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SUMMARY:New Year's Eve w/Davina and The Vagabonds
DESCRIPTION:“Davina and the Vagabonds combat heartache with sugar and sass.” – Downbeat\n  \nDinner Show • 6PM – $185 \n\nIncludes a four-course dinner\, show admission\, and gratuity.\n\nCocktail Show • 11PM – $115 \n\nIncludes a $25 food/drink voucher\, show admission\, a champagne toast at midnight\, and gratuity.\n\nScroll down to see menus.  \n  \nDavina Sowers and the Vagabonds have created a stir on the national music scene. Their high-energy live shows feature level-A musicianship\, sharp-dressed professionalism and Sowers’ commanding stage presence. Their influences range from Fats Domino and the Preservation Hall Jazz Band to Aretha Franklin and Tom Waits. The band is converting audiences one show at a time\, from Vancouver to Miami and across Europe. \nMuch like the music\, the story spurns era\, expectation and classification. The often unbelievable\, sometimes harrowing\, and wholly inspiring journey of Davina Sowers gave birth to her eponymous band in 2004. As the tale goes\, she grew up in the economically depressed Allegheny town of Altoona\, PA. She now describes the town as “awesome in the industrial era\, but horrible for high school.” Then\, she was adopted by her stepfather when he was in his eighties; he passed when she was just thirteen. Through him and his Edison phonograph\, she first heard the music that would start her journey. For example\, The Ink Spots\, Sidney Bechet\, Louis Armstrong\, Louis Prima\, Sister Rosetta Tharpe and many others. “Great man. He was my angel and still is\,” she says. \nOn her own\, she vividly recalls hours in front of the record player at home. She religiously spun Led Zeppelin\, Black Sabbath and Simon and Garfunkel records belonging to her folk singer mom. \nTo this day\, Davina still refers to music as “my first and eternal love.” Despite early dalliances with classical piano and guitar\, she developed a heavy drug habit in high school. This morphed into heroin dependency\, left her homeless\, sent her in and out of jail and brought on all manner of trouble. Kicking dope on the streets\, she “got clean\, started the band and worked [her] ass off every day since.” \nRecommended for fans of Pokey LaFarge\, Preservation Hall Jazz Band\, The Hot Sardines and Squirrel Nut Zippers.
URL:https://www.dakotacooks.com/event/new-years-eve-w-davina-and-the-vagabonds-dec31-2026/2026-12-31/3/
CATEGORIES:Blues,Holiday,Jazz
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SUMMARY:Kindred the Family Soul
DESCRIPTION:“inspiring melds of soul\, R&B\, hip-hop\, funk\, pop… A mindblower.” – AllMusic\n  \nKindred the Family Soul is a Grammy-nominated adult contemporary R&B duo from Philadelphia consisting of husband-and-wife Fatin Dantzler and Aja Graydon. Big hit singles elude them\, but they maintain a strong following that appreciates their unwavering dedication to releasing relatable\, mature R&B. Also\, Dantzler and Graydon co-write most of their songs\, which are rooted in traditional soul and gospel.  \nDantzler and Graydon began as solo performers. Dantzler was born in Philadelphia and got his start in the music business writing songs for Pebbles and Bell Biv DeVoe. Graydon\, from Washington\, D.C.\, signed a solo deal at the age of 15. The two united and began writing songs\, but then married and started a family. However\, Dantzler went back to trying to make it on the local scene. He and Graydon began performing at the Black Lily club\, where they caught the attention of Jill Scott.   \nThey spent the next two years working on the debut Kindred the Family Soul album\, 2003’s Surrender to Love. It featured an impressive cast of collaborators\, including Scott\, string arranger Larry Gold\, Bilal\, King Britt\, and Jazmine Sullivan. Thus\, it was nominated for a Grammy in the category of Best R&B/Soul Album. 2005’s In This Life Together was inspired by Ruby Dee and Ossie Davis’ memoir of the same name. 2008’s The Arrival became their highest-charting title to that point. Here\, it reached number sixty-seven on the Billboard 200 and number seven on the R&B Albums chart.  \n2011’s Love Has No Recession features guests ranging from go-go pioneer Chuck Brown to relative newcomer BJ the Chicago Kid. Kindred’s sixth full-length\, 2016’s Legacy of Love\, climbed into the top fifteen of the Billboard R&B chart. \nRecommended for fans of Ledisi\, Eric Roberson\, Avery*Sunshine and Stokley.
URL:https://www.dakotacooks.com/event/kindred-the-family-soul-jan2-2027/
CATEGORIES:R&B
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20270103T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20270103T210000
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SUMMARY:Steve Turre
DESCRIPTION:“amazing… straight-ahead\, energetic jazz” – L.A. Times\n  \nSteve Turre\, trombone & shells\nTeodross Avery\, saxophone\nCorcoran Holt\, bass\nXavier Davis\, piano\nOrion Turre\, drums \nTrombonist and seashellist Steve Turre is one of the world’s preeminent jazz innovators. He has consistently won both the Readers’ and Critics’ polls in JazzTimes\, Downbeat\, and Jazziz. He has won awards for Best Trombone and for Best Miscellaneous Instrumentalist (shells). \nTurre was born to Mexican-American parents and grew up in the San Francisco Bay area. While living there\, he absorbed daily doses of mariachi\, blues and jazz. When in college\, he joined the Escovedo Brothers salsa band\, which began his career-long involvement with that genre. \nIn 1972 Steve Turre’s career picked up momentum when Ray Charles hired him to go on tour. A year later\, Turre’s mentor Woody Shaw brought him into Art Blakey’s Jazz Messengers. Turre then went on to work with a diverse list of musicians from the jazz\, Latin\, and pop worlds. These include Dizzy Gillespie\, McCoy Tyner\, J.J. Johnson\, Herbie Hancock\, Lester Bowie\, Tito Puente\, Mongo Santamaria\, and Van Morrison. Also\, Pharoah Sanders\, Horace Silver\, Max Roach\, and Rahsaan Roland Kirk. The latter introduced him to the seashell as an instrument. Soon after that\, while touring in Mexico City with Woody Shaw\, Turre’s relatives informed him that his ancestors similarly played the shells. Since then\, Turre has incorporated seashells into his diverse musical style. \nIn addition to performing as a member of the Saturday Night Live Band since 1984\, Turre continually evolves as a musician and arranger. He has a strong command of all musical genres. When it comes to his distinct brand of jazz\, he always keeps one foot in the past and one in the future. \nRecommended for fans of Woody Shaw\, J.J. Johnson\, Lester Bowie and David Murray.
URL:https://www.dakotacooks.com/event/steve-turre-jan3-2027/
CATEGORIES:Jazz
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SUMMARY:Brittany Davis & Black Thunder
DESCRIPTION:“a towering achievement and a visionary musical statement” – AllMusic\n  \n2025’s Black Thunder is the dazzling\, fully improvised\, fully realized new album by Seattle-based musician\, producer\, and engineer Brittany Davis. This album features the artist on keys and vocals\, Evan Flory-Barnes on bass\, and D’Vonne Lewis on drums. It recalls artists like Nina Simone\, Roberta Flack\, and Rahsaan Roland Kirk in its immersive\, incantatory spirit. \nThe trio — who barely knew each other previously — extemporized Black Thunder in a surge of interactive creativity. They recorded the entire album over two days in the studio. The pressure-cooker environment removed any overthinking and brought each musician’s A-game. Steeped in Black and Afrocentric cultural influences\, this is Davis’s most poignant and cathartic work to date. \n“draws on Davis’ organic connection to spirit\, song and soul” – DownBeat \n“Brittany\, Evan\, and D’Vonne have\, in some way\, been preparing for this recording all their lives. Honing their instrumental craft and ability\, of course. But more importantly\, preparing their ears\, emotions\, and egos to be fully present and create absolutely in the moment\,” producer Josh Evans (Pearl Jam) says. “To listen deeply and respond empathetically. To speak with uncomfortable honesty; to listen\, and be vulnerable.” \nBlack Thunder marks a shift away from the drum machines and programmed keys of her previous album\, 2024’s Image Issues. This is a fully live\, organic performance\, one that showcases her stylistic maturation and the breadth of her versatility. \nBlack Thunder may contain a throng of voices\, but they coalesce into one. Here is a sui generis artist charting a course all her own. By bulldozing easy narratives and accessing the realm of pure feeling\, Davis’ latest missive is a creative thunderclap that will be impossible to unhear. \nRecommended for fans of Nina Simone\, Isaiah Collier\, Kamasi Washington and Roberta Flack.
URL:https://www.dakotacooks.com/event/brittany-davis-black-thunder-jan5-2026/
CATEGORIES:Jazz
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SUMMARY:Our House: Tribute to Crosby\, Stills\, Nash & Young
DESCRIPTION:Celebrating the legacy of Crosby\, Stills\, Nash & Young.\n  \nOur House celebrates the legacy of Crosby\, Stills\, Nash & Young. They do this through authentic\, heartfelt performances that capture the essence of their timeless music. \nOur House was formed in 2022. Six talented musicians unite under a shared passion for the timeless music of Crosby\, Stills\, Nash & Young. Each member brings their unique skills and experiences to the stage. They create a harmonious blend that pays homage to the legendary supergroup. Inspired by the enduring appeal of CSNY’s music\, Our House is dedicated to delivering pure\, unembellished performances. They highlight the power of the music\, its lyrics\, and the emotions they evoke. \nRecommended for fans of CSNY\, The Eagles\, Blind Faith and Allman Brothers Band.
URL:https://www.dakotacooks.com/event/our-house-tribute-to-crosby-stills-nash-young-jan6-2027/
CATEGORIES:Americana,Rock
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20270108T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20270108T210000
DTSTAMP:20260928T123202Z
CREATED:20260922T163657Z
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SUMMARY:URBAN CLASSIC PRESENTS EARTH\, WIND & FIRE
DESCRIPTION:Join Minneapolis’ own Urban Classic\, led by Michael Bland\, for a show dedicated to the music of Earth\, Wind & Fire. Prepare to groove as this powerhouse band\, featuring a horn section\, delivers a high-energy performance of the legendary Earth Wind and Fire funk\, soul\, and R&B hits. Michael Bland and his band will deliver a powerful and electrifying performance of the EWF major hits. This is a powerhouse performance you won’t want to miss. \nDrummer Michael Bland is best known for his work with Prince and the New Power Generation. Starting in 1989\, he was a member of NPG. Bland also played with Prince live and on albums for seven years. In 2010\, Bland became a member of Nick Jonas & the Administration\, a side project of Nick Jonas (Jonas Brothers). Bland worked with Vulfpeck\, playing drums on the 2017 single “Hero Town”. Additionally\, he has recorded with Cory Wong several times. Bland is also a member of Soul Asylum. \nFeaturing:\nMichael Bland\, Musical Director and drums (NPG/Soul Asylum)\nAshley Commodore\, vocals (Stokley)\nG Sharp\, vocals (Mazarati)\nTommy Barbarella\, keyboards (NPG/Nick Jonas)\nRon Long\, bass (Purple Experience)\nGeoff LeCrone\, guitar (Dr. Mambo’s Combo/Andrew Walesch Orchestra)\nScott Agster\, trombone\nRiley Helgeson\, trumpet\nJosh May\, trumpet\nJohn Bertsch\, saxophone
URL:https://www.dakotacooks.com/event/urban-classic-presents-earth-wind-fire-jan8-2027/
CATEGORIES:R&B
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SUMMARY:The Shabby Road Orchestra
DESCRIPTION:Taking only the Beatles seriously since 2017.\n  \nThe Shabby Road Orchestra is a 12-piece Minneapolis ensemble known for its head-turning performances of late-period Beatles recordings.  \nThe Shabby Road Orchestra:\nAdam Levy\, guitar\, vocals\nAndy Nelson\, woodwinds\nBrandon Sampson\, guitar\, vocals\nDavid Foley\, horns\, woodwinds\nKen Chastain\, drums\, vocals\nJacqueline Ultan\, cello\nJoe Carey\, guitar\, vocals\nJohn Eller\, guitar\, piano\, vocals\nJohn Fields\, bass\nJohn Sievers\, trombone\nPaul Scott\, piano\, keys\nTom Scott\, keys\, percussion\, sound effects \nRecommended for fans of The Beatles\, The Beach Boys\, The Who and The Monkees.
URL:https://www.dakotacooks.com/event/the-shabby-road-orchestra-jan9-2027/2027-01-09/1/
CATEGORIES:Rock
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SUMMARY:The Shabby Road Orchestra
DESCRIPTION:Taking only the Beatles seriously since 2017.\n  \nThe Shabby Road Orchestra is a 12-piece Minneapolis ensemble known for its head-turning performances of late-period Beatles recordings.  \nThe Shabby Road Orchestra:\nAdam Levy\, guitar\, vocals\nAndy Nelson\, woodwinds\nBrandon Sampson\, guitar\, vocals\nDavid Foley\, horns\, woodwinds\nKen Chastain\, drums\, vocals\nJacqueline Ultan\, cello\nJoe Carey\, guitar\, vocals\nJohn Eller\, guitar\, piano\, vocals\nJohn Fields\, bass\nJohn Sievers\, trombone\nPaul Scott\, piano\, keys\nTom Scott\, keys\, percussion\, sound effects \nRecommended for fans of The Beatles\, The Beach Boys\, The Who and The Monkees.
URL:https://www.dakotacooks.com/event/the-shabby-road-orchestra-jan9-2027/2027-01-09/2/
CATEGORIES:Rock
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20270110T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20270110T230000
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SUMMARY:Bizhiki
DESCRIPTION:“artfully use powwow vocals as a counterpoint to melody-driven arrangements… their power is commanding” – Guardian\n  \nUnbound\, Bizhiki’s 2024 album\, opens with a single\, trembling chord that rises and descends before meeting a warm\, beguiling voice. This voice sings in a tradition that people have heard in this northern river country for millennia. The music that follows is a soulful dialogue between the ancient tradition of powwow singing and a contemporary musical palette. On Unbound\, Bizhiki entwines the powwow style with synthesized voice modulation\, and accents hand drumming with electronic samples and beats. The harmonies and resonances on this album are equal parts cultural and musical. \nMany of the songs on this album go back to when the spirit of the Bizhiki was forged\, over a decade ago\, on the banks of Wisconsin’s Chippewa River. Dylan Bizhikiins Jennings\, one of the two principal Native voices on the album\, remembers getting an invitation to play the Eaux Claires festival in 2015. “I was driving up in Cornucopia\, Wisconsin — way out in the middle of nowhere —and I got a call.” There was a festival on the Ojibwe’s ancestral homelands\, and the organizers wouldn’t feel right without the involvement of the land’s native communities. “I agreed\,” he remembers. “And I told them I wished more people thought like this. That they would say ‘we’re gonna give your people space and just invite you to do what you wanna do.’” \nBizhiki’s Unbound is a collaboration between a group of singers and musicians at a particular time and place. All of them look to help by exchanging ideas in an open-ended dialogue. Bizhikiins Jennings says there’s a lesson here for himself and his new group. “Just like in life\, we’re learning and we’re maturing\, and we’re becoming who we are.” \nRecommended for fans of Bon Iver\, Keith Secola\, Jeremy Dutcher and Northern Cree.
URL:https://www.dakotacooks.com/event/bizhiki-jan10-2027/
CATEGORIES:Alternative,Jazz
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SUMMARY:George Maurer Group
DESCRIPTION:“What’s the Maurer magic? A mix of wit\, sophistication\, humor and keeping it fresh.” – Minnpost\n  \nThis merry band of “genre-bending eclectics” (Jazz 88) has been entertaining sold-out houses at the Dakota since 2000. The George Maurer Group takes the stage by storm with their irreverent style and sly musical humor. They will bring you an evening filled with witty stage banter\, clever musicianship\, and surprising twists on popular tunes. \nGeorge Maurer’s artistic career is an exciting and unpredictable journey. He’s always on the fast track as he performs and composes music that crosses genres\, disciplines and\, increasingly\, continents. George’s artistic curiosity and always-expanding boundaries constantly lead him down intriguing new professional and personal paths. They all intersect in the art he is creating now. He draws together his musical knowledge with the cultural exploration and diversity of experiences that have marked his life.  \nGeorge launched his career as a solo pianist\, made his mark in jazz and detoured down many other avenues. He has arranged music and been in the pit for countless musicals. He’s also played with groups ranging from a Native American country band to his own jazz ensemble. Additionally\, he has released more than twenty recordings on his own label. His introductions to different styles\, instruments and collective histories add texture to his music while contributing to his unique voice as a musician. \nGeorge’s versatility on the piano and keyboard lands him all in all kinds of talented company. He arranges music for orchestras and mans the piano for the nationally touring Midtown Men\, putting him on stage with renowned orchestras like the Boston Pops. \nRecommended for fans of Billy Joel\, Harry Connick\, Jr.\, Frankie Valli and Jersey Boys.
URL:https://www.dakotacooks.com/series/george-maurer-group/2027-01-11/
CATEGORIES:Jazz,Pop
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20270112T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20270112T210000
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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. 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.  \nHis heroes inspire his sound. For example\, Hound Dog Taylor\, Muddy Waters\, Elmore James\, Albert King\, Son Seals and Jimi Hendrix. On his latest release\, 2024’s Shut Up And Play!\, Cannon blazes his own path with eleven emotionally charged originals. 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. His lyrics are set ablaze by his passionate and focused guitar playing. 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.” 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-jan12-2027/
CATEGORIES:Blues,Rock
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DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20270113T210000
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SUMMARY:One World: The Best of Sting & The Police
DESCRIPTION:Journey through the iconic sounds of Sting and The Police with One World.\n  \nOne World brings the music of Sting and The Police to life with the energy and polish of a full concert. The band is led by the soaring tenor of Andy Schultz on lead vocals and bass. This seven-piece band layers rocking ska guitars and reggae grooves with saxophone\, flute\, keyboards and rich harmonies. They nail every hit\, from “Roxanne”\, “Message in a Bottle” and “Every Breath You Take” to Sting’s solo classics “Fields of Gold” and “Englishman in New York.”  \nTogether\, Sting and The Police sold over 200 million records in the 1980s\, 1990s and beyond. With this dynamic show\, the classic Police trio expands and comes alive. One World truly nails the sounds and energy of both Sting and The Police. \nRelive the memories and dance to the infectious rhythms of classic hits. 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. 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-jan13-2027/
CATEGORIES:Rock
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20270114T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20270114T210000
DTSTAMP:20261102T133131Z
CREATED:20261029T163106Z
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SUMMARY:Those Medley Kids perform Fragile
DESCRIPTION:Performing Yes’ 1971 classic album Fragile in its entirety\n  \nPlus\, select cuts from iconic prog rockers Genesis\, Rush\, King Crimson and ELP. \nThose Medley Kids recreate the music of iconic prog rock giants Genesis\, Yes\, Emerson Lake & Palmer\, King Crimson\, and Rush. Ambitious compositions\, experimentation\, concept-driven lyrics\, and instrumental virtuosity take center stage in this otherworldly tribute to rock’s most musically excessive epoch. \nBand:\nBrian Ziemniak\, keyboards\nDavid Anania\, drums\nCharles Fletcher\, bass\nAlex Maiers\, guitar\nDavid Russ\, vocals\nDeb Brown\, vocals \nRecommended for fans of Yes\, King Crimson\, Genesis and Rush.
URL:https://www.dakotacooks.com/event/those-medley-kids-perform-fragile-jan14-2027/
CATEGORIES:Rock
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20270116T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20270116T200000
DTSTAMP:20261109T140649Z
CREATED:20261105T180705Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20261109T140649Z
UID:10003716-1800122400-1800129600@www.dakotacooks.com
SUMMARY:St. Paul Peterson & the Mpls Funk All-Stars
DESCRIPTION:“upbeat and funky… sounds like Prince himself is playing” – Pioneer Press\n  \nSt. Paul & The Minneapolis Funk All Stars bring together legendary performers\, songwriters\, producers\, and touring musicians. These artists’ contributions helped put Minneapolis on the global music map. \nTheir collective careers span some of the most celebrated recordings and live performances in Minneapolis music history. They have connections to Prince & The Revolution\, The Time\, The Family\, the New Power Generation\, Mint Condition\, Paula Abdul\, and more. \nRather than recreating an era\, they bring the musicians who lived it back on stage together. \nSt. Paul Peterson: vocalist\, bassist\, songwriter\, and member of The Time and The Family\nDr. Fink: original keyboardist for Prince & The Revolution\nElisa Fiorillo: vocalist with Prince and the New Power Generation\nJason Peterson DeLaire: saxophonist\, keyboardist\, and vocalist. Former Paisley Park touring musician with credits including solo and Jimmy Jam & Terry Lewis’s Flyte Tyme Productions\nJoey Finger: session drummer whose credits include Prince’s Batman soundtrack sessions\nHomer O’Dell: founding guitarist and songwriter of Mint Condition \nFor this special hometown performance at the Dakota\, these remarkable musicians honor Prince. They celebrate the creative spirit that made Minneapolis a global force in music. This ensemble delivers deep grooves\, extraordinary musical chemistry\, and a masterclass in musicianship. \nRecommended for fans of Prince\, Alexander O’Neal\, Morris Day and Eric Gales.
URL:https://www.dakotacooks.com/series/st-paul-peterson-the-mpls-funk-all-stars/2027-01-16/1/
CATEGORIES:Jazz,R&B
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20270116T203000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20270116T223000
DTSTAMP:20261109T140649Z
CREATED:20261105T180705Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20261109T140649Z
UID:10003717-1800131400-1800138600@www.dakotacooks.com
SUMMARY:St. Paul Peterson & the Mpls Funk All-Stars
DESCRIPTION:“upbeat and funky… sounds like Prince himself is playing” – Pioneer Press\n  \nSt. Paul & The Minneapolis Funk All Stars bring together legendary performers\, songwriters\, producers\, and touring musicians. These artists’ contributions helped put Minneapolis on the global music map. \nTheir collective careers span some of the most celebrated recordings and live performances in Minneapolis music history. They have connections to Prince & The Revolution\, The Time\, The Family\, the New Power Generation\, Mint Condition\, Paula Abdul\, and more. \nRather than recreating an era\, they bring the musicians who lived it back on stage together. \nSt. Paul Peterson: vocalist\, bassist\, songwriter\, and member of The Time and The Family\nDr. Fink: original keyboardist for Prince & The Revolution\nElisa Fiorillo: vocalist with Prince and the New Power Generation\nJason Peterson DeLaire: saxophonist\, keyboardist\, and vocalist. Former Paisley Park touring musician with credits including solo and Jimmy Jam & Terry Lewis’s Flyte Tyme Productions\nJoey Finger: session drummer whose credits include Prince’s Batman soundtrack sessions\nHomer O’Dell: founding guitarist and songwriter of Mint Condition \nFor this special hometown performance at the Dakota\, these remarkable musicians honor Prince. They celebrate the creative spirit that made Minneapolis a global force in music. This ensemble delivers deep grooves\, extraordinary musical chemistry\, and a masterclass in musicianship. \nRecommended for fans of Prince\, Alexander O’Neal\, Morris Day and Eric Gales.
URL:https://www.dakotacooks.com/series/st-paul-peterson-the-mpls-funk-all-stars/2027-01-16/2/
CATEGORIES:Jazz,R&B
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20270118T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20270118T210000
DTSTAMP:20261103T181042Z
CREATED:20260914T210814Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20261103T181042Z
UID:10003639-1800298800-1800306000@www.dakotacooks.com
SUMMARY:Rebirth Brass Band
DESCRIPTION:“there is not a band on earth that is better. Stunning.” – Flea\, Red Hot Chili Peppers\n  \nFor almost four decades\, the Grammy-winning Rebirth Brass Band has been “stunning” fans. Further\, they are loved worldwide for their fiery live shows and rich musical catalog. Their trademark sound pays homage to the New Orleans brass band tradition. Also\, they weave a tapestry that combines elements of jazz\, funk\, soul\, R&B. Then\, they incorporate more of the sounds from the streets they grew up on. Their sound has traveled from their legendary twenty-five-year run of Tuesday nights at the Maple Leaf to stages all over the world. Rebirth is the soundtrack of the Crescent City and her premier musical ambassador. \nRebirth was founded by brothers Phil and Keith Frazier over thirty-five years ago. They began their career playing on the sidewalks of the French Quarter and quickly landed gigs at second line parades. Those auspicious beginnings have led to thousands of shows to music aficionados everywhere\, including heads of state and royalty. \nThe band’s unique “soundtrack of New Orleans” has also garnered admiration from artists of all genres. They’ve shared the stage and collaborated with everyone from the Grateful Dead to the Red Hot Chili Peppers. Also\, Maceo Parker\, Green Day\, U2\, James Brown\, 311\, G-Love\, MuteMath\, Juvenile\, Train\, Big Freedia\, Ani DiFranco\, and Galactic. Further\, Allen Toussaint\, Neville Brothers\, Quincy Jones and Trombone Shorty. \nRecommended for fans of Trombone Shorty\, The Dirty Dozen Brass Band\, Kermit Ruffins and Preservation Hall Jazz Band.
URL:https://www.dakotacooks.com/event/rebirth-brass-band-jan18-2027/2027-01-18/1/
CATEGORIES:Jazz,R&B
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20270118T210000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20270118T230000
DTSTAMP:20261103T181042Z
CREATED:20260914T210814Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20261103T181042Z
UID:10003640-1800306000-1800313200@www.dakotacooks.com
SUMMARY:Rebirth Brass Band
DESCRIPTION:“there is not a band on earth that is better. Stunning.” – Flea\, Red Hot Chili Peppers\n  \nFor almost four decades\, the Grammy-winning Rebirth Brass Band has been “stunning” fans. Further\, they are loved worldwide for their fiery live shows and rich musical catalog. Their trademark sound pays homage to the New Orleans brass band tradition. Also\, they weave a tapestry that combines elements of jazz\, funk\, soul\, R&B. Then\, they incorporate more of the sounds from the streets they grew up on. Their sound has traveled from their legendary twenty-five-year run of Tuesday nights at the Maple Leaf to stages all over the world. Rebirth is the soundtrack of the Crescent City and her premier musical ambassador. \nRebirth was founded by brothers Phil and Keith Frazier over thirty-five years ago. They began their career playing on the sidewalks of the French Quarter and quickly landed gigs at second line parades. Those auspicious beginnings have led to thousands of shows to music aficionados everywhere\, including heads of state and royalty. \nThe band’s unique “soundtrack of New Orleans” has also garnered admiration from artists of all genres. They’ve shared the stage and collaborated with everyone from the Grateful Dead to the Red Hot Chili Peppers. Also\, Maceo Parker\, Green Day\, U2\, James Brown\, 311\, G-Love\, MuteMath\, Juvenile\, Train\, Big Freedia\, Ani DiFranco\, and Galactic. Further\, Allen Toussaint\, Neville Brothers\, Quincy Jones and Trombone Shorty. \nRecommended for fans of Trombone Shorty\, The Dirty Dozen Brass Band\, Kermit Ruffins and Preservation Hall Jazz Band.
URL:https://www.dakotacooks.com/event/rebirth-brass-band-jan18-2027/2027-01-18/2/
CATEGORIES:Jazz,R&B
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20270126T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20270126T210000
DTSTAMP:20261109T140642Z
CREATED:20261105T193116Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20261109T140642Z
UID:10003718-1800990000-1800997200@www.dakotacooks.com
SUMMARY:Goldings/Bernstein/Stewart Organ Trio
DESCRIPTION:“the best organ trio of the last decade.” – New York Times\n  \nNew York Times described Larry Goldings\, Peter Bernstein\, and Bill Stewart as “the best organ trio of the last decade.” The trio\, which has been together for over thirty years\, is recognized for charting new ground. They do this through synergistic playing and thoughtful music. On their dozen-plus recordings\, they display their distinctive sound. They sound at home whether exploring the depths of jazz standards\, or playing their own original compositions. \nOf 2018’s Toy Tunes\, Downbeat said\, “The whole album subtly subverts organ-trio cliches\, offering not chicken-shack party stomps but instead some hip after-hours atmospherics”. \nLarry Goldings is hailed worldwide for his signature Hammond organ style and versatility on many keyboards. Moreover\, he has traversed not only the wide spectrum of jazz where he is perhaps best known\, but also the worlds of funk\, pop\, and electronic music. Over the years\, Goldings has been closely associated with John Scofield\, Michael Brecker\, Jim Hall\, Maceo Parker\, and Madeleine Peyroux. Also\, Pat Metheny\, James Taylor\, and John Mayer. \nJazz guitarist Peter Bernstein has been a part of the jazz scene in New York and abroad since 1989. He has contributed to over 200 recordings. As a leader\, Peter has released twelve albums and a DVD. Bernstein was discovered by alto saxophonist Lou Donaldson and took part in the first of four recordings with him.  \nDrummer/composer Bill Stewart made his name as the rhythmic force behind guitarist John Scofield. He is one of the most sought-after jazz drummers in the world. Stewart has toured extensively with Pat Metheny\, Maceo Parker\, Joe Lovano\, Joshua Redman\, Charlie Haden\, Joe Henderson and more. \nRecommended for fans of John Scofield\, Joey DeFrancesco\, Eric Harland and Pat Metheny. \n📸: John Rogers
URL:https://www.dakotacooks.com/series/goldings-bernstein-stewart-organ-trio/2027-01-26/
CATEGORIES:Jazz
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20270128T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20270128T210000
DTSTAMP:20261019T124639Z
CREATED:20261013T173928Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20261019T124639Z
UID:10003683-1801162800-1801170000@www.dakotacooks.com
SUMMARY:The Cookers: 20th Anniversary Tour
DESCRIPTION:“A dream team of forward-leaning hard-bop” – New York Times\n  \nDonald Harrison\, saxophone\nBilly Harper\, saxophone\nCecil McBee\, bass\nGeorge Cables\, piano\nEddie Henderson\, trumpet\nDavid Weiss\, trumpet\nBilly Hart\, drums \nExperience counts\, especially in jazz. The more time musicians spend interpreting tunes and interacting with others\, the more articulation an audience can expect. You can hear the fruits of such work in the expressive language The Cookers bring to the bandstand. This exciting all-star septet summons an aggressive mid ‘60s spirit with a potent collection of expansive post-bop originals. They have the requisite killer instincts and pyrotechnic playing expected of some of the heaviest hitters today. \nBilly Harper\, Cecil McBee\, George Cables\, Eddie Henderson\, and Billy Hart started in the heady era of the mid ‘60s. That period found the dimensions of hard bop morphing from their original designs. Further\, each artist helped facilitate the process as members of some of the most important bands of the era. Hart and Henderson were members of Herbie Hancock’s groundbreaking Mwandishi group. Cecil McBee anchored Charles Lloyd’s great ’60s quartet alongside Keith Jarrett and Jack DeJohnette. Billy Harper was part of Lee Morgan’s last group\, and also Max Roach’s Quartet and Art Blakey’s Jazz Messengers. George Cables was featured in groups led by Sonny Rollins\, Joe Henderson\, Freddie Hubbard\, Dexter Gordon and Art Pepper. \nDavid Weiss and Donald Harrison are from a more recent generation and are the youngest members of the band. There\, they gained experience performing with Art Blakey\, Bobby Hutcherson\, Freddie Hubbard\, Charles Tolliver\, Roy Haynes and Herbie Hancock. \nRecommended for fans of the Jazz Messengers\, Lee Morgan\, Herbie Hancock and the SFJazz Collective.
URL:https://www.dakotacooks.com/event/the-cookers-20th-anniversary-tour-jan28-2027/
CATEGORIES:Jazz
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20270203T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20270203T210000
DTSTAMP:20261005T124211Z
CREATED:20260930T165727Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20261005T124211Z
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SUMMARY:Maria Schneider Orchestra
DESCRIPTION:“breathtaking\, full of inspired composition and musicianship.” – DownBeat\n  \nMaria Schneider’s music has been described as “evocative\, majestic\, heart-stoppingly gorgeous\, epic and beyond categorization.” Blurring the boundaries between jazz and classical traditions\, she is among the few artists to receive Grammy Awards in multiple genres. She has received honors in jazz and classical categories\, as well as for her work with David Bowie. \nSince her debut recording\, 1994’s Evanescence\, Schneider has developed a distinctive compositional language for her 18-member orchestra. She writes specifically for the individualistic voices within the ensemble. The group has performed worldwide\, and Schneider has guest-conducted more than ninety ensembles across thirty countries. \nHer most recent project\, 2026’s American Crow\, expands her work into a cinematic dimension. Released as both a music video and EP\, the piece pairs sweeping orchestration with striking visual imagery. Schneider uses jazz to illustrate the art of listening\, a practice she feels could help heal our fractured cultural landscape. The work continues her group’s exploration of collective listening and the emotional power of large-ensemble storytelling. \nSchneider’s double album\, 2020’s Data Lords was a Pulitzer Prize Finalist and won two Grammy Awards. It was named Jazz Album of the Year by the Jazz Journalists Association and NPR and received France’s Grand Prix de l’Académie du Jazz. The project fused her artistic vision with her longstanding advocacy around technology and culture. As NPR’s Nate Chinen wrote\, it “amounts to the most daring work of Schneider’s career.” \nHer honors include fourteen Grammy nominations and seven Grammy Awards\, and designation as an NEA Jazz Master. She has also been elected to the American Academy of Arts and Letters\, and received the ASCAP Concert Music Award. \nRecommended for fans of Toshiko Akiyoshi\, Thad Jones/Mel Lewis Orchestra\, Terence Blanchard and Carla Bley.
URL:https://www.dakotacooks.com/event/maria-schneider-orchestra-feb-2027/2027-02-03/1/
CATEGORIES:Jazz
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20270203T210000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20270203T230000
DTSTAMP:20261005T124211Z
CREATED:20260930T165727Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20261005T124211Z
UID:10003660-1801688400-1801695600@www.dakotacooks.com
SUMMARY:Maria Schneider Orchestra
DESCRIPTION:“breathtaking\, full of inspired composition and musicianship.” – DownBeat\n  \nMaria Schneider’s music has been described as “evocative\, majestic\, heart-stoppingly gorgeous\, epic and beyond categorization.” Blurring the boundaries between jazz and classical traditions\, she is among the few artists to receive Grammy Awards in multiple genres. She has received honors in jazz and classical categories\, as well as for her work with David Bowie. \nSince her debut recording\, 1994’s Evanescence\, Schneider has developed a distinctive compositional language for her 18-member orchestra. She writes specifically for the individualistic voices within the ensemble. The group has performed worldwide\, and Schneider has guest-conducted more than ninety ensembles across thirty countries. \nHer most recent project\, 2026’s American Crow\, expands her work into a cinematic dimension. Released as both a music video and EP\, the piece pairs sweeping orchestration with striking visual imagery. Schneider uses jazz to illustrate the art of listening\, a practice she feels could help heal our fractured cultural landscape. The work continues her group’s exploration of collective listening and the emotional power of large-ensemble storytelling. \nSchneider’s double album\, 2020’s Data Lords was a Pulitzer Prize Finalist and won two Grammy Awards. It was named Jazz Album of the Year by the Jazz Journalists Association and NPR and received France’s Grand Prix de l’Académie du Jazz. The project fused her artistic vision with her longstanding advocacy around technology and culture. As NPR’s Nate Chinen wrote\, it “amounts to the most daring work of Schneider’s career.” \nHer honors include fourteen Grammy nominations and seven Grammy Awards\, and designation as an NEA Jazz Master. She has also been elected to the American Academy of Arts and Letters\, and received the ASCAP Concert Music Award. \nRecommended for fans of Toshiko Akiyoshi\, Thad Jones/Mel Lewis Orchestra\, Terence Blanchard and Carla Bley.
URL:https://www.dakotacooks.com/event/maria-schneider-orchestra-feb-2027/2027-02-03/2/
CATEGORIES:Jazz
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20270204T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20270204T210000
DTSTAMP:20261005T124211Z
CREATED:20260930T165727Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20261005T124211Z
UID:10003661-1801767600-1801774800@www.dakotacooks.com
SUMMARY:Maria Schneider Orchestra
DESCRIPTION:“breathtaking\, full of inspired composition and musicianship.” – DownBeat\n  \nMaria Schneider’s music has been described as “evocative\, majestic\, heart-stoppingly gorgeous\, epic and beyond categorization.” Blurring the boundaries between jazz and classical traditions\, she is among the few artists to receive Grammy Awards in multiple genres. She has received honors in jazz and classical categories\, as well as for her work with David Bowie. \nSince her debut recording\, 1994’s Evanescence\, Schneider has developed a distinctive compositional language for her 18-member orchestra. She writes specifically for the individualistic voices within the ensemble. The group has performed worldwide\, and Schneider has guest-conducted more than ninety ensembles across thirty countries. \nHer most recent project\, 2026’s American Crow\, expands her work into a cinematic dimension. Released as both a music video and EP\, the piece pairs sweeping orchestration with striking visual imagery. Schneider uses jazz to illustrate the art of listening\, a practice she feels could help heal our fractured cultural landscape. The work continues her group’s exploration of collective listening and the emotional power of large-ensemble storytelling. \nSchneider’s double album\, 2020’s Data Lords was a Pulitzer Prize Finalist and won two Grammy Awards. It was named Jazz Album of the Year by the Jazz Journalists Association and NPR and received France’s Grand Prix de l’Académie du Jazz. The project fused her artistic vision with her longstanding advocacy around technology and culture. As NPR’s Nate Chinen wrote\, it “amounts to the most daring work of Schneider’s career.” \nHer honors include fourteen Grammy nominations and seven Grammy Awards\, and designation as an NEA Jazz Master. She has also been elected to the American Academy of Arts and Letters\, and received the ASCAP Concert Music Award. \nRecommended for fans of Toshiko Akiyoshi\, Thad Jones/Mel Lewis Orchestra\, Terence Blanchard and Carla Bley.
URL:https://www.dakotacooks.com/event/maria-schneider-orchestra-feb-2027/2027-02-04/1/
CATEGORIES:Jazz
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20270204T210000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20270204T230000
DTSTAMP:20261005T124211Z
CREATED:20260930T165727Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20261005T124211Z
UID:10003662-1801774800-1801782000@www.dakotacooks.com
SUMMARY:Maria Schneider Orchestra
DESCRIPTION:“breathtaking\, full of inspired composition and musicianship.” – DownBeat\n  \nMaria Schneider’s music has been described as “evocative\, majestic\, heart-stoppingly gorgeous\, epic and beyond categorization.” Blurring the boundaries between jazz and classical traditions\, she is among the few artists to receive Grammy Awards in multiple genres. She has received honors in jazz and classical categories\, as well as for her work with David Bowie. \nSince her debut recording\, 1994’s Evanescence\, Schneider has developed a distinctive compositional language for her 18-member orchestra. She writes specifically for the individualistic voices within the ensemble. The group has performed worldwide\, and Schneider has guest-conducted more than ninety ensembles across thirty countries. \nHer most recent project\, 2026’s American Crow\, expands her work into a cinematic dimension. Released as both a music video and EP\, the piece pairs sweeping orchestration with striking visual imagery. Schneider uses jazz to illustrate the art of listening\, a practice she feels could help heal our fractured cultural landscape. The work continues her group’s exploration of collective listening and the emotional power of large-ensemble storytelling. \nSchneider’s double album\, 2020’s Data Lords was a Pulitzer Prize Finalist and won two Grammy Awards. It was named Jazz Album of the Year by the Jazz Journalists Association and NPR and received France’s Grand Prix de l’Académie du Jazz. The project fused her artistic vision with her longstanding advocacy around technology and culture. As NPR’s Nate Chinen wrote\, it “amounts to the most daring work of Schneider’s career.” \nHer honors include fourteen Grammy nominations and seven Grammy Awards\, and designation as an NEA Jazz Master. She has also been elected to the American Academy of Arts and Letters\, and received the ASCAP Concert Music Award. \nRecommended for fans of Toshiko Akiyoshi\, Thad Jones/Mel Lewis Orchestra\, Terence Blanchard and Carla Bley.
URL:https://www.dakotacooks.com/event/maria-schneider-orchestra-feb-2027/2027-02-04/2/
CATEGORIES:Jazz
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20270205T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20270205T210000
DTSTAMP:20261109T140629Z
CREATED:20261105T195100Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20261109T140629Z
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SUMMARY:The Pharcyde
DESCRIPTION:“self-conscious rap smarts and postmodern pop-cult potpourri” – Pitchfork\n  \nIn the early 90’s\, gangsta rap consumed the airwaves\, and the majority of West Coast rappers strapped on their Locs\, Chuck Taylor’s & Ben Davis’. However\, The Pharcyde decidedly maintained a willfully weird vision\, staying true to themselves. With their left field but still South-Central sensibility\, rap had seen few groups so self-deprecating and so smart. They featured four visionary rappers adroitly able to split the difference between helium-voiced and hard-core. \nListening to Bizarre Ride II the Pharcyde two full decades after its release\, its sense of timeliness is unmistakable. Every song on the album inverts a hoary hip-hop cliché. The album features classics like “Oh Shit\,” “Otha Fish”\, “Ya’ Mama\,” and hit single\, “Passing Me By”. It’s not surprising that it went Platinum and garnered comparisons to De La Soul and Tribe Called Quest. Everyone from Pitchfork Media to The Source has hailed it as one of the greatest albums ever made. \nSpeaking on the passage of time\, their second release\, LabCabInCalifornia\, has revealed exactly how far-reaching The Pharcyde’s vision was. They enlisted a young\, unknown James Yancey aka J DILLA to produce beats\, including the classic “Runnin”. They then collaborated with director Spike Jonze (Being John Malkovich\, Adaptation) on the groundbreaking video for “Drop”. The album consistently reinforced their steadfast refusal to tread familiar artistic grounds. \nToday\, The Pharcyde is still performing and touring the globe. They continue to hone their individual abilities yet carry on the name & legacy in its original fashion. They still seduce their audience with the same boyish charm that founded them at the beginning. The Pharcyde is still influencing the hip-hop artists and sounds of today and will continue to for years to come. \nRecommended for fans of A Tribe Called Quest\, De La Soul\, Digital Underground and Beastie Boys.
URL:https://www.dakotacooks.com/series/the-pharcyde/2027-02-05/1/
CATEGORIES:R&B
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20270205T213000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20270205T233000
DTSTAMP:20261109T140629Z
CREATED:20261105T195100Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20261109T140629Z
UID:10003720-1801863000-1801870200@www.dakotacooks.com
SUMMARY:The Pharcyde
DESCRIPTION:“self-conscious rap smarts and postmodern pop-cult potpourri” – Pitchfork\n  \nIn the early 90’s\, gangsta rap consumed the airwaves\, and the majority of West Coast rappers strapped on their Locs\, Chuck Taylor’s & Ben Davis’. However\, The Pharcyde decidedly maintained a willfully weird vision\, staying true to themselves. With their left field but still South-Central sensibility\, rap had seen few groups so self-deprecating and so smart. They featured four visionary rappers adroitly able to split the difference between helium-voiced and hard-core. \nListening to Bizarre Ride II the Pharcyde two full decades after its release\, its sense of timeliness is unmistakable. Every song on the album inverts a hoary hip-hop cliché. The album features classics like “Oh Shit\,” “Otha Fish”\, “Ya’ Mama\,” and hit single\, “Passing Me By”. It’s not surprising that it went Platinum and garnered comparisons to De La Soul and Tribe Called Quest. Everyone from Pitchfork Media to The Source has hailed it as one of the greatest albums ever made. \nSpeaking on the passage of time\, their second release\, LabCabInCalifornia\, has revealed exactly how far-reaching The Pharcyde’s vision was. They enlisted a young\, unknown James Yancey aka J DILLA to produce beats\, including the classic “Runnin”. They then collaborated with director Spike Jonze (Being John Malkovich\, Adaptation) on the groundbreaking video for “Drop”. The album consistently reinforced their steadfast refusal to tread familiar artistic grounds. \nToday\, The Pharcyde is still performing and touring the globe. They continue to hone their individual abilities yet carry on the name & legacy in its original fashion. They still seduce their audience with the same boyish charm that founded them at the beginning. The Pharcyde is still influencing the hip-hop artists and sounds of today and will continue to for years to come. \nRecommended for fans of A Tribe Called Quest\, De La Soul\, Digital Underground and Beastie Boys.
URL:https://www.dakotacooks.com/series/the-pharcyde/2027-02-05/2/
CATEGORIES:R&B
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DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20270206T210000
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SUMMARY:Chastity Brown
DESCRIPTION:“brooding soul eloquence… and folk-infected naturalness.”  – NPR\n  \nGospel and blues\, melodic sensibility\, and honest emotion… \nBased in Minnesota\, with roots in Tennessee\, Chastity Brown grew up surrounded by country and soul music. In the gospel church of her childhood\, she played saxophone and drums. She also found her singing voice and a passion for music. NPR’s “Favorite Sessions\,” CMT\, American Songwriter\, the London Times and Paste Magazine have all featured her. She has shared the stage with artists as diverse as Ani Difranco\, Andrea Gibson\, Indigo Girls\, The National\, Justin Vernon\, and Micheal Kiwanuka. \nBrown’s latest\, 2022’s Sing To The Walls\, is a sonically expansive album\, mining the roots of Americana\, folk\, and soul music. Chastity delivers her stories in a style that feels remarkably timely\, modern\, and forward-thinking. These songs unfold with Chastity’s expressive voice and expansive melodies\, leading the listener through intertwining tendrils of atmospheric sounds. \nBetween writing sessions she’s been vibing to chilled-out\, forward thinking artists like Leon Bridges\, H.E.R.\, SZA\, and Daniel Caesar. Like them\, she expands beyond genre and her folk/roots history to encompass her appreciation of all Black American musical art forms. “I also want to poke at what the blues is\,” Chastity reflects. “It has a lot of stereotypes\, like it’s mostly only played by blue-eyed white guys now. But what about Bessie Smith and Ma Rainey? I feel so closely connected\, in a pure\, undeviating lineage\, to the heritage of being a Black\, queer blues woman.” \n📸: Brad Ogbonna \nRecommended for fans of Amythyst Kiah\, Rhiannon Giddens\, Valerie June and Brittany Howard.
URL:https://www.dakotacooks.com/event/chastity-brown-feb-2027/2027-02-06/
CATEGORIES:Americana,Rock
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DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20270207T210000
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SUMMARY:Chastity Brown
DESCRIPTION:“brooding soul eloquence… and folk-infected naturalness.”  – NPR\n  \nGospel and blues\, melodic sensibility\, and honest emotion… \nBased in Minnesota\, with roots in Tennessee\, Chastity Brown grew up surrounded by country and soul music. In the gospel church of her childhood\, she played saxophone and drums. She also found her singing voice and a passion for music. NPR’s “Favorite Sessions\,” CMT\, American Songwriter\, the London Times and Paste Magazine have all featured her. She has shared the stage with artists as diverse as Ani Difranco\, Andrea Gibson\, Indigo Girls\, The National\, Justin Vernon\, and Micheal Kiwanuka. \nBrown’s latest\, 2022’s Sing To The Walls\, is a sonically expansive album\, mining the roots of Americana\, folk\, and soul music. Chastity delivers her stories in a style that feels remarkably timely\, modern\, and forward-thinking. These songs unfold with Chastity’s expressive voice and expansive melodies\, leading the listener through intertwining tendrils of atmospheric sounds. \nBetween writing sessions she’s been vibing to chilled-out\, forward thinking artists like Leon Bridges\, H.E.R.\, SZA\, and Daniel Caesar. Like them\, she expands beyond genre and her folk/roots history to encompass her appreciation of all Black American musical art forms. “I also want to poke at what the blues is\,” Chastity reflects. “It has a lot of stereotypes\, like it’s mostly only played by blue-eyed white guys now. But what about Bessie Smith and Ma Rainey? I feel so closely connected\, in a pure\, undeviating lineage\, to the heritage of being a Black\, queer blues woman.” \n📸: Brad Ogbonna \nRecommended for fans of Amythyst Kiah\, Rhiannon Giddens\, Valerie June and Brittany Howard.
URL:https://www.dakotacooks.com/event/chastity-brown-feb-2027/2027-02-07/
CATEGORIES:Americana,Rock
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20270213T183000
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CREATED:20260914T211327Z
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SUMMARY:Steely Dane
DESCRIPTION:“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-feb13-2027/2027-02-13/1/
CATEGORIES:Rock
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20270213T210000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20270213T230000
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SUMMARY:Steely Dane
DESCRIPTION:“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-feb13-2027/2027-02-13/2/
CATEGORIES:Rock
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20270219T190000
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DTSTAMP:20261109T140617Z
CREATED:20261105T200640Z
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SUMMARY:Mason Jennings
DESCRIPTION:“ragged\, intimate voice and simple ruminations” – Rolling Stone\n  \nMason Jennings writes that the songs from 2023’s Underneath the Roses were “written in an unprecedented burst.” This followed the birth of his son\, Western\, in March 2022. Jennings explains\, “I hadn’t written any songs in about a year. I had been dealing with the psychological after-effects of the pandemic as well as the loss of my dad. So\, when Western was born\, I didn’t expect to be writing much. But immediately he was responding to music in a very intense way. For this album\, between May and November 2022\, I wrote forty-eight songs! They certainly uplifted me and connected me with the creative spirit\, and spirit in general\, again. They cover all kinds of ground but\, when I listen back\, I think the central theme is overcoming fear with love.” \nJennings also released a video for “No Ordinary Friend\,” which he explains “Depicts two of the most important decisions a person can make. One\, whether or not they believe in a loving higher power and two\, who they decide to choose as a lifelong romantic partner. This song is referring to both of those and the choices I’ve made.” \n“Stone Gossard and Regan Hagar from Loosegroove Records helped me edit the forty-eight down to eleven. I then enlisted the help of my Painted Shield bandmates to record the songs.” \nJennings and Gossard are ongoing collaborators in the band Painted Shield\, who released their debut album in 2021. Their album was also released on Loosegroove\, the influential indie label that Gossard founded back in 1994.
URL:https://www.dakotacooks.com/series/mason-jennings/2027-02-19/1/
CATEGORIES:Americana,Pop
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