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SUMMARY:Savion Glover Presents: Project 9
DESCRIPTION:“Savion is to tap what Charlie Parker is to jazz” – Herb Alpert\n  \nSavion Glover brings his revolutionary Project 9 back to the venue he premiered it at\, in October 2024! Glover combines live jazz music and percussive movement for an expressive celebration of sound. Here\, Glover acts as lead dancer and drummer! At this performance\, he’ll push the boundaries of dance\, taking you on an entertaining journey inspired by mythological and ancestral codes of sound. \nSavion Glover began as a prodigious student of the great Honi Coles and the late Gregory Hines. It was Hines who called him “possibly the best tap dancer that ever lived.” Glover has been boldly breaking new ground for over a quarter century. \nGlover was only eleven when he made his Broadway debut. There\, he played the title character in 1984’s The Tap Dance Kid. Then\, he received his first Tony nomination at fifteen for 1989’s Black and Blue. Also that year\, he appeared alongside Hines and Sammy Davis Jr. in Tap. \nBy the turn of the 1990s Glover was moving freely between stage and screen. He appeared in Hines’ PBS special Gregory Hines’ Tap Dance in America. Also\, he was featured in over forty episodes of the iconic children’s series Sesame Street. Furthermore\, he received a 1992 Drama Desk nomination for Jelly’s Last Jam on Broadway. \nGlover built on the momentum from this award-winning celebration of Jelly Roll Morton. Then\, he became a cultural phenomenon at twenty-three when he co-conceived and starred in the wildly successful 1996 musical Bring in ‘Da Noise/Bring in ‘Da Funk. This was a landmark production tracing the history of Black life in America through tap. The show earned Glover a Tony Award for Best Choreography. Bring in ‘Da Noise/Bring in ‘Da Funk ran for three years at Broadway’s historic Ambassador Theatre\, totaling 1\,130 performances. \nRecommended for fans of Gregory Hines\, John Coltrane\, Jimmy Slyde and Bunny Briggs.
URL:https://soundminnesota.com/event/savion-glover-presents-project-9-2/
CATEGORIES:Jazz,Live Music,Rock/Pop
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SUMMARY:Savion Glover Presents: Project 9
DESCRIPTION:“Savion is to tap what Charlie Parker is to jazz” – Herb Alpert\n  \nSavion Glover brings his revolutionary Project 9 back to the venue he premiered it at\, in October 2024! Glover combines live jazz music and percussive movement for an expressive celebration of sound. Here\, Glover acts as lead dancer and drummer! At this performance\, he’ll push the boundaries of dance\, taking you on an entertaining journey inspired by mythological and ancestral codes of sound. \nSavion Glover began as a prodigious student of the great Honi Coles and the late Gregory Hines. It was Hines who called him “possibly the best tap dancer that ever lived.” Glover has been boldly breaking new ground for over a quarter century. \nGlover was only eleven when he made his Broadway debut. There\, he played the title character in 1984’s The Tap Dance Kid. Then\, he received his first Tony nomination at fifteen for 1989’s Black and Blue. Also that year\, he appeared alongside Hines and Sammy Davis Jr. in Tap. \nBy the turn of the 1990s Glover was moving freely between stage and screen. He appeared in Hines’ PBS special Gregory Hines’ Tap Dance in America. Also\, he was featured in over forty episodes of the iconic children’s series Sesame Street. Furthermore\, he received a 1992 Drama Desk nomination for Jelly’s Last Jam on Broadway. \nGlover built on the momentum from this award-winning celebration of Jelly Roll Morton. Then\, he became a cultural phenomenon at twenty-three when he co-conceived and starred in the wildly successful 1996 musical Bring in ‘Da Noise/Bring in ‘Da Funk. This was a landmark production tracing the history of Black life in America through tap. The show earned Glover a Tony Award for Best Choreography. Bring in ‘Da Noise/Bring in ‘Da Funk ran for three years at Broadway’s historic Ambassador Theatre\, totaling 1\,130 performances. \nRecommended for fans of Gregory Hines\, John Coltrane\, Jimmy Slyde and Bunny Briggs.
URL:https://soundminnesota.com/event/savion-glover-presents-project-9/
CATEGORIES:Jazz,Live Music,Rock/Pop
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SUMMARY:Isaac Slade (Formerly of the Fray) at Dakota
DESCRIPTION:“A stew of angsty earnestness\, piano melancholy and anthemic melodies” – BBC\n\n\n\n  \n\n\n\nIsaac Slade is best known as the former frontman of the Grammy-nominated\, multi-platinum band The Fray. Here\, he steps back onto the stage after four years with his first-ever solo tour in 2026. The Songs I Know tour will take audiences through his emotionally resonant songwriting and the life journey that shaped his music. Slade’s performances bring listeners into his intimate\, cinematic vocal style. The show features formative songs and stories\, his genre-defining hits\, and the music that inspired him through the years. With new music releases on the horizon\, Slade will share his latest work. This will reflect a powerful evolution that invites listeners into something honest\, timeless\, and evocative. \n\n\n\nRecommended for fans of The Fray\, Coldplay\, John Mayer and Oasis. \n\n\n\n📸: Ross Bustin \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n  \n\n\n\n  \n\n\n\n 
URL:https://soundminnesota.com/event/isaac-slade-formerly-of-the-fray/
LOCATION:The Dakota\, 1010 Nicollet Mall\, Minneapolis\, MN\, 55403\, United States
CATEGORIES:Live Music,Rock/Pop
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SUMMARY:VIP Event: Isaac Slade (Formerly of the Fray)
DESCRIPTION:Isaac Slade (Formerly of The Fray) VIP Meet & Greet\nInvitation to pre-show experience with Isaac Slade\, including: \n· Pre-show Meet & Greet and Photo Opportunity with Isaac\n· Solo\, unplugged performance of one song\n· Commemorative VIP Laminate and Lanyard\, signed by Isaac\n· Early merchandise shopping opportunity before doors open to the public \nIMPORTANT: This is not a ticket to the show. \nYou must have a concert ticket in order to purchase this VIP Meet & Greet. \n\n“A stew of angsty earnestness\, piano melancholy and anthemic melodies” – BBC\n  \nIsaac Slade is best known as the former frontman of the Grammy-nominated\, multi-platinum band The Fray. Here\, he steps back onto the stage after four years with his first-ever solo tour in 2026. The Songs I Know tour will take audiences through his emotionally resonant songwriting and the life journey that shaped his music. Slade’s performances bring listeners into his intimate\, cinematic vocal style. The show features formative songs and stories\, his genre-defining hits\, and the music that inspired him through the years. With new music releases on the horizon\, Slade will share his latest work. This will reflect a powerful evolution that invites listeners into something honest\, timeless\, and evocative. \nRecommended for fans of The Fray\, Coldplay\, John Mayer and Oasis. \n📸: Ross Bustin
URL:https://soundminnesota.com/event/vip-event-isaac-slade-formerly-of-the-fray/
CATEGORIES:Live Music,Rock/Pop
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SUMMARY:Shaun Johnson – The Book of Bublé
DESCRIPTION:“his smooth vocals mirror that of a youthful Sinatra and a young Bublé” – The Indie Source\n  \nShaun Johnson believes great songs never go out of style. Further\, growing up in small-town Iowa\, he fell in love with the kind of music that makes you feel something. There\, he fell under the spell of the swing\, the soul\, the effortless cool. Now\, he’s bringing that sound to life in The Book of Bublé – a night of music that’s as smooth as it is electric. \nThus\, backed by a seven-piece band with full brass\, Shaun reimagines the hits that made Michael Bublé a global phenomenon. Here\, every song is delivered with bold new arrangements\, boundless energy\, and Shaun’s signature charm. Also\, hear songs like “Haven’t Met You Yet”\, “Everything”\, “Cry Me a River” and “Feeling Good”. \nHere\, in the Book of Bublé\, Shaun channels the fire of Sinatra\, the elegance of Ella\, and the raw energy of Jerry Lee Lewis. Moreover\, Johnson is backed by a seven-piece band and bold new orchestrations from Dean Sorenson. \nAdditionally\, this Emmy-winning performer and Billboard Top Five recording artist has performed over 4000 shows throughout the world. However\, the book of Bublé is something different. It’s a celebration of style\, connection\, and the kind of music that fills a room and lifts a heart.  \nHere\, this is not just a tribute. Furthermore\, it’s a night of stories\, of laughter\, and swing – a love letter to the soundtrack of our time. \nShaun Johnson\, vocals\nTheodore Brown\, piano\nDavid Stanoch\, percussion\nAaron Moe\, saxophone\nAidan Miland\, saxophone\nDave Stamps\, trombone\nGerard Ahlgren\, trumpet\nJeremy Boettcher\, bass \nRecommended for fans of Tonic Sol-fa\, The Manhattan Transfer\, Christian McBride Big Band and Rockapella.
URL:https://soundminnesota.com/event/shaun-johnson-the-book-of-buble/
CATEGORIES:Jazz,Live Music,Rock/Pop
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SUMMARY:Tina Schlieske Sextet at the Dakota
DESCRIPTION:“one of the most potent singers to ever come out of the Twin Cities.” – Star Tribune\n  \nTina Schlieske\, a Midwestern rock mainstay\, commands a dedicated and passionate following\, especially in her hometown of Minneapolis. She’s best known for fronting the band Tina and the B-Sides. Her inaugural jazz recording\, 2024’s The Good Life\, sees Schlieske embarking on a transformative jazz odyssey. Here\, this is her homage to the greats that have paved the way for voices like Tina’s to celebrate. Further\, she celebrates giants like Billie Holiday and Frank Sinatra. Much like the influential rockers she has emulated\, David Bowie\, Tina Turner\, Tina’s reverence for these giants shines through. \nA luminary in the Minneapolis rock and Americana music circuit\, Schlieske’s illustrious career spans over four decades. There\, she has garnered numerous accolades\, including a prestigious star adorning First Avenue’s legendary star wall. Also\, she is renowned for her impassioned vocal delivery and magnetic stage presence. Thus\, Schlieske’s pivot into the realm of jazz signifies a poignant milestone in her already illustrious career. Her transition into this new territory is a testament to her enduring artistic evolution and an exciting progression for her dedicated audience. \nSchlieske has long held an affinity for jazz\, but she left it unexplored until recent years. Here\, this stemmed from an unanticipated desire to delve into the allure of classic standards within the contemporary musical landscape. “There is a certain simplicity in these complicated songs\,” she reflects. “Singing jazz offers me the chance to push the boundaries of my vocal capabilities. It’s a whole new world compared to rock. Here\, the voice becomes another instrument. Maintaining the essence of the melody while infusing personal interpretation presents a thrilling challenge that I find truly exhilarating.” \nRecommended for fans of Indigo Girls\, Etta James\, Lucinda Williams and Melissa Etheridge.
URL:https://soundminnesota.com/event/tina-schlieske-sextet/
LOCATION:The Dakota\, 1010 Nicollet Mall\, Minneapolis\, MN\, 55403\, United States
CATEGORIES:Jazz,Live Music,Rock/Pop
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SUMMARY:JD Simo & Luther Dickinson: Do The Rump! Tour at Dakota
DESCRIPTION:“straight-up blues with a razor edge guitar slash.” – Americana Highways\n  \nTwo of the most electrifying forces in modern roots music converge! Luther Dickinson (North Mississippi Allstars\, The Black Crowes) joins JD Simo (Chris Isaak\, Jack White\, Beyoncé\, Baz Luhrmann’s Elvis). Here\, they unite as a soul-shaking trio with powerhouse drummer Adam Abrashoff. Their chemistry is deep\, their grooves are dirty\, and their shows are a masterclass in high-octane\, roots-infused blues.  \nLuther\, a four-time Grammy nominee\, is celebrating the twenty-fifth anniversary of North Mississippi Allstars and a brand-new album. Thus\, he is proving his commitment to pushing Hill Country blues forward. JD\, meanwhile\, has built a career on fearless reinvention. In addition to touring with Chris Isaak\, he’s a key creative on the upcoming Bruce Springsteen biopic Deliver Me from Nowhere. There\, he worked closely with both Bruce and director Scott Cooper\, supervised the music script\, and coached lead actor Jeremy Allen White (The Bear). Additionally\, he contributed heavily to the film’s score and soundtrack.  \nTheir collaborative album Do The Rump! has been making waves\, with lead single “Come On” hitting #1 on SiriusXM Bluesville. Furthermore\, the sound is raw\, hypnotic\, and thrillingly alive—equal parts Hill Country trance\, psych-soul\, and electrified jam.  \nThese trio shows are rare. The music is greasy. And this is your chance to feel it live. \nRecommended for fans of North Mississippi Allstars\, The Radiators\, R.L. Burnside and Anders Osborne.
URL:https://soundminnesota.com/event/jd-simo-luther-dickinson-do-the-rump-tour/
LOCATION:The Dakota\, 1010 Nicollet Mall\, Minneapolis\, MN\, 55403\, United States
CATEGORIES:Blues,Live Music,Rock/Pop
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SUMMARY:NUNNABOVE
DESCRIPTION:“Minneapolis’s latest and greatest” – The Current\n  \nNUNNABOVE has been called the “next generation of the Minneapolis sound”. Furthermore\, they were featured on season thirteen of America’s Got Talent. The Current calls them “Minneapolis’s latest and greatest.” Additionally\, producer Terry Lewis says\, “they have many years of music ahead of them”. Also\, Jon Bream (Star Tribune) says “they have oodles of talent and potential”. Sounds Of Blackness founder/leader Gary Hines raves about the group. “They are super-talented\, highly skilled and gifted musicians\, writers and performers with unique sound and style.” The band has shared the stage with Sounds of Blackness\, PJ Morton of Maroon 5\, Stokely\, and many others. \nNUNNABOVE is Cadence\, Mattie\, Bennett\, and Wisdom. Here\, these four siblings take their influences from funk\, jazz\, rock and neo-soul to generate their own sound and style. Also\, Their inspiration ranges from The Purple One to the Gloved One\, The 1975 to Chaka Khan. For these siblings\, family is life and the key to what they create musically. As featured artists at Prince’s Paisley Park Celebration in 2023\, they became one of the concert’s most memorable moments. Matthew Allen of The Grio writes\, “The Minneapolis Sound seems to be in good hands.” Chaka Khan\, who also attended the celebration\, heard the group and embraced them with praise when she met them. Then\, she invited them to open for her and Boys II Men two months later at the Minnesota State Fair. \nWith new music dropping in 2026\, this promises to be another great year for NUNNABOVE. Here\, expect several new releases and new shows for current and new fans alike! \nRecommended for fans of Prince\, The Time\, Alexander O’Neal and Lipps Inc.
URL:https://soundminnesota.com/event/nunnabove/
CATEGORIES:Live Music,Rock/Pop
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SUMMARY:Richard Bona
DESCRIPTION:“pure summer happiness… golden voice” – London Jazz News\n  \nGrammy winner Richard Bona is one of the most accomplished international bass players\, composers and multi-instrumentalists. With his unique sound and vocal gift he is continuously representing his African origins. Moreover\, Bona’s music addresses the continent’s traditions\, culture\, beauty and issues. His purpose\, and Bona’s connection with his audience has turned him into a staple name in world\, jazz and Afropop music. \nHe currently produces and records for Latin and Brazilian artists in pop\, Brazilian songbook\, Flamenco and Caribbean music. \nRichard Bona has toured\, composed\, recorded\, and created musical forms of art with the greatest. He’s worked with Herbie Hancock\, Harry Belafonte\, Steps Ahead\, Quincy Jones\, Chick Corea\, Buena Vista Social Club and Cesária Évora. Also\, Sting\, Mike Stern\, Pat Metheny\, Stevie Wonder\, Bobby McFerrin\, Chucho Valdés\, George Benson\, Oumou Sangaré and more. Thus\, he has many diverse notable collaborations to his credit. Richard has also taught Jazz Improvisation at NYU and is constantly teaching and mentoring young talents throughout the world. Furthermore\, he’s also a TED speaker and ambassador for various non-profit projects. \nHe is highly involved in developing better music business practices and ethics. He has a Signature Series collaboration with Italian-based MARKBASS. This has positioned him as one of the most creative and best-selling bass amp and bass guitar manufacturers in the world. \nBona is constantly touring around the world and exploring new musical directions. Further\, Richard continues to redefine his sound\, while still performing live. He’s currently working on new Afrobeat\, Afropop\, Latin and Flamenco projects throughout Europe\, the US and Latin America. \nRecommended for fans of Stanley Clarke\, Joe Zawinul\, Trilok Gurtu and Dobet Gnahore.
URL:https://soundminnesota.com/event/richard-bona/
CATEGORIES:Global,Live Music,Rock/Pop
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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/
LOCATION:The Dakota\, 1010 Nicollet Mall\, Minneapolis\, MN\, 55403\, United States
CATEGORIES:Americana,Live Music,Rock/Pop
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SUMMARY:Los Lobos
DESCRIPTION:“one of the hottest live acts on the planet” – BBC\n  \nIt’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.” \nRecommended for fans of Alejandro Escovedo\, Roy Orbison\, Ritchie Valens and Elvis Presley. \nThese tickets do not qualify for the A-Train discount.
URL:https://soundminnesota.com/event/los-lobos/
CATEGORIES:Jazz,Live Music,R&B/Soul,Rock/Pop
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SUMMARY:John Oates & The Good Road Band at Dakota
DESCRIPTION:“engaging\, unpretentious voice… sincere and modestly virtuosic” – Acoustic Guitar\n  \nJohn 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. \nRecommended for fans of Hall & Oates\, Boz Scaggs\, Bruce Hornsby and Jeff Lynne. \n📸: Jason Lee Denton
URL:https://soundminnesota.com/event/john-oates-the-good-road-band-2/
LOCATION:The Dakota\, 1010 Nicollet Mall\, Minneapolis\, MN\, 55403\, United States
CATEGORIES:Americana,Live Music,R&B/Soul,Rock/Pop
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SUMMARY:John Oates & The Good Road Band at Dakota
DESCRIPTION:“engaging\, unpretentious voice… sincere and modestly virtuosic” – Acoustic Guitar\n  \nJohn 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. \nRecommended for fans of Hall & Oates\, Boz Scaggs\, Bruce Hornsby and Jeff Lynne. \n📸: Jason Lee Denton
URL:https://soundminnesota.com/event/john-oates-the-good-road-band/
LOCATION:The Dakota\, 1010 Nicollet Mall\, Minneapolis\, MN\, 55403\, United States
CATEGORIES:Americana,Live Music,R&B/Soul,Rock/Pop
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