Summer of the Arts

Soul Sherpa
2022-06-11 18:30 - 21:30 (America/Chicago) | Northside Market Place, Market Street, Linn Street, Iowa City, IA, 52240, United States
About: Soul Sherpa is a Nu-Soul/Funk musical collective ranging from 5-10 members. Nu-Soul is a genre that began in the East Coast and is now sweeping across the nation. Like the movement of Nu-Jazz, Nu-Soul is a blend of styles that is deeply rooted in Soul instead of Jazz. This bass driven style uses elements of Funk, R&B, Pop, and Hip-Hop to form a unique sound that is not only pleasing to the ear, but also the soul. Some popular Nu-Soul artists include Anderson Paak, Allen Stone, Alicia Keys, Bilal, The Roots, and many more emerging artists. Soul Sherpa is the Midwest’s premiere Nu-Soul band. From the groove pumping rhythm section, to a four-piece sizzling horn section, Soul Sherpa combines genres, creating an unforgettable musical experience.

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Web: https://www.soulsherpaband.com/
Other links: https://www.facebook.com/soulsherpaband/
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=K6WOIwfG5fs

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Winterland
2022-06-18 18:30 - 21:30
About: Specializing in the Grateful Dead’s catalog and sound from 1969 through the late 1970s, Winterland pulls you back in time to a place where the Dead’s rhythm and blues, folk and country roots were still deeply embedded in their music even as they explored the wild and experimental outer reaches of psychedelic rock. More importantly, though, Winterland channels the music of the Grateful Dead with uncanny authenticity, a sublime fidelity to the Dead’s musicianship, tonality and, in particular, emotional relationship with the audience. Walk into any given Winterland show and witness firsthand: every face is radiant, reflecting the elation of sharing — with the band and with each other — the pure, innovative, beautifully complex music of the Dead. This interconnectedness, which breaks down the barriers between people and music and allows everyone to become collaborators in an elusive web of fleeting, living art, represents an essential unity of musical experience. In other words, what Winterland has attained has proven to be a microcosm of the feat that the Grateful Dead of the late ‘60s to the late ‘70s achieved and escalated to a full-fledged cultural phenomenon. It is a thing of subtle and wily magic, not to be missed.

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Other links: https://www.facebook.com/winterland73/

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Slim Chance and the Can't Hardly Playboys AND Dave Zollo & the Body Electric
2022-07-16 18:30 - 21:30
About: Slim Chance has been writing hit songs since before hit songs were even a thing. He’s written solid country gold hits since before the Carter Family and he has gotten no recognition, and more importantly, NO MONEY for his significant contributions to country music. Slim has rustled together his all-star band, The Can’t Hardly Playboys, to tour this country one more time to finally get the credit he so richly deserves, and maybe make a little scratch while he’s at it. Come on out to see the legend himself performing songs that were stolen from him by Waylon Jennings, Johnny Cash, George Jones, Jerry Reed and many more folks who lived their lives fat and happy off of his talent.

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Other links: https://www.facebook.com/slimchanceandthecanthardlyplayboys

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About: Since bursting onto the midwestern music scene with the band High and Lonesome in 1992, David Zollo has had a busy career. Along with constant touring, in the U.S and Europe, with High and Lonesome (1992-1998) and his current band, The Body Electric (1998-present) Zollo has recorded 7 records of his own material. Despite the many things Zollo has done during his career, it is as a live performer that many feel he’s at his best.

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Web: http://www.davezollo.com/
Other links: https://www.facebook.com/david.zollo/
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=bBWcDyxS4LM

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The Sons of Zebedee Doodah AND Wave Cage
2022-07-30 18:30 - 21:30
About: In response to a demand for “Roaring ‘20s” themed party music, The Sons of Zebedee DooDah was formed in January 2020 with a mission to revitalize the music of the Prohibition era. Specializing in swing dance tempos, the sextet has performed for numerous “speakeasy” type parties, galas, and even jazz church services. Temporarily forced into hiatus by a worldwide pandemic, the band is back with a vengeance and ready to bring the swing to your event.
Horn players Lynne Hart (clarinet, saxophone), Manny Lopez (trumpet), and Peter Hart (bass saxophone, tenor saxophone) have been playing together in various configurations for more
than 20 years, as members of the Manny Lopez Big Band. Together they have backed up jazz luminaries including Louie Bellson, Clark Terry, Buddy DeFranco, and many legends of the Motown era, including The Temptations and The Supremes, James Ingram, Roberta Flack, and numerous others.
Rhythm section members Corey Kendrick, (piano), Dan Jacobi (drums), Ron Wilson (bass), laydown the festive groove for your listening and dancing enjoyment.

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About: Wave Cage combines jazz composition, atmospheric synths, and driving beats to create their own blend of electrified, synth-heavy jazz fusion. Jazz Weekly pronounced them “Soulful space cadets”, while the River Cities’ Reader described their sound as “evoking the smooth melodies and diverse textures of early Weather Report; the ambitious, everything-but-the-kitchen-sink arrangements of groups such as Jaga Jazzist; and the more genre-agnostic trip-hop beat decisions of such projects as Thievery Corporation and Zero 7.

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Other links: https://www.facebook.com/wavecageband
https://www.instagram.com/wavecageband
https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCHon_JcGDBMm3M6i3c7mkLQ

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Johnny Kilowatt Band
2022-08-13 18:30 - 21:30
About: Johnny Kilowatt is Jon Klinkowitz (guitar, vocals), a 30-year veteran of the Iowa City music scene. He was a founding member of the Blues Instigators featuring Kevin Burt, held down the guitar chair with Patrick Hazell and Mother Blues (Iowa Rock ‘N Roll Hall of Fame inductee) for 10 years and ran Iowa City’s Monday Night Blues Jam for about 15 years at various venues. The Johnny Kilowatt Band has been playing electric blues since 1997, appearing at many regional music festivals including several appearances throughout Eastern Iowa. Joining Klinkowitz will be the all-star lineup of Saul Lubaroff (sax), Bill Peterson (keyboards), Tim Crumley (drums) and Ed English (bass).

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Other links: https://www.facebook.com/JohnnyKilowattBand/
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=i2HuTHAouxI

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Dandelion Stompers
2022-08-20 18:30 - 21:30
About: For more than a decade, the Dandelion Stompers have brought savory horns, spicy vocals and red hot rhythms to eastern Iowa. With their second album under their belt they are ready for ten more years of singing, dancing, and stomping!
Lineup: Chris Clark-bar sax; Tim Crumley-percussion; Katie Greenstein-tpt; Brandi Janssen-bass; Marc Janssen-gtr; Katie Roche-voc; Suzanne Smith-cl; Devin van Holsteijn-alto sax

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Web: https://dandelionstompers.com/
Other links: https://www.facebook.com/dandelionstompers/
https://www.instagram.com/dandelionstompers

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Uniphonics
2023-05-27 18:30 - 21:00
Sponsored by Tru Art Color Graphics

About: Since forming in Iowa City in 2007, The Uniphonics performed in 15 states, played at notable festivals, and opened for platinum selling artists. They’ve released 3 albums: Truth Be Told (2009), Crawl (2010), and The Uniphonics (2020). “Crawl” and “The Uniphonics” featured collaborations with internationally known artists, including Grammy Award winning jazz legend Robin Eubanks, Twin Cities vocal phenom Heatbox, and Iowa guitar legend Dennis “Daddy-O” McMurrin.
Their sound combines hip hop, funk, soul, jazz, reggae, and latin. They’ve been described as “taking the jam-band approach to hip hop,” with virtuosic live band instrumentation and improvisation.
The Uniphonics are a who’s who of the Eastern Iowa music scene. The band shares members with other regional and national acts, including Diplomats of Solid Sound, The Channel Cats, Plastic Relations, The Swampland Jewels, Jumbies, and dozens more.
The Uniphonics are: Forrest Heusinkveld: Drums, Vocals, Bethann Heidgerken: Vocals, Craig Heidgerken: Guitar, Derek Thorn (aka MC Animosity): Vocals, Nassor Cooper: Vocals, Eddie McKinley: Saxophone, Ryan Casteel: Bass

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Web: http://www.theuniphonics.com/
Other links: www.facebook.com/theuniphonics
www.instagram.com/theuniphonics

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RESCHEDULED: Marc Janssen & the Locals
2023-07-15 18:30 - 21:00
Sponsored by Northside Businesses

About: Marc Janssen is a singer, songwriter, and multi-instrumentalist from rural Johnson County, IA. Growing up in a Midwestern small town, Janssen observed firsthand the balancing act of hard work and hard luck. He writes songs about everyday life. Marc Janssen & the Locals play Janssen’s original music in a country and Americana style. Band members Marc Janssen (vocal, guitar, fiddle), Matt Bernemann (drums), Patrick Bloom (bass, vocal), Randall Davis (guitar, pedal steel) are all in-demand veterans of the Iowa music scene. Janssen has been active in the Midwest traditional music scene since arriving in Iowa City in 2007. Performing on fiddle, mandolin, guitar, steel guitar, and banjo, he regularly plays with multiple groups across multiple genres, including old-time, bluegrass, country, jazz, folk, and rock. He has taught traditional music on multiple instruments locally, regionally, and nationally since 2010. Janssen is currently working on his first album of original material, expected to be released summer 2023.

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Slim Chance & the Can't Hardly Play Boys
2023-07-29 18:30 - 21:00
Sponsored by Northside Businesses

About: Slim Chance has been writing hit songs since before hit songs were even a thing. He’s written solid country gold hits since before the Carter Family and he has gotten no recognition, and more importantly, NO MONEY for his significant contributions to country music. Slim has rustled together his all-star band, The Can’t Hardly Playboys, to tour this country one more time to finally get the credit he so richly deserves, and maybe make a little scratch while he’s at it. Come on out to see the legend himself performing songs that were stolen from him by Waylon Jennings, Johnny Cash, George Jones, Jerry Reed and many more folks who lived their lives fat and happy off of his talent.

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Other links: https://www.facebook.com/slimchanceandthecanthardlyplayboys

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Natty Nation
2023-08-26 18:30 - 21:00
Sponsored by Northside Businesses

About: For three decades, Natty Nation has been a cornerstone of the Midwest reggae music scene, spreading messages of unity, love, and social justice through their powerful sound and unwavering commitment to their roots. Formed in 1995 in Madison, Wisconsin, Natty Nation has become a beloved force in the global reggae community, blending traditional roots reggae with elements of dub, rock, and hip-hop to create a signature style that resonates with audiences worldwide.
Led by the charismatic and visionary frontman JAH Boogie, Natty Nation has consistently used their music as a platform for activism and empowerment. Their lyrics, infused with conscious themes and spiritual depth, reflect their dedication to uplifting humanity and addressing the challenges of our time. Over the years, the band has released a string of critically acclaimed albums, including “The Journey Has Just Begun…” (1996) and “Divine Spark” (2016), each showcasing their evolution as artists and their ability to stay true to the heart of reggae while pushing creative boundaries.

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Web: https://www.nattynation.com/
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We Funk
2023-09-30 18:30 - 21:00
Sponsored by Northside Businesses

About: We Funk is a collective of local musicians and performers dedicated to the preservation of the motion of hips. Originally conceived in Iowa City, circa 2010, We funk has been reborn with a mission to connect you to the mothership. From the early 70’s to the now, We funk brings forth to you, the music of Parliament-Funkadelic, George Clinton, Bootsy Collins, Gary Sheider, Eddie Hazel and more from the “Funk Mob”. With a full Horn section, array of different singers, and about three rhythm sections, We Funk is definitely composed of this generation’s clones of Dr. Funkenstien. Have you experienced any missing funk? We funk has been sighted at several Eastern Iowa events and venues in the past. You may have not identified it at the time, but we can confirm multiple Camp Euforia, Gabes and Wildwood experiences from fans. We believe. We want you to believe.
We Funk consists of many musicians and incarnations. The full ship complement is as follows:
Derek Thorn
Ryan Casteel
Ben Soltau
Brett Messenger
Saul Lubaroff
Eddie Mckinnely
Bethann Heidgerken
Craig Heidgerken
Meghan Mcdonough
Brian Cooper
Katie Robins
Creighton Gaynor
Bill Peterson
Manuel Lopez III
Dante Ware

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