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SUMMARY:Nellie McKay - Album Release
DESCRIPTION:  \nNellie McKay is releasing Gee Whiz: The Get Away From Me Demos\, in May 2025. This eighteen-track collection of rare recordings led to McKay’s groundbreaking debut album\, 2004’s Get Away From Me. “I was attracted to the lyrics immediately\,” says legendary Beatles engineer and producer Geoff Emerick. He was drawn to the demos and produced Get Away From Me. “Her level of maturity at such a young age is astounding. You come across an artist of this caliber once every ten or fifteen years. And I don’t do a lot of projects these days unless something really stands out\, like this did.”  \nComposed\, performed and produced by Nellie\, these revelatory demos were recorded in 2002 and sold by McKay as a series of handmade CD-R’s. The new demo collection has been sequenced identically to Get Away From Me\, with three unreleased bonus songs. When Get Away From Me was released in 2004\, Rolling Stone gave the album four stars. McKay made her national TV debut on The Late Show with David Letterman\, and it hit the Billboard Top 200. She was compared to both “Doris Day and Eminem\,” said NPR Morning Edition. “And throw in a bit of Billie Holiday for good measure.” “It was a different time\,” says Nellie. \nMcKay has released an eclectic bunch of critically acclaimed albums\, her songs and sound ranging from jazz to pop to indefinable. Then\, with her latest\, 2023’s Hey Guys\, Watch This\, she taps into the soulful sounds of West Virginia. Also\, she’s won a Broadway Theatre World Award for Polly Peachum in The Threepenny Opera.  Additionally\, her TV appearances include David Letterman\, Conan O’Brien\, Craig Ferguson\, The View\, and Jimmy Dore. \nRecommended for fans of Regina Spektor\, Aimee Mann\, Fiona Apple and Rufus Wainwright.
URL:https://www.dakotacooks.com/event/nellie-mckay-album-release/
CATEGORIES:Jazz,Rock/Pop
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SUMMARY:Waltz for Debbie: A Juneteenth Tribute to Debbie Duncan
DESCRIPTION:  \nDebbie Duncan was one of the greatest jazz vocalists in the Twin Cities. She performed with many local and national acts. The Wolverines Jazz Quartet\, featuring Rick Carlson\, Jendeen Forberg\, and Steve Pikal\, leads this tribute to the legendary Ms. Duncan. Also\, featured vocalists Judi Vinar and Dennis Spears will share songs and stories. \nDennis Spears was inducted into the Minnesota Music Hall of Fame in 2013. As a jazz vocalist\, Spears has performed nationally and internationally. The Minnesota Music Awards awarded him Best Male Jazz Vocalist\, and he has many recordings to his credit. \nSpears is a proud Penumbra Theatre company member and has also performed roles with the Guthrie Theater and Illusion Theater. Also\, Mixed Blood\, Indiana Repertory Theatre\, Hartford Stage\, Actor’s Theatre of Louisville\, Chanhassen Dinner Theatre\, and The Kennedy Center. For his portrayal of one of his music idols\, Nat King Cole\, Spears was awarded an Ivey Award for Excellence in Acting. Moreover\, he is a proud North Minneapolis homeowner and recently became ordained deacon at Kingdom Life Church in North Minneapolis. \nJudi Vinar has been singing since the age of four and began her professional career in 1983. Then\, she started in folk/country\, musical theater\, and opera\, further exploring jazz\, pop\, R&B\, rock\, and Gospel. Now\, she tackles any style – “good songs are just that – no need to choose one style over the other.” \nJudi moved to the Twin Cities in 1987 and developed musical relationships with many of the Twin Cities finest. Here\, she appears with Lori Dokken\, The Wolverines\, St. Croix Jazz Orchestra\, JazzMN Orchestra\, and her own Judi\, Cliff ‘n’ Daves. \nRecommended for fans of Nat King Cole\, Johnny Hartman\, Roberta Flack and Dinah Washington. \n \n📸: Andrea Canter
URL:https://www.dakotacooks.com/event/waltz-for-debbie-a-juneteenth-tribute-to-debbie-duncan/
CATEGORIES:Jazz
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DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250618T210000
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SUMMARY:Darlingside
DESCRIPTION:  \nEverything Is Alive\, Darlingside’s fourth LP\, marks a subtle but remarkable departure for the Boston-based quartet. Here\, the album retains much of the lushness and sophistication of Extralife (2018) and Fish Pond Fish (2020). Moreover\, the band’s latest work decisively exposes and differentiates the individual voices of the four songwriters. This is a daring reinvention for a group known for ubiquitous vocal harmonies. Everything Is Alive is an album about loss and the struggle for a semblance of redemption. Here\, the band grapples with change both personal and universal\, with quandaries domestic and existential. \nDarlingside is Don Mitchell\, Auyon Mukharji\, Harris Paseltiner and David Senft. They are four likeminded multi-instrumentalists who first met at Williams College in 2009. Furthermore\, Darlingside’s career has been defined by the elegance of their compositions and the unity of their four voices. Their talent for harmony and melodic world-building has garnered praise from outlets like NPR\, Rolling Stone and The New Yorker. Additionally\, they have created demand worldwide for their extraordinary live performances. Thus\, becoming beautifully unindividualized has\, in other words\, worked very well for Darlingside in the past.  \nDarlingside has\, over the years\, experimented with idiosyncratic methods for elevating and upholding a truly democratic process of songwriting. There\, they treat songwriting with a vigor and discipline more common to graduate-level writing workshops than to indie rock. Then\, they use processes that include multiple rounds of group writing and recording exercises. They do this all with the aim of escaping the trap that bands with multiple songwriters often fall into. For example\, ego-driven infighting and artistic incoherence. \nClovers Daughter is a singer-songwriter known for her delicate blend of indie folk and pop sounds. Born into a multicultural heritage\, her unique perspective shapes her artist voice. Clovers Daughter has an introspective and emotionally-charged sound\, marking her as one to watch. \nRecommended for fans of The Milk Carton Kids\, Iron & Wine\, Sarah Jarosz and The Avett Brothers.
URL:https://www.dakotacooks.com/event/darlingside/
CATEGORIES:Americana,Rock/Pop
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SUMMARY:Shaun LaBelle & Stokley feat. Bobby Lyle
DESCRIPTION:Shaun \nShaun LaBelle’s producing career has been filled with legendary groups. For example\, David Pack (Ambrosia)\, Everette Harp\, Jeff Kashiwa\, and Steve Reid (Rippingtons.) Also\, Shaun has worked with Branford Marsalis and the group Pieces of a Dream. Shaun performed bass on the Larger Than Life tour for Grammy award-winning recording artist Jody Watley. Currently\, Shaun’s new releases Your Love Kept Calling my Name and Mon Cher Amour have charted on Billboard. Here\, he reached Number Eighteen on the smooth jazz charts and Number One on UK Soul\, three weeks in a row. \nBobby Lyle\, one of the most versatile keyboardists on the music scene\, continues to evolve his artistry. Lyle has established himself as a composer\, bandleader\, producer\, arranger\, musical director\, music publisher\, jazz educator\, recording artist and world class live performer. Further\, he has been musical director for Al Jarreau\, Bette Midler\, the late Phyllis Hyman\, and Anita Baker. He also toured with Wayne Henderson and the Jazz Crusaders\, Gerald Albright\, Ronnie Laws\, and George Benson. \nStokley Williams is a Grammy-nominated vocalist\, songwriter\, producer\, and multi-instrumentalist who is one of music’s best-kept secrets. He has worked with some of the biggest names in music including Prince\, Whitney Houston\, Janet Jackson and more. However\, he’s known best as the lead singer and drummer for legendary R&B group Mint Condition. In 2017\, Stokley embarked on a new solo journey. Then\, he released his debut album Introducing Stokley which produced two Number One singles “Organic” and “Levels.” \nJason Peterson DeLaire is the son of Linda Peterson and was the first of the “next generation” to call music his occupation. To that end\, he works with Michael Bolton\, Prince\, Alexander O’Neal\, Richard Marx\, Donny Osmond\, Oleta Adams and others. \n\n \n 
URL:https://www.dakotacooks.com/event/shaun-labelle-stokley-feat-bobby-lyle/2025-06-17/2/
CATEGORIES:Jazz,R&B/Soul
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SUMMARY:Shaun LaBelle & Stokley feat. Bobby Lyle
DESCRIPTION:Shaun \nShaun LaBelle’s producing career has been filled with legendary groups. For example\, David Pack (Ambrosia)\, Everette Harp\, Jeff Kashiwa\, and Steve Reid (Rippingtons.) Also\, Shaun has worked with Branford Marsalis and the group Pieces of a Dream. Shaun performed bass on the Larger Than Life tour for Grammy award-winning recording artist Jody Watley. Currently\, Shaun’s new releases Your Love Kept Calling my Name and Mon Cher Amour have charted on Billboard. Here\, he reached Number Eighteen on the smooth jazz charts and Number One on UK Soul\, three weeks in a row. \nBobby Lyle\, one of the most versatile keyboardists on the music scene\, continues to evolve his artistry. Lyle has established himself as a composer\, bandleader\, producer\, arranger\, musical director\, music publisher\, jazz educator\, recording artist and world class live performer. Further\, he has been musical director for Al Jarreau\, Bette Midler\, the late Phyllis Hyman\, and Anita Baker. He also toured with Wayne Henderson and the Jazz Crusaders\, Gerald Albright\, Ronnie Laws\, and George Benson. \nStokley Williams is a Grammy-nominated vocalist\, songwriter\, producer\, and multi-instrumentalist who is one of music’s best-kept secrets. He has worked with some of the biggest names in music including Prince\, Whitney Houston\, Janet Jackson and more. However\, he’s known best as the lead singer and drummer for legendary R&B group Mint Condition. In 2017\, Stokley embarked on a new solo journey. Then\, he released his debut album Introducing Stokley which produced two Number One singles “Organic” and “Levels.” \nJason Peterson DeLaire is the son of Linda Peterson and was the first of the “next generation” to call music his occupation. To that end\, he works with Michael Bolton\, Prince\, Alexander O’Neal\, Richard Marx\, Donny Osmond\, Oleta Adams and others. \n\n \n 
URL:https://www.dakotacooks.com/event/shaun-labelle-stokley-feat-bobby-lyle/2025-06-17/1/
CATEGORIES:Jazz,R&B/Soul
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SUMMARY:Janis Siegel (of Manhattan Transfer)
DESCRIPTION:  \nOver the past five decades\, the voice of Janis Siegel has been an undeniable force in The Manhattan Transfer’s musical catalogue. To that end\, Siegel is a ten-time Grammy winner and eighteen-time nominee. Alongside her career as a founding member of this musical institution\, Siegel has also sustained a solo career. Here\, she has released almost a dozen finely crafted solo albums and numerous collaborative projects. Thus\, she has amassed a large international fan base\, garnering high critical praise. \nOver the years\, Janis’ unmistakable voice has become one of The Manhattan Transfer’s most recognizable trademarks. She sang lead on some of the Transfer’s biggest hits\, such as “Operator\,” “Chanson D’Amour\,” “Twilight Zone\,” and “Birdland.” Also\, “The Boy From New York City\,” “Spice of Life\,” “Ray’s Rockhouse\,” “The Shaker Song\,” and “Mystery.” Additionally\, Siegel co-wrote and sang lead on the Grammy-winning “Sassy.” She also gained a reputation as a vocal arranger. She wrote five charts for the group’s acclaimed masterwork\, Vocalese\, and seven charts for the group’s Grammy-winning album Brasil. Furthermore\, she won a Grammy herself in 1980 for her vocal arrangement of “Birdland.”  \nThese days\, you can find Janis in the place she loves most\, the studio. There\, she produces various ventures for other artists and sings on a diverse array of projects. Also\, she tours with her trio\, teaches at NYC and other universities\, and cooks up a storm in the kitchen.  \nHer tenth solo album\, Nightsongs\, was released in 2024. Other recent solo collaborations include Honey & Air\, a Brazilian/jazz vocal adventure with her group Requinte Trio. Some Other Time is a tribute to Leonard Bernstein with trombonist/singer Nils Landgren with arrangements by Vince Mendoza. \nRecommended for fans of The Manhattan Transfer\, Karrin Allyson\, Tierney Sutton and Jane Monheit.
URL:https://www.dakotacooks.com/event/janis-siegel-of-manhattan-transfer/
CATEGORIES:Jazz,Rock/Pop
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SUMMARY:Jim Messina
DESCRIPTION:  \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-7/2025-06-15/2/
CATEGORIES:Rock/Pop
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SUMMARY:Jim Messina
DESCRIPTION:  \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-7/2025-06-15/1/
CATEGORIES:Rock/Pop
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SUMMARY:Steve Cole
DESCRIPTION:  \nSaxophonist Steve Cole is one of the most celebrated players in contemporary jazz. The Chicago native exploded onto the scene with 1998’s Stay Awhile\, which fellow Chicagoan Brian Culbertson produced. The disc scored multiple Number One hits and earned Cole the Oasis Smooth Jazz Award for best new artist. Then\, he released his sophomore set\, Between Us\, in 2000. His catchy singles made him an instant radio favorite and he cranked them out with regularity. Also\, he recorded 2003’s NY LA\, 2005’s Spin\, 2006’s True\, 2009’s Moonlight\, 2013’s True\, 2016’s Turn It Up\, 2019’s Gratitude\, and his latest\, 2023’s Without A Doubt. Without a Doubt landed four singles on the top of the Smooth Jazz Chart.  \nSteve is currently recording his twelfth solo album\, to be released in the summer of 2025. Steve is also currently touring and selling out venues across the country. He will be returning to Dakota at the end of his east coast run with his all-star Minneapolis band. Finally\, Steve will also be performing in Europe this fall.   \nSteve Cole\, saxophone\nKavyesh Kaviraj\, keyboards\nJeff Bailey\, bass\nDavid Feily\, guitar\nKirk Johnson\, drums \nRecommended for fans of Chris Botti\, Brian Culbertson\, Eric Marienthal and Mindi Abair.
URL:https://www.dakotacooks.com/event/steve-cole-3/
CATEGORIES:Jazz,R&B/Soul
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DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250613T210000
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SUMMARY:Shaun Johnson Trio
DESCRIPTION:  \nThe Shaun Johnson Trio turns originality on its head with gospel\, country and traditional pop rooted in a big band sensibility. These three are not famous yet. And this is not a tribute group. But you can expect them to honor an eclectic mix of Sinatra\, Bruno Mars\, Johnny Cash\, Bobby Darin and others in the same show. \nMeet the band: Shaun is the lead singer of Tonic Sol-fa and an Emmy winner. Theodore Brown is vocal percussionist\, pianist and sought after sideman. Dave Stanoch is a drummer known the world over – having authored a famous book for musicians as well as toured with many of the greats. \nTogether\, these three have garnered a Top Five Billboard album and are bringing their brand of American music and humor. Come and see what the Star Tribune described as a once in a lifetime “performance that goes for the gut in rousing fashion!” \nRecommended for fans of Tonic Sol-fa\, The Manhattan Transfer\, Christian McBride Big Band and Rockapella.
URL:https://www.dakotacooks.com/event/shaun-johnson-trio/
CATEGORIES:Jazz,Rock/Pop
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DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250612T210000
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SUMMARY:Church of Cash
DESCRIPTION:  \nIn 2010\, Jay Ernest established the Church of Cash. Jay is driven to spread the gospel of one of the world’s most influential and timeless songwriters. \nThe Church of Cash remains steadfast in their devotion to the music of Johnny Cash. Their performances echo the gentle breeze of the prairie and resonate with the commanding stomp of a boot heel. Far from being a typical country band\, the Church of Cash stands as a tribute band with a clear mission. Moreover\, led by Jay’s resounding baritone voice\, they honor the lasting legacy of Johnny Cash. Additionally\, they have traversed the roads\, tested their mettle\, and stand ever-ready to celebrate the very soul of American music. \nWhat the Church of Cash has that no one else can match is their loyalty to the song. Also\, they remain true to the message that Johnny left to all of us. The band merely keeps this word alive with a youthful spirit that has entertained audiences completely. \nThe Johnny Cash tribute show performed by singer Jay Ernest and his band is an unforgettable experience. Jay’s deep\, resonant voice sounds remarkably like Cash’s. Moreover\, he captures the essence of the legendary performer with his dynamic stage presence. \nThe show features an electrifying setlist that includes all of Cash’s greatest hits. You’ll hear classics from “I Walk the Line” to “Ring of Fire” and beyond. Furthermore\, the band’s musicianship is impeccable\, and they create an authentic sound that’s true to Cash’s original recordings. \nJay Ernest and his band have toured nationally and internationally\, winning over audiences in all corners of the globe. Whether you’re in the front row or the back\, you’ll be swept up in the energy of this amazing show. \nRecommended for fans of Johnny Cash\, Merle Haggard\, Willie Nelson and Waylon Jennings.
URL:https://www.dakotacooks.com/event/church-of-cash-2/
CATEGORIES:Americana
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DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250611T210000
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SUMMARY:Judy Collins
DESCRIPTION:  \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-4/
CATEGORIES:Americana,Rock/Pop
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SUMMARY:Judy Collins
DESCRIPTION:  \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-3/
CATEGORIES:Americana,Rock/Pop
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SUMMARY:Cafe Accordion Orchestra
DESCRIPTION:  \nDan Newton\, accordion and vocals \nEric Mohring\, mandolin\, fiddle and vocals \nBrian Barnes\, guitar and vocals \nErik Lillestol\, bass \nJoe Steinger\, percussion \nElizabeth Rowan\, percussion \nPrudence Johnson\, vocals \nDan Newton’s Café Accordion Orchestra (CAO) performs an eclectic mix full of French flair\, Latin heat and Bohemian attitude. The heart of the CAO repertoire is the romantic\, gypsy-influenced valse-musette. The group complements the musettes with swing\, ballads\, tangos\, cha-chas\, rumbas\, and cumbias to create a wonderfully varied show. They inject their music with good humor and expressive abandon. Their high level of musicianship and passion for performance makes them an entertaining concert act as well as a great dance band. \nCAO is led by Dan Newton on accordion and vocals\, with Eric Mohring on mandolin\, violin and vocals\, Brian Barnes on guitar and vocals\, Erik Lillestol on bass and vocals\, and Joe Steinger on percussion. CAO has been delighting audiences and dancers alike since 1995. They have appeared in New York at the Lincoln Center’s Midsummer Night Swing series\, the International Akkordeon Festival in Vienna\, Austria\, the Minnesota State Fair\, as well as festivals\, theaters and dance halls across the United States. \nOne might wonder how a group of musicians in Minnesota end up forming a band that plays French musette\, hot club swing\, Tin Pan Alley\, Latin music and cinematic themes. It all started with a tune composed in 1992 by Newton. Dan had been introduced to the Parisian sidewalk cafe accordion sound while teaching at a music camp in northern California in the 1980s. A friend commented that one of the tunes in particular sounded like “cafe accordion” music.  \nPrudence Johnson’s career has taken her from honky-tonks to Carnegie Hall\, from the theater stage to the Silver Screen\, from the Midwest to the Middle East. Also\, with her roots in folk and country music\, Prudence developed a passion for jazz. \nRecommended for fans of Paris Combo\, Pearl Django\, Rio Nido and A Prairie Home Companion. \n\n \n 
URL:https://www.dakotacooks.com/event/cafe-accordion-orchestra-5/
CATEGORIES:Americana,Jazz
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SUMMARY:One World: The Best of Sting & The Police
DESCRIPTION:  \nTogether\, Sting and The Police sold over 200 million records in the 1980s\, 1990s and beyond. Led by Todd Ortberg\, the classic Police trio expands and comes alive. Thus\, this seven-piece ensemble truly nails the sounds and energy of both Sting and The Police. \nRelive the memories and dance to the infectious rhythms of classic hits. Hear songs like “Roxanne\,” “Every Breath You Take\,” “Don’t Stand So Close to Me\,” “Message In a Bottle\,” “Every Little Thing She Does is Magic”\, “Fields of Gold”\, “Englishman in New York” and many more. One World’s captivating performance will transport you back to the era of pop-infused rock\, reggae and new wave that defined the 1970s and 1980s. \nPrepare to be mesmerized by soaring vocals\, rocking guitars\, pulsating rhythms and the signature Sting and The Police sound that has captivated audiences worldwide. One World fills its shows with passion\, energy\, and sheer musical brilliance. Experience the things that made Sting and The Police one of the most influential bands of all time. \nThis show features soaring vocals and great rock/ska rhythms. Also\, layers of saxophones\, keyboards and backing singers round out a fully musically textured show. One World consistently sells out theaters and clubs in the Minneapolis area. Don’t miss it! \nRecommended for fans of The Police\, Sting\, Queen and U2.
URL:https://www.dakotacooks.com/event/one-world-the-best-of-sting-the-police-jun8-2025/
CATEGORIES:Rock/Pop
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SUMMARY:The Rolling Stoners
DESCRIPTION:  \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/
CATEGORIES:Rock/Pop
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SUMMARY:Lil’ Ed & The Blues Imperials
DESCRIPTION:2024 BLUES FOUNDATION HALL OF FAME INDUCTEE \nIn Chicago\, a city overflowing with unrivaled blues talent\, world-renowned Lil’ Ed & The Blues Imperials have been standing tall for over 30 years. The band’s big sound\, fueled by Lil’ Ed’s gloriously rollicking slide work and deep blues string bending\, along with his rough-edged\, soulful vocals\, is as real and hard-hitting as Chicago blues gets. The Chicago Sun-Times says\, “Lil’ Ed & The Blues Imperials are the hottest purveyors of bottleneck boogie to come out of Chicago since Hound Dog Taylor.” \nLil’ Ed Williams comes to the blues naturally. His uncle\, Chicago slide guitar king and master songwriter J.B. Hutto\, taught him how to feel\, not just play the blues. Nine albums and thousands of performances later\, Lil’ Ed is now universally hailed as a giant of the genre. Lil’ Ed and The Blues Imperials —bassist (and Ed’s half-brother) James “Pookie” Young\, guitarist Mike Garrett and drummer Kelly Littleton— have remained together for over 30 years\, an extraordinary feat for any group\, the band fueling Ed’s songs with their rock-solid\, road-tested\, telepathic musicianship. \nThe group took home the Living Blues Award for Best Live Performer in 2011\, 2012 and 2013. They won the prestigious Blues Music Award for Band Of The Year in both 2007 and 2009. The Associated Press says\, “Williams fills Chicago’s biggest shoes with more life and heat than anyone on stage today.” \nTheir infectious energy\, joyful showmanship and masterful playing have been honed to a razor’s edge by their many years together. Lil’ Ed\, Pookie\, Mike and Kelly have seen sports stars and presidents\, musical fads and fashion trends come and go. \nMeanwhile\, their fiery music has more than stood the test of time. “We’re not band members\,” says Williams\, “we’re family\, and families stay together.” Night after night\, gig after riotous gig\, the musical family called Lil’ Ed & The Blues Imperials bring their big\, dynamic Chicago blues sound to fans across the country and around the world. \nRecommended for fans of James Cotton\, Coco Montoya\, Kenny Wayne Shepherd and Joe Bonamassa.
URL:https://www.dakotacooks.com/event/lil-ed-the-blues-imperials-6/
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SUMMARY:Kavyesh Kaviraj & Omar Abdulkarim
DESCRIPTION:“the essence of what jazz is.” – Jazz Police\n \nKavyesh Kaviraj imbues his life and stories into his music\, carefully weaving his influences into a boundary-breaking modern jazz outfit. He is well-known in the Twin Cities and beyond as a pianist\, composer and arranger.  \nKavyesh has garnered acclaim in many musical climates\, and currently calls St. Paul\, MN home. Primarily a jazz pianist\, he is a sought-after musician in many genres. He has performed with internationally renowned artists like Wynton Marsalis\, David Sanchez\, Justin Robinson\, Roosevelt Collier\, Steve Cole and others. Further\, he has been an important member of the Twin Cities music community. He has worked with local jazz legends like Debbie Duncan\, Bruce Henry\, Babatunde Lea\, Kevin Washington\, and LA Buckner. Simultaneously he is active in hip-hop\, gospel\, R&B\, funk scenes and many crossover acts.  \nOmar Abdulkarim has been playing the trumpet since he was fourteen months old. He holds a bachelor’s degree in music performance from the New School for Jazz and Contemporary Music. Omar has shared the stage with Roy Hargrove\, Redman\, Method Man\, KRS-ONE and Talib Kweli. He has also performed with Nicholas Payton’s Television Studio Orchestra and Valerie Ponomarev’s Big Band. \nOmar’s versatility extends beyond live performances. He has written and recorded music with Lauryn Hill and Jose James. His influences include Fats Navarro\, Miles Davis\, Freddie Hubbard\, Woody Shaw\, John Coltrane and Lee Morgan. \nOmar’s journey reflects a dedication to his art. He continually expands his musical horizons and collaborates with a diverse range of artists. His rich experiences and influences have shaped him into a dynamic and innovative trumpet player. He makes significant contributions to both the jazz and contemporary music scenes. \nRecommended for fans of Roy Hargrove\, Ahmad Jamal\, Woody Shaw and Keith Jarrett. \nLEARN MORE:\nhttps://www.kavyeshkaviraj.com/\nhttps://www.facebook.com/OmarAbdulkarimMusic/
URL:https://www.dakotacooks.com/event/kavyesh-kaviraj-omar-abdulkarim-jun5-2025/
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SUMMARY:Matteo Mancuso
DESCRIPTION:Matteo Mancuso was born in 1996 and raised in the province of Palermo. There\, people quickly recognized him as a musical prodigy. His father\, Vincenzo Mancuso\, a well-known guitarist and producer\, guided Matteo’s introduction to the world of music. \nTeaming up with his father\, Matteo made waves in Sicily’s jazz scene\, participating in local festivals at just eleven years old. The duo explored a diverse repertoire\, spanning from Django Reinhardt to contemporary jazz. Then\, as a teenager\, Matteo pursued his passion by enrolling in a music high school\, specializing in classical guitar. \nAfter he earned his high school diploma\, he founded the Snips trio\, gaining widespread acclaim for their fusion take on classic standards. As a collaborator with Yamaha Guitars\, Matteo showcased his expertise at NAMM 2019 in Los Angeles. Additionally\, he participated as a judge at the “Young Guitar Festival” in Bangkok. 2019 also marked his venture into Russia\, conducting masterclasses in Moscow\, St. Petersburg\, and Perm. \nMancuso graduated from the Conservatory of Palermo in 2022 with a degree in jazz guitar. Then\, he immediately resumed touring and shared the stage with Al Di Meola during the Eddie Lang Jazz Festival. In 2023\, the legendary PFM invited Matteo as a guest for their new live album.  \nLater in 2023\, Mancuso joined Tommy Emmanuel on stage at the Teatro Golden in Palermo. Then\, he embarked on a summer headlining tour\, featuring previews of songs from Matteo’s eagerly anticipated debut solo album. \n“He’s a beautiful player and he is so versatile\, he plays any style\, he plays rock\, he plays Django\, pretty amazing.” – Eric Johnson \nRecommended for fans of Steve Vai\, John Scofield\, Eric Johnson and Al Di Meola.
URL:https://www.dakotacooks.com/event/matteo-mancuso-jun4-2025-02/2025-06-04/2/
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SUMMARY:Matteo Mancuso
DESCRIPTION:Matteo Mancuso was born in 1996 and raised in the province of Palermo. There\, people quickly recognized him as a musical prodigy. His father\, Vincenzo Mancuso\, a well-known guitarist and producer\, guided Matteo’s introduction to the world of music. \nTeaming up with his father\, Matteo made waves in Sicily’s jazz scene\, participating in local festivals at just eleven years old. The duo explored a diverse repertoire\, spanning from Django Reinhardt to contemporary jazz. Then\, as a teenager\, Matteo pursued his passion by enrolling in a music high school\, specializing in classical guitar. \nAfter he earned his high school diploma\, he founded the Snips trio\, gaining widespread acclaim for their fusion take on classic standards. As a collaborator with Yamaha Guitars\, Matteo showcased his expertise at NAMM 2019 in Los Angeles. Additionally\, he participated as a judge at the “Young Guitar Festival” in Bangkok. 2019 also marked his venture into Russia\, conducting masterclasses in Moscow\, St. Petersburg\, and Perm. \nMancuso graduated from the Conservatory of Palermo in 2022 with a degree in jazz guitar. Then\, he immediately resumed touring and shared the stage with Al Di Meola during the Eddie Lang Jazz Festival. In 2023\, the legendary PFM invited Matteo as a guest for their new live album.  \nLater in 2023\, Mancuso joined Tommy Emmanuel on stage at the Teatro Golden in Palermo. Then\, he embarked on a summer headlining tour\, featuring previews of songs from Matteo’s eagerly anticipated debut solo album. \n“He’s a beautiful player and he is so versatile\, he plays any style\, he plays rock\, he plays Django\, pretty amazing.” – Eric Johnson \nRecommended for fans of Steve Vai\, John Scofield\, Eric Johnson and Al Di Meola.
URL:https://www.dakotacooks.com/event/matteo-mancuso-jun4-2025-02/2025-06-04/1/
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SUMMARY:Private Event
DESCRIPTION:We will be closed on JUN 3 for a private event. \nBOOK YOUR EVENT HERE:\nhttps://www.dakotacooks.com/private-events/
URL:https://www.dakotacooks.com/event/private-event-jun3-2025/
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SUMMARY:Leslie Vincent + Dylan Hicks & Small Screens
DESCRIPTION:Leslie Vincent is a prolific songwriter and jazz vocalist. She is equally at home singing the Great American Songbook\, musical theater\, and contemporary rock and pop. Thus\, she has quickly become one of the most notable voices to emerge in the vibrant Minneapolis music scene. Here\, Vincent is hailed for her joy-filled performances and her “fun\, human\, beautiful interpretations” (Levi Weinhagen). \nToday\, Vincent has become an accomplished bandleader\, using her theatrical chops to bring drama\, comedy and poise to the stage. \nVincent released her debut\, These Foolish Things\, in 2020. Then\, this garnered much critical attention from fans and music critics in the Twin Cities\, especially from Jazz88 FM. She’s recorded with the band Viewers Like You and performed alongside Jeremy Messersmith\, Joyann Parker\, and Patty Peterson. Her latest\, 2023’s About Last Night\, mixes jazz standards\, vintage blues\, and her own fresh originals. \nDylan Hicks & Small Screens play exploratory pop with literary ambitions and far-flung musical influences ranging from jazz to folk. The group’s latest album\, 2024’s Modern Flora\, is a set of songs arranged for an expanded nine-piece lineup. Further\, All About Jazz called it “fascinating and engaging”. Hicks\, the group’s pianist and singer-songwriter\, brings together some of the best players in Twin Cities improvised music. Here\, saxophonist Christopher Thomson\, cellist Michelle Kinney\, guitarist Zacc Harris\, bassist Dan Carpel\, and drummer Peter Hennig comprise the band.  \nRecommended for fans of Alex Chilton\, Madeleine Peyroux\, Jonathan Richman and Davina and The Vagabonds.
URL:https://www.dakotacooks.com/event/leslie-vincent-dylan-hicks-small-screens-jun2-2025/
CATEGORIES:Jazz,Rock/Pop
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SUMMARY:Natania & Ticket to Brasil
DESCRIPTION:Natania Kamin is a charismatic vocalist\, songwriter and dancer who is passionate about sharing the music of her native Brazil with American audiences. \nTicket To Brasil is a bossa nova\, samba and Brazilian jazz project founded by contemporary jazz guitarist and composer Pavel Jany. The group has performed at many national and international jazz events and has opened for such renowned artists as Trio Brasileiro\, Brazilian singer Cibelle and American jazz vocalist Karrin Allyson. \nNatania Kamin – vocal\nPavel Jany – guitar\nJohn Croarkin – sax/flute/harmonica\nTed Godbout – piano\nMatt Senjem – bass\nJosue Alfaro – drums/vocal \nRecommended for fans of Antonio Carlos Jobim\, Joao Gilberto\, Sergio Mendes & Brasil ’66 and Herb Alpert. \nLEARN MORE: https://pjanymusic.com/ticket-to-brasil
URL:https://www.dakotacooks.com/event/natania-ticket-to-brasil-jun1-2025/
CATEGORIES:Global,Jazz
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