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SUMMARY:Selwyn Birchwood
DESCRIPTION:“Lean yet mean and tough…lyrically and musically intense” — American Songwriter\n  \nAward-winning Florida musician Selwyn Birchwood is firmly rooted in the blues tradition. Here\, the young guitarist\, lap steel player\, songwriter and vocalist sets a course for the future of the blues with his visionary\, original music. Moreover\, Birchwood’s band features the interplay of his blistering guitar with Regi Oliver’s driving baritone sax. This creates a singular sound and style all his own\, that he calls “Electric Swamp Funkin’ Blues”. \nFurthermore\, it’s an intoxicating mix of deep blues\, psychedelic-tinged rock\, booty-shaking funk and sweet Southern soul. Then\, Birchwood plays and sings it with the fire-and-brimstone fervor of a revival tent preacher with a hellhound on his trail. No Depression says\, “Selwyn Birchwood reaches back in the blues tradition to launch something out of this world.” \nOn his latest release\, 2023’s Exorcist\, Birchwood delivers the most far-reaching\, musically adventurous album of his career. There\, soul-baring tracks all hit with lasting rhymes and unexpected rhythms. According to Blues Music Magazine\, “Selwyn Birchwood heralds a fresh\, exciting new direction in the blues. Toe-tapping\, hip-shaking\, joyful and inviting… expansive and focused\, exploratory and time-honored\, but always original.” \nLive\, Birchwood is a force of nature. Here\, his ability to win over an audience–any audience–is proven night after night on the bandstand. With his warm\, magnetic personality\, Birchwood is as down-to-earth as his music is thought-provoking and electrifying. His band feeds off his energy as he rips out memorable guitar licks with ease\, his soulful vocals firing up his fans. Then\, when he sits down to play his lap steel\, he takes the crowd to a whole other level. There\, the music exorcises any bad times and troubles. \nRecommended for fans of Shemekia Copeland\, Tinsley Ellis\, Vanessa Collier and Walter Trout.
URL:https://www.dakotacooks.com/event/selwyn-birchwood-aug3-2026/
CATEGORIES:Blues,Rock
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SUMMARY:Soul Asylum (Acoustic) w/ Ivan Neville & Laurels String Quartet
DESCRIPTION:“melding rock intensity with sing-along melodies… gritty” – Glide\n  \nSoul Asylum formed more than forty years ago. Now\, they remain one of the most inspiring and hardworking bands in the rock scene. Here\, this is thanks to their raucous and emphatic combination of punk energy\, guitar-fueled firepower\, and rhythmic heft. Frontman Dave Pirner’s songs range from aggressive to heartfelt\, driven by lyrics that are a mix of real-life personal insights and fictional situations. Live\, the Minneapolis group possesses a formidable stage presence bristling with ragged energy and gritty\, locked-in grooves. Current members include drummer Michael Bland (Prince / Paul Westerberg)\, lead guitarist Ryan Smith and bassist Jeremy Tappero. \nInitially known as Loud Fast Rules\, Soul Asylum formed in the early 1980s\, when Pirner was still in high school. There\, they quickly became part of the celebrated Minneapolis music scene along with peers like The Replacements and Hüsker Dü. Soul Asylum entered the major-label world with 1988’s Hang Time. Then\, they released And the Horse They Rode In On\, an album produced by current Rolling Stones drummer Steve Jordan. The band broke through commercially with the double-platinum 1992 album Grave Dancers Union. Also\, this contained the Grammy-winning Billboard Top Five hit “Runaway Train” and Number One modern rock smash “Somebody to Shove.” After leaping to this mainstream success\, the band kept up the momentum with 1995’s platinum Let Your Dim Light Shine. This featured the hit “Misery\,” and led to appearances on the soundtracks of cult classics Chasing Amy and Clerks. \nIn recent years\, Soul Asylum reissued several of their earlier releases. Here\, this includes expanded and remastered editions of their first four original albums. \nRecommended for fans of The Replacements\, Goo Goo Dolls\, Semisonic and Counting Crows.
URL:https://www.dakotacooks.com/event/soul-asylum-aug-2026/
CATEGORIES:Rock
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260813T190000
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DTSTAMP:20260724T191820Z
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SUMMARY:The Rolling Stoners
DESCRIPTION:Fueled by the spirit (and sound) of The Stones… the Rolling Stoners.\n  \nA Minnesota-based tribute to the greatest rock band of all time: The Rolling Stones. These red-blooded ramblers aren’t just a cover band: they’re a full-blown rock ‘n’ roll experience. Here\, this group is fueled by friendship\, swagger\, and a deep love for the early-era Stones. The Rolling Stoners bring the hits (and deep cuts) to life with indulgent\, high-energy performances that pack dance floors and light-up nights. \nThe band features Emmy Award-winning musicians and members from a host of MN bands. Members of Enemy Planes\, Dream Crusher\, Run Westy Run\, Space Monkey Mafia\, Heartless\, Al Church\, and Timbre Ghost are involved. Additionally\, a rotating cast of other Minneapolis musicians join the fun! \nThen\, they play anywhere from festivals and theaters to casinos\, clubs\, and backyard BBQs. Also\, The Rolling Stoners have built a rep for delivering one of the best live shows in the multiverse. Got honky-tonk women and midnight ramblers in your crowd? Good. They’ll take it from there. \nRecommended for fans of The Rolling Stones\, The Who\, The Beatles and The Kinks.
URL:https://www.dakotacooks.com/event/the-rolling-stoners-aug13-2026/
CATEGORIES:Rock
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260815T183000
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SUMMARY:Mohini Dey
DESCRIPTION:“Dey is a phenomenon” – Steve Vai\n\n\nMohini Dey is an Indian bass guitarist\, arranger\, producer & vocalist with unique style and impeccable technique. She has gained international recognition for her extraordinary talent and versatility. Also\, she has collaborated with numerous renowned artists and performed on prestigious stages around the world. \nForbes India has described her as the “most successful musician under thirty”. Moreover\, she has been working professionally in the music industry for the past nineteen years. She is the only female bassist on Music Radar’s Top Ten Bassists of the twenty-first century. Further\, she has over 20 million YouTube views with 200k subscribers\, 500k Instagram followers\, and 200k Facebook followers. \nShe released her debut album\, Mohini Dey\, in 2023. Then\, it met with rave reviews from fans and critics worldwide. Mohini has recently appeared on NPR’s Tiny Desk\, the Tonight Show with Jimmy Fallon\, and a North American tour with singer Willow Smith. Mohini also recently did an intensive one-on-one interview with famous YouTuber Rick Beato. There\, she discussed her techniques on bass\, equipment and more. Mohini was also invited to record at the legendary Sweetwater studio A in Fort Wayne\, Indiana. There\, she recorded two tracks and gave an interview. BET.com also recently featured her. \nShe has worked with artists like Steve Vai\, Zakir Hussain\, Quincy Jones\, Vinnie Colauita\, Stanley Clarke\, and Jordan Rudess. Also\, Mike Stern\, Dean Brown\, Marco Minneman\, Stu Hamm\, Plini\, Louiz Banks\, Ranjit Barot\, Chad Wackerman\, Chad Smith\, and Simon Phillips. \nRecommended for fans of Stanley Clarke\, Tal Wilkenfield\, Matteo Mancuso and Stanley Jordan.
URL:https://www.dakotacooks.com/event/mohini-dey-aug15-2026/2026-08-15/1/
CATEGORIES:Jazz,Rock
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SUMMARY:Mohini Dey
DESCRIPTION:“Dey is a phenomenon” – Steve Vai\n\n\nMohini Dey is an Indian bass guitarist\, arranger\, producer & vocalist with unique style and impeccable technique. She has gained international recognition for her extraordinary talent and versatility. Also\, she has collaborated with numerous renowned artists and performed on prestigious stages around the world. \nForbes India has described her as the “most successful musician under thirty”. Moreover\, she has been working professionally in the music industry for the past nineteen years. She is the only female bassist on Music Radar’s Top Ten Bassists of the twenty-first century. Further\, she has over 20 million YouTube views with 200k subscribers\, 500k Instagram followers\, and 200k Facebook followers. \nShe released her debut album\, Mohini Dey\, in 2023. Then\, it met with rave reviews from fans and critics worldwide. Mohini has recently appeared on NPR’s Tiny Desk\, the Tonight Show with Jimmy Fallon\, and a North American tour with singer Willow Smith. Mohini also recently did an intensive one-on-one interview with famous YouTuber Rick Beato. There\, she discussed her techniques on bass\, equipment and more. Mohini was also invited to record at the legendary Sweetwater studio A in Fort Wayne\, Indiana. There\, she recorded two tracks and gave an interview. BET.com also recently featured her. \nShe has worked with artists like Steve Vai\, Zakir Hussain\, Quincy Jones\, Vinnie Colauita\, Stanley Clarke\, and Jordan Rudess. Also\, Mike Stern\, Dean Brown\, Marco Minneman\, Stu Hamm\, Plini\, Louiz Banks\, Ranjit Barot\, Chad Wackerman\, Chad Smith\, and Simon Phillips. \nRecommended for fans of Stanley Clarke\, Tal Wilkenfield\, Matteo Mancuso and Stanley Jordan.
URL:https://www.dakotacooks.com/event/mohini-dey-aug15-2026/2026-08-15/2/
CATEGORIES:Jazz,Rock
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260816T190000
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SUMMARY:CANDY-OH! – The Cars Tribute
DESCRIPTION:“Let the Good Times Roll” with the premier tribute to The Cars.\n\n“Let the Good Times Roll” with Candy-Oh!\, the premier tribute to the music of The Cars. \nJoin us for this polished show that nails the sound of one of the most popular bands of the ’80s with an incredible array of great songs known by all.  Hits like “Just What I Needed\,” “My Best Friends Girlfriend\,” “(Let The) Good Times Roll\,” “Shake it Up\,” “Magic\,” “Drive\,” “Touch and Go\,” “You Might Think” and many more make this an incredible feel-good show. \nIt’s like the ’80s all over again! From Live Aid to MTV\, The Cars were everywhere\, selling over 23 million records. So grab your RayBans and join this group of tribute show veterans for one of the most fun concerts of the season! \nRecommended for fans of The Police\, Heart\, U2 and The Pretenders.
URL:https://www.dakotacooks.com/event/candy-oh-the-cars-tribute-aug16-2026/
CATEGORIES:Rock
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260820T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260820T210000
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SUMMARY:Peter Himmelman
DESCRIPTION:“One of rock’s most wildly imaginative performers.” – USA Today\n  \nTo a standard-bearer like Peter Himmelman\, writing\, recording\, and releasing new music is an essential part of living. For example\, former Rolling Stone senior editor Parke Puterburgh recently referenced his consistent output in Stereo Review. Himmelman “is on the same plane as Elvis Costello\, Graham Parker\, and Bruce Springsteen and nudging his way to ‘Dylanhood’”. \nHimmelman’s latest\, 2020’s Press On\, captures the immediacy of Himmelman’s new songs. Further\, it leaves his fervent vocals and guitar front and center. There\, the recording process for Press On took just under four days. However\, writing the songs\, refining them\, and deciding which of his more than forty new songs would make the final cut\, began over three years prior.  \nFor Himmelman\, songwriting has long been a process of self-discovery. “There are technical tricks one needs to master. But for me the real work lies in transcending the mechanics of songwriting\, and inhabiting that space beyond the rational mind\,” he says.  \nThe music on Press On is both emotionally and musically varied\, from R&B-flavored piano ballads to incessant New Orleans funk. At times\, Himmelman’s steely Telecaster is reminiscent of two of his principal influences — Howlin’ Wolf and John Lee Hooker. There\, it threads itself through lyrics that seem culled from our current moment. \n“Press On is tellingly titled and deeply considered\, a further example of Himmelman’s ability to go below the surface of any circumstance and find wisdom\, revelation\, and empowerment in the process.” — American Songwriter \nRecommended for fans of Martin Zellar\, Glen Phillips\, Tina Schlieske and John Wesley Harding.
URL:https://www.dakotacooks.com/event/peter-himmelman-aug20-2026/
CATEGORIES:Folk,Rock
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260823T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260823T210000
DTSTAMP:20260724T192122Z
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SUMMARY:The Devon Allman Project:
DESCRIPTION:“Allman has found a way to extend his family’s amazing musical lineage on his own terms.” – Premier Guitar\n  \nDevon Allman’s sound lands right in the middle of some of the most soulful rock. Here\, Allman celebrates twenty years since the release of his first album and national tour. Additionally\, this special show will include material from each of Devon’s projects. These include The Allman Betts Band\, Devon Allman’s Blues Summit\, Royal Southern Brotherhood\, Honey Tribe\, and Devon Allman & Donavon Frankenreiter’s Rollers. Also\, they will play select Allman Brothers songs. \nDevon Allman gained wide recognition through projects such as Honey Tribe and later as co-founder of Royal Southern Brotherhood. There\, this supergroup-style ensemble showcased his soulful vocals and guitar work alongside other acclaimed musicians. Devon has built an independent career that honors the jam band and blues traditions. Meanwhile\, he maintains a modern\, polished tone and original songwriting voice. \nHere\, he has released multiple albums and toured extensively. Thus\, he earned a reputation for dynamic live shows\, strong musicianship\, and a style that blends blues\, rock\, soul\, and improvisational “jam” elements into a distinctive contemporary Southern sound. \n  \n \nSince 2018\, GA-20 has been at the forefront of a traditional Blues revival. The dynamic throwback trio have long been disciples of the place where traditional Blues\, Country and Rock ‘n’ Roll intersect. “We make records that we would want to listen to\,” says guitarist Matt Stubbs. “It’s our take on the song-based traditional electric Blues we love.” Stubbs\, along with guitarist & vocalist Cody Nilsen and drummer Josh Kiggans\, strive to bring traditional Blues to the front lines of the modern roots music scene. “The focus for us has always been on the story\, the melody\, and on creating a mood\,” Stubbs continues. “Traditional Country and Soul have all had these massive recent revivals. We want to be part of doing that for traditional Blues music.”  \nGA-20 has drawn inspiration for their old-school sounds from the music they love by artists such as Otis Rush\, J.B. Lenoir\, Howlin’ Wolf\, Junior Wells\, Hound Dog Taylor\, Earl Hooker\, Johnny ‘Guitar’ Watson and so many others. Performing with what feels like reckless abandon\, GA-20 brings a timeless immediacy to every song they play with a sound that continues to grow and evolve. The band uses vintage instruments and amps to produce their authentic sound\, and favours traditional recording techniques\, like recording live off the floor together in one room\, to help recreate that energy and sonic connection.  \nIn their short history\, GA-20 have been 3x #1 Billboard Blues chart toppers\, 4x Boston Music Award winners for Best Blues Act\, and have received multiple wins and nominations at the Blues Music Awards\, Blues Blast Awards\, New England Blues Awards\, and have ascended streaming and radio charts at home and internationally. Medium.com has appropriately declared\, “This is the kind of music that travels through time while taking from the era where it was born and turning it into something fresh. Dirty and raw…timeless and modern.” \nRecommended for fans of The Allman Brothers\, Tab Benoit\, Tedeschi Trucks Band and The Black Crowes. \n📸: Venla Shalin
URL:https://www.dakotacooks.com/event/the-devon-allman-project-aug23-2026/
CATEGORIES:Blues,Rock
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SUMMARY:The New Bluebloods
DESCRIPTION:Minneapolis’s Up-and-Coming Guitar Heroes\n  \nGet ready to experience the next generation of Twin Cities talent! The New Bluebloods: Minneapolis’s Up-and-Coming Guitar Heroes shines a spotlight on some of the city’s most exciting young guitarists\, rising artists who are pushing musical boundaries while carrying on Minneapolis’s rich musical legacy. From soulful blues and jazz to rock\, funk\, and beyond\, this is your chance to discover the future of the Minneapolis music scene before everyone else does. \nPlayers:\nFeaturing an all-star Twin Cities lineup: \nGuitarists –\nDavid Feily\nKray Klaas\nNate Walker\nDemitri Rallis\n+ More \nRhythm Section –\nTony Axtell\, bass\nMatthew Mwangi\, drums\nJordan Hedlund\, keyboards
URL:https://www.dakotacooks.com/event/the-new-bluebloods-aug24-2026/
CATEGORIES:Jazz,Rock
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260825T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260825T210000
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SUMMARY:Jim Messina
DESCRIPTION:“a bracing mix of folk- and country-rock” – All Music\n  \nJim Messina is an undisputed expert in the fine art of making hit music. His legacy of genius spans five decades\, three super-groups\, a vibrant solo career and scores of producing and engineering credits. \nWhile producing for Rock & Roll Hall of Famers Buffalo Springfield\, Messina ultimately joined the band as its bass player. When “the Springfield” disbanded in 1968\, Jim and fellow bandmate Richie Furay formed Poco. With Jim on lead guitar\, Poco defined a new musical genre\, country rock. After three successful albums\, Jim was ready for a change and left to return to his passion for producing music. \nIn November 1970\, Columbia Records asked Jim to work with an unknown Kenny Loggins. While helping Kenny get ready for a record and touring\, the two discovered that they worked well together. Then\, Jim agreed to sit in on Kenny’s first album. Kenny Loggins with Jim Messina Sittin’ In was released in November of 1971 and an accidental duo was formed. \nOver the next seven years\, Loggins & Messina released eight hit albums and had scores of hit songs. The duo sold over 16 million albums\, becoming one of rock’s most successful recording duos ever. However\, it was time for the duo to go their separate ways. \nHe embarked on a series of celebrated solo acoustic tours. Then\, Jim formed a band of acclaimed musicians who played with him at various points in his career. His latest release\, 2016’s In the Groove\, includes selected hits from all three of Jim’s previous bands. Also included are several of his solo works. \nTouring the country and playing sold-out shows\, Jim says that he’s enjoying discovering who he is\, where he’s been\, and\, most significantly\, where he’s going. \nRecommended for fans of Poco\, Richie Furay\, Kenny Loggins and Chicago.
URL:https://www.dakotacooks.com/event/jim-messina-aug-2026/2026-08-25/
CATEGORIES:Rock
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260826T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260826T210000
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SUMMARY:Jim Messina
DESCRIPTION:“a bracing mix of folk- and country-rock” – All Music\n  \nJim Messina is an undisputed expert in the fine art of making hit music. His legacy of genius spans five decades\, three super-groups\, a vibrant solo career and scores of producing and engineering credits. \nWhile producing for Rock & Roll Hall of Famers Buffalo Springfield\, Messina ultimately joined the band as its bass player. When “the Springfield” disbanded in 1968\, Jim and fellow bandmate Richie Furay formed Poco. With Jim on lead guitar\, Poco defined a new musical genre\, country rock. After three successful albums\, Jim was ready for a change and left to return to his passion for producing music. \nIn November 1970\, Columbia Records asked Jim to work with an unknown Kenny Loggins. While helping Kenny get ready for a record and touring\, the two discovered that they worked well together. Then\, Jim agreed to sit in on Kenny’s first album. Kenny Loggins with Jim Messina Sittin’ In was released in November of 1971 and an accidental duo was formed. \nOver the next seven years\, Loggins & Messina released eight hit albums and had scores of hit songs. The duo sold over 16 million albums\, becoming one of rock’s most successful recording duos ever. However\, it was time for the duo to go their separate ways. \nHe embarked on a series of celebrated solo acoustic tours. Then\, Jim formed a band of acclaimed musicians who played with him at various points in his career. His latest release\, 2016’s In the Groove\, includes selected hits from all three of Jim’s previous bands. Also included are several of his solo works. \nTouring the country and playing sold-out shows\, Jim says that he’s enjoying discovering who he is\, where he’s been\, and\, most significantly\, where he’s going. \nRecommended for fans of Poco\, Richie Furay\, Kenny Loggins and Chicago.
URL:https://www.dakotacooks.com/event/jim-messina-aug-2026/2026-08-26/
CATEGORIES:Rock
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