friends will be at the Rialto Square Theatre in downtown Joliet on Sunday, Nov. 8. For three decades, The Mavericks carved out their Grammy-winning sound – a multicultural version of American roots music, blending stateside influences like country and rock roll with the border-crossing textures of Cuban grooves, Tex-Mex twang and Latin swagger.The Mavericks enjoyed mainstream success during the ’90s (when songs like “All You Ever Do Is Bring Me Down” became staples on country radio) before reinventing themselves as genre-bending independents during the 2010s and beyond.The Mavericks are returning to the road this year after the death of founder Raul Malo, performing classics like “Come Unto Me,” “Back In Your Arms Again,” and “As Long As There’s Loving Tonight” for the fans who helped make those songs legendary. Presented as “The Mavericks Friends,” these all-star shows will feature a decade-spanning version of the band, along with guest singers like Emily West and