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SUMMARY:Patrick Adkins at Jazz Central Studios
DESCRIPTION:An evening of music from Patrick Adkins.
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LOCATION:Jazz Central Studios\, 407 Central Ave SE\, Minneapolis\, MN\, United States
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SUMMARY:Green Line Quintet
DESCRIPTION:Green Line is a five piece jazz + funk band based in Minneapolis. Aidan Firchow\, Colin Fitzsimmons\, Matt Healy\, Nathan Klaers\, and Trevor Loewe met at the University of Minnesota in a jazz combo under the direction of Phil Hey. Since then they have been writing music and playing around the Twin Cities in clubs\, museums\, backyards\, and basements alike. Green Line plays a combination of original music and arrangements that bring a dynamic\, funk sound to tunes rooted in and inspired by the jazz tradition.
URL:https://www.jazz88.fm/event/green-line-quintet-3/
LOCATION:MetroNOME Brewery\, 385 Broadway St\, Saint Paul\, MN\, 55101\, United States
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SUMMARY:The Belfast Cowboys at Dakota
DESCRIPTION:The Belfast Cowboys is a nine-piece\, horn-driven band from Minneapolis that specializes in the music of Van Morrison. Entering their third decade\, they are adept at mixing rock\, blues\, roots and soul sounds. Led by veteran songwriter/guitarist Terry Walsh\, the Cowboys have flourished in the renowned Minnesota music scene. They have consistently packed houses and wowed crowds since 2002. \nTerry Walsh got his start playing in various Twin Cities rock bands. He toured as Slim Dunlap’s bass player in 1997\, opening for Son Volt. In 2001 Terry hit upon the idea of forming a Van Morrison tribute band. Terry spent the rest of the year learning Van songs and building an all-star band. The band played their first show at the old 400 Bar on Saint Patrick’s Day 2002. \nMany musicians have played with the band\, but the ‘A’ team was soon established. It includes Dan Kowalke (guitar\, vocals\, Joe Baumgart (bass)\, Dave Kirby and Dave Haugen (drums\, backing vocals)\, Joe Loskota (keyboards\, backing vocals). The horn section includes Paul Gronert (sax)\, Matt Hanzelka (trombone)\, Tim Martin (trumpet)\, Vic Volare (sax\, flute). Bandleader Terry Walsh (lead vocals\, guitar\, harmonica\, piano). \nThe band has expanded its content over the years to include rock and soul covers. Terry’s own originals have become fan favorites. Now a beloved staple in Minnesota\, the 9-piece Belfast Cowboys averaged over 120 shows a year before the pandemic. The bar-tested troubadours are known for playing epic sets at their weekly Minneapolis gigs and drawing crowds to outdoor festivals. Occasionally they’ll venture beyond the Midwest to play Ireland\, Phoenix\, and New York’s Times Square. Once they opened for the band Chicago in front of 15\,000 people.
URL:https://www.jazz88.fm/event/the-belfast-cowboys-at-dakota/
LOCATION:Dakota\, 1010 Nicollet Ave\, Minneapolis\, MN\, United States
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SUMMARY:St Olaf Jazz Band at Crooners Supper Club
DESCRIPTION:An Evening of Jazz\, Big Band\, Swing and Fusion\nSt. Olaf Jazz 1 is the premier undergraduate large jazz ensemble at St. Olaf College. Comprised of 21 members\, the award-winning band is led by Dr. Joseph L. Jefferson. The jazz program at St. Olaf features two undergraduate ensembles that perform both on and off-campus concerts each academic year. These versatile groups showcase a wide range of styles\, including swing\, bebop\, fusion\, funk\, salsa\, Afro-Cuban\, Brazilian\, and traditional jazz idioms. \nJoseph L. Jefferson: Director \nSt. Olaf Jazz I recently performed at the 2025 Midwest Clinic\, the first time any St. Olaf ensemble has received this prestigious invitation.The ensemble was voted the “Best College or University Big Band” by Downbeat Magazine in May 2011\, and was awarded “Outstanding Performance by Large Undergraduate Jazz Ensemble” by the publication in 2019. In 2016\, St. Olaf Jazz 1 toured Cuba\, offering concerts in Havana and Matanzas including collaborations with renowned jazz trumpeter Rodolfo Jorge Horta Hernandez\, the Banda Provincial de la Ciudad de Matanzas\, and Joaquin Betancourt and his La Joven Jazz Band. After the tour\, Jazz 1 released its first vinyl recording\, “Cubano Be\, Cubano Bop.” St. Olaf Jazz I was voted the “Best College or University Big Band” by Downbeat Magazine in May 2011\, and was awarded “Outstanding Performance by Large Undergraduate Jazz Ensemble” by the publication in 2019. In 2016\, St. Olaf Jazz 1 toured Cuba\, offering concerts in Havana and Matanzas including collaborations with renowned jazz trumpeter Rodolfo Jorge Horta Hernandez\, the Banda Provincial de la Ciudad de Matanzas\, and Joaquin Betancourt and his La Joven Jazz Band. After the tour\, Jazz 1 released its first vinyl recording\, Cubano Be\, Cubano Bop. In recent years\, the St. Olaf Jazz ensembles have hosted and performed with a number jazz artists\, including Sean Jones\, Alison Crockett\, Melissa Aldana\, Fat Kid Wednesdays\, Matt Wilson Quartet\, David Berkman Quartet\, Kenny Werner Trio\, Armen Donelian Trio\, David Sanchez\, Dave Pietro\, Luke Gillespie\, Pat Harbison\, Ray Vasquez\, Dave Graf\, Chris Bates Group\, and Debbie Duncan\, among others. This spring\, St. Olaf will present its third annual Jazz Residency\, featuring acclaimed pianist Willerm Delisfort. \nDr. Joseph L. Jefferson is an award-winning educator\, performer\, and scholar known for his versatility and leadership in music. He serves as Associate Professor of Music and Director of Jazz Ensembles at St. Olaf College\, where he also teaches applied jazz/commercial trombone. His performance career spans jazz\, symphonic\, and commercial styles\, with collaborations including Vanessa Williams\, Sean Jones\, Catherine Russell\, and the Cab Calloway Orchestra. Widely recognized for his contributions to jazz education\, Dr. Jefferson was named one of Yamaha’s 40 Under 40 in 2023 and received the Jazz Education Network’s Ellis Marsalis\, Jr. Jazz Educator of the Year Award in 2022. His ensembles and students have received national and international recognition\, and his leadership in revitalizing the Southeast Missouri State University jazz program was highlighted by Yamaha’s Lean Into Change initiative. A frequent clinician and guest conductor\, Dr. Jefferson works regularly with Jazz at Lincoln Center\, served as a judge for the 30th Anniversary of the Essentially Ellington Festival\, and has presented at major conventions and festivals including TMEA\, FMEA\, the International Trombone Festival\, the Lionel Hampton Jazz Festival\, and the Reno Jazz Festival. His scholarship includes research on the Shout Band tradition and publications such as The Art of Jazz Programming. Dedicated to mentorship and music education\, Dr. Jefferson has taught at Jazz at Lincoln Center’s Summer Jazz Academy and the International Trombone Festival’s Youth Workshop. His teaching excellence has been recognized with honors such as the Marshall University Joan C. Edwards Distinguished Professor in the Arts\, Shenandoah University’s Black Alumni Network Impact Award\, and the Outstanding Teaching Award at his previous institution.
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LOCATION:Crooners Supper Club\, 6161 State Hwy 65\, Fridley\, MN\, United States
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SUMMARY:Delbert Anderson Quartet at Berlin
DESCRIPTION:Delbert Anderson creates Diné-inspired musical pathways\, preserving his cultural music by creating a foundation of new Diné melodies and fusing them through jazz\, jam\, and funk. \nBand Members:\nDelbert Anderson – Trumpet\nRobert Muller – Piano\nKhalill Brown – Drums\nEvan Suiter – Bass \n⊹ \n\n“By mining traditional Navajo ‘spinning songs’ of love\, healing and courtship\, and marrying them to jazz and funk lines\, Anderson and his trio have taken a place at the forefront of a vibrant Native American jazz scene.” – New York Times \n\n⊹ \nDelbert Anderson\, a Diné jazz trumpeter\, composer\, and educator\, merges Navajo “spinning songs” with jazz and funk\, creating a unique sound in the Native American jazz scene. Leading the Delbert Anderson Quartet\, he incorporates elements from Diné culture and landscapes into his music. His noteworthy projects include “The Long Walk: 1\,674 Days\,” reflecting on Navajo history\, and a forthcoming tribute to Indigenous jazz legends Don Cherry and Jim Pepper. Anderson also spearheads the “Build A Band” program\, teaching jazz improvisation to youth\, emphasizing Diné values. His work has earned acclaim from Chamber Music America and the First Peoples Fund as well as coverage in The New York Times and NPR. \nRobert Muller is a talented pianist and keyboardist based in Santa Fe\, NM\, known for his versatility across genres from jazz to neo-soul and underground hip-hop. Muller spent his formative years in Portland\, OR\, growing through mentorship under Blue Note jazz legend Andrew Hill. Post-college\, his journey took him to New York City\, performing in iconic venues like the Blue Note and the Knitting Factory. Now a fixture on the New Mexico music scene\, Muller collaborates with notable artists such as Hillary Smith\, Joy Harjo\, and Ryan Montaño. \nKhalill Brown is a dynamic funk/fusion drummer based in Denver\, CO\, with roots in the Blackfoot and Cherokee tribes. His musical journey began at the tender age of eight\, opening for Ziggy Marley. He has shared stages with renowned acts including Steel Pulse\, KRS-One\, Snarky Puppy\, and Stephen Marley despite overcoming a career-threatening wrist injury. Raised in a family steeped in reggae and Rasta culture\, and with extensive experience in drumline and backing bands across hip-hop\, jazz\, funk\, and country music\, Brown’s style is a vibrant testament to his diverse upbringing. \nEvan Suiter is a seasoned bassist with a repertoire spanning jazz\, country\, Latin\, funk\, classical\, and rock/pop genres. His formal education culminated in a Bachelor of Arts in music in 2008\, followed by invaluable experiences at Victor Wooten’s Center for Music and Nature. This background enabled him to share stages with luminaries like Tito Puente Jr.\, Bob Dorough\, and The Drifters. Residing in Albuquerque\, NM\, Suiter is an integral part of the music scene\, currently performing with Chevel Shepherd and the acclaimed Delbert Anderson Quartet. His extensive touring and recording career highlights his versatile talent and commitment to his craft.
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LOCATION:Berlin\, 204 1st St S\, Minneapolis\, MN\, United States
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SUMMARY:Amanda Pascali at the Cedar Cultural Center
DESCRIPTION:As the rising voice of America’s most ethnically diverse generation of young people\, singer-songwriter Amanda Pascali writes music that speaks to the experience of growing up as a first-generation American. Blending folk/American influences with Mediterranean\, Balkan\, and Latin rhythms\, Pascali’s songs are powerful tales of America told through the eyes of immigrants and those who have always felt like the “other.” \nAmanda Pascali embodies the complexity of modern identity. Born to a mother from Cairo who grew up in France and an Italian father raised in Romania\, she’s a mixed-race\, bilingual Gen Z troubadour perpetually caught between worlds. Quoting poet Ijeoma Umebinyuo\, she says\, “I’m often ‘too foreign for here\, too foreign for home\, and never enough for both.’” Rather than lamenting this displacement\, Pascali has transformed it into her artistic superpower.
URL:https://www.jazz88.fm/event/amanda-pascali-at-the-cedar-cultural-center/
LOCATION:The Cedar Cultural Center\, 416 Cedar Ave S\, Minneapolis\, MN\, United States
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SUMMARY:Somi at Parkway Theater
DESCRIPTION:Thursday\, March 12\, 2026\n6:30 pm Doors // 7:30 pm Music\nAll Ages \n\n\n$60 ($73.84 w. taxes/fees) Premium Seating \n\n\n$50 ($62.31 w. taxes/fees) Preferred Reserved Seating  \n\n\n$40 ($49.61 w. taxes/fees) Advance General Admission \n\n\n$45 ($52 w. taxes/fees) At The Door General Admission \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n“A virtuosic performer in full command of her instrument and powers.” – The New York Times \n“African grooves\, supple jazz singing and compassionate social consciousness; She is both serious and seductive.” – The New York Times \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nVocalist\, composer\, actor\, and playwright Somi Kakoma is a true renaissance woman\, known in the jazz world simply as ‘Somi’.  The Midwestern daughter of parents who emigrated from Rwanda and Uganda\, Somi found her musical voice traversing cultural bridges between Africa and the US\, weaving Afropop\, soul\, and jazz into her sumptuous\, elegant\, deeply grooving body of work. A return to her singer-songwriter roots\, the music on her latest release was composed in Lagos\, Dakar\, Paris\, and New York\, offering a sonic travelogue that weaves deeply personal storytelling with modern jazz and African sensibilities. \n\n“[Her music is] a party and a history lesson\, it’s a manifesto and a poem\, it’s a call to dance and think at once” – PopMatters \n\nSomi’s fifth studio album\, Zenzile: The Reimagination of Miriam Makeba\, is a companion project to the critically acclaimed original musical Dreaming Zenzile that Somi also wrote and starred in Off-Broadway as a tribute to the great South African singer and activist. Prior to Zenzile and at the height of the 2020 global lockdown\, Somi released an unplanned live album called Holy Room featuring the Frankfurt Radio Big Band that ultimately earned her a 2021 Grammy® nomination for Best Jazz Vocal Album and made her the first African woman ever nominated in any of the Grammy® jazz categories. \n\n\n\n\n\n\nSomi is a recipient of the 2023 Doris Duke Artist Award\, two NAACP Image Awards for Best Vocal Jazz Album\, and the inaugural Jazz Music Award for Best Vocal Performance. She is also a Soros Equality Fellow\, a United States Artist Fellow\, a TED Senior Fellow\, a Sundance Theatre Fellow\, and the founder of Salon Africana – a boutique cultural agency and record label. \nRecently\, Somi made her Broadway debut in the title role of the critically acclaimed new play Jaja’s African Hair Braiding by Joceyln Bioh. Somi holds degrees in Cultural Anthropology and African Studies from University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign\, a Master’s degree in Performance Studies from Tisch School of the Arts at NYU\, and is currently working on her PhD at Harvard University’s Department of Music. In her heart of hearts\, she is an East African Midwestern girl who loves family\, poetry\, and freedom.
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SUMMARY:Los Lobos at Dakota
DESCRIPTION:It’s a matter of time. Fifty years to be exact. And in that time Los Lobos have created an unprecedented body of work\, a legacy of greatness. The numbers are staggering: 100+ gigs a year for five decades running\, crossing millions of miles to rock millions of fans. And that’s just at the live shows. \nThey’ve also recorded seventeen studio albums\, seven live LPs\, three compilations\, two EPs\, two DVDs\, and contributed over forty guest appearances on their friends’ recordings. They have garnered five Grammys\, an Austin City Limits Hall of Fame induction and the ALMA Ritchie Valens Pioneer Award. \nBut beyond all the hoopla and applause (and the source of it all\, really) is the tremendous heart. Rather\, hearts. Cinco corazones. Five blood brothers who have dedicated their off-stage time to helping others\, working for peace and justice. Further\, they’ve penned some of the most literate and important music of their time. They transform the hard cries from the East L.A. barrio into songs of hope\, tales of common folk finding ways to endure. \nThe young wolves were weaned on late-night radio’s soul\, R&B\, and doo-wop. Were cured through the African-American currents of the blues\, jazz\, and rock ‘n’ roll. An amalgam. As proud Chicanos\, their songs have always glistened with the distillation from their Mexican and Latin American roots. \nQuite simply\, they are one of the tightest\, one of the best\, one of the most prolific bands ever. And\, amazingly\, with the original founding members as the pack the entire time. Unprecedented. As their liner notes put it\, quite simply: “Los Lobos still are David Hidalgo\, Louie Pérez\, Jr.\, Cesar Rosas\, Conrad Lozano\, Steve Berlin.”
URL:https://www.jazz88.fm/event/los-lobos-at-dakota/2026-03-12/
LOCATION:Dakota\, 1010 Nicollet Ave\, Minneapolis\, MN\, United States
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SUMMARY:Dave Hagedorn\, Gary Raynor\, Jay Epstein at the Hat!
DESCRIPTION:Dave Hagedorn is a renowned percussionist and educator in the world of classical music. He has performed with some of the most prestigious orchestras in the United States\, including the Minnesota Orchestra\, the Saint Paul Chamber Orchestra\, the Dallas Symphony Orchestra\, and the Detroit Symphony Orchestra. He has also performed with numerous chamber ensembles\, including the Chamber Music Society of Minnesota\, the Bakken Trio\, and the Minnesota Contemporary Ensemble. In addition to his work as a performer\, Hagedorn is also an accomplished educator. He has taught at several universities\, including the University of Minnesota\, St. Cloud State University\, and the University of Wisconsin-Eau Claire. He is currently a professor of percussion at the University of Minnesota\, where he has been on the faculty since 1994. Throughout his career\, Hagedorn has received numerous awards and accolades for his work as a percussionist and educator. In 1992\, he was awarded the prestigious McKnight Fellowship for Performing Musicians. In 2002\, he was named the Minnesota Music Educators Association’s Collegiate Educator of the Year. In 2010\, he was awarded the University of Minnesota’s Morse-Alumni Distinguished Teaching Award\, which is the highest honor the university bestows on its faculty members. Hagedorn’s performances have been praised for their technical precision and musicality. He is known for his ability to play a wide range of percussion instruments\, including marimba\, vibraphone\, xylophone and timpani. He is also an expert in contemporary percussion music and has premiered numerous works by contemporary composers.
URL:https://www.jazz88.fm/event/dave-hagedorn-gary-raynor-jay-epstein-at-the-hat-2/
LOCATION:The High Hat\, 485 Selby Ave.\, St. Paul\, MN\, 55102\, United States
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SUMMARY:FIA with Johnny Suite at the Cedar Cultural Center
DESCRIPTION:FIA is a rising singer/songwriter of Samoan descent. Based in Hawaii\, FIA blends R&B and soul with island rhythms. \nFIA is a five-time Island Music Award winner from Nanakuli\, Hawai‘i\, known for blending R&B\, soul\, and reggae into a style that connects across generations. His breakout single Love Me pushed him into the spotlight with more than 42 million Spotify streams and 28 million YouTube views. \nHe earned four Island Music Awards in 2019\, later adding a fifth in 2021. His live presence has taken him across Hawai‘i\, the West Coast\, and the South Pacific\, including major festivals like Cali Roots\, Holo Holo Festival\, and Promiseland. He has performed alongside artists such as Rebel Souljahz\, The Green\, Kolohe Kai\, Steel Pulse\, Katchafire\, Lauryn Hill\, TEMS\, Fiji\, and Inner Circle.
URL:https://www.jazz88.fm/event/fia-with-johnny-suite-at-the-cedar-cultural-center/
LOCATION:The Cedar Cultural Center\, 416 Cedar Ave S\, Minneapolis\, MN\, United States
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SUMMARY:Garrett Jones Quartet at Berlin
DESCRIPTION:Bassoonist Garrett Jones and his quartet will perform two sets of music\, featuring original compositions from Jones’ previous releases\, Tributaries (2023) and Vestiges (2022)\, as well as unreleased material. \nBand Members:\nGarrett Jones – Bassoon\nPatrick Adkins – Piano\nGreg Byers – Cello\nBen Ehrlich – Drums \n✧ \nGarrett Jones is a Minneapolis-based bassoonist and composer known for his cross-genre bassoon techniques and jazz bassoon recordings. His original compositions for bassoon and rhythm section bring Western classical compositional techniques to an improvisational setting\, and his improvisations with the Aspects Trio bring electric bassoon into new musical territory. He has performed in jazz clubs in Minneapolis and Phoenix and has been an invited performer at the conference of the International Double Reed Society.
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LOCATION:Berlin\, 204 1st St S\, Minneapolis\, MN\, United States
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DTSTAMP:20260303T155214Z
CREATED:20260303T155214Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260303T155214Z
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SUMMARY:Ray Barnard & The Dudes - 331 Club
DESCRIPTION:Original Roots & Soul music\nFirst Anniversary of our underground classic LP\, And The Horse You Rode In On! \nWith: Blair Krivanek\, Nick Salisbury\, and Greg “the Hit Man” Schutte \nPart of Harold Tremblay’s House Party series
URL:https://www.jazz88.fm/event/ray-barnard-the-dudes-331-club/
LOCATION:331 Club\, 331 13th Ave NE\, Minneapolis\, MN\, United States
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ORGANIZER;CN="Ray Barnard":MAILTO:Info@ray-barnard.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260310T203000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260310T223000
DTSTAMP:20260304T184453Z
CREATED:20260304T184453Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260304T184453Z
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SUMMARY:Cedar Avenue Big Band at Jazz Central Studios
DESCRIPTION:This 16 piece band boosts having been on-going for the last 35 years . Originally under the musical direction of arranger/ composer Steve Devich\, they have built a library of big band music containing over 450 charts!
URL:https://www.jazz88.fm/event/cedar-avenue-big-band-at-jazz-central-studios/
LOCATION:Jazz Central Studios\, 407 Central Ave SE\, Minneapolis\, MN\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260310T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260310T210000
DTSTAMP:20260128T190354Z
CREATED:20260128T190354Z
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SUMMARY:BeauSoleil avec Michael Doucet at the Parkway Theater
DESCRIPTION:For the past 50+ years\, GRAMMY Award-winning Cajun legends BeauSoleil avec Michael Doucet have been making some of the most potent and popular Cajun music on the planet. \nBorn out of the rich Acadian ancestry of its members\, and created and driven by bandleader Michael Doucet’s spellbinding fiddle playing and soulful vocals\, BeauSoleil is notorious for bringing even the most staid audience to its feet. BeauSoleil’s distinctive sound derives from the distilled spirits of New Orleans jazz\, blues rock\, folk\, swamp pop\, Zydeco\, country and bluegrass — captivating listeners from the Jazz and Heritage Festival in New Orleans\, to Carnegie Hall\, then all the way across the pond to Richard Thompson’s Meltdown Festival in England. \nLaissez les bon temps rouler! \n\n\n\n\n\n \n \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nTheir most recent album and the 25th in their fifty-plus-year career\, is titled From Bamako to Carencro\, alluding the cultural and migratory connection between Bamako\, in Mali\, West Africa\, and Louisiana (symbolized in name by the Lafayette\, LA suburb of Carencro)\, a connection that draws a sonic bloodline back to BeauSoleil’s roots. Since becoming the first Cajun band to win a GRAMMY with L’amour Ou La Folie (their Traditional Folk Album\, released in 1998) and then a second GRAMMY in 2010\, Live at the New Orleans Jazz & Heritage Festival\, BeauSoleil has garnered many accolades\, including a total of twelve GRAMMY nominations. They are regular guests on Garrison Keillor’s NPR show A Prairie Home Companion\, where Keillor has dubbed them as “the best Cajun band in the world\,” and their music is so integral to the Cajun culture that they have been featured on the critically-acclaimed New Orleans–based HBO series\, Treme. Critics unanimously agree that it is “bon temps\, every time they play\,” (New York Times).
URL:https://www.jazz88.fm/event/beausoleil-avec-michael-doucet-at-the-parkway-theater/
LOCATION:The Parkway Theater\, 4814 Chicago Ave\, Minneapolis\, MN\, United States
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GEO:44.915849;-93.262717
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260310T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260310T210000
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SUMMARY:Immanuel Wilkins Quartet at Dakota
DESCRIPTION:Award-winning alto saxophonist and composer Immanuel Wilkins burst onto the musical scene in 2020 with his critically acclaimed debut\, Omega. October 2024 saw the release of Wilkins’ third album\, Blues Blood. \nAccolades\, awards\, and critical acclaim have followed with each of Wilkins’ album releases. Omega was named the best new jazz release by The New York Times and best debut jazz album by NPR. Also\, it was nominated for an NAACP Image Award for Best Jazz recording. The year ended on an even higher note\, with Wilkins winning the prestigious Letter One Rising Stars Award. Two years later\, Wilkins released his sophomore album\, The 7th Hand. Like his debut\, it topped numerous year-end lists including Jazzwise\, NPR\, The New York Times\, The Financial Times\, and JazzTimes. In 2023\, Wilkins was awarded with three DownBeat Critics Poll Awards. These included Best Alto Saxophonist\, Best Rising Star Composer\, and Best Rising Star Group. In 2024\, German Deutscher Jazz Preis named his quartet best international live act of the year.  \nWilkins and his quartet have toured extensively and graced some of the most esteemed stages in the world. Notable performances include Montreal Jazz Festival\, Monterey Jazz Festival\, Umbria Jazz\, North Sea Jazz\, Pori Jazz\, and Newport Jazz Festival. Also\, the Kennedy Center\, the Library of Congress\, SFJAZZ\, and Elbphilharmonie. \nIn addition to touring as a leader\, Wilkins continues to record and share the bandstand with both his peers and his longtime mentors. For example\, Jason Moran\, Kenny Barron\, Wynton Marsalis\, Bob Dylan\, Solange\, Joel Ross\, Gerald Clayton\, and Lalah Hathaway.
URL:https://www.jazz88.fm/event/immanuel-wilkins-quartet-at-dakota/
LOCATION:Dakota\, 1010 Nicollet Ave\, Minneapolis\, MN\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260310T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260310T210000
DTSTAMP:20260223T155049Z
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SUMMARY:MN Guitar Society Monthly FREE Concert
DESCRIPTION:6-7pm Colin Monette (singer-songwriter). 7-9pm Reynold Philipsek with Matt Senjem (jazz).
URL:https://www.jazz88.fm/event/mn-guitar-society-monthly-free-concert/
LOCATION:MetroNOME Brewery\, 385 Broadway St\, Saint Paul\, MN\, 55101\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260309T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260309T203000
DTSTAMP:20260303T174827Z
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SUMMARY:MN Hard Bop Collective Jazz Performance Workshop featuring Ian Duerr and Abebi Stafford
DESCRIPTION:Open to students of ALL ages who love jazz—everyone is welcome\, regardless of skill level\, experience\, or background. Whether you’re just starting out or you’re a pro in another style\, there’s something here for YOU. \nSuggested Donation: $10 for adults\, $5 for students. We also ask that you please support our generous hosts by purchasing at least one refreshment item during your visit.
URL:https://www.jazz88.fm/event/mn-hard-bop-collective-jazz-performance-workshop-featuring-ian-duerr-and-abebi-stafford/
LOCATION:MetroNOME Brewery\, 385 Broadway St\, Saint Paul\, MN\, 55101\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260309T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260309T203000
DTSTAMP:20260126T210359Z
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SUMMARY:Antionio Rey with Juanito Pascual at Dakota
DESCRIPTION:Two-time Latin Grammy-winner Antonio Rey (Spain) is widely regarded as one of the top flamenco guitarists of his generation. He is lauded for his stunning virtuosity\, impeccable tone\, and his lush and soulful compositions. Also\, he has won many of Spain’s most prestigious guitar competitions and received numerous awards. For example\, Spain’s National Guitar Award\, shared by the likes of Paco de Lucia and Vicente Amigo.  \nHis 2024 album Historias de un Flamenco won the Latin Grammy for Best Flamenco Album\, and was also nominated for a 2025 Grammy. Additionally\, he won the 2020 Latin Grammy for his album Flamenco Sin Fronteras. \nAntonio regularly tours major theaters\, concert halls and festivals around the world. This includes recent homage concerts to Paco de Lucia in Carnegie Hall and Madrid’s Teatro Real. Here\, he appeared both as a featured soloist and with Al di Meola along with de Lucia’s nephew Antonio Sanchez.  \nHe has performed with top flamenco legends including maestro Paco de Lucia himself\, dancers Farruquito and Antonio Canales. Also\, international artists such as Alejandro Sanz\, Pablo Alboran and jazz greats including Richard Bona and Al di Meola. Recognized as Paco de Lucia’s successor\, Antonio Rey now steps into the spotlight captivating audiences worldwide. 
URL:https://www.jazz88.fm/event/antionio-rey-with-juanito-pascual-at-dakota/
LOCATION:Dakota\, 1010 Nicollet Ave\, Minneapolis\, MN\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260308T203000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260308T220000
DTSTAMP:20260223T200010Z
CREATED:20260223T200010Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260223T200010Z
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SUMMARY:Laurels String Quartet (feat. jeremy messersmith) at Berlin
DESCRIPTION:A vital force in the Minneapolis music scene with reach far beyond it\, the Laurels String Quartet has supported stars including Father John Misty\, Semisonic\, and Ondara but have never stepped out as headliners themselves. This March\, that changes! The Laurels will host a five-week residency at Berlin\, joined by a rotating cast of exceptional artists from their creative orbit. \nTonight\, expect to hear masterfully crafted folk-pop songs by the Laurels’ longtime collaborator jeremy messersmith\, embellished with strings. \nDoors for the first set will open at 5:30 p.m.\, while doors for the second set will open at 7:45 p.m. \nLaurels String Quartet:\nJosh Misner – Violin\nLaura Harada – Violin\nErica Burton – Viola\nJacqueline Ultan – Cello \n⊹ \nAfter a chance meeting over a decade ago\, the Laurels String Quartet quickly became a staple of the Minneapolis music scene. Their collective instinct for tuning into the emotional frequency of a song has amassed the group collaborators near and far. Artists such as Belle & Sebastian\, Father John Misty\, Lucius\, jeremy messersmith\, Macklemore\, Dan Wilson\, Jason Mraz\, Rogue Valley\, Motion City Soundtrack\, the New Standards\, and Ondara have sought their company on stage and in the studio. The quartet has appeared on Late Night with David Letterman\, PBS\, The Current\, and NPR and has performed on stages across the country\, from the celebrated outdoor festival Rock The Garden at the Walker Art Center to the Barclays Center arena in Brooklyn\, NY. \njeremy messersmith is a Minneapolis-based indie musician with a catalog of catchy folk and alt-rock songs that balance humor and heart. He has released six studio records\, a songbook of ukulele tunes\, an ambient EP\, and a live album recorded at a bowling alley. His pickleball game is strong.
URL:https://www.jazz88.fm/event/laurels-string-quartet-feat-jeremy-messersmith-at-berlin/2026-03-08/2/
LOCATION:Berlin\, 204 1st St S\, Minneapolis\, MN\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260308T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260308T223000
DTSTAMP:20260204T170211Z
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SUMMARY:An Evening with James Keelaghan and David Woodhead at the Cedar Cultural Center
DESCRIPTION:Storied Canadian songwriters James Keelaghan and David Woodhead come together for a night of award-winning folk music. \nCalled Canada’s finest singer-songwriter by one of the most respected and lauded music journalists of the last 50 years\, James Keelaghan is an artist who has proven to be a man for all seasons. As the calendar pages have turned\, for almost a quarter of a century now\, this poet laureate of the folk and roots music world has gone about his work with a combination of passion\, intent and intensity\, and curiosity. \nFusing his insatiable appetite for finding the next unique storyline Keelaghan also forges his pieces with brilliantly defined craftsmanship and a monogrammed artistic vision\, making him one of the most distinctive and readily identifiable voices of not only the Canadian scene\, but as a member of the international singer-songwriter community.
URL:https://www.jazz88.fm/event/an-evening-with-james-keelaghan-and-david-woodhead-at-the-cedar-cultural-center/
LOCATION:The Cedar Cultural Center\, 416 Cedar Ave S\, Minneapolis\, MN\, United States
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GEO:44.969633;-93.247313
X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=The Cedar Cultural Center 416 Cedar Ave S Minneapolis MN United States;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=416 Cedar Ave S:geo:-93.247313,44.969633
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260308T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260308T203000
DTSTAMP:20260202T204934Z
CREATED:20260202T204934Z
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SUMMARY:R Carlos Nakai at the Dakota
DESCRIPTION:“Nakai is creating… a body of work that could be considered as modern as classical music.” – Focus Magazine\nR. Carlos Nakai is widely considered the world’s premier performer of the Native American flute. Also\, he is the only American Native performer performing in the Indigenous genre to achieve a Platinum Record. His Canyon Trilogy has sold over 1 million copies. Additionally\, Nakai has a successful career in many genres of music. He is an eleven-time Grammy nominee and serves as an effective ambassador in reaching new concert audiences. \nNakai stands as one of the most renowned and influential American Indian musicians of the modern era. He has spent decades weaving the ancient sounds of his heritage with contemporary musical forms. Thus\, he created a body of work that transcends genre and brings Indigenous traditions to audiences worldwide.  \nNakai grew up steeped in the stories\, songs\, and communal values of his ancestors. Living in the Southwest United States\, he experienced both the challenges and the beauty of life as an Indigenous person in a changing world. His family’s encouragement and his exposure to traditional ceremonies laid the foundation for his later artistic journey. He also gained an early appreciation for the importance of cultural preservation. Here\, this theme would become central to his life’s work. \nNakai approaches the Native American flute with both innovation and respect. Rather than simply replicating traditional songs\, he has expanded the instrument’s expressive possibilities. Furthermore\, he employs new fingering techniques\, extended melodies\, and harmonics. Here\, he blends the flute’s haunting tones with elements of jazz\, classical\, and world music. He also composes original works for flute integrating influences from his heritage with contemporary sensibilities. His music carries a universal message of peace\, healing\, and connection to the land.
URL:https://www.jazz88.fm/event/r-carlos-nakai-at-the-dakota/
LOCATION:Dakota\, 1010 Nicollet Ave\, Minneapolis\, MN\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260308T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260308T193000
DTSTAMP:20260303T155046Z
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SUMMARY:She - by Her. Celebrating Int’l Women’s Day in Song
DESCRIPTION:SHE – by HER.\nAt MetroNome Brewery\nCelebrate International Women’s Day in song with us! Kristina Mitchell\, Louis Berg-Arnold and I are bringing a sweet mix of tunes about Girls\, Ladies and Women..and you’re gonna love ‘em. Elvis Costello\, Billy Joel\, George Harrison and more.
URL:https://www.jazz88.fm/event/she-by-her-celebrating-intl-womens-day-in-song/
LOCATION:MetroNOME Brewery\, 385 Broadway St\, Saint Paul\, MN\, 55101\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260308T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260308T190000
DTSTAMP:20260217T202626Z
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SUMMARY:Mediterranean Sundance – A Night of Fusion Guitar with Trioamigos at Crooners
DESCRIPTION:An Evening of Flamenco\, Bossa Nova and Hot Club Jazz\nTrioamigos will be playing great guitar music from all around the world\, from Django Reinhardt to Paco de Lucia. \nRyan Picone: Guitar \nBen Abrahamson: Guitar \nDaniel Volovets: Guitar \nTrioAmigos is a fusion of flamenco\, bossa nova and hot club jazz\, brought to life through the friendship of three Twin Cities guitarists: Ben Abrahamson\, Daniel Volovets and Ryan Picone. This collaboration unites several musical worlds to create a sound beyond words – one that can only be experienced.
URL:https://www.jazz88.fm/event/mediterranean-sundance-a-night-of-fusion-guitar-with-trioamigos-at-crooners/
LOCATION:Crooners Supper Club\, 6161 State Hwy 65\, Fridley\, MN\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260307T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260307T221500
DTSTAMP:20260223T193631Z
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SUMMARY:Kent & Lou at Berlin
DESCRIPTION:Kent Goodroad and Lou Schwitzer have been musical collaborators for more than 25 years. They are excited to present harmony-rich originals and covers (Jazmine Sullivan\, Judith Hill\, D’Angelo) alongside Traiveon Dunlap (Mayyadda)\, Sofia Burke (Boston College ‘25)\, Jason Wells (St. Paul Chamber Orchestra\, 10th Wave) and Miguel Hurtado (Lady Midnight\, Ted Olsen Quartet\, Your Smith). \nBand Members:\nKent Goodroad – Piano\nLou Schwitzer – Vocals\nTraiveon Dunlap – Vocals\nSofia Burke – Vocals\nJason Wells – Bass\nMiguel Hurtado – Drums \n⊹ \nKent Goodroad (he/him/his) is a performer\, composer\, and music educator based in the Twin Cities. He has performed and composed for institutions including Minnesota Public Radio (MPR)\, Minnesota Composers Forum\, and MNKINO Film Festival. \nLou Schwitzer (she/her/hers) is a vocalist\, recording artist\, composer and voice teacher/coach working with individuals\, schools\, and organizations locally and nationally. As a vocalist\, she has taken up residencies in cities such as New York City and Boston\, and she has had the opportunity to perform for organizations including Minnesota Public Radio\, American Composers Forum\, and Ravinia Festival.
URL:https://www.jazz88.fm/event/kent-lou-at-berlin/
LOCATION:Berlin\, 204 1st St S\, Minneapolis\, MN\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260307T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260307T210000
DTSTAMP:20260226T184158Z
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SUMMARY:Power of 10 Jazz Quartet @ The High Hat
DESCRIPTION:Come see the Power of 10 Jazz Quartet at The High Hat on Saturday\, March 7th from 7pm – 9pm. $10 cover or a 2 drink minimum. The Power of 10 Jazz Quartet brings a bold twist to the classics and the charts. A spin-off of the 10-piece band Power of 10\, the quartet delivers a unique blend of timeless jazz standards and modern pop songs all reimagined with a soulful jazz edge. Think Frank Sinatra meets Bruno Mars… Miles Davis with a touch of Harry Styles! The Power of 10 Jazz Quartet keeps things fresh\, familiar\, and totally unexpected.
URL:https://www.jazz88.fm/event/power-of-10-jazz-quartet-the-high-hat/
LOCATION:The High Hat\, 485 Selby Ave.\, St. Paul\, MN\, 55102\, United States
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ORGANIZER;CN="The High Hat":MAILTO:info@thehighhatmn@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260307T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260307T210000
DTSTAMP:20260126T205319Z
CREATED:20260126T205319Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260126T205319Z
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SUMMARY:Atlan at Dakota
DESCRIPTION:Altan is celebrating forty years on the road\, bringing their native music to world-renowned stages. They have played Carnegie Hall\, Sydney Opera House\, and Dublin’s National Concert Hall. They have also played the famous Glastonbury Festival\, Tradfest Temple Bar in Dublin\, and Festival Interceltique de Lorient in Brittany. \nBuilding on this history\, their latest album\, 2024’s Donegal\, has received widespread positive reviews. Altan has long been at the forefront of traditional Irish music. Here\, they blend the raw energy of their native Donegal-fiddle style with a rare\, melodic sensibility. The first-ever Irish traditional band signed to a major record label\, Boston Globe named them “The hottest group in the Celtic realm”. \nThe band’s original members are lead singer and fiddler Mairéad Ní Mhaonaigh\, Ciaran Curran on bouzouki\, and Mark Kelly on guitar. Then\, they are accompanied by accordion player Martin Tourish\, and their newest member\, fiddler and singer Clare Friel. \nAltan has shared their music and musicianship with The Chieftains\, Dolly Parton\, Ricky Skaggs\, John Prine\, and more. Embarking on their fifth decade\, their commitment to Donegal’s musical heritage ensures that it will endure for generations to come.
URL:https://www.jazz88.fm/event/atlan-at-dakota/
LOCATION:Dakota\, 1010 Nicollet Ave\, Minneapolis\, MN\, United States
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SUMMARY:Dizzy at Crooners
DESCRIPTION:An Evening of Jazz\, Fusion\, Comedy\nExperience the evolution of sound as dizzy brings their “new spin on classic jazz” to the legendary stage at Crooners Dunsmore Room. This high-energy performance pairs reimagined jazz standards with a set of brand-new songs and a fresh batch of quick-witted jokes. Expect an evening of sophisticated arrangements\, great vibes\, and the kind of intimate storytelling that only Dizzy can deliver. It’s a night designed to honor the history of jazz while pushing it vibrantly into the present. \nMark Johnson: Lead Vocals\, Guitar \nJohn Bertsch: Lead Saxophone \nJoe Elliott: Lead Guitar \nJason Craft: Piano\, B3 Organ \nAaron “Fabbs” Fabbrini: Bass Guitar \nTim Zhorne: Drums\, Musical Director \nWhile the individual members have spent years as first-call musicians for national tours and major recording projects\, they came together as Dizzy to merge their diverse backgrounds in Jazz\, R&B\, and Funk. Their collective history is defined by a shared mission: to honor the Great American Songbook while infusing it with sharp lyricism\, playful improvisation\, and a contemporary\, story-driven energy. Today\, the group is celebrated for their tight-knit chemistry\, high-level musicianship\, and the ability to turn a jazz set into a warm\, engaging experience filled with new songs and quick-witted storytelling.
URL:https://www.jazz88.fm/event/dizzy-at-crooners/
LOCATION:Crooners Supper Club\, 6161 State Hwy 65\, Fridley\, MN\, United States
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SUMMARY:Rondo Community Music Series Presents Elisha Phillip at Walker West
DESCRIPTION:The Rondo Community Music Series Presents Elisha Phillip \n\n\n\n\nJoin us for an evening with Elisha Phillip\, a dynamic musician\, producer\, and audio engineer bringing his distinctive sound to the Rondo Community Music Series. \nExperience the creative world of Minneapolis-based artist Elisha Phillip. Drawing inspiration from his musical family\, he began his journey playing drums in church and has since developed into a multi-talented force in today’s creative landscape. \nWith over a decade of experience in live sound\, production\, video editing\, and composing for film and music\, Elisha has cultivated a unique ability to create compelling musical experiences. His work is a testament to both his technical mastery and deep musicality\, showcasing a dynamic voice that is both innovative and resonant. \nDate: March 7th\, 2026 \nTime: 7-8 pm \nLocation: 650 Marshall\, Saint Paul\, MN 55104 \nTickets: Free \nDon’t miss this incredible performance. Get your tickets today and be part of the Rondo Community Music Series!
URL:https://www.jazz88.fm/event/rondo-community-music-series-presents-elisha-phillip-at-walker-west/
LOCATION:Walker|West Music Academy\, 760 Selby Ave\, Saint Paul\, MN\, United States
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SUMMARY:Red Planet (Dean Magraw\, Kavyesh Kavyraj\, Chris Bates\, Jay Epstein) at Crooners
DESCRIPTION:Red Planet has been lighting up the Twin Cities jazz scene since 2003 with their fearless blend of originals and bold reimaginings of Coltrane\, Monk\, and Hendrix. Featuring guitarist Dean Magraw\, bassist Chris Bates\, and drummer Jay Epstein\, the trio is known for its explosive creativity\, soulful interplay\, and a sound that stretches from deep grooves to other-worldly textures. Their recordings\, including “Space Dust” and the Down Beat–praised “Red Planet with Bill Carrothers\,” showcase the adventurous spirit that has made them one of Minnesota’s most dynamic ensembles.\nRed Planet is joined by its newest member\, pianist Kavyesh Kaviraj\, a brilliant young artist whose music bridges jazz\, gospel\, and global traditions. With his vibrant touch and inventive voice at the keys\, Kaviraj brings fresh energy and a new dimension to the band’s already cosmic sound. Together\, they promise an unforgettable evening of music that is as imaginative as it is electrifying. Visit Red Planet; https://www.redplanetjazz.com/
URL:https://www.jazz88.fm/event/red-planet-dean-magraw-kavyesh-kavyraj-chris-bates-jay-epstein-at-crooners/
LOCATION:Crooners Supper Club\, 6161 State Hwy 65\, Fridley\, MN\, United States
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SUMMARY:John Oates & The Good ROAD Band at Dakota
DESCRIPTION:John Oates is celebrating twenty-five years as an accomplished solo recording artist. John celebrated this milestone by releasing his newest project\, 2025’s self-titled album Oates. \nOates is a co-founder of the most successful duo in rock history\, Hall & Oates. Thus\, he is a member of the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame and The American Songwriters Hall of Fame. Also\, he received the prestigious BMI Icon Award as well as numerous American Music\, MTV awards and multiple Grammy nominations.  \nOates has been part of pop music history’s most iconic moments. For example\, he was part of the groundbreaking “We Are The World” charity session. Further\, Hall and Oates headlined the first Live Aid concert in Philadelphia. More recently\, John is very active with various philanthropic organizations such as Feeding America\, Movember\, Teen Cancer America and more. \nIn addition to having sold over 80 million albums as a former member of Hall & Oates\, he has recorded eight solo albums. He is currently touring the world with his Good Road Band and Acoustic Quartet performing his new original songs. Additionally\, they cover past hits as well as selections of influential music he calls “the songs that made me”. Here\, these are selected from the early days of rock\, soul\, folk and R&B.
URL:https://www.jazz88.fm/event/john-oates-the-good-road-band-at-dakota/2026-03-06/2/
LOCATION:Dakota\, 1010 Nicollet Ave\, Minneapolis\, MN\, United States
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