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SUMMARY:Joyann Parker Band
DESCRIPTION:“dynamically emotional and goosebumps-inducing voice” – Jon Bream\, Star Tribune\n  \nJoyann Parker is a roots and soul singer-songwriter featuring powerhouse vocals and emotionally rich\, genre-blending sound. Moreover\, she has become one of the most compelling independent artists in today’s modern roots landscape. Here\, Parker pairs raw vocal authority with deeply human storytelling. Further\, she draws from blues\, gospel\, jazz\, R&B\, and vintage Americana\, with electrifying live performances and unwavering authenticity. Thus\, she has built a devoted fanbase through craft\, connection\, and emotional honesty. Her albums Out of the Dark (2021) and Roots (2023) both charted on the Billboard Blues chart. There\, this achievement is driven entirely by her fan community and is a defining milestone in her career. \nParker’s next chapter arrives with 2026’s Life Lines. Now\, the album represents a bold evolution in her artistry. Parker is inspired by the stories written across our lives\, memories\, and in the lines we carry as we age. Furthermore\, the album is rooted in a lived-in\, vintage aesthetic shaped by the sounds of the 1970s. For example\, Life Lines counts Tom Petty\, the Eagles\, Linda Ronstadt\, Van Morrison\, and Albert King as influences. \nBlending soul\, rock\, blues\, and Americana\, the record feels both timeless and immediate. “It’s a reminder that getting older is a gift\,” Parker says. “Every line has a story\, and I’m learning to wear mine with gratitude.” Additionally\, the album showcases some of Parker’s most emotionally honest songwriting to date. Standout tracks include “Think of Me\,” written to her children as a reflection on young motherhood\, healing\, and forgiveness. Also\, “Got Love\,” an uplifting anthem inspired by a close friend’s recovery journey. Anchored by up-tempo grooves\, rich harmonies\, and Parker’s unmistakably soulful voice\, Life Lines invites listeners to move\, reflect\, and feel deeply. \nRecommended for fans of Morgan James\, Shemekia Copeland\, Janiva Magness and Ruthie Foster.
URL:https://www.dakotacooks.com/event/joyann-parker-band-aug8-2026/
CATEGORIES:Americana,Blues
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SUMMARY:The Belfast Cowboys
DESCRIPTION:“conjures up the spirit and the songs of Ireland’s greatest export” – Chicago Tribune\n  \nThe Belfast Cowboys is a nine-piece\, horn-driven band from Minneapolis that specializes in the music of Van Morrison. Entering their third decade\, they are adept at mixing rock\, blues\, roots and soul sounds. Led by veteran songwriter/guitarist Terry Walsh\, the Cowboys have flourished in the renowned Minnesota music scene. They have consistently packed houses and wowed crowds since 2002. \nTerry Walsh got his start playing in various Twin Cities rock bands. He toured as Slim Dunlap’s bass player in 1997\, opening for Son Volt. In 2001 Terry hit upon the idea of forming a Van Morrison tribute band. Terry spent the rest of the year learning Van songs and building an all-star band. The band played their first show at the old 400 Bar on Saint Patrick’s Day 2002. \nMany musicians have played with the band\, but the ‘A’ team was soon established. It includes Dan Kowalke (guitar\, vocals\, Joe Baumgart (bass)\, Dave Kirby and Dave Haugen (drums\, backing vocals)\, Joe Loskota (keyboards\, backing vocals). The horn section includes Paul Gronert (sax)\, Matt Hanzelka (trombone)\, Tim Martin (trumpet)\, Vic Volare (sax\, flute). Bandleader Terry Walsh (lead vocals\, guitar\, harmonica\, piano). \nThe band has expanded its content over the years to include rock and soul covers. Terry’s own originals have become fan favorites. Now a beloved staple in Minnesota\, the 9-piece Belfast Cowboys averaged over 120 shows a year before the pandemic. The bar-tested troubadours are known for playing epic sets at their weekly Minneapolis gigs and drawing crowds to outdoor festivals. Occasionally they’ll venture beyond the Midwest to play Ireland\, Phoenix\, and New York’s Times Square. Once they opened for the band Chicago in front of 15\,000 people. \nRecommended for fans of Bruce Springsteen\, G.B. Leighton\, Tina and the B-Sides and Van Morrison.
URL:https://www.dakotacooks.com/event/the-belfast-cowboys-aug22-2026/
CATEGORIES:Americana,Rock
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DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260918T210000
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SUMMARY:Mac McAnally
DESCRIPTION:“a true storyteller” – Americana Highways\n  \nRecord setting ten-time Country Music Association Musician of the Year\, Mac McAnally is a Nashville Songwriters Hall of Fame inductee. Additionally\, he is in the Mississippi Musicians Hall of Fame and Alabama Music Hall of Fame. The renowned songwriter\, singer\, and instrumentalist has written dozens of hit records for other artists\, several of which peaked at Number One. He has written hits for Alabama\, Jimmy Buffett\, Kenny Chesney\, and Sawyer Brown\, and has studio credits that include albums by Toby Keith\, Linda Ronstadt\, George Strait and Dolly Parton among many others. \nMcAnally notes that he typically sees three kinds of people at his shows. Those who have followed his career since his 1977 debut album. Those who recognize him as the guitarist in Jimmy Buffett’s Coral Reefer Band. And those who remember his notable credits in country music. The latter category is particularly impressive\, with songs cut by Alabama (“Old Flame”)\, Kenny Chesney (“Back Where I Come From”)\, Sawyer Brown (“All These Years”)\, Shenandoah (“Two Dozen Roses”) and many others. \nMcAnally became a journeyman storyteller and musician. Also\, he was an occasional\, then full-time Coral Reefer\, and duet partner on Nanci Griffith’s seminal “Gulf Coast Highway.” He can talk about recording the Preservation Hall Jazz Band in New Orleans and Jimmy Buffett’s vocals in Key West. Then\, he marvels about Kenny Chesney driving to Canada and back to see a girl listening to Mac’s Simple Life the entire way. He talks about\, “ridiculous things. I’ve gotten to open shows for Willie Nelson\, play with Ray Charles and talk music with Sir Paul McCartney. I don’t mean to name drop\, but I love all those people and their music.” \nRecommended for fans of Jimmy Buffett\, Kenny Chesney\, Alabama and Dolly Parton.
URL:https://www.dakotacooks.com/event/mac-mcanally-sep18-2026/
CATEGORIES:Americana,Pop
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SUMMARY:Pure Prairie League
DESCRIPTION:“soaring harmonies\, lilting love songs\, and rollicking Southern rockers” – No Depression\n  \nPure Prairie League continues to embellish its rich fifty-plus year history of one of country-rock’s pioneering forces. There\, they began in mid-Sixties Ohio as a group of friends playing cover tunes. Now\, the present-day unit features the propulsive team of drummer Scott Thompson and bassist Jared Camic. Additionally\, keyboard master Randy Harper\, guitar ace/vocalist Jeff Zona and pedal steel/saxophonist John Heinrich. Here\, as one reviewer recently wrote: “PPL’s sound combines sweet memories with edgy\, contemporary muscle. Their vocals are as strong as Kentucky moonshine and the musicianship and performance skills are as sharp as a straight razor”. \nPPL’s eponymous first album has been hailed as a major early influence in the emerging popularity of country-rock music. Then\, their second effort\, the multi-platinum Bustin’ Out featured the Craig Fuller-penned classic “Amie”\, along with other gems of the genre. Also\, over several albums and countless shows\, a legacy has been forged and enriched. The band has enjoyed contributions from several noteworthy members\, including original co-founder George Ed Powell\, and Cincinnati’s legendary Goshorn Brothers. Also\, Country Hall of Famers Gary Burr and Vince Gill\, award-winning writer Jeff Wilson (three Top twenty singles)\, top Nashville session vocalist Curtis Wright and others. Furthermore\, they have featured guest appearances from Chet Atkins\, Johnny Gimble\, Emmylou Harris\, David Sanborn\, Don Felder (Eagles)\, and more. \nMoreover\, the new generation: Keith Urban\, Nickel Creek\, Wilco\, Counting Crows and more cite PPL as a major influence. \nNow\, with the release of 2024’s Back On Track\, PPL brings it all back home with a dozen new songs. Here\, they complete the circle begun in 1970 and continues to this day. \nRecommended for fans of Poco\, The Doobie Brothers\, The Eagles and The Flying Burrito Brothers.
URL:https://www.dakotacooks.com/event/pure-prairie-league-sep23-2026/2026-09-23/1/
CATEGORIES:Americana,Rock
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260923T210000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260923T230000
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SUMMARY:Pure Prairie League
DESCRIPTION:“soaring harmonies\, lilting love songs\, and rollicking Southern rockers” – No Depression\n  \nPure Prairie League continues to embellish its rich fifty-plus year history of one of country-rock’s pioneering forces. There\, they began in mid-Sixties Ohio as a group of friends playing cover tunes. Now\, the present-day unit features the propulsive team of drummer Scott Thompson and bassist Jared Camic. Additionally\, keyboard master Randy Harper\, guitar ace/vocalist Jeff Zona and pedal steel/saxophonist John Heinrich. Here\, as one reviewer recently wrote: “PPL’s sound combines sweet memories with edgy\, contemporary muscle. Their vocals are as strong as Kentucky moonshine and the musicianship and performance skills are as sharp as a straight razor”. \nPPL’s eponymous first album has been hailed as a major early influence in the emerging popularity of country-rock music. Then\, their second effort\, the multi-platinum Bustin’ Out featured the Craig Fuller-penned classic “Amie”\, along with other gems of the genre. Also\, over several albums and countless shows\, a legacy has been forged and enriched. The band has enjoyed contributions from several noteworthy members\, including original co-founder George Ed Powell\, and Cincinnati’s legendary Goshorn Brothers. Also\, Country Hall of Famers Gary Burr and Vince Gill\, award-winning writer Jeff Wilson (three Top twenty singles)\, top Nashville session vocalist Curtis Wright and others. Furthermore\, they have featured guest appearances from Chet Atkins\, Johnny Gimble\, Emmylou Harris\, David Sanborn\, Don Felder (Eagles)\, and more. \nMoreover\, the new generation: Keith Urban\, Nickel Creek\, Wilco\, Counting Crows and more cite PPL as a major influence. \nNow\, with the release of 2024’s Back On Track\, PPL brings it all back home with a dozen new songs. Here\, they complete the circle begun in 1970 and continues to this day. \nRecommended for fans of Poco\, The Doobie Brothers\, The Eagles and The Flying Burrito Brothers.
URL:https://www.dakotacooks.com/event/pure-prairie-league-sep23-2026/2026-09-23/2/
CATEGORIES:Americana,Rock
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260925T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260925T210000
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SUMMARY:The Belfast Cowboys
DESCRIPTION:“conjures up the spirit and the songs of Ireland’s greatest export” – Chicago Tribune\n  \nThe Belfast Cowboys is a nine-piece\, horn-driven band from Minneapolis that specializes in the music of Van Morrison. Entering their third decade\, they are adept at mixing rock\, blues\, roots and soul sounds. Led by veteran songwriter/guitarist Terry Walsh\, the Cowboys have flourished in the renowned Minnesota music scene. They have consistently packed houses and wowed crowds since 2002. \nTerry Walsh got his start playing in various Twin Cities rock bands. He toured as Slim Dunlap’s bass player in 1997\, opening for Son Volt. In 2001 Terry hit upon the idea of forming a Van Morrison tribute band. Terry spent the rest of the year learning Van songs and building an all-star band. The band played their first show at the old 400 Bar on Saint Patrick’s Day 2002. \nMany musicians have played with the band\, but the ‘A’ team was soon established. It includes Dan Kowalke (guitar\, vocals\, Joe Baumgart (bass)\, Dave Kirby and Dave Haugen (drums\, backing vocals)\, Joe Loskota (keyboards\, backing vocals). The horn section includes Paul Gronert (sax)\, Matt Hanzelka (trombone)\, Tim Martin (trumpet)\, Vic Volare (sax\, flute). Bandleader Terry Walsh (lead vocals\, guitar\, harmonica\, piano). \nThe band has expanded its content over the years to include rock and soul covers. Terry’s own originals have become fan favorites. Now a beloved staple in Minnesota\, the 9-piece Belfast Cowboys averaged over 120 shows a year before the pandemic. The bar-tested troubadours are known for playing epic sets at their weekly Minneapolis gigs and drawing crowds to outdoor festivals. Occasionally they’ll venture beyond the Midwest to play Ireland\, Phoenix\, and New York’s Times Square. Once they opened for the band Chicago in front of 15\,000 people. \nRecommended for fans of Bruce Springsteen\, G.B. Leighton\, Tina and the B-Sides and Van Morrison.
URL:https://www.dakotacooks.com/event/the-belfast-cowboys-sep25-2026/
CATEGORIES:Americana,Rock
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DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20261027T210000
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SUMMARY:Judy Collins: Sweet Judy Blue Eyes - Farewell
DESCRIPTION:“One of the most beautiful and moving voices” – Rolling Stone\n  \nJudy Collins inspires audiences with her sublime vocals\, boldly vulnerable songwriting\, personal life triumphs\, and unwavering commitment to social activism. In the 1960s\, she evoked both the idealism and steely determination of a generation united against social and environmental injustices. Five decades later\, her luminescent presence shines brightly. Here\, new generations bask in the glow of her iconic fifty-five-album body of work. Also\, they draw inspiration from her spiritual discipline to thrive in the music industry for half a century. \nFans and critics highly esteem the award-winning singer-songwriter for her imaginative interpretations of traditional and contemporary folk standards. Moreover\, she also receives acclaim for her own poetically poignant original compositions. For instance\, the Grammy Hall of Fame includes her stunning rendition of Joni Mitchell’s “Both Sides Now”. Judy’s dreamy\, intimate version of Stephen Sondheim’s “Send in the Clowns\,” won Song of the Year at the 1975 Grammys. Furthermore\, she’s garnered several top-ten hits and gold- and platinum-selling albums. \nThe cultural treasure’s fifty-fifth release\, 2022’s Spellbound\, documents Judy’s artistic renaissance. Additionally\, the album is a special entry in her oeuvre. It marks the first time ever she wrote all the songs on one of her albums. Here\, Collins showcases twelve new recently-written modern folk songs\, and a bonus track of her evergreen\, “The Blizzard.” Thus\, Spellbound is an introspective and impressionistic album. \n“They say after the plague came the Renaissance\,” Judy says with a good-natured laugh. “The truth is\, I didn’t do an album like this sooner because I had other projects on my mind. Now felt like the perfect time to make this record because\, after all that’s happened in the world\, we need something beautiful and inspirational to lift us up.” \nRecommended for fans of Joan Baez\, Joni Mitchell\, Nanci Griffith and Mary Chapin Carpenter.
URL:https://www.dakotacooks.com/event/judy-collins-sweet-judy-blue-eyes-farewell/2026-10-27/
CATEGORIES:Americana,Pop
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20261028T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20261028T210000
DTSTAMP:20260724T193738Z
CREATED:20260311T212253Z
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SUMMARY:Judy Collins: Sweet Judy Blue Eyes - Farewell
DESCRIPTION:“One of the most beautiful and moving voices” – Rolling Stone\n  \nJudy Collins inspires audiences with her sublime vocals\, boldly vulnerable songwriting\, personal life triumphs\, and unwavering commitment to social activism. In the 1960s\, she evoked both the idealism and steely determination of a generation united against social and environmental injustices. Five decades later\, her luminescent presence shines brightly. Here\, new generations bask in the glow of her iconic fifty-five-album body of work. Also\, they draw inspiration from her spiritual discipline to thrive in the music industry for half a century. \nFans and critics highly esteem the award-winning singer-songwriter for her imaginative interpretations of traditional and contemporary folk standards. Moreover\, she also receives acclaim for her own poetically poignant original compositions. For instance\, the Grammy Hall of Fame includes her stunning rendition of Joni Mitchell’s “Both Sides Now”. Judy’s dreamy\, intimate version of Stephen Sondheim’s “Send in the Clowns\,” won Song of the Year at the 1975 Grammys. Furthermore\, she’s garnered several top-ten hits and gold- and platinum-selling albums. \nThe cultural treasure’s fifty-fifth release\, 2022’s Spellbound\, documents Judy’s artistic renaissance. Additionally\, the album is a special entry in her oeuvre. It marks the first time ever she wrote all the songs on one of her albums. Here\, Collins showcases twelve new recently-written modern folk songs\, and a bonus track of her evergreen\, “The Blizzard.” Thus\, Spellbound is an introspective and impressionistic album. \n“They say after the plague came the Renaissance\,” Judy says with a good-natured laugh. “The truth is\, I didn’t do an album like this sooner because I had other projects on my mind. Now felt like the perfect time to make this record because\, after all that’s happened in the world\, we need something beautiful and inspirational to lift us up.” \nRecommended for fans of Joan Baez\, Joni Mitchell\, Nanci Griffith and Mary Chapin Carpenter.
URL:https://www.dakotacooks.com/event/judy-collins-sweet-judy-blue-eyes-farewell/2026-10-28/
CATEGORIES:Americana,Pop
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20261030T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20261030T210000
DTSTAMP:20260724T193738Z
CREATED:20260311T212253Z
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SUMMARY:Judy Collins: Sweet Judy Blue Eyes - Farewell
DESCRIPTION:“One of the most beautiful and moving voices” – Rolling Stone\n  \nJudy Collins inspires audiences with her sublime vocals\, boldly vulnerable songwriting\, personal life triumphs\, and unwavering commitment to social activism. In the 1960s\, she evoked both the idealism and steely determination of a generation united against social and environmental injustices. Five decades later\, her luminescent presence shines brightly. Here\, new generations bask in the glow of her iconic fifty-five-album body of work. Also\, they draw inspiration from her spiritual discipline to thrive in the music industry for half a century. \nFans and critics highly esteem the award-winning singer-songwriter for her imaginative interpretations of traditional and contemporary folk standards. Moreover\, she also receives acclaim for her own poetically poignant original compositions. For instance\, the Grammy Hall of Fame includes her stunning rendition of Joni Mitchell’s “Both Sides Now”. Judy’s dreamy\, intimate version of Stephen Sondheim’s “Send in the Clowns\,” won Song of the Year at the 1975 Grammys. Furthermore\, she’s garnered several top-ten hits and gold- and platinum-selling albums. \nThe cultural treasure’s fifty-fifth release\, 2022’s Spellbound\, documents Judy’s artistic renaissance. Additionally\, the album is a special entry in her oeuvre. It marks the first time ever she wrote all the songs on one of her albums. Here\, Collins showcases twelve new recently-written modern folk songs\, and a bonus track of her evergreen\, “The Blizzard.” Thus\, Spellbound is an introspective and impressionistic album. \n“They say after the plague came the Renaissance\,” Judy says with a good-natured laugh. “The truth is\, I didn’t do an album like this sooner because I had other projects on my mind. Now felt like the perfect time to make this record because\, after all that’s happened in the world\, we need something beautiful and inspirational to lift us up.” \nRecommended for fans of Joan Baez\, Joni Mitchell\, Nanci Griffith and Mary Chapin Carpenter.
URL:https://www.dakotacooks.com/event/judy-collins-sweet-judy-blue-eyes-farewell/2026-10-30/
CATEGORIES:Americana,Pop
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20261107T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20261107T200000
DTSTAMP:20260831T134305Z
CREATED:20260826T220431Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260831T134305Z
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SUMMARY:Tina Turns 60 - The Retrospective & Beyond
DESCRIPTION:“one of the most potent singers to ever come out of the Twin Cities.” – Star Tribune\n  \nMidwestern rock and soul icon Tina Schlieske is coming home to celebrate a monumental milestone: her sixtieth birthday. Also\, she’s doing it the only way she knows how. Here\, she’ll be on stage\, with raw power\, timeless elegance\, and a fierce\, diamond-sharp brilliance that has only grown stronger with time. \nFor four decades\, Tina has captivated the Twin Cities as the powerhouse front person of Tina and the B-Sides. There\, she threw down high-octane rock\, gritty blues\, and earth-shaking soul. But like a finely cut diamond\, her talent has many facets. Here\, she’s fresh off her stunning jazz evolution and the release of her acclaimed album\, 2024’s The Good Life. Further\, Tina returns to the Dakota stage to map out her incredible musical journey. \nMoreover\, these shows will traverse her deep catalog. Here\, she seamlessly moves from the raucous rock-and-roll anthems that built her legacy to the sultry\, late-night swing and torch standards of her modern jazz era. Then\, Tina will share the songs\, the stories\, and the defiant spirit of a true hometown legend turning sixty. Backed by an incredible ensemble of musicians\, experience an iconic vocalist at the absolute peak of her powers. \nDon’t miss this unforgettable night of celebration\, reflection\, and peerless live music. \nRecommended for fans of Indigo Girls\, Etta James\, Lucinda Williams and Melissa Etheridge.
URL:https://www.dakotacooks.com/event/tina-turns-60-the-retrospective-beyond-nov7-2026/2026-11-07/1/
CATEGORIES:Americana,Jazz,Rock
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20261107T203000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20261107T223000
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SUMMARY:Tina Turns 60 - The Retrospective & Beyond
DESCRIPTION:“one of the most potent singers to ever come out of the Twin Cities.” – Star Tribune\n  \nMidwestern rock and soul icon Tina Schlieske is coming home to celebrate a monumental milestone: her sixtieth birthday. Also\, she’s doing it the only way she knows how. Here\, she’ll be on stage\, with raw power\, timeless elegance\, and a fierce\, diamond-sharp brilliance that has only grown stronger with time. \nFor four decades\, Tina has captivated the Twin Cities as the powerhouse front person of Tina and the B-Sides. There\, she threw down high-octane rock\, gritty blues\, and earth-shaking soul. But like a finely cut diamond\, her talent has many facets. Here\, she’s fresh off her stunning jazz evolution and the release of her acclaimed album\, 2024’s The Good Life. Further\, Tina returns to the Dakota stage to map out her incredible musical journey. \nMoreover\, these shows will traverse her deep catalog. Here\, she seamlessly moves from the raucous rock-and-roll anthems that built her legacy to the sultry\, late-night swing and torch standards of her modern jazz era. Then\, Tina will share the songs\, the stories\, and the defiant spirit of a true hometown legend turning sixty. Backed by an incredible ensemble of musicians\, experience an iconic vocalist at the absolute peak of her powers. \nDon’t miss this unforgettable night of celebration\, reflection\, and peerless live music. \nRecommended for fans of Indigo Girls\, Etta James\, Lucinda Williams and Melissa Etheridge.
URL:https://www.dakotacooks.com/event/tina-turns-60-the-retrospective-beyond-nov7-2026/2026-11-07/2/
CATEGORIES:Americana,Jazz,Rock
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20261108T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20261108T210000
DTSTAMP:20260831T134256Z
CREATED:20260826T221159Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260831T134256Z
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SUMMARY:Tina Turns 60 - The Standards\, My Way
DESCRIPTION:“one of the most potent singers to ever come out of the Twin Cities.” – Star Tribune\n  \nMidwestern rock and soul icon Tina Schlieske is coming home to celebrate a monumental milestone: her sixtieth birthday. Also\, she’s doing it the only way she knows how. Here\, she’ll be on stage\, with raw power\, timeless elegance\, and a fierce\, diamond-sharp brilliance that has only grown stronger with time. \nFor four decades\, Tina has captivated the Twin Cities as the powerhouse front person of Tina and the B-Sides. There\, she threw down high-octane rock\, gritty blues\, and earth-shaking soul. But like a finely cut diamond\, her talent has many facets. Here\, she’s fresh off her stunning jazz evolution and the release of her acclaimed album\, 2024’s The Good Life. Further\, Tina returns to the Dakota stage to map out her incredible musical journey. \nMoreover\, these shows will traverse her deep catalog. Here\, she seamlessly moves from the raucous rock-and-roll anthems that built her legacy to the sultry\, late-night swing and torch standards of her modern jazz era. Then\, Tina will share the songs\, the stories\, and the defiant spirit of a true hometown legend turning sixty. Backed by an incredible ensemble of musicians\, experience an iconic vocalist at the absolute peak of her powers. \nDon’t miss this unforgettable night of celebration\, reflection\, and peerless live music. \nRecommended for fans of Indigo Girls\, Etta James\, Lucinda Williams and Melissa Etheridge.
URL:https://www.dakotacooks.com/event/tina-turns-60-the-standards-my-way-nov8-2026/
CATEGORIES:Americana,Jazz,Rock
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20261110T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20261110T210000
DTSTAMP:20261009T155905Z
CREATED:20260805T162103Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20261009T155905Z
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SUMMARY:Alison Brown
DESCRIPTION:“Brown’s banjo is an instrument possessed of a unique sonic signature and an inescapable beauty” – Billboard\n  \nOne of the most multi-faceted minds in roots music\, Alison Brown is a Grammy-winning musician and a Grammy-nominated producer. Additionally\, she is a former investment banker (with an AB from Harvard and an MBA from UCLA). Also\, she co-founded The Compass Records Group which celebrated its thirtieth anniversary in 2023. \nAlison began her musical career as a teenager in the Southern California bluegrass scene. Now\, she has built a reputation as one of today’s most forward-thinking and innovative banjo players. She is known for taking the instrument far beyond its Appalachian roots by blending bluegrass and jazz influences into a sonic tapestry. Thus\, she has earned praise and recognition from a variety of national tastemakers. For example\, The Wall Street Journal\, CBS Sunday Morning\, NPR\, and USA Today. \nSteve Martin and Alison Brown released their debut collaborative album\, Safe\, Sensible and Sane\, in 2025. There\, it features guest appearances from Jackson Browne\, Vince Gill\, the Indigo Girls\, Tim O’Brien\, Jason Mraz\, Della Mae\, and more. Moreover\, Safe\, Sensible and Sane emerges as a captivating new turn in the evolution of banjo music. \nThere\, the album follows their chart-topping collaborations “Foggy Morning Breaking”\, “Bluegrass Radio”\, and “Wall Guitar (Since You Said Goodbye)”. Here\, these longtime friends and banjo aficionados have crafted a collection of banjo-inspired songs. Further\, they are built on Brown’s daringly inventive melodies and Martin’s idiosyncratic yet ineffably tender lyrics.  \nRecommended for fans of Steep Canyon Rangers\, Yonder Mountain String Band\, Della Mae and Béla Fleck.
URL:https://www.dakotacooks.com/event/alison-brown-nov10-2026/
CATEGORIES:Americana,Bluegrass
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20261113T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20261113T210000
DTSTAMP:20260728T180043Z
CREATED:20260709T160332Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260728T180043Z
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SUMMARY:An Evening with Lucinda Williams & Her Band: World's Gone Wrong Tour
DESCRIPTION:Acoustic Shows with Lucinda Williams & Her Band:\nBlues\, Ballads & More: A Quiet Night with Lucinda Williams & Her Band\nNOV 16 • 7:00pm Performance \nBlues\, Ballads & More: A Quiet Night with Lucinda Williams & Her Band\nNOV 17 • 7:00pm Performance \n\n“perfect… clearly in a league of her own” – Chicago Reader\n  \n“My dad\, as a poet\, always told me to never censor myself – that’s one of his cardinal rules of creative writing\,” says multiple-Grammy-winning singer-songwriter Lucinda Williams. “That became my motto which I’ve stuck by all these years.” Miller Williams’ advice clearly is borne out on Lucinda’s powerful eighteenth studio album\, 2026’s provocative World’s Gone Wrong. “I felt a sense of urgency in making this record\,” she adds. \nFilled with gut-wrenching topical songs\, the album’s ten tracks were written and recorded in a blast of collaborative creativity. There\, Lucinda and her co-writers ­– primarily husband/manager/co-producer Tom Overby and guitarist Doug Pettibone – grappled with the events of spring 2025. Moreover\, a whole other album had been in the works. However\, the “urgency” to address our current cataclysmic situation motivated Lucinda and company to cut World’s Gone Wrong in direct response. “Music is a powerful weapon\,” she points out. “I want this record to make people aware\, wake them up. I like to push people’s buttons.” \nAnd that’s what Lucinda fans have come to depend on over the past forty-five years. Her back catalog boasts remarkable albums\, including 1998’s game-changing Car Wheels on a Gravel Road. Additionally\, she’s earned three Grammy awards and countless accolades\, including Time Magazine naming her America’s Best Songwriter in 2001. Here\, Williams is one of our most revered artists\, beloved for her singular vocals and extraordinary songs. And in these troubling times\, we need the light she shines on World’s Gone Wrong more than ever before. \nRecommended for fans of Emmylou Harris\, Gillian Welch\, Steve Earle & Bob Dylan. \n📸: Mark Seliger
URL:https://www.dakotacooks.com/event/an-evening-with-lucinda-williams-her-band-nov-2026/2026-11-13/
CATEGORIES:Americana,Rock
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20261114T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20261114T210000
DTSTAMP:20260728T180043Z
CREATED:20260709T160332Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260728T180043Z
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SUMMARY:An Evening with Lucinda Williams & Her Band: World's Gone Wrong Tour
DESCRIPTION:Acoustic Shows with Lucinda Williams & Her Band:\nBlues\, Ballads & More: A Quiet Night with Lucinda Williams & Her Band\nNOV 16 • 7:00pm Performance \nBlues\, Ballads & More: A Quiet Night with Lucinda Williams & Her Band\nNOV 17 • 7:00pm Performance \n\n“perfect… clearly in a league of her own” – Chicago Reader\n  \n“My dad\, as a poet\, always told me to never censor myself – that’s one of his cardinal rules of creative writing\,” says multiple-Grammy-winning singer-songwriter Lucinda Williams. “That became my motto which I’ve stuck by all these years.” Miller Williams’ advice clearly is borne out on Lucinda’s powerful eighteenth studio album\, 2026’s provocative World’s Gone Wrong. “I felt a sense of urgency in making this record\,” she adds. \nFilled with gut-wrenching topical songs\, the album’s ten tracks were written and recorded in a blast of collaborative creativity. There\, Lucinda and her co-writers ­– primarily husband/manager/co-producer Tom Overby and guitarist Doug Pettibone – grappled with the events of spring 2025. Moreover\, a whole other album had been in the works. However\, the “urgency” to address our current cataclysmic situation motivated Lucinda and company to cut World’s Gone Wrong in direct response. “Music is a powerful weapon\,” she points out. “I want this record to make people aware\, wake them up. I like to push people’s buttons.” \nAnd that’s what Lucinda fans have come to depend on over the past forty-five years. Her back catalog boasts remarkable albums\, including 1998’s game-changing Car Wheels on a Gravel Road. Additionally\, she’s earned three Grammy awards and countless accolades\, including Time Magazine naming her America’s Best Songwriter in 2001. Here\, Williams is one of our most revered artists\, beloved for her singular vocals and extraordinary songs. And in these troubling times\, we need the light she shines on World’s Gone Wrong more than ever before. \nRecommended for fans of Emmylou Harris\, Gillian Welch\, Steve Earle & Bob Dylan. \n📸: Mark Seliger
URL:https://www.dakotacooks.com/event/an-evening-with-lucinda-williams-her-band-nov-2026/2026-11-14/
CATEGORIES:Americana,Rock
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20261116T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20261116T210000
DTSTAMP:20260728T180021Z
CREATED:20260709T161632Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260728T180021Z
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SUMMARY:Blues\, Ballads & More: A Quiet Night with Lucinda Williams & Her Band
DESCRIPTION:Additional Shows with Lucinda Williams & Her Band:\nAn Evening with Lucinda Williams & Her Band: World’s Gone Wrong Tour\nNOV 13 • 7:00pm Performance \nAn Evening with Lucinda Williams & Her Band: World’s Gone Wrong Tour\nNOV 14 • 7:00pm Performance \nAn Evening with Lucinda Williams & Her Band: World’s Gone Wrong Tour\nNOV 18 • 7:00pm Performance \n\n“perfect… clearly in a league of her own” – Chicago Reader\n  \n“My dad\, as a poet\, always told me to never censor myself – that’s one of his cardinal rules of creative writing\,” says multiple-Grammy-winning singer-songwriter Lucinda Williams. “That became my motto which I’ve stuck by all these years.” Miller Williams’ advice clearly is borne out on Lucinda’s powerful eighteenth studio album\, 2026’s provocative World’s Gone Wrong. “I felt a sense of urgency in making this record\,” she adds. \nFilled with gut-wrenching topical songs\, the album’s ten tracks were written and recorded in a blast of collaborative creativity. There\, Lucinda and her co-writers ­– primarily husband/manager/co-producer Tom Overby and guitarist Doug Pettibone – grappled with the events of spring 2025. Moreover\, a whole other album had been in the works. However\, the “urgency” to address our current cataclysmic situation motivated Lucinda and company to cut World’s Gone Wrong in direct response. “Music is a powerful weapon\,” she points out. “I want this record to make people aware\, wake them up. I like to push people’s buttons.” \nAnd that’s what Lucinda fans have come to depend on over the past forty-five years. Her back catalog boasts remarkable albums\, including 1998’s game-changing Car Wheels on a Gravel Road. Additionally\, she’s earned three Grammy awards and countless accolades\, including Time Magazine naming her America’s Best Songwriter in 2001. Here\, Williams is one of our most revered artists\, beloved for her singular vocals and extraordinary songs. And in these troubling times\, we need the light she shines on World’s Gone Wrong more than ever before. \nRecommended for fans of Emmylou Harris\, Gillian Welch\, Steve Earle & Bob Dylan. \n📸: Mark Seliger
URL:https://www.dakotacooks.com/event/a-quiet-night-with-lucinda-williams-her-band-nov-2026/2026-11-16/
CATEGORIES:Americana,Rock
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20261117T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20261117T210000
DTSTAMP:20260728T180021Z
CREATED:20260709T161632Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260728T180021Z
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SUMMARY:Blues\, Ballads & More: A Quiet Night with Lucinda Williams & Her Band
DESCRIPTION:Additional Shows with Lucinda Williams & Her Band:\nAn Evening with Lucinda Williams & Her Band: World’s Gone Wrong Tour\nNOV 13 • 7:00pm Performance \nAn Evening with Lucinda Williams & Her Band: World’s Gone Wrong Tour\nNOV 14 • 7:00pm Performance \nAn Evening with Lucinda Williams & Her Band: World’s Gone Wrong Tour\nNOV 18 • 7:00pm Performance \n\n“perfect… clearly in a league of her own” – Chicago Reader\n  \n“My dad\, as a poet\, always told me to never censor myself – that’s one of his cardinal rules of creative writing\,” says multiple-Grammy-winning singer-songwriter Lucinda Williams. “That became my motto which I’ve stuck by all these years.” Miller Williams’ advice clearly is borne out on Lucinda’s powerful eighteenth studio album\, 2026’s provocative World’s Gone Wrong. “I felt a sense of urgency in making this record\,” she adds. \nFilled with gut-wrenching topical songs\, the album’s ten tracks were written and recorded in a blast of collaborative creativity. There\, Lucinda and her co-writers ­– primarily husband/manager/co-producer Tom Overby and guitarist Doug Pettibone – grappled with the events of spring 2025. Moreover\, a whole other album had been in the works. However\, the “urgency” to address our current cataclysmic situation motivated Lucinda and company to cut World’s Gone Wrong in direct response. “Music is a powerful weapon\,” she points out. “I want this record to make people aware\, wake them up. I like to push people’s buttons.” \nAnd that’s what Lucinda fans have come to depend on over the past forty-five years. Her back catalog boasts remarkable albums\, including 1998’s game-changing Car Wheels on a Gravel Road. Additionally\, she’s earned three Grammy awards and countless accolades\, including Time Magazine naming her America’s Best Songwriter in 2001. Here\, Williams is one of our most revered artists\, beloved for her singular vocals and extraordinary songs. And in these troubling times\, we need the light she shines on World’s Gone Wrong more than ever before. \nRecommended for fans of Emmylou Harris\, Gillian Welch\, Steve Earle & Bob Dylan. \n📸: Mark Seliger
URL:https://www.dakotacooks.com/event/a-quiet-night-with-lucinda-williams-her-band-nov-2026/2026-11-17/
CATEGORIES:Americana,Rock
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20261118T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20261118T210000
DTSTAMP:20260728T180043Z
CREATED:20260709T160332Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260728T180043Z
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SUMMARY:An Evening with Lucinda Williams & Her Band: World's Gone Wrong Tour
DESCRIPTION:Acoustic Shows with Lucinda Williams & Her Band:\nBlues\, Ballads & More: A Quiet Night with Lucinda Williams & Her Band\nNOV 16 • 7:00pm Performance \nBlues\, Ballads & More: A Quiet Night with Lucinda Williams & Her Band\nNOV 17 • 7:00pm Performance \n\n“perfect… clearly in a league of her own” – Chicago Reader\n  \n“My dad\, as a poet\, always told me to never censor myself – that’s one of his cardinal rules of creative writing\,” says multiple-Grammy-winning singer-songwriter Lucinda Williams. “That became my motto which I’ve stuck by all these years.” Miller Williams’ advice clearly is borne out on Lucinda’s powerful eighteenth studio album\, 2026’s provocative World’s Gone Wrong. “I felt a sense of urgency in making this record\,” she adds. \nFilled with gut-wrenching topical songs\, the album’s ten tracks were written and recorded in a blast of collaborative creativity. There\, Lucinda and her co-writers ­– primarily husband/manager/co-producer Tom Overby and guitarist Doug Pettibone – grappled with the events of spring 2025. Moreover\, a whole other album had been in the works. However\, the “urgency” to address our current cataclysmic situation motivated Lucinda and company to cut World’s Gone Wrong in direct response. “Music is a powerful weapon\,” she points out. “I want this record to make people aware\, wake them up. I like to push people’s buttons.” \nAnd that’s what Lucinda fans have come to depend on over the past forty-five years. Her back catalog boasts remarkable albums\, including 1998’s game-changing Car Wheels on a Gravel Road. Additionally\, she’s earned three Grammy awards and countless accolades\, including Time Magazine naming her America’s Best Songwriter in 2001. Here\, Williams is one of our most revered artists\, beloved for her singular vocals and extraordinary songs. And in these troubling times\, we need the light she shines on World’s Gone Wrong more than ever before. \nRecommended for fans of Emmylou Harris\, Gillian Welch\, Steve Earle & Bob Dylan. \n📸: Mark Seliger
URL:https://www.dakotacooks.com/event/an-evening-with-lucinda-williams-her-band-nov-2026/2026-11-18/
CATEGORIES:Americana,Rock
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DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20261120T210000
DTSTAMP:20261008T170027Z
CREATED:20261006T173011Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20261008T170027Z
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SUMMARY:Benmont Tench
DESCRIPTION:“revered as one of rock’s greatest” – New York Times\n  \nBenmont Tench is a founding member of Tom Petty and The Heartbreakers. He is one of contemporary music’s finest organ players\, piano players\, anything-with-keys players. In addition to all of the Heartbreakers recordings\, Tench has played on records by Stevie Nicks\, Willie Nelson\, and Green Day. Also\, Bob Dylan\, Neil Diamond\, the Dixie Chicks\, the Replacements\, John Prine\, Waylon Jennings\, John Fogerty\, Elvis Costello\, the Rolling Stones\, and Johnny Cash\, just to name a few. Jimmy Iovine\, man of many hats and former Tom Petty and the Heartbreakers’ producer\, puts it this way: “If you want a track to sound better\, you just put Benmont’s part higher in the mix.” \nBenmont Tench released his second solo LP\, The Melancholy Season\, in 2024. The Melancholy Season is Benmont Tench’s true arrival as a singer-songwriter\, without compromise or doubt. It was produced by Jonathan Wilson\, an acclaimed singer-songwriter and touring guitarist for Roger Waters. He has also worked on career-defining albums for Dawes\, Father John Misty and Margo Price. Tench gives attention to the space and intimacy where the best songs breathe and resonate. \nRecommended for fans of Tom Petty & The Heartbreakers\, Billy Joel\, Bob Dylan and John Hiatt.\n \n📸: Josh Giroux
URL:https://www.dakotacooks.com/event/benmont-tench-nov20-2026/
CATEGORIES:Americana,Rock
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20261125T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20261125T210000
DTSTAMP:20261022T134041Z
CREATED:20261021T142435Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20261022T134041Z
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SUMMARY:The Belfast Cowboys
DESCRIPTION:“conjures up the spirit and the songs of Ireland’s greatest export” – Chicago Tribune\n  \nThe Belfast Cowboys is a nine-piece\, horn-driven band from Minneapolis that specializes in the music of Van Morrison. Entering their third decade\, they are adept at mixing rock\, blues\, roots and soul sounds. Led by veteran songwriter/guitarist Terry Walsh\, the Cowboys have flourished in the renowned Minnesota music scene. They have consistently packed houses and wowed crowds since 2002. \nTerry Walsh got his start playing in various Twin Cities rock bands. He toured as Slim Dunlap’s bass player in 1997\, opening for Son Volt. In 2001 Terry hit upon the idea of forming a Van Morrison tribute band. Terry spent the rest of the year learning Van songs and building an all-star band. The band played their first show at the old 400 Bar on Saint Patrick’s Day 2002. \nMany musicians have played with the band\, but the ‘A’ team was soon established. It includes Dan Kowalke (guitar\, vocals\, Joe Baumgart (bass)\, Dave Kirby and Dave Haugen (drums\, backing vocals)\, Joe Loskota (keyboards\, backing vocals). The horn section includes Paul Gronert (sax)\, Matt Hanzelka (trombone)\, Tim Martin (trumpet)\, Vic Volare (sax\, flute). Bandleader Terry Walsh (lead vocals\, guitar\, harmonica\, piano). \nThe band has expanded its content over the years to include rock and soul covers. Terry’s own originals have become fan favorites. Now a beloved staple in Minnesota\, the 9-piece Belfast Cowboys averaged over 120 shows a year before the pandemic. The bar-tested troubadours are known for playing epic sets at their weekly Minneapolis gigs and drawing crowds to outdoor festivals. Occasionally they’ll venture beyond the Midwest to play Ireland\, Phoenix\, and New York’s Times Square. Once they opened for the band Chicago in front of 15\,000 people. \nRecommended for fans of Bruce Springsteen\, G.B. Leighton\, Tina and the B-Sides and Van Morrison.
URL:https://www.dakotacooks.com/event/the-belfast-cowboys-nov25-2026/
CATEGORIES:Americana,Rock
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20261204T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20261204T210000
DTSTAMP:20260914T134754Z
CREATED:20260910T221950Z
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SUMMARY:Turn Turn Turn
DESCRIPTION:“Gorgeous harmonies and beautiful finger-picking” – Americana UK\n  \nTurn Turn Turn bonded over their mutual love of close harmony 60s and 70s country\, folk\, and pop music. Then\, they formed an original Americana band. To create their distinctive sound\, the band “turns” to the distant past of early American recorded music. Then\, they “turn” again to that renaissance of the 1960s and 1970s. Finally\, they “turn” again to the present looking forward.  \nMembers Adam Levy (guitar\, vocals) and Barb Brynstad (bass\, vocals) are mainstays of the Minnesota music scene. Together\, they craft an infectious\, pop-infused Americana. Even though Turn Turn Turn was born as a cover band\, the group’s original material – sweetheart alt-country folk-pop – quickly stole the spotlight. Here\, their Laurel Canyon meets 70s-Nashville-cosmic soul vibe is layered with three-part harmonies that stitch the band’s musical tapestry together. \nAdam Levy is a veteran of the Minnesota rock scene\, best known for leading up the alt-rock band The Honeydogs. As a prolific songwriter and producer\, he has worked across many genres and performed worldwide. Joe Henry called Levy’s solo album Naubinway “love in action. A courageous and generous offering\, where ghosts abound\, facing the quiet inevitable that forever walks with us. It’s a record with soul and deep compassion. It is a beautiful and remarkable piece of work.” \nBarb Brynstad is an in-demand musician with decades-long roots in the Twin Cities music community. As a singer\, bassist\, and guitarist\, she has performed with various musicians\, including Chastity Brown (folk/Americana). Also\, Tina Schlieske (pop/rock)\, Willie Wisely (pop/rock)\, and the late great Willie Murphy (blues/soul). \nRecommended for fans of Tina Schlieske\, Eilen Jewell\, The Cactus Blossoms and Margo Price. \n📸: Cobey Rouse
URL:https://www.dakotacooks.com/event/turn-turn-turn-dec4-2026/
CATEGORIES:Americana
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20261205T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20261205T210000
DTSTAMP:20260921T162714Z
CREATED:20260909T182130Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260921T162714Z
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SUMMARY:Leo Kottke: Live at The Ordway
DESCRIPTION:“wild\, highly technical blend of bluegrass\, folk\, and jazz and classical” – Rolling Stone\n  \nProlific guitarist Leo Kottke boasts an impressive body of work and an unrivaled fingerpicking style. His forty-plus albums over four decades have earned him two Grammy nominations and widespread acclaim. Drawing inspiration from folk\, blues and jazz\, he plays his signature six-string and twelve-string guitars with effortless aptitude\, a big heart and an even bigger grin.  \nKottke was born in Athens\, Georgia\, but left town after a year and a half. Raised in twelve different states\, he absorbed a variety of musical influences as a child. There\, he flirted with both violin and trombone\, before abandoning Stravinsky for the guitar at age eleven. \nHe added a love for the country blues of Mississippi John Hurt to the music of John Philip Sousa and Preston Epps. Then\, Kottke joined the Navy underage\, to be underwater\, and eventually lost some hearing shooting at lightbulbs in the Atlantic. He served on the USS Halfbeak\, a diesel submarine. \nDischarged in 1964\, he settled in the Twin Cities area and became a fixture at Minneapolis’ Scholar Coffeehouse. Further\, this venue had been home to Bob Dylan and John Koerner. \nKottke has been awarded two Grammy nominations. Also\, a Doctorate in Music Performance by the Peck School of Music at the U of Wisconsin\, Milwaukee. He also received a Certificate of Significant Achievement in Not Playing the Trombone from the U of Texas at Brownsville with Texas Southmost College. \nRecommended for fans of John Fahey\, Ry Cooder\, Michael Hedges and Peter Lang.
URL:https://www.dakotacooks.com/event/leo-kottke-live-at-the-ordway-dec5-2026/
CATEGORIES:Americana,Jazz
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20261206T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20261206T210000
DTSTAMP:20260921T133101Z
CREATED:20260909T180921Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260921T133101Z
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SUMMARY:Mike Cooley (of Drive-By Truckers)
DESCRIPTION:“Cooley sounds as sharp and wise as a Georgia country judge” – Rolling Stone\n  \nMike Cooley is an American guitarist\, singer\, and songwriter. He is best known as a member of the Southern rock band Drive-By Truckers. There\, the Alabama musical style blends elements of rock\, country\, and Americana. Additionally\, he is recognized for his sharp\, evocative lyrics and distinctive guitar work. As one of the band’s primary songwriters\, Cooley has written numerous iconic tracks for Drive-By Truckers. Further\, his songs often explore themes of personal introspection\, Southern identity\, and social commentary. Alongside bandmate Patterson Hood\, Cooley has been a driving force behind the band’s evolution since their late 1990s formation. Here\, he contributes to their gritty\, honest sound and critical success. \nIn addition to his work with the band\, Cooley has pursued a solo career. To that end\, he released his debut solo album The Fool on Every Corner in December 2012. The album showcases his storytelling prowess and ability to create poignant\, introspective songs with a more stripped-down\, intimate sound. Thus\, the album represents a rawer sound compared to his work with Drive-By Truckers. Known for his wit and keen observational style\, Cooley’s solo work highlights his versatility as an artist. Here\, he has cemented his place as an influential figure in contemporary American roots music. \nRecommended for fans of Jason Isbell\, Son Volt\, Amanda Shires and St. Paul & The Broken Bones.
URL:https://www.dakotacooks.com/event/mike-cooley-of-drive-by-truckers-dec6-2026/
CATEGORIES:Americana
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SUMMARY:Asleep At the Wheel
DESCRIPTION:“scruffy but sincere traditionalists” – AllMusic\n  \nAsleep at the Wheel’s Ray Benson has been traversing the globe for over fifty years. He is an ambassador of Western swing music\, introducing its irresistible sound to generation after generation. More than 100 musicians have passed through the Wheel\, but Benson remains the front man and the keeper of the vision. in the process racking up more than thirty albums\, ten Grammy awards and literally millions of miles on the road.  \n“I’m the reason it’s still together\, but the reason it’s popular is because we’ve had the greatest singers and players\,” Benson explains. “When someone joins the band\, I say\, ‘Learn everything that’s ever been done\, then put your own stamp on it.’ I love to hear how they interpret what we do. I’m just a singer and a songwriter\, and a pretty good guitar player\, but my best talent is convincing people to jump on board and play this music.” \nAsleep at the Wheel represents an important cornerstone of American roots music. They maintain this even though some of its members and audiences represent a new generation. That far-reaching appeal remains a testament to Benson’s initial vision. \n“It took me sixty years\, but I’m doing what I’m meant to do—singing and playing and writing better than I ever have. A bandleader is just someone who gathers people around them to play the best music they can play. I just try and make the best decisions possible and kick some ass every night onstage.” \nRecommended for fans of Bob Wills & the Texas Playboys\, Kris Kristofferson\, Lyle Lovett and Ernest Tubb. \n📸: Andrew Dalton
URL:https://www.dakotacooks.com/event/asleep-at-the-wheel-dec-2026/2026-12-07/
CATEGORIES:Americana
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SUMMARY:Asleep At the Wheel
DESCRIPTION:“scruffy but sincere traditionalists” – AllMusic\n  \nAsleep at the Wheel’s Ray Benson has been traversing the globe for over fifty years. He is an ambassador of Western swing music\, introducing its irresistible sound to generation after generation. More than 100 musicians have passed through the Wheel\, but Benson remains the front man and the keeper of the vision. in the process racking up more than thirty albums\, ten Grammy awards and literally millions of miles on the road.  \n“I’m the reason it’s still together\, but the reason it’s popular is because we’ve had the greatest singers and players\,” Benson explains. “When someone joins the band\, I say\, ‘Learn everything that’s ever been done\, then put your own stamp on it.’ I love to hear how they interpret what we do. I’m just a singer and a songwriter\, and a pretty good guitar player\, but my best talent is convincing people to jump on board and play this music.” \nAsleep at the Wheel represents an important cornerstone of American roots music. They maintain this even though some of its members and audiences represent a new generation. That far-reaching appeal remains a testament to Benson’s initial vision. \n“It took me sixty years\, but I’m doing what I’m meant to do—singing and playing and writing better than I ever have. A bandleader is just someone who gathers people around them to play the best music they can play. I just try and make the best decisions possible and kick some ass every night onstage.” \nRecommended for fans of Bob Wills & the Texas Playboys\, Kris Kristofferson\, Lyle Lovett and Ernest Tubb. \n📸: Andrew Dalton
URL:https://www.dakotacooks.com/event/asleep-at-the-wheel-dec-2026/2026-12-08/
CATEGORIES:Americana
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20261215T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20261215T210000
DTSTAMP:20260908T133800Z
CREATED:20260901T185412Z
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SUMMARY:Sarah Morris & The Sometimes Elves
DESCRIPTION:Just say yes to a sparkly night of holiday favorites with Sarah Morris and the Sometimes Elves!\n  \nOnce a year\, Sarah Morris gets out silver bells\, the tinsel\, the holly\, and the jolly. Then\, she invites her friends to gather for a sparkling night of holiday music. Also\, Morris grew up in a house where Brenda Lee\, Johnny Mathis\, and Bing Crosby crooned through the family speakers all season long. Thus\, Sarah comes by her deep love for Christmas songs honestly. Join Sarah & The Sometimes Elves for a joyful evening filled with festive favorites\, love\, laughter\, and (twinkling) light. \nSarah Morris is a Minneapolis-based Americana singer-songwriter. Here\, her crystalline voice and benevolent storytelling have earned her recognition as one of the Midwest’s most compelling musical voices. Many have noticed: Morris won the prestigious Kerrville New Folk Competition in 2018. Additionally\, she is three-time Midwest Country Music Organization Songwriter of the Year\, and recent MCMO Americana Artist of the Year. Here\, Morris creates music that gracefully balances technical precision with profound emotional resonance. \nA graduate of the Lawrence University Conservatory of Music\, Morris honed her craft in Nashville before returning to Minnesota. Also\, her songwriting has garnered national recognition through competitions at Lincoln Center\, MerleFest\, and the Telluride Troubadour contest. Her albums have earned international airplay and critical acclaim on Americana charts. Moreover\, 2023’s Here’s To You earned Album of the Year honors from the Midwest Country Music Organization. \nRecommended for fans of Brandi Carlile\, Pieta Brown\, Patty Griffin and Birds of Chicago.
URL:https://www.dakotacooks.com/event/sarah-morris-the-sometimes-elves-dec15-2026/
CATEGORIES:Americana
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DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20270106T210000
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SUMMARY:Our House: Tribute to Crosby\, Stills\, Nash & Young
DESCRIPTION:Celebrating the legacy of Crosby\, Stills\, Nash & Young.\n  \nOur House celebrates the legacy of Crosby\, Stills\, Nash & Young. They do this through authentic\, heartfelt performances that capture the essence of their timeless music. \nOur House was formed in 2022. Six talented musicians unite under a shared passion for the timeless music of Crosby\, Stills\, Nash & Young. Each member brings their unique skills and experiences to the stage. They create a harmonious blend that pays homage to the legendary supergroup. Inspired by the enduring appeal of CSNY’s music\, Our House is dedicated to delivering pure\, unembellished performances. They highlight the power of the music\, its lyrics\, and the emotions they evoke. \nRecommended for fans of CSNY\, The Eagles\, Blind Faith and Allman Brothers Band.
URL:https://www.dakotacooks.com/event/our-house-tribute-to-crosby-stills-nash-young-jan6-2027/
CATEGORIES:Americana,Rock
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DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20270206T210000
DTSTAMP:20261019T124628Z
CREATED:20261013T180738Z
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SUMMARY:Chastity Brown
DESCRIPTION:“brooding soul eloquence… and folk-infected naturalness.”  – NPR\n  \nGospel and blues\, melodic sensibility\, and honest emotion… \nBased in Minnesota\, with roots in Tennessee\, Chastity Brown grew up surrounded by country and soul music. In the gospel church of her childhood\, she played saxophone and drums. She also found her singing voice and a passion for music. NPR’s “Favorite Sessions\,” CMT\, American Songwriter\, the London Times and Paste Magazine have all featured her. She has shared the stage with artists as diverse as Ani Difranco\, Andrea Gibson\, Indigo Girls\, The National\, Justin Vernon\, and Micheal Kiwanuka. \nBrown’s latest\, 2022’s Sing To The Walls\, is a sonically expansive album\, mining the roots of Americana\, folk\, and soul music. Chastity delivers her stories in a style that feels remarkably timely\, modern\, and forward-thinking. These songs unfold with Chastity’s expressive voice and expansive melodies\, leading the listener through intertwining tendrils of atmospheric sounds. \nBetween writing sessions she’s been vibing to chilled-out\, forward thinking artists like Leon Bridges\, H.E.R.\, SZA\, and Daniel Caesar. Like them\, she expands beyond genre and her folk/roots history to encompass her appreciation of all Black American musical art forms. “I also want to poke at what the blues is\,” Chastity reflects. “It has a lot of stereotypes\, like it’s mostly only played by blue-eyed white guys now. But what about Bessie Smith and Ma Rainey? I feel so closely connected\, in a pure\, undeviating lineage\, to the heritage of being a Black\, queer blues woman.” \n📸: Brad Ogbonna \nRecommended for fans of Amythyst Kiah\, Rhiannon Giddens\, Valerie June and Brittany Howard.
URL:https://www.dakotacooks.com/event/chastity-brown-feb-2027/2027-02-06/
CATEGORIES:Americana,Rock
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SUMMARY:Chastity Brown
DESCRIPTION:“brooding soul eloquence… and folk-infected naturalness.”  – NPR\n  \nGospel and blues\, melodic sensibility\, and honest emotion… \nBased in Minnesota\, with roots in Tennessee\, Chastity Brown grew up surrounded by country and soul music. In the gospel church of her childhood\, she played saxophone and drums. She also found her singing voice and a passion for music. NPR’s “Favorite Sessions\,” CMT\, American Songwriter\, the London Times and Paste Magazine have all featured her. She has shared the stage with artists as diverse as Ani Difranco\, Andrea Gibson\, Indigo Girls\, The National\, Justin Vernon\, and Micheal Kiwanuka. \nBrown’s latest\, 2022’s Sing To The Walls\, is a sonically expansive album\, mining the roots of Americana\, folk\, and soul music. Chastity delivers her stories in a style that feels remarkably timely\, modern\, and forward-thinking. These songs unfold with Chastity’s expressive voice and expansive melodies\, leading the listener through intertwining tendrils of atmospheric sounds. \nBetween writing sessions she’s been vibing to chilled-out\, forward thinking artists like Leon Bridges\, H.E.R.\, SZA\, and Daniel Caesar. Like them\, she expands beyond genre and her folk/roots history to encompass her appreciation of all Black American musical art forms. “I also want to poke at what the blues is\,” Chastity reflects. “It has a lot of stereotypes\, like it’s mostly only played by blue-eyed white guys now. But what about Bessie Smith and Ma Rainey? I feel so closely connected\, in a pure\, undeviating lineage\, to the heritage of being a Black\, queer blues woman.” \n📸: Brad Ogbonna \nRecommended for fans of Amythyst Kiah\, Rhiannon Giddens\, Valerie June and Brittany Howard.
URL:https://www.dakotacooks.com/event/chastity-brown-feb-2027/2027-02-07/
CATEGORIES:Americana,Rock
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CREATED:20261020T165832Z
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SUMMARY:The Fabulous Armadillos & Collective Unconscious
DESCRIPTION:“among Central Minnesota’s most popular and recognizable bands.” – St. Cloud Times\n  \nThe Fabulous Armadillos and Collective Unconscious have performed hundreds of sellout performances of their spot-on tribute shows. Now they come together to recreate the magical songs we all know as the premier band of California rock in the 70’s\, the Eagles. You will hear all the hits and relive the sound of your turntable spinning those incredible albums. Hear “Take It Easy”\, “Lyin’ Eyes”\, “One Of These Nights”\, “Desperado”\, “I Can’t Tell You Why”\, and “Witchy Woman”. Also\, “Hotel California”\, “Take It To The Limit” and so many more! With their nine-piece band\, you can sit back and close your eyes and take in the power of the Eagles. \nRecommended for fans of The Eagles\, The Byrds\, Buffalo Springfield and Loggins & Messina.
URL:https://www.dakotacooks.com/event/the-fabulous-armadillos-mar-2027/2027-03-02/
CATEGORIES:Americana,Rock
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