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SUMMARY:The Belfast Cowboys at Dakota
DESCRIPTION:“conjures up the spirit and the songs of Ireland’s greatest export” – Chicago Tribune\n  \nThe 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. \nRecommended for fans of Bruce Springsteen\, G.B. Leighton\, Tina and the B-Sides and Van Morrison.
URL:https://soundminnesota.com/event/the-belfast-cowboys-5/
LOCATION:The Dakota\, 1010 Nicollet Mall\, Minneapolis\, MN\, 55403\, United States
CATEGORIES:Americana,Live Music,Rock
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SUMMARY:Joyann Parker Band
DESCRIPTION:“dynamically emotional and goosebumps-inducing voice” – Jon Bream\, Star Tribune\n  \nJoyann Parker is a roots and soul singer-songwriter featuring powerhouse vocals and emotionally rich\, genre-blending sound. Moreover\, she has become one of the most compelling independent artists in today’s modern roots landscape. Here\, Parker pairs raw vocal authority with deeply human storytelling. Further\, she draws from blues\, gospel\, jazz\, R&B\, and vintage Americana\, with electrifying live performances and unwavering authenticity. Thus\, she has built a devoted fanbase through craft\, connection\, and emotional honesty. Her albums Out of the Dark (2021) and Roots (2023) both charted on the Billboard Blues chart. There\, this achievement is driven entirely by her fan community and is a defining milestone in her career. \nParker’s next chapter arrives with 2026’s Life Lines. Now\, the album represents a bold evolution in her artistry. Parker is inspired by the stories written across our lives\, memories\, and in the lines we carry as we age. Furthermore\, the album is rooted in a lived-in\, vintage aesthetic shaped by the sounds of the 1970s. For example\, Life Lines counts Tom Petty\, the Eagles\, Linda Ronstadt\, Van Morrison\, and Albert King as influences. \nBlending soul\, rock\, blues\, and Americana\, the record feels both timeless and immediate. “It’s a reminder that getting older is a gift\,” Parker says. “Every line has a story\, and I’m learning to wear mine with gratitude.” Additionally\, the album showcases some of Parker’s most emotionally honest songwriting to date. Standout tracks include “Think of Me\,” written to her children as a reflection on young motherhood\, healing\, and forgiveness. Also\, “Got Love\,” an uplifting anthem inspired by a close friend’s recovery journey. Anchored by up-tempo grooves\, rich harmonies\, and Parker’s unmistakably soulful voice\, Life Lines invites listeners to move\, reflect\, and feel deeply. \nRecommended for fans of Morgan James\, Shemekia Copeland\, Janiva Magness and Ruthie Foster.
URL:https://soundminnesota.com/event/joyann-parker-band/
LOCATION:MN
CATEGORIES:Americana,Blues,Live Music
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