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SUMMARY:C.J. Chenier & The Red Hot Louisiana Band
DESCRIPTION:Valentine’s Menu Add-On – 7pm Show\n*Pre-purchase and receive a free bottle of Washington Hill Merlot.\n \n\n  \n\n\n“contemporary\, turbo-charged dance music” – Boston Globe \n  \nClayton Joseph Chenier is Creole music royalty. His father\, the legendary Clifton Chenier\, invented the style of music we know today as Zydeco. Moreover\, Clifton is the first Creole musician to be recognized with a Grammy Award. \nRaised in this indigenous American culture with its own distinctive language\, cuisine and music\, C.J. delivers soulful vocals along with jaw-dropping masterful accordion-driven rock\, Zydeco and blues. \nC.J. spent his childhood in the tough tenement housing projects of Port Arthur\, Texas. C.J. joined his father’s band on his twenty-first birthday. His first gig was playing for the opening of the now world-renowned Antone’s in Austin\, Texas. \nOn the road\, his father showed him how to front a world class touring band. He taught C.J. how to run the family business and how to develop his lifelong passion for music into a career. When Clifton died in 1987 his son\, C.J.\, adopted the Red Hot Louisiana Band. Moreover\, he recorded his debut album for the great American independent label Arhoolie Records. \nC.J. has also played with John Mayall\, The Gin Blossoms\, Ray Parker\, Jr.\, Joe Sample\, Jimmie Vaughan\, Sonny Landreth and Buckwheat Zydeco. Also\, The Jon Stewart Show and CNN have featured him. Additionally\, he has performed at numerous music festivals around the world. Further\, he is a consistent crowd pleaser for The New Orleans Jazz and Heritage Festival. \nAttending a C.J. Chenier show is a transformative experience. You may come in tired and beat up just from living in this world – but you will leave renewed and happy.  And that is the promise C.J. makes. “You can’t come to my show and stay unhappy. You’re going to break a smile before too long. This is happy music.” \nRecommended for fans of Terrance Simien\, Buckwheat Zydeco\, Queen Ida and Chubby Carrier.
URL:https://www.dakotacooks.com/event/c-j-chenier-the-red-hot-louisiana-band-feb11-2026/
CATEGORIES:Americana,Blues,Rock/Pop
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SUMMARY:Our Neighbor: A Benefit Concert
DESCRIPTION:A Night of Music and Solidarity for our Community\n*THIS SHOW IS SOLD OUT* \nTo keep the love and solidarity going\, we will be hosting a FREE livestream on the day of the show (see link below).\n \nSHAREABLE LIVESTREAM LINK\n  \n\n  \nPlus\, the donation link is live for anyone who wants to support!  \nPlease note: This is a donation link only. Donations do not include admission to the show. \nDonate via Givebutter:\nhttps://givebutter.com/ZCsc1C \n \nFunds raised will be going to:\nImmigrant Law Center of Minnesota\nCommunity Aid Network MN\nAmerican Civil Liberties Union\nMid-Minnesota Legal Aid\nGroundwork Legal \nShow Lineup \nThe New Standards will be joined by Special Guests including: \n\nJeremy Messersmith\nAby Wolf & Eric Mayson\nDave Pirner and Ryan Smith\nMatt Wilson\nDylan Hicks & Small Screens\nLucy Michelle\nJohn Fields\nKen Chastain\nTina Schlieske\nCurtiss A\n& More\n\nOur city has felt the fracturing Federal efforts in many ways. Tonight\, we come together as a community to celebrate the things that make us great: diversity\, inclusion\, and love. \nThroughout the month of February\, MN Music venues will be raising their voices and raising money in solidarity with our community. \n*Valentine’s Menu is Not Available for this show.
URL:https://www.dakotacooks.com/event/our-neighbor-a-benefit-concert-feb12-2026/
CATEGORIES:Jazz,Rock/Pop
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260213T183000
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SUMMARY:Steely Dane
DESCRIPTION:Valentine’s Menu Add-On – 6:30pm Show\nValentine’s Menu Add-On – 9pm Show\n*Pre-purchase and receive a free bottle of Washington Hill Merlot.\n \n\n  \n\n\n“the band is energetic and sounds amazing” – Milwaukee Magazine\n  \nIn 2010\, co-founders David Adler and David Stoler (The Steely Daves) put together a tribute show for Steely Dan. There\, they would feature the best musicians in the Madison\, WI music scene. Madison is located in Dane County\, WI\, thus the name.  \nThe first Steely Dane show featured over thirty of Madison’s best rock and jazz musicians\, and it sold out. Not ones to waste a herculean effort of arranging a full night’s worth of the Dan’s best stuff\, the crew decided to do it again\, and again… and oops\, now it’s no longer a show\, it’s a BAND.  \nSince then\, the band has trimmed down to the current fourteen-piece family. Now\, that features a four-piece horn section\, two female backup singers\, two guitars\, two keyboards\, vibes\, and percussion. Here\, they have all the instruments necessary to recreate the amazing mixes of the Dan’s albums and live performances. Moreover\, the band has won multiple awards for best tribute band and sold out theaters from Chicago to Minneapolis. Additionally\, they are a perennial favorite at summer festivals as well.  \nTheir songbook features over fifty songs from both Steely Dan and Donald Fagen’s solo career. This allows them to play different shows night after night. Furthermore\, they have even performed complete album shows for The Royal Scam\, Aja\, and Gaucho. \nRecommended for fans of Steely Dan\, Donald Fagen\, Fleetwood Mac and The Eagles.
URL:https://www.dakotacooks.com/event/steely-dane-feb13-2026/2026-02-13/1/
CATEGORIES:Rock/Pop
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SUMMARY:Steely Dane
DESCRIPTION:Valentine’s Menu Add-On – 6:30pm Show\nValentine’s Menu Add-On – 9pm Show\n*Pre-purchase and receive a free bottle of Washington Hill Merlot.\n \n\n  \n\n\n“the band is energetic and sounds amazing” – Milwaukee Magazine\n  \nIn 2010\, co-founders David Adler and David Stoler (The Steely Daves) put together a tribute show for Steely Dan. There\, they would feature the best musicians in the Madison\, WI music scene. Madison is located in Dane County\, WI\, thus the name.  \nThe first Steely Dane show featured over thirty of Madison’s best rock and jazz musicians\, and it sold out. Not ones to waste a herculean effort of arranging a full night’s worth of the Dan’s best stuff\, the crew decided to do it again\, and again… and oops\, now it’s no longer a show\, it’s a BAND.  \nSince then\, the band has trimmed down to the current fourteen-piece family. Now\, that features a four-piece horn section\, two female backup singers\, two guitars\, two keyboards\, vibes\, and percussion. Here\, they have all the instruments necessary to recreate the amazing mixes of the Dan’s albums and live performances. Moreover\, the band has won multiple awards for best tribute band and sold out theaters from Chicago to Minneapolis. Additionally\, they are a perennial favorite at summer festivals as well.  \nTheir songbook features over fifty songs from both Steely Dan and Donald Fagen’s solo career. This allows them to play different shows night after night. Furthermore\, they have even performed complete album shows for The Royal Scam\, Aja\, and Gaucho. \nRecommended for fans of Steely Dan\, Donald Fagen\, Fleetwood Mac and The Eagles.
URL:https://www.dakotacooks.com/event/steely-dane-feb13-2026/2026-02-13/2/
CATEGORIES:Rock/Pop
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SUMMARY:Rogue Valley
DESCRIPTION:“Koza is a rare talent… the band around him occupies similar rarefied air.” –No Depression\n  \nRogue Valley is an Americana band based in the Twin Cities. Here\, the blend of urban development and natural landscape converge along the shores of the Mississippi River. The band raced onto the local scene a little over a decade ago\, with four full-length albums in a single year. Then\, in 2016 the band followed up with the anthemic\, twangy surf-rock collection radiate/dissolve. However\, since then it’s been mostly sporadic social media posts claiming\, “Coming Soon.” \nIndividually\, the band members have all remained occupied. Vocalist Linnea Mohn shares the stage with singer-songwriters Aby Wolf and Jonatha Brooke. Drummer Luke Anderson and guitarist Peter Sieve have joined up with the Iowa-based Lissie. Also\, bassist Cody McKinney continues to push boundaries with his compositions and collaborations. Since Rogue Valley’s last release\, songwriter-vocalist Chris Koza has released three solo albums (Sleepwalkers Part 1 & 2\, and the instrumental On Horseshoe Lake). Additionally\, in 2022 he joined the legendary Gordon Lightfoot on a run that would become his final Midwest tour. \nNow the hum of optimism surrounding new music is beginning its tangible crescendo. The new album\, 2023’s Shell Game\, is a nod to natural and created structures that both contain and obscure. \nA cocoon yields a butterfly; a riverbed holds a story; a body houses a soul. A shell mirrors the meditative drone of an ocean crashing onto itself. For every journey\, there are moments and minutiae in between as bright or dark as any greater narrative. Shell Game roams familiar territory and also furthers the idea of Americana and the Rogue Valley aesthetic.  \n \nPianist Stephen Wallack has always been drawn to instrumental music. Inspired by the grandiose feelings of George Winston’s music and the rich imagery within film scores\, Wallack has released six albums of original music. His latest\, 2025’s Open\, is his journey to connect with a deeper self-awareness and a greater hope that we can all find inner peace. \nRecommended for fans of Lissie\, Jeremy Messersmith\, Jenny Lewis and Birds of Chicago.
URL:https://www.dakotacooks.com/event/rogue-valley-feb18-2026/
CATEGORIES:Americana,Rock/Pop
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SUMMARY:Vienna Teng
DESCRIPTION:“thoughtful songwriting and her exquisite\, soulful soprano.” – Slant\n  \nSongwriter Vienna Teng re-emerged in 2024 with her mashup song pair We’ve Got You. There\, she released her first new music in over a decade. However\, her fans have been here the whole time. They’ve packed concert venues even in years between releases\, and crowdfunded an ambitious music video in hours. Additionally\, they joined by the hundreds when she launched her “music x climate action” Patreon in 2022. \nThat kind of devotion has poured forth since 2002’s Waking Hour. That album earned coverage on NPR’s Weekend Edition\, The Late Show with David Letterman\, and the top of Amazon’s music charts. She grew across four more studio albums that followed – the chamber folk of Warm Strangers. Then\, the jazz-inflected Dreaming Through the Noise\, the indie epic Inland Territory\, and the bright electro-pop in Aims. Here\, Vienna has paid homage to her genre-bending heroes like Paul Simon and Tori Amos\, while carving a path all her own. Together with her captivating live performances and thoughtful online presence\, her work builds a loyal following across generations and continents.  \nVienna’s new mini-EP We’ve Got You reflects the complexity of her life over the past decade. This includes climate change work\, community building\, and parenthood. Two songs\, each titled “We’ve Got You\,” act like fraternal twins. One is an indie-pop tribute to inspiring leaders\, the other a chamber-folk paean to unsung caregivers. Played simultaneously\, they reveal a new intricate whole: a mashup by design\, and a love letter to social movements. \nRecommended for fans of Tori Amos\, Paul Simon\, Imogen Heap and Kate Bush.
URL:https://www.dakotacooks.com/event/vienna-teng-feb22-2026/
CATEGORIES:Rock/Pop
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SUMMARY:Glen Phillips (of Toad the Wet Sprocket)
DESCRIPTION:“a decidedly melodic approach\, an effortlessly engaging sound” – American Songwriter\n  \nGlen Phillips has spent almost forty years as lead singer and main songwriter of Toad the Wet Sprocket. There\, he helped create the band’s elegant folk/pop sound with honest\, introspective lyrics that forged a close bond with fans. Alongside his work with Toad\, Glen has released acclaimed solo albums and collaborated on side projects. For example\, Mutual Admiration Society (with members of Nickel Creek) and the experimental Remote Tree Children. \n“I’ve been playing a songwriting game with Texas folk singer Matt The Electrician for about ten years\,” Glen says. “Every Friday\, he sends out a title. We have a week to write a song that includes it. The process allows me to write songs I wouldn’t write on my own. I’m always surprised at what comes out.” That sense of curiosity and play continues to fuel his creative life. \n2025 was a very full year of music. Glen played to packed solo shows across the U.S. and toured the Rockies with John Craigie. Then\, he hit the road with Toad the Wet Sprocket for a massive summer tour. This fall he toured the UK with Colin Hay. Also\, in October he hosted his first-ever European river cruise on the Danube\, traveling from Budapest to Nuremberg. \nLooking ahead\, Glen plans to begin work on a new solo album in 2026. “I’ll be spending this year writing new material for both Toad and solo projects. There’s also an acoustic Toad album coming out\, as well as a side project solo collection of songs. Between that and touring\, I’ll be plenty busy.” \nRecommended for fans of Toad the Wet Sprocket\, Edwin McCain\, Gin Blossoms and Better Than Ezra. \n📸: Chris Orwig
URL:https://www.dakotacooks.com/event/glen-phillips-of-toad-the-wet-sprocket-feb23-2026/
CATEGORIES:Rock/Pop
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SUMMARY:Holly Bowling
DESCRIPTION:“heady\, layered improv-rock excursions distilled into crystalline solo piano pieces” – Rolling Stone\n  \nSolo pianist Holly Bowling is an artist who repeatedly defies convention\, breaks ceilings\, and eludes simplistic labels. Here\, she does this while bringing virtuosic playing\, emotional immersion\, and a thirst for invention to everything that she does. She’s been acclaimed by Rolling Stone and has jammed with a long list of impressive company. This includes Bob Weir\, Jim James\, Warren Haynes\, John Scofield\, Branford Marsalis\, and many more. Moreover\, Holly has established herself as a virtuoso pianist with her own musical voice.  \nHolly has fostered a strong sense of identity while musically shapeshifting to the task at hand. She’s gone from joining Grateful Dead’s Phil Lesh for extended explorations of “Dark Star\,” to recording dance tracks with LP Giobbi. She is a frequent guest of Greensky Bluegrass. With them\, she recorded 2023’s The Iceland Sessions EP\, and appeared 2022’s Stress Dreams. Her solo piano arrangements span across genres\, featuring songs from The National and Nine Inch Nails to Phish and the Grateful Dead. Additionally\, they have been featured in several independent films\, and led to performances from Carnegie Hall to Red Rocks.  \nHolly arrived as an exciting outlier on 2015’s Distillation Of A Dream: The Music Of Phish Reimagined For Solo Piano. Then\, 2016’s Better Left Unsung\, featuring the music of the Grateful Dead\, landed in Billboard’s Top 25 Classical Albums. \nDuring the pandemic\, Holly toured national parks\, recording audience-less performances against the backdrop of some of America’s most breathtaking landscapes. As she does with her live-audience performances\, Holly played to the room. \nBowling reimagined more Grateful Dead staples on 2020’s Seeking All That’s Still Unsung. Holly looks to flip the script once more with an upcoming album of original compositions. \nRecommended for fans of Phish\, The Grateful Dead\, Greensky Bluegrass and The National.
URL:https://www.dakotacooks.com/event/holly-bowling-feb26-2026/
CATEGORIES:Rock/Pop
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SUMMARY:John Oates & The Good Road Band
DESCRIPTION:“engaging\, unpretentious voice… sincere and modestly virtuosic” – Acoustic Guitar\n  \nJohn Oates is celebrating twenty-five years as an accomplished solo recording artist. John celebrated this milestone by releasing his newest project\, 2025’s self-titled album Oates. \nOates is a co-founder of the most successful duo in rock history\, Hall & Oates. Thus\, he is a member of the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame and The American Songwriters Hall of Fame. Also\, he received the prestigious BMI Icon Award as well as numerous American Music\, MTV awards and multiple Grammy nominations.  \nOates has been part of pop music history’s most iconic moments. For example\, he was part of the groundbreaking “We Are The World” charity session. Further\, Hall and Oates headlined the first Live Aid concert in Philadelphia. More recently\, John is very active with various philanthropic organizations such as Feeding America\, Movember\, Teen Cancer America and more. \nIn addition to having sold over 80 million albums as a former member of Hall & Oates\, he has recorded eight solo albums. He is currently touring the world with his Good Road Band and Acoustic Quartet performing his new original songs. Additionally\, they cover past hits as well as selections of influential music he calls “the songs that made me”. Here\, these are selected from the early days of rock\, soul\, folk and R&B. \nRecommended for fans of Hall & Oates\, Boz Scaggs\, Bruce Hornsby and Jeff Lynne. \n📸: Jason Lee Denton
URL:https://www.dakotacooks.com/event/john-oates-the-good-road-band-mar6-2026/2026-03-06/1/
CATEGORIES:Americana,R&B/Soul,Rock/Pop
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SUMMARY:John Oates & The Good Road Band
DESCRIPTION:“engaging\, unpretentious voice… sincere and modestly virtuosic” – Acoustic Guitar\n  \nJohn Oates is celebrating twenty-five years as an accomplished solo recording artist. John celebrated this milestone by releasing his newest project\, 2025’s self-titled album Oates. \nOates is a co-founder of the most successful duo in rock history\, Hall & Oates. Thus\, he is a member of the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame and The American Songwriters Hall of Fame. Also\, he received the prestigious BMI Icon Award as well as numerous American Music\, MTV awards and multiple Grammy nominations.  \nOates has been part of pop music history’s most iconic moments. For example\, he was part of the groundbreaking “We Are The World” charity session. Further\, Hall and Oates headlined the first Live Aid concert in Philadelphia. More recently\, John is very active with various philanthropic organizations such as Feeding America\, Movember\, Teen Cancer America and more. \nIn addition to having sold over 80 million albums as a former member of Hall & Oates\, he has recorded eight solo albums. He is currently touring the world with his Good Road Band and Acoustic Quartet performing his new original songs. Additionally\, they cover past hits as well as selections of influential music he calls “the songs that made me”. Here\, these are selected from the early days of rock\, soul\, folk and R&B. \nRecommended for fans of Hall & Oates\, Boz Scaggs\, Bruce Hornsby and Jeff Lynne. \n📸: Jason Lee Denton
URL:https://www.dakotacooks.com/event/john-oates-the-good-road-band-mar6-2026/2026-03-06/2/
CATEGORIES:Americana,R&B/Soul,Rock/Pop
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SUMMARY:Los Lobos
DESCRIPTION:“one of the hottest live acts on the planet” – BBC\n  \nIt’s a matter of time. Fifty years to be exact. And in that time Los Lobos have created an unprecedented body of work\, a legacy of greatness. The numbers are staggering: 100+ gigs a year for five decades running\, crossing millions of miles to rock millions of fans. And that’s just at the live shows. \nThey’ve also recorded seventeen studio albums\, seven live LPs\, three compilations\, two EPs\, two DVDs\, and contributed over forty guest appearances on their friends’ recordings. They have garnered five Grammys\, an Austin City Limits Hall of Fame induction and the ALMA Ritchie Valens Pioneer Award. \nBut beyond all the hoopla and applause (and the source of it all\, really) is the tremendous heart. Rather\, hearts. Cinco corazones. Five blood brothers who have dedicated their off-stage time to helping others\, working for peace and justice. Further\, they’ve penned some of the most literate and important music of their time. They transform the hard cries from the East L.A. barrio into songs of hope\, tales of common folk finding ways to endure. \nThe young wolves were weaned on late-night radio’s soul\, R&B\, and doo-wop. Were cured through the African-American currents of the blues\, jazz\, and rock ‘n’ roll. An amalgam. As proud Chicanos\, their songs have always glistened with the distillation from their Mexican and Latin American roots. \nQuite simply\, they are one of the tightest\, one of the best\, one of the most prolific bands ever. And\, amazingly\, with the original founding members as the pack the entire time. Unprecedented. As their liner notes put it\, quite simply: “Los Lobos still are David Hidalgo\, Louie Pérez\, Jr.\, Cesar Rosas\, Conrad Lozano\, Steve Berlin.” \nRecommended for fans of Alejandro Escovedo\, Roy Orbison\, Ritchie Valens and Elvis Presley. \nThese tickets do not qualify for the A-Train discount.
URL:https://www.dakotacooks.com/event/los-lobos/2026-03-11/
CATEGORIES:Jazz,R&B/Soul,Rock/Pop
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SUMMARY:Los Lobos
DESCRIPTION:“one of the hottest live acts on the planet” – BBC\n  \nIt’s a matter of time. Fifty years to be exact. And in that time Los Lobos have created an unprecedented body of work\, a legacy of greatness. The numbers are staggering: 100+ gigs a year for five decades running\, crossing millions of miles to rock millions of fans. And that’s just at the live shows. \nThey’ve also recorded seventeen studio albums\, seven live LPs\, three compilations\, two EPs\, two DVDs\, and contributed over forty guest appearances on their friends’ recordings. They have garnered five Grammys\, an Austin City Limits Hall of Fame induction and the ALMA Ritchie Valens Pioneer Award. \nBut beyond all the hoopla and applause (and the source of it all\, really) is the tremendous heart. Rather\, hearts. Cinco corazones. Five blood brothers who have dedicated their off-stage time to helping others\, working for peace and justice. Further\, they’ve penned some of the most literate and important music of their time. They transform the hard cries from the East L.A. barrio into songs of hope\, tales of common folk finding ways to endure. \nThe young wolves were weaned on late-night radio’s soul\, R&B\, and doo-wop. Were cured through the African-American currents of the blues\, jazz\, and rock ‘n’ roll. An amalgam. As proud Chicanos\, their songs have always glistened with the distillation from their Mexican and Latin American roots. \nQuite simply\, they are one of the tightest\, one of the best\, one of the most prolific bands ever. And\, amazingly\, with the original founding members as the pack the entire time. Unprecedented. As their liner notes put it\, quite simply: “Los Lobos still are David Hidalgo\, Louie Pérez\, Jr.\, Cesar Rosas\, Conrad Lozano\, Steve Berlin.” \nRecommended for fans of Alejandro Escovedo\, Roy Orbison\, Ritchie Valens and Elvis Presley. \nThese tickets do not qualify for the A-Train discount.
URL:https://www.dakotacooks.com/event/los-lobos/2026-03-12/
CATEGORIES:Jazz,R&B/Soul,Rock/Pop
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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-mar13-2026/
CATEGORIES:Americana,Rock/Pop
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DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260316T210000
DTSTAMP:20260430T103302
CREATED:20251230T163303Z
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SUMMARY:Richard Bona
DESCRIPTION:“pure summer happiness… golden voice” – London Jazz News\n  \nGrammy winner Richard Bona is one of the most accomplished international bass players\, composers and multi-instrumentalists. With his unique sound and vocal gift he is continuously representing his African origins. Moreover\, Bona’s music addresses the continent’s traditions\, culture\, beauty and issues. His purpose\, and Bona’s connection with his audience has turned him into a staple name in world\, jazz and Afropop music. \nHe currently produces and records for Latin and Brazilian artists in pop\, Brazilian songbook\, Flamenco and Caribbean music. \nRichard Bona has toured\, composed\, recorded\, and created musical forms of art with the greatest. He’s worked with Herbie Hancock\, Harry Belafonte\, Steps Ahead\, Quincy Jones\, Chick Corea\, Buena Vista Social Club and Cesária Évora. Also\, Sting\, Mike Stern\, Pat Metheny\, Stevie Wonder\, Bobby McFerrin\, Chucho Valdés\, George Benson\, Oumou Sangaré and more. Thus\, he has many diverse notable collaborations to his credit. Richard has also taught Jazz Improvisation at NYU and is constantly teaching and mentoring young talents throughout the world. Furthermore\, he’s also a TED speaker and ambassador for various non-profit projects. \nHe is highly involved in developing better music business practices and ethics. He has a Signature Series collaboration with Italian-based MARKBASS. This has positioned him as one of the most creative and best-selling bass amp and bass guitar manufacturers in the world. \nBona is constantly touring around the world and exploring new musical directions. Further\, Richard continues to redefine his sound\, while still performing live. He’s currently working on new Afrobeat\, Afropop\, Latin and Flamenco projects throughout Europe\, the US and Latin America. \nRecommended for fans of Stanley Clarke\, Joe Zawinul\, Trilok Gurtu and Dobet Gnahore.
URL:https://www.dakotacooks.com/event/richard-bona-mar16-2026/
CATEGORIES:Global,Rock/Pop
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260317T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260317T210000
DTSTAMP:20260430T103302
CREATED:20260225T221255Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260304T201032Z
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SUMMARY:NUNNABOVE
DESCRIPTION:“Minneapolis’s latest and greatest” – The Current\n  \nNUNNABOVE has been called the “next generation of the Minneapolis sound”. Furthermore\, they were featured on season thirteen of America’s Got Talent. The Current calls them “Minneapolis’s latest and greatest.” Additionally\, producer Terry Lewis says\, “they have many years of music ahead of them”. Also\, Jon Bream (Star Tribune) says “they have oodles of talent and potential”. Sounds Of Blackness founder/leader Gary Hines raves about the group. “They are super-talented\, highly skilled and gifted musicians\, writers and performers with unique sound and style.” The band has shared the stage with Sounds of Blackness\, PJ Morton of Maroon 5\, Stokely\, and many others. \nNUNNABOVE is Cadence\, Mattie\, Bennett\, and Wisdom. Here\, these four siblings take their influences from funk\, jazz\, rock and neo-soul to generate their own sound and style. Also\, Their inspiration ranges from The Purple One to the Gloved One\, The 1975 to Chaka Khan. For these siblings\, family is life and the key to what they create musically. As featured artists at Prince’s Paisley Park Celebration in 2023\, they became one of the concert’s most memorable moments. Matthew Allen of The Grio writes\, “The Minneapolis Sound seems to be in good hands.” Chaka Khan\, who also attended the celebration\, heard the group and embraced them with praise when she met them. Then\, she invited them to open for her and Boys II Men two months later at the Minnesota State Fair. \nWith new music dropping in 2026\, this promises to be another great year for NUNNABOVE. Here\, expect several new releases and new shows for current and new fans alike! \nRecommended for fans of Prince\, The Time\, Alexander O’Neal and Lipps Inc.
URL:https://www.dakotacooks.com/event/nunnabove-mar17-2026/
CATEGORIES:Rock/Pop
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260320T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260320T210000
DTSTAMP:20260430T103302
CREATED:20251021T160833Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251202T232310Z
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SUMMARY:JD Simo & Luther Dickinson: Do The Rump! Tour
DESCRIPTION:“straight-up blues with a razor edge guitar slash.” – Americana Highways\n  \nTwo of the most electrifying forces in modern roots music converge! Luther Dickinson (North Mississippi Allstars\, The Black Crowes) joins JD Simo (Chris Isaak\, Jack White\, Beyoncé\, Baz Luhrmann’s Elvis). Here\, they unite as a soul-shaking trio with powerhouse drummer Adam Abrashoff. Their chemistry is deep\, their grooves are dirty\, and their shows are a masterclass in high-octane\, roots-infused blues.  \nLuther\, a four-time Grammy nominee\, is celebrating the twenty-fifth anniversary of North Mississippi Allstars and a brand-new album. Thus\, he is proving his commitment to pushing Hill Country blues forward. JD\, meanwhile\, has built a career on fearless reinvention. In addition to touring with Chris Isaak\, he’s a key creative on the upcoming Bruce Springsteen biopic Deliver Me from Nowhere. There\, he worked closely with both Bruce and director Scott Cooper\, supervised the music script\, and coached lead actor Jeremy Allen White (The Bear). Additionally\, he contributed heavily to the film’s score and soundtrack.  \nTheir collaborative album Do The Rump! has been making waves\, with lead single “Come On” hitting #1 on SiriusXM Bluesville. Furthermore\, the sound is raw\, hypnotic\, and thrillingly alive—equal parts Hill Country trance\, psych-soul\, and electrified jam.  \nThese trio shows are rare. The music is greasy. And this is your chance to feel it live. \nRecommended for fans of North Mississippi Allstars\, The Radiators\, R.L. Burnside and Anders Osborne.
URL:https://www.dakotacooks.com/event/jd-simo-luther-dickinson-do-the-rump-tour-mar20-2026/
CATEGORIES:Blues,Rock/Pop
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DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260322T210000
DTSTAMP:20260430T103302
CREATED:20260120T184424Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260126T142819Z
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SUMMARY:Tina Schlieske Sextet
DESCRIPTION:“one of the most potent singers to ever come out of the Twin Cities.” – Star Tribune\n  \nTina Schlieske\, a Midwestern rock mainstay\, commands a dedicated and passionate following\, especially in her hometown of Minneapolis. She’s best known for fronting the band Tina and the B-Sides. Her inaugural jazz recording\, 2024’s The Good Life\, sees Schlieske embarking on a transformative jazz odyssey. Here\, this is her homage to the greats that have paved the way for voices like Tina’s to celebrate. Further\, she celebrates giants like Billie Holiday and Frank Sinatra. Much like the influential rockers she has emulated\, David Bowie\, Tina Turner\, Tina’s reverence for these giants shines through. \nA luminary in the Minneapolis rock and Americana music circuit\, Schlieske’s illustrious career spans over four decades. There\, she has garnered numerous accolades\, including a prestigious star adorning First Avenue’s legendary star wall. Also\, she is renowned for her impassioned vocal delivery and magnetic stage presence. Thus\, Schlieske’s pivot into the realm of jazz signifies a poignant milestone in her already illustrious career. Her transition into this new territory is a testament to her enduring artistic evolution and an exciting progression for her dedicated audience. \nSchlieske has long held an affinity for jazz\, but she left it unexplored until recent years. Here\, this stemmed from an unanticipated desire to delve into the allure of classic standards within the contemporary musical landscape. “There is a certain simplicity in these complicated songs\,” she reflects. “Singing jazz offers me the chance to push the boundaries of my vocal capabilities. It’s a whole new world compared to rock. Here\, the voice becomes another instrument. Maintaining the essence of the melody while infusing personal interpretation presents a thrilling challenge that I find truly exhilarating.” \nRecommended for fans of Indigo Girls\, Etta James\, Lucinda Williams and Melissa Etheridge.
URL:https://www.dakotacooks.com/event/tina-schlieske-sextet-mar22-2026/
CATEGORIES:Jazz,Rock/Pop
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DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260323T210000
DTSTAMP:20260430T103302
CREATED:20260210T160421Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260225T220924Z
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SUMMARY:Shaun Johnson - The Book of Bublé
DESCRIPTION:“his smooth vocals mirror that of a youthful Sinatra and a young Bublé” – The Indie Source\n  \nShaun Johnson believes great songs never go out of style. Further\, growing up in small-town Iowa\, he fell in love with the kind of music that makes you feel something. There\, he fell under the spell of the swing\, the soul\, the effortless cool. Now\, he’s bringing that sound to life in The Book of Bublé – a night of music that’s as smooth as it is electric. \nThus\, backed by a seven-piece band with full brass\, Shaun reimagines the hits that made Michael Bublé a global phenomenon. Here\, every song is delivered with bold new arrangements\, boundless energy\, and Shaun’s signature charm. Also\, hear songs like “Haven’t Met You Yet”\, “Everything”\, “Cry Me a River” and “Feeling Good”. \nHere\, in the Book of Bublé\, Shaun channels the fire of Sinatra\, the elegance of Ella\, and the raw energy of Jerry Lee Lewis. Moreover\, Johnson is backed by a seven-piece band and bold new orchestrations from Dean Sorenson. \nAdditionally\, this Emmy-winning performer and Billboard Top Five recording artist has performed over 4000 shows throughout the world. However\, the book of Bublé is something different. It’s a celebration of style\, connection\, and the kind of music that fills a room and lifts a heart.  \nHere\, this is not just a tribute. Furthermore\, it’s a night of stories\, of laughter\, and swing – a love letter to the soundtrack of our time. \nShaun Johnson\, vocals\nTheodore Brown\, piano\nDavid Stanoch\, percussion\nAaron Moe\, saxophone\nAidan Miland\, saxophone\nDave Stamps\, trombone\nGerard Ahlgren\, trumpet\nJeremy Boettcher\, bass \nRecommended for fans of Tonic Sol-fa\, The Manhattan Transfer\, Christian McBride Big Band and Rockapella.
URL:https://www.dakotacooks.com/event/shaun-johnson-the-book-of-buble-mar23-2026/
CATEGORIES:Jazz,Rock/Pop
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DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260328T183000
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SUMMARY:VIP Event: Isaac Slade (Formerly of the Fray)
DESCRIPTION:Isaac Slade (Formerly of The Fray) VIP Meet & Greet\nInvitation to pre-show experience with Isaac Slade\, including: \n· Pre-show Meet & Greet and Photo Opportunity with Isaac\n· Solo\, unplugged performance of one song\n· Commemorative VIP Laminate and Lanyard\, signed by Isaac\n· Early merchandise shopping opportunity before doors open to the public \nIMPORTANT: This is not a ticket to the show. \nYou must have a concert ticket in order to purchase this VIP Meet & Greet. \n\n“A stew of angsty earnestness\, piano melancholy and anthemic melodies” – BBC\n  \nIsaac Slade is best known as the former frontman of the Grammy-nominated\, multi-platinum band The Fray. Here\, he steps back onto the stage after four years with his first-ever solo tour in 2026. The Songs I Know tour will take audiences through his emotionally resonant songwriting and the life journey that shaped his music. Slade’s performances bring listeners into his intimate\, cinematic vocal style. The show features formative songs and stories\, his genre-defining hits\, and the music that inspired him through the years. With new music releases on the horizon\, Slade will share his latest work. This will reflect a powerful evolution that invites listeners into something honest\, timeless\, and evocative. \nRecommended for fans of The Fray\, Coldplay\, John Mayer and Oasis. \n📸: Ross Bustin
URL:https://www.dakotacooks.com/event/isaac-slade-songs-i-know-tour-vip-mar28-2026/
CATEGORIES:Rock/Pop
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DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260328T210000
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SUMMARY:Isaac Slade (Formerly of the Fray)
DESCRIPTION:“A stew of angsty earnestness\, piano melancholy and anthemic melodies” – BBC\n  \nIsaac Slade is best known as the former frontman of the Grammy-nominated\, multi-platinum band The Fray. Here\, he steps back onto the stage after four years with his first-ever solo tour in 2026. The Songs I Know tour will take audiences through his emotionally resonant songwriting and the life journey that shaped his music. Slade’s performances bring listeners into his intimate\, cinematic vocal style. The show features formative songs and stories\, his genre-defining hits\, and the music that inspired him through the years. With new music releases on the horizon\, Slade will share his latest work. This will reflect a powerful evolution that invites listeners into something honest\, timeless\, and evocative. \nRecommended for fans of The Fray\, Coldplay\, John Mayer and Oasis. \n📸: Ross Bustin
URL:https://www.dakotacooks.com/event/isaac-slade-mar28-2026/
CATEGORIES:Rock/Pop
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260329T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260329T210000
DTSTAMP:20260430T103302
CREATED:20251231T220859Z
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SUMMARY:Savion Glover Presents: Project 9
DESCRIPTION:“Savion is to tap what Charlie Parker is to jazz” – Herb Alpert\n  \nSavion Glover brings his revolutionary Project 9 back to the venue he premiered it at\, in October 2024! Glover combines live jazz music and percussive movement for an expressive celebration of sound. Here\, Glover acts as lead dancer and drummer! At this performance\, he’ll push the boundaries of dance\, taking you on an entertaining journey inspired by mythological and ancestral codes of sound. \nSavion Glover began as a prodigious student of the great Honi Coles and the late Gregory Hines. It was Hines who called him “possibly the best tap dancer that ever lived.” Glover has been boldly breaking new ground for over a quarter century. \nGlover was only eleven when he made his Broadway debut. There\, he played the title character in 1984’s The Tap Dance Kid. Then\, he received his first Tony nomination at fifteen for 1989’s Black and Blue. Also that year\, he appeared alongside Hines and Sammy Davis Jr. in Tap. \nBy the turn of the 1990s Glover was moving freely between stage and screen. He appeared in Hines’ PBS special Gregory Hines’ Tap Dance in America. Also\, he was featured in over forty episodes of the iconic children’s series Sesame Street. Furthermore\, he received a 1992 Drama Desk nomination for Jelly’s Last Jam on Broadway. \nGlover built on the momentum from this award-winning celebration of Jelly Roll Morton. Then\, he became a cultural phenomenon at twenty-three when he co-conceived and starred in the wildly successful 1996 musical Bring in ‘Da Noise/Bring in ‘Da Funk. This was a landmark production tracing the history of Black life in America through tap. The show earned Glover a Tony Award for Best Choreography. Bring in ‘Da Noise/Bring in ‘Da Funk ran for three years at Broadway’s historic Ambassador Theatre\, totaling 1\,130 performances. \nRecommended for fans of Gregory Hines\, John Coltrane\, Jimmy Slyde and Bunny Briggs.
URL:https://www.dakotacooks.com/event/savion-glover-presents-project-9/2026-03-29/
CATEGORIES:Jazz,Rock/Pop
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DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260330T210000
DTSTAMP:20260430T103302
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SUMMARY:Savion Glover Presents: Project 9
DESCRIPTION:“Savion is to tap what Charlie Parker is to jazz” – Herb Alpert\n  \nSavion Glover brings his revolutionary Project 9 back to the venue he premiered it at\, in October 2024! Glover combines live jazz music and percussive movement for an expressive celebration of sound. Here\, Glover acts as lead dancer and drummer! At this performance\, he’ll push the boundaries of dance\, taking you on an entertaining journey inspired by mythological and ancestral codes of sound. \nSavion Glover began as a prodigious student of the great Honi Coles and the late Gregory Hines. It was Hines who called him “possibly the best tap dancer that ever lived.” Glover has been boldly breaking new ground for over a quarter century. \nGlover was only eleven when he made his Broadway debut. There\, he played the title character in 1984’s The Tap Dance Kid. Then\, he received his first Tony nomination at fifteen for 1989’s Black and Blue. Also that year\, he appeared alongside Hines and Sammy Davis Jr. in Tap. \nBy the turn of the 1990s Glover was moving freely between stage and screen. He appeared in Hines’ PBS special Gregory Hines’ Tap Dance in America. Also\, he was featured in over forty episodes of the iconic children’s series Sesame Street. Furthermore\, he received a 1992 Drama Desk nomination for Jelly’s Last Jam on Broadway. \nGlover built on the momentum from this award-winning celebration of Jelly Roll Morton. Then\, he became a cultural phenomenon at twenty-three when he co-conceived and starred in the wildly successful 1996 musical Bring in ‘Da Noise/Bring in ‘Da Funk. This was a landmark production tracing the history of Black life in America through tap. The show earned Glover a Tony Award for Best Choreography. Bring in ‘Da Noise/Bring in ‘Da Funk ran for three years at Broadway’s historic Ambassador Theatre\, totaling 1\,130 performances. \nRecommended for fans of Gregory Hines\, John Coltrane\, Jimmy Slyde and Bunny Briggs.
URL:https://www.dakotacooks.com/event/savion-glover-presents-project-9/2026-03-30/
CATEGORIES:Jazz,Rock/Pop
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DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260402T210000
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SUMMARY:Toronzo Cannon
DESCRIPTION:“exceptionally gifted… man\, he can play” – Blues Blast\n  \n“I want my songs to be heard and experienced\, not just listened to\,” says cliché-defying\, internationally beloved Chicago bluesman Toronzo Cannon. Cannon is on the cutting edge of today’s contemporary blues scene. Further\, critics hail him as one of the genre’s most creative artists. Fans love him for his richly detailed\, truth-telling original songs\, blistering\, inventive guitar work and impassioned vocals.  \nHere\, his heroes inspire his sound. For example\, Hound Dog Taylor\, Muddy Waters\, Elmore James\, Albert King\, Son Seals and Jimi Hendrix. Moreover\, on his latest release\, 2024’s Shut Up And Play!\, Cannon blazes his own path with eleven emotionally charged originals. Thus\, his powerful\, cathartic guitar solos and his soulfully authoritative voice fuel his imaginative songs. \nShut Up And Play! features Cannon\, a former Chicago bus driver\, delivering timeless stories of common experiences. Further\, his lyrics are set ablaze by his passionate and focused guitar playing. Here\, Cannon sings of the heartbreak of lost love\, the humor of daily life\, and the pain of feeling invisible. Chicago’s New City declared\, “Toronzo Cannon spins the innate human capacity of misery and regret into a kind of furious ecstasy.” \n“I write what I know\, what I feel\,” Cannon says. “Listen to the lyrics. I am a Black man in America. These are NOT protest songs. I try to create honest\, common sense understanding with my songs.” \nCannon has earned ten Blues Music Award nominations. Further\, as his fan base expands\, so do his friendships with famous musicians. Gary Clark\, Jr. declared\, “Toronzo is a beast. He lights the room up.” Also\, Joe Bonamassa rightly pronounced\, “Toronzo’s a great guitar player\, excellent vocalist and an amazing personality.” \nRecommended for fans of Lonnie Brooks\, Walter Trout\, Bernard Allison and Corey Stevens.
URL:https://www.dakotacooks.com/event/toronzo-cannon-apr2-2026/
CATEGORIES:Blues,Rock/Pop
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260421T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260421T210000
DTSTAMP:20260430T103302
CREATED:20251209T194411Z
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SUMMARY:Ana Popovic
DESCRIPTION:“one helluva guitar player” – Bruce Springsteen\n  \nLos Angeles-based\, critically acclaimed guitarist and singer Ana Popovic released her latest album\, Dance To The Rhythm\, in 2025. Here\, the album showcases a groundbreaking fusion of groove\, blues\, funk\, and soul.  \nBuilding on the success of her previous work\, Dance To The Rhythm pushes boundaries. There\, she seamlessly blends infectious dance grooves with raw blues guitar and powerful lyrics. The album weaves a rich tapestry of musical styles\, reflecting Popovic’s masterful versatility.  \nAna says: “One of my biggest strengths on stage is my ability to make people dance. Music should take you to a place where you can let go\, feel the groove\, and move. You want music to grab you\, to have a pocket that you can’t resist. Everything else revolves around it. Blues guitar has never really been part of dance music before\, and in that way\, it’s revolutionary. Guitar plays a central role in these tracks\, breaking down the boundaries created by time\, culture\, and musical traditions. With this album\, I’m pushing those boundaries.” For Ana\, blues guitar is the foundation of everything in her music. Yet\, she masterfully blends genres\, effortlessly shifting from blues to dance\, jam band\, funk\, pop\, and even gospel. Thus\, it’s all part of her evolving sound.  \nA true pioneer\, Ana combines her blues guitar roots with bold experimentation\, redefining the intersection of blues and dance music. Her live performances are electrifying\, blending fierce guitar work with irresistible rhythms that compel audiences to move.  \nShe’s received seven Blues Music Awards nominations\, and her latest album\, 2023’s Power\, hit Number One on the Billboard Blues Chart. Additionally\, Ana has shared stages with legends like B.B. King\, Joe Bonamassa\, Warren Haynes\, Robert Plant\, and Gary Clark Jr. \nRecommended for fans of Joe Bonamassa\, Gary Clark Jr.\, Buddy Guy and Eric Gales.
URL:https://www.dakotacooks.com/event/ana-popovic-apr21-2026/
CATEGORIES:Blues,Rock/Pop
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SUMMARY:Jorma Kaukonen & John Hurlbut
DESCRIPTION:“a pioneer of San Francisco psychedelia” – Rolling Stone\n  \nJorma Kaukonen is one of the most highly respected interpreters of American roots music\, blues\, and rock. His storied career has already spanned a half-century. Moreover\, he is a member of the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame and a Grammy recipient. Jorma was at the forefront of popular rock and roll\, one of the founders of the San Francisco sound and a progenitor of Psychedelic Rock. Thus\, he is a founding member of two legendary bands\, Jefferson Airplane and the still-touring Hot Tuna.  \nJorma Kaukonen is a music legend and one of the finest singer-songwriters in his field. He continues to tour\, bringing his unique styling to old blues tunes while presenting new songs of weight and dimension. Here\, his secret is in playing spontaneous\, unfiltered music\, with an individual expression of personality. In 2016\, Jorma\, Jack Casady and the other members of Jefferson Airplane received the Grammy Lifetime Achievement Award. There\, this was to recognize their contributions to American music. \nIn 2019 St. Martin’s Press published Jorma‘s autobiography\, Been So Long: My Life and Music\, Furthermore\, he wrote this to express his life both in and out of the music world. As Kaukonen describes\, “My story is my story. Having told bits and pieces of it over my lifetime to a treasured few\, it was time to tell all to a bigger audience… From rehearsals and jams in small apartments and tiny back rooms to Monterey\, Woodstock\, Altamont\, the Rock & Roll Hall Of Fame\, the world of the Grammys and beyond… this is part of the road I live on. This is my embryonic journey and much\, much more!” \nRecommended for fans of Hot Tuna\, Jefferson Airplane\, Leo Kottke and Doc Watson.
URL:https://www.dakotacooks.com/event/jorma-kaukonen-john-hurlbut-apr22-2026/
CATEGORIES:Americana,Rock/Pop
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SUMMARY:VIP Event: Black Violin: Full Circle Tour
DESCRIPTION:Invitation to pre-show experience with Black Violin\, including:  \n\nAccess to view a portion of soundcheck\nQ&A session \nPhoto opportunity with Kev and Wil\nCommemorative VIP laminate\nVIP access to the merchandise booth and a 20% discount on any available item\n\nIMPORTANT: This is not a ticket to the show. \nYou must have a concert ticket in order to purchase this VIP Meet & Greet. \n\n“fusion of classical\, hip-hop\, blues\, and R&B” – Glide\n  \nStep into Black Violin’s Full Circle Tour! Here\, Grammy-nominated duo Wil Baptiste and Kev Marcus redefine the possibilities of music by merging classical depth with hip-hop’s pulse. Also\, this tour captures the essence of returning to where it all began—transformed and reimagined. Each powerful performance invites audiences to reflect on their own journeys\, discovering that even as we evolve\, we’re often drawn back to our roots with renewed purpose.  \nFrom high school orchestra classmates to groundbreaking artists\, Black Violin’s path reflects resilience\, creativity\, and the courage to challenge expectations. Furthermore\, their Black Violin Foundation reaches over 100\,000 students each year\, building a legacy that transcends the stage. Join them for an unforgettable night that celebrates growth\, music\, and the beauty of coming full circle. \nThe members of Black Violin met on the first day of orchestra class in 1996. There\, they both attended Dillard High School of the Performing Arts in Fort Lauderdale. (Baptiste originally wanted to play saxophone in the band. However\, the orchestra teacher assigned him to his class after winning a golf bet with the band instructor.) Classically trained by day\, they faithfully put on their headphones and listened to the hottest rap records each night. Then\, after attending different colleges\, they reconvened\, moved into an apartment together\, and started trying to produce other musicians. \nThey developed an act covering hip-hop songs on their violins\, which became popular in local clubs. Two years after sending in a tape to Showtime at the Apollo\, the show invited to appear— which they won\, and kept winning. Since then\, they’ve worked with Alicia Keys\, Alessia Cara\, 2 Chainz\, Lil Wayne\, Mike Shinoda (Linkin Park)\, and more. \nRecommended for fans of 2Cellos\, Lindsey Stirling\, The String Queens and Damien Escobar.
URL:https://www.dakotacooks.com/event/vip-event-black-violin-full-circle-tour/2026-04-23/
CATEGORIES:R&B/Soul,Rock/Pop
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DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260423T210000
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SUMMARY:Black Violin: Full Circle Tour
DESCRIPTION:VIP Meet & Greet Add-On. Click the links below for tickets!\nAPR 23\nAPR 24 \n\n  \n“fusion of classical\, hip-hop\, blues\, and R&B” – Glide\n  \nStep into Black Violin’s Full Circle Tour! Here\, Grammy-nominated duo Wil Baptiste and Kev Marcus redefine the possibilities of music by merging classical depth with hip-hop’s pulse. Also\, this tour captures the essence of returning to where it all began—transformed and reimagined. Each powerful performance invites audiences to reflect on their own journeys\, discovering that even as we evolve\, we’re often drawn back to our roots with renewed purpose.  \nFrom high school orchestra classmates to groundbreaking artists\, Black Violin’s path reflects resilience\, creativity\, and the courage to challenge expectations. Furthermore\, their Black Violin Foundation reaches over 100\,000 students each year\, building a legacy that transcends the stage. Join them for an unforgettable night that celebrates growth\, music\, and the beauty of coming full circle. \nThe members of Black Violin met on the first day of orchestra class in 1996. There\, they both attended Dillard High School of the Performing Arts in Fort Lauderdale. (Baptiste originally wanted to play saxophone in the band. However\, the orchestra teacher assigned him to his class after winning a golf bet with the band instructor.) Classically trained by day\, they faithfully put on their headphones and listened to the hottest rap records each night. Then\, after attending different colleges\, they reconvened\, moved into an apartment together\, and started trying to produce other musicians. \nThey developed an act covering hip-hop songs on their violins\, which became popular in local clubs. Two years after sending in a tape to Showtime at the Apollo\, the show invited to appear— which they won\, and kept winning. Since then\, they’ve worked with Alicia Keys\, Alessia Cara\, 2 Chainz\, Lil Wayne\, Mike Shinoda (Linkin Park)\, and more. \nRecommended for fans of 2Cellos\, Lindsey Stirling\, The String Queens and Damien Escobar.
URL:https://www.dakotacooks.com/event/black-violin-full-circle-tour/2026-04-23/
CATEGORIES:R&B/Soul,Rock/Pop
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CREATED:20251212T220007Z
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SUMMARY:VIP Event: Black Violin: Full Circle Tour
DESCRIPTION:Invitation to pre-show experience with Black Violin\, including:  \n\nAccess to view a portion of soundcheck\nQ&A session \nPhoto opportunity with Kev and Wil\nCommemorative VIP laminate\nVIP access to the merchandise booth and a 20% discount on any available item\n\nIMPORTANT: This is not a ticket to the show. \nYou must have a concert ticket in order to purchase this VIP Meet & Greet. \n\n“fusion of classical\, hip-hop\, blues\, and R&B” – Glide\n  \nStep into Black Violin’s Full Circle Tour! Here\, Grammy-nominated duo Wil Baptiste and Kev Marcus redefine the possibilities of music by merging classical depth with hip-hop’s pulse. Also\, this tour captures the essence of returning to where it all began—transformed and reimagined. Each powerful performance invites audiences to reflect on their own journeys\, discovering that even as we evolve\, we’re often drawn back to our roots with renewed purpose.  \nFrom high school orchestra classmates to groundbreaking artists\, Black Violin’s path reflects resilience\, creativity\, and the courage to challenge expectations. Furthermore\, their Black Violin Foundation reaches over 100\,000 students each year\, building a legacy that transcends the stage. Join them for an unforgettable night that celebrates growth\, music\, and the beauty of coming full circle. \nThe members of Black Violin met on the first day of orchestra class in 1996. There\, they both attended Dillard High School of the Performing Arts in Fort Lauderdale. (Baptiste originally wanted to play saxophone in the band. However\, the orchestra teacher assigned him to his class after winning a golf bet with the band instructor.) Classically trained by day\, they faithfully put on their headphones and listened to the hottest rap records each night. Then\, after attending different colleges\, they reconvened\, moved into an apartment together\, and started trying to produce other musicians. \nThey developed an act covering hip-hop songs on their violins\, which became popular in local clubs. Two years after sending in a tape to Showtime at the Apollo\, the show invited to appear— which they won\, and kept winning. Since then\, they’ve worked with Alicia Keys\, Alessia Cara\, 2 Chainz\, Lil Wayne\, Mike Shinoda (Linkin Park)\, and more. \nRecommended for fans of 2Cellos\, Lindsey Stirling\, The String Queens and Damien Escobar.
URL:https://www.dakotacooks.com/event/vip-event-black-violin-full-circle-tour/2026-04-24/
CATEGORIES:R&B/Soul,Rock/Pop
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SUMMARY:Black Violin: Full Circle Tour
DESCRIPTION:VIP Meet & Greet Add-On. Click the links below for tickets!\nAPR 23\nAPR 24 \n\n  \n“fusion of classical\, hip-hop\, blues\, and R&B” – Glide\n  \nStep into Black Violin’s Full Circle Tour! Here\, Grammy-nominated duo Wil Baptiste and Kev Marcus redefine the possibilities of music by merging classical depth with hip-hop’s pulse. Also\, this tour captures the essence of returning to where it all began—transformed and reimagined. Each powerful performance invites audiences to reflect on their own journeys\, discovering that even as we evolve\, we’re often drawn back to our roots with renewed purpose.  \nFrom high school orchestra classmates to groundbreaking artists\, Black Violin’s path reflects resilience\, creativity\, and the courage to challenge expectations. Furthermore\, their Black Violin Foundation reaches over 100\,000 students each year\, building a legacy that transcends the stage. Join them for an unforgettable night that celebrates growth\, music\, and the beauty of coming full circle. \nThe members of Black Violin met on the first day of orchestra class in 1996. There\, they both attended Dillard High School of the Performing Arts in Fort Lauderdale. (Baptiste originally wanted to play saxophone in the band. However\, the orchestra teacher assigned him to his class after winning a golf bet with the band instructor.) Classically trained by day\, they faithfully put on their headphones and listened to the hottest rap records each night. Then\, after attending different colleges\, they reconvened\, moved into an apartment together\, and started trying to produce other musicians. \nThey developed an act covering hip-hop songs on their violins\, which became popular in local clubs. Two years after sending in a tape to Showtime at the Apollo\, the show invited to appear— which they won\, and kept winning. Since then\, they’ve worked with Alicia Keys\, Alessia Cara\, 2 Chainz\, Lil Wayne\, Mike Shinoda (Linkin Park)\, and more. \nRecommended for fans of 2Cellos\, Lindsey Stirling\, The String Queens and Damien Escobar.
URL:https://www.dakotacooks.com/event/black-violin-full-circle-tour/2026-04-24/1/
CATEGORIES:R&B/Soul,Rock/Pop
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SUMMARY:Black Violin: Full Circle Tour
DESCRIPTION:VIP Meet & Greet Add-On. Click the links below for tickets!\nAPR 23\nAPR 24 \n\n  \n“fusion of classical\, hip-hop\, blues\, and R&B” – Glide\n  \nStep into Black Violin’s Full Circle Tour! Here\, Grammy-nominated duo Wil Baptiste and Kev Marcus redefine the possibilities of music by merging classical depth with hip-hop’s pulse. Also\, this tour captures the essence of returning to where it all began—transformed and reimagined. Each powerful performance invites audiences to reflect on their own journeys\, discovering that even as we evolve\, we’re often drawn back to our roots with renewed purpose.  \nFrom high school orchestra classmates to groundbreaking artists\, Black Violin’s path reflects resilience\, creativity\, and the courage to challenge expectations. Furthermore\, their Black Violin Foundation reaches over 100\,000 students each year\, building a legacy that transcends the stage. Join them for an unforgettable night that celebrates growth\, music\, and the beauty of coming full circle. \nThe members of Black Violin met on the first day of orchestra class in 1996. There\, they both attended Dillard High School of the Performing Arts in Fort Lauderdale. (Baptiste originally wanted to play saxophone in the band. However\, the orchestra teacher assigned him to his class after winning a golf bet with the band instructor.) Classically trained by day\, they faithfully put on their headphones and listened to the hottest rap records each night. Then\, after attending different colleges\, they reconvened\, moved into an apartment together\, and started trying to produce other musicians. \nThey developed an act covering hip-hop songs on their violins\, which became popular in local clubs. Two years after sending in a tape to Showtime at the Apollo\, the show invited to appear— which they won\, and kept winning. Since then\, they’ve worked with Alicia Keys\, Alessia Cara\, 2 Chainz\, Lil Wayne\, Mike Shinoda (Linkin Park)\, and more. \nRecommended for fans of 2Cellos\, Lindsey Stirling\, The String Queens and Damien Escobar.
URL:https://www.dakotacooks.com/event/black-violin-full-circle-tour/2026-04-24/2/
CATEGORIES:R&B/Soul,Rock/Pop
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