Minnesota Blues legend James Samuel “Cornbread” Harris at 98 years of age, performs at the High Hat. A specially curated version of his band, Cornbread Harris and Friends, will feature Jayanthi Kyle on vocals with John Penny on guitar, Scott Soule on Bass, and Sam Brooks on Tenor Saxophone. Look forward to another memorable evening...Read More
National blues-rock sensation Corey Stevens and his band are coming to Blaine’s Brookhall Event Center! Iconic guitarist and vocalist behind hits like “Blue Drops of Rain” and “One More Time”. Venue: Brookhall Event Center 11930 Central Ave NE Blaine MN 55434 Tickets: $40 – Get yours now at https://www.zeffy.com/en-US/ticketing/corey-stevens-with-java-soul-presented-by-reiser-relief–2026.Read More
Music lovers, experience the joy of fall colors and fantastic local live music at this all-ages friendly, FREE music in the park event! 5th Annual “Highland Park Harmonies” Free Neighborhood Musical Event with 4 local bands, Kabomelette food truck and a food collection for Open Hands Midway food shelf. This year’s band line-up: 12:00-1:00 Boots...Read More
Jazz88’s Peter Solomon spoke with singer Madeleine Peyroux about her latest album, 2024’s Let’s Walk. The album focuses entirely on original music–songs that address issues of social justice, life, and love. Peyroux will perform in a double billing with blues and soul singer Bettye LaVette on Thursday, March 20th and Friday, March 21 at the...Read More
Jazz88’s Peter Solomon had a chance to talk with legendary blues and soul singer Bettye LaVette about her development as an artist and how she learned to use her voice to make a song her own. LaVette is appearing at The Parkway Theater in a double billing with jazz singer/songwriter Madeleine Peyroux on Thursday, March...Read More
Today is Meshell Ndegeocello’s birthday. Born on August 29, 1968, she is a singer-songwriter, poet, and bassist. Her influences are far reaching and include funk, soul, jazz, hip hop, reggae and rock. I am happy to celebrate this avant-garde musician. I was introduced to Meshell Ndegeocello through her album, Bitter. I was a college freshman...Read More
Joyann Parker is all in for the blues and for weighted blankets. As she travels the road as a celebrated blues musician she has been amassing a fan base across the Midwest and beyond. Check out the conversation to find out all about Joyann Parker’s 2023 album Roots, her holiday show at KJ’s Hideaway and...Read More
