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November 2023
Brandon Commodore’s NRG
Jazz, Hip-Hop & Soul
Nov 20, 2023 • 7PM • $20/15
“one of the most exciting bandleaders in the Midwest” – Jazz88 Promising a mix of jazz, hip-hop and soul, NRG is set to make its Dakota debut. The show promises to continue NRG’s musical journey with new originals and new reworkings of classic songs from multiple genres, all delivered by the great array of Minneapolis […]
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A Night of Classic Rock
w/ The Classic American Rockers
Nov 21, 2023 • 7PM • $45/40/35
The Classic American Rockers is a classic rock band made up of world-class musicians who have toured with some of the biggest names in show business including Bob Dylan, Steve Miller, Boz Scaggs, Fleetwood Mac, Kenny Loggins, Prince, The Pretenders, Stevie Nicks, Peter Frampton, John Mayer, and Bonnie Raitt to name a few. The band […]
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Rogue Valley & Sophia Shorai Trio
Earthy Grooves & Soulful Pop
Nov 22, 2023 • 7PM • $25/20
“Koza is a rare talent… the band around him occupies similar rarefied air.” –No Depression “abundant joy… the prominence of [Shorai’s] enthusiasm is hard to ignore.” – All About Jazz Winter in Minnesota is a time to slow down. Time to reflect. Time to count blessings, and reconnect with loved ones. Time to recall […]
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Thanksgiving w/ Jearlyn & Fred Steele
Uplifting Soul & Pop
Nov 23, 2023 • 7PM • $35/30/25
CLICK HERE to add the Chef’s Thanksgiving Dinner>> A $35 turkey dinner with all of the trimmings is available with your ticket purchase as a pre-order. Turkey dinner features that are not pre-ordered are not guaranteed. Dessert and beverages are not included. “an integral part of the MN sound” – MPR Hailing from Indiana, Jearlyn Steele grew […]
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Nachito Herrera & Ginger Commodore
Celebrating Twenty Years on Nicollet Mall
Nov 24, 2023 • 7PM • $50/45/40
“One of the world’s great Cuban pianists. [Nachito] blends jaw-dropping technique and rich, powerful soulfulness in an amazing display of musical power and emotion.” – TEDx Talks “Ginger possesses some of the sweetest and most clarion pipes in town.” – City Pages A special double bill featuring two artists with particularly strong and historic […]
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Kathleen Johnson Presents: Classic Aretha
feat. Rhonda Johnson, Tia P., Cornisha Garmon, Yemi Love, and Lamont Keten
Nov 25, 2023 • 7PM • $30/25
“an unbelievable night of iconic songs” – Explore MN Kathleen Johnson of Musicians4Musicians and Greats Gone 2 Soon live music series presents: Classic Aretha! From the co-producer of “The Spirit of Whitney”, “The Mystery of Etta James”, and co-Music Director of “Aretha and Her Men” and “Love TKO… tribute to Teddy Pendergrass” comes “Classic Aretha”. […]
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Mother Banjo Band – 10th Anniversary Vinyl Release: The Devil Hasn’t Won
w/ special guest Annie Mack
Nov 26, 2023 • 7PM • $25/20/15
“simple, powerful songwriting” – Pioneer Press The award-winning Mother Banjo Band returns to the Dakota for a joy-filled night of folk, roots and soulful Americana, celebrating the tenth-anniversary vinyl release of their best-selling gospel album The Devil Hasn’t Won. The album was originally released in 2013 with a sold-out show at the Dakota, and the full 5-piece band […]
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George Maurer Group Annual Holiday Show
Clever Contemporary Christmas Tunes
Nov 27, 2023 • 7PM • $30/25/20
“What’s the Maurer magic? A mix of wit, sophistication, humor and keeping it fresh.” – Minnpost This merry band of “genre-bending eclectics” (Jazz88) has been entertaining sold-out houses at the Dakota with their annual holiday show since 2000. Taking the stage by storm with their irreverent style and sly musical humor, the George Maurer […]
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Maurice Jacox & We Still R
Revered MN Soul
Nov 28, 2023 • 7PM • $30/25
“Twin Cities legendary vocalist”– Twin Cities Daily Planet Maurice Jacox has been a part of the Twin Cities music scene since the late 1960s as a member and lead singer of Willie and the Bees, The Butane Soul Review, The Soul Tight Committee and most recently, Maurice Jacox and We Still R. He toured […]
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Leo Kottke: Live at the Ordway
w/ special guest John Gorka
Iconic Guitar Master
Nov 28, 2023 • 7:30PM • $75-45
“wild, highly technical blend of bluegrass, folk, and jazz and classical” – Rolling Stone After recording more than 40 albums over four decades, prolific guitarist Leo Kottke boasts an impressive body of work and an unrivaled fingerpicking style that has won him two Grammy nominations and widespread acclaim. Drawing inspiration from folk, blues and jazz, […]
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It’s because of concerts like this that I can’t stand living in Los Angeles. Why is it that Lowell Pickett’s Dakota … gets artists and tours to come to Minneapolis, MN and not darken the doors of any club in LA?
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