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SUMMARY:Sounds of Support for CASA
DESCRIPTION:Sounds of Support for CASA\nA family-friendly benefit concert for CASA Guadalupe Multicultural Center Inc.\nSponsored by the Democratic Party of Washington County\, in Collaboration with Grassroots Germantown. \nFeaturing Soulercoaster and Rick’n Dave \nSoulercoaster is a versatile Feel-Good Funk band out of Milwaukee\, Wisconsin\, composed of members of various backgrounds\, ages\, and playing experiences. Featuring a powerful horn section\, grooving rhythm and soaring vocals\, Soulercoaster brings a mix of musical styles that pulls you to your feet and keeps you coming back for more. \nRick n’ Dave perform a VARIETY of nostalgic hits\, ranging from Rat Pack to Everly Brothers\, Eagles\, Beatles\, show-tunes and a little country.
URL:https://thebendwi.org/event/sounds-of-support-for-casa/
CATEGORIES:Featured,Live Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260620T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260620T220000
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SUMMARY:Ty Herndon
DESCRIPTION:Ty Herndon has lived a life and career of extreme highs and lows and celebrates a critical milestone in country music as his record-breaking debut single “What Mattered Most” turns thirty in 2025. Between 1995 and 2002\, Herndon charted 17 singles\, including his three number ones and seventeen top 10 hits\, such as “I Want My Goodbye Back\,” “Loved Too Much\,” “A Man Holdin’ On (To a Woman Lettin’ Go)” and “Hands of a Working Man.” He topped the charts in 1996 with the single “Living in a Moment” and again in 1998 with “It Must Be Love.” \nHerndon burst onto the country music scene and made his chart debut in 1995 with “What Mattered Most\,” which became his first No. 1 song and garnered a Song of the Year award (Music Row Magazine). It was also the title track to his first album\, which debuted on the Billboard Top Country Albums chart and had the biggest first-week shipment in the history of Epic Records Nashville. \nBetween 1995 and 2002\, Herndon charted 17 singles\, including his three No.1s and numerous top 10 hits\, such as “I Want My Goodbye Back\,” “Loved Too Much\,” “A Man Holding On\,” and “Hands of a Working Man.” He topped the charts in 1996 with the single “Living in a Moment” and again in 1998 with “It Must Be Love.” \nGrammy-nominated and Dove Award winning\, Ty’s voice is stronger than it’s ever been\, and he’s using it to make a difference. \nPlease note all ticket sales are final.\nPlease have your tickets ready upon arrival.
URL:https://thebendwi.org/event/ty-herndon/
CATEGORIES:Featured,Live Events
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CREATED:20260416T190907Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260604T190618Z
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SUMMARY:1776 The Musical - Presented by Musical Masquers - July 3 - 7pm
DESCRIPTION:July 3rd – 7pm\nIn 1962\, the first show Musical Masquers produced was “The Pajama Game” to the delight of the area community. Now\, Years later\, Musical Masquers\, Inc. carries on a proud tradition\, and the tagline as “West Bend’s Longest Running Community Theater.” Each year\, Musical Masquers\, Inc. has produced at least one mainstage production. This July\, they bring the Musical “1776” to the stage right here at The Bend Theater for six performances! \nJuly 3\, 10 & 11 performances at 7pm\nJuly 4\, 5 & 12 performances at 2pm \nThe musical 1776 dramatizes the impassioned\, often comical\, and heavily debated effort by the Second Continental Congress to draft and sign the Declaration of Independence. \nPlease note all ticket sales are final.
URL:https://thebendwi.org/event/1776-the-musical-presented-by-musical-masquers-july3/
CATEGORIES:Live Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260704T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260704T160000
DTSTAMP:20260614T044552
CREATED:20260417T014908Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260604T190705Z
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SUMMARY:1776 The Musical - Presented by Musical Masquers - July 4 - 2pm
DESCRIPTION:July 4th – 2pm\nIn 1962\, the first show Musical Masquers produced was “The Pajama Game” to the delight of the area community. Now\, Years later\, Musical Masquers\, Inc. carries on a proud tradition\, and the tagline as “West Bend’s Longest Running Community Theater.” Each year\, Musical Masquers\, Inc. has produced at least one mainstage production. This July\, they bring the Musical “1776” to the stage right here at The Bend Theater for six performances! \nJuly 3\, 10 & 11 performances at 7pm\nJuly 4\, 5 & 12 performances at 2pm \nThe musical 1776 dramatizes the impassioned\, often comical\, and heavily debated effort by the Second Continental Congress to draft and sign the Declaration of Independence. \nPlease note all ticket sales are final.
URL:https://thebendwi.org/event/1776-the-musical-presented-by-musical-masquers-july4/
CATEGORIES:Live Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260705T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260705T160000
DTSTAMP:20260614T044552
CREATED:20260417T015151Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260604T190724Z
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SUMMARY:1776 The Musical - Presented by Musical Masquers - July 5 - 2pm
DESCRIPTION:July 5th – 2pm\nIn 1962\, the first show Musical Masquers produced was “The Pajama Game” to the delight of the area community. Now\, Years later\, Musical Masquers\, Inc. carries on a proud tradition\, and the tagline as “West Bend’s Longest Running Community Theater.” Each year\, Musical Masquers\, Inc. has produced at least one mainstage production. This July\, they bring the Musical “1776” to the stage right here at The Bend Theater for six performances! \nJuly 3\, 10 & 11 performances at 7pm\nJuly 4\, 5 & 12 performances at 2pm \nThe musical 1776 dramatizes the impassioned\, often comical\, and heavily debated effort by the Second Continental Congress to draft and sign the Declaration of Independence. \nPlease note all ticket sales are final.
URL:https://thebendwi.org/event/1776-the-musical-presented-by-musical-masquers-july5/
CATEGORIES:Live Events
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SUMMARY:1776 The Musical - Presented by Musical Masquers - July 10 - 7pm
DESCRIPTION:July 10th – 7pm\nIn 1962\, the first show Musical Masquers produced was “The Pajama Game” to the delight of the area community. Now\, Years later\, Musical Masquers\, Inc. carries on a proud tradition\, and the tagline as “West Bend’s Longest Running Community Theater.” Each year\, Musical Masquers\, Inc. has produced at least one mainstage production. This July\, they bring the Musical “1776” to the stage right here at The Bend Theater for six performances! \nJuly 3\, 10 & 11 performances at 7pm\nJuly 4\, 5 & 12 performances at 2pm \nThe musical 1776 dramatizes the impassioned\, often comical\, and heavily debated effort by the Second Continental Congress to draft and sign the Declaration of Independence. \nPlease note all ticket sales are final.
URL:https://thebendwi.org/event/1776-the-musical-presented-by-musical-masquers-july10/
CATEGORIES:Live Events
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SUMMARY:1776 The Musical - Presented by Musical Masquers - July 11 - 7pm
DESCRIPTION:July 11th – 7pm\nIn 1962\, the first show Musical Masquers produced was “The Pajama Game” to the delight of the area community. Now\, Years later\, Musical Masquers\, Inc. carries on a proud tradition\, and the tagline as “West Bend’s Longest Running Community Theater.” Each year\, Musical Masquers\, Inc. has produced at least one mainstage production. This July\, they bring the Musical “1776” to the stage right here at The Bend Theater for six performances! \nJuly 3\, 10 & 11 performances at 7pm\nJuly 4\, 5 & 12 performances at 2pm \nThe musical 1776 dramatizes the impassioned\, often comical\, and heavily debated effort by the Second Continental Congress to draft and sign the Declaration of Independence. \nPlease note all ticket sales are final.
URL:https://thebendwi.org/event/1776-the-musical-presented-by-musical-masquers-july11/
CATEGORIES:Live Events
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DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260712T160000
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CREATED:20260421T204318Z
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SUMMARY:1776 The Musical - Presented by Musical Masquers - July 12 - 2pm
DESCRIPTION:July 12th – 2pm\nIn 1962\, the first show Musical Masquers produced was “The Pajama Game” to the delight of the area community. Now\, Years later\, Musical Masquers\, Inc. carries on a proud tradition\, and the tagline as “West Bend’s Longest Running Community Theater.” Each year\, Musical Masquers\, Inc. has produced at least one mainstage production. This July\, they bring the Musical “1776” to the stage right here at The Bend Theater for six performances! \nJuly 3\, 10 & 11 performances at 7pm\nJuly 4\, 5 & 12 performances at 2pm \nThe musical 1776 dramatizes the impassioned\, often comical\, and heavily debated effort by the Second Continental Congress to draft and sign the Declaration of Independence. \nPlease note all ticket sales are final.
URL:https://thebendwi.org/event/1776-the-musical-presented-by-musical-masquers-july12/
CATEGORIES:Featured,Live Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260715T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260715T220000
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SUMMARY:Electric Avenue - The 80s MTV Experience
DESCRIPTION:An Electric Avenue show is a high energy space that reminds people of a time when they came home from school\, put a record on\, and listened with open ears and an open heart; conjuring first dates\, first cars\, prom nights\, weekend movies\, and meeting friends at the mall\, while finding a sense of fashion and an identity all their own. At an EA show\, 80’s music is as alive and well today as it has ever been. \nIf authenticity is your thing\, Electric Avenue meticulously and painstakingly recreates every nuance and flavor of your favorite 80’s songs. Delving into their personal stash of vintage synthesizers and rare signal processors\, an Electric Avenue show is a true labor of love. In fact\, Electric Avenue’s sound is so close to that of the original artists that in 2019 Warner Music issued a cease-and-desist for using original artists recordings on their social channels. After hearing the complete live recording of Electric Avenue’s performance\, Warner Music issued an apology to the band. \nElectric Avenue has sailed the high seas with the The Walking Dead Cast\, Kid Rock\, The Impractical Jokers\, Joey Fatone\, and Pitbull. In 2019\, EA was hand-picked and flown to Asbury Park\, NJ to provide the soundtrack for the red carpet launch of the Bruce Springsteen\, Gurinder Chadha (Bend it Like Beckham)\, New Line Entertainment 80’s-centric film\, Blinded By The Light. They have had the privilege of being direct support for 80’s legend Pat Benatar\, and have been joined on stage by\, among others\, members of Toto\, Player\, Talk Talk\, and Little River Band. \nAs artists\, the musicians in Electric Avenue have had a hand in the sale of over 15 million albums worldwide. \nIf namedropping is your thing\, you may have seen or heard these guys with: Lionel Richie\, Paul Simon\, Idina Menzel\, Daniel Lanois (producer for U2\, Peter Gabriel)\, Brian Blade\, Emmy Lou Harris\, B-52s\, Little River Band\, Michael Malarkey (Vampire Diaries)\, Zac Brown Band\, Player\, RENT (our singer played Roger Davis from 2001-2004)\, Paula Cole\, Tracy Chapman\, Bobby Kimball (Toto) Kristian Bush (Sugarland)\, Shanice\, Edwin McCain\, Robbie Dupree\, Rita Wilson\, Lindsay Ell\, Boston\, Collective Soul\, Mother’s Finest\, Sister Hazel\, Yanni\, Boyz II Men\, and more. \nEvery sound. Every nuance. Every time. \nPlease note all ticket sales are final.\nPlease have your tickets ready upon arrival.
URL:https://thebendwi.org/event/electric-avenue-the-80s-mtv-experience/
CATEGORIES:Featured,Live Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260717T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260717T220000
DTSTAMP:20260614T044552
CREATED:20260413T181718Z
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SUMMARY:Dustbowl Revival
DESCRIPTION:Dustbowl Revival is a testament to building a fanbase and their own sound the old-fashioned way\, with hard work and deeply moving songs that stick to your bones when you leave the concert. There’s a reason they continue to get written up in Rolling Stone and Billboard and get played on AAA radio 16 years after they set sail. \nAfter releasing seven acclaimed albums starting in 2008\, including their beloved live record With A Lampshade On (2015) recorded mostly at their LA homebase the famed Troubadour\, and their charting self-titled record (2017) produced by Grammy-winner Ted Hutt (Flogging Molly\, Old Crow Medicine Show)\, perhaps their magnum opus is 2020’s deeply personal Is It You\, Is It Me – produced by Sam Kassirer (Lake Street Dive\, Josh Ritter). It showcases their penchant for orchestral brass and intricate string work with politically-charged story-songs that unfold like mini-movies. It’s not surprising that Z. Lupetin was an award-winning playwright and moved to LA from Chicago to be a screenwriter before music took the reins. “Get Rid Of You”\, an ode to the courageous kids in Parkland\, FL who stood up to demand common-sense control laws be passed is a heart-wrenching staple of each show and “Get Right” – a new stomp blues that will be a part of their upcoming 2025 record\, confronts the vigilante justice that exists throughout our country head on. Their newest single “The Truth” dares to take on the overturning of Roe V. Wade by the Supreme Court. \n“Maybe we don’t know where this journey will take us or how long it will last\,” acknowledges Lupetin\, “That’s my take on the importance of what we try to do. Music elevates us\, lifts us up\, makes us change our minds\, takes us out of our comfort zones. If just one person can be moved by just one song\, that’s enough.” \nHundreds of FREE parking spots and great restaurants lining Main Street! Please note all ticket sales are final. Please have ticket ready upon arrival.\nDisclaimer: Dancing is permitted during all shows at The Bend Theater. By attending\, you acknowledge that audience members may stand\, move\, and dance during performances. Enjoy the music and embrace the energy!
URL:https://thebendwi.org/event/dustbowl-revival/
CATEGORIES:Live Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260729T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260729T220000
DTSTAMP:20260614T044552
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SUMMARY:Hips Don't Lie - A Tribute to Shakira
DESCRIPTION:Angela Puerta is a seven-time MAMA Award winner\, Wisconsin’s Most Influential Latino Leader 2024\, and Best of Madison Latin Artist (2019 & 2020). A Colombian-born singer-songwriter and guitarist based in Madison\, Wisconsin\, Angela blends her deep Latin American roots with global influences to create an eclectic musical style she calls Latin Rock. Her sound draws from Alternative Rock\, Rock en Español\, Pop\, Reggae\, and a rich variety of Colombian and Latin American rhythms\, including bambuco\, merengue\, and bolero. \nAngela cites Shakira\, Soda Stereo\, Alanis Morissette\, Janis Joplin\, and Celia Cruz among her biggest inspirations\, and her live performances are known for their energy\, emotion\, and cultural pride. \nThe choreography. The percussion. The hits.\nHips Don’t Lie: A Tribute to Shakira is delivering an entire night of live Shakira favorites – “Whenever\, Wherever\,” “Waka Waka\,” and more – on our historic downtown West Bend stage.\n\nStart planning your night out and reserve your seats while the best ones are still available.\nPlease note all ticket sales are final.\nPlease have your ticket ready upon arrival. \n————————————————————————————————————- \nAngela Puerta es ganadora en siete ocasiones del premio MAMA\, reconocida como la líder latina más influyente de Wisconsin 2024\, y ganadora de Best of Madison como artista latina (2019 y 2020). Cantautora y guitarrista nacida en Colombia y radicada en Madison\, Wisconsin\, Angela fusiona sus profundas raíces latinoamericanas con influencias globales para crear un estilo musical ecléctico que ella denomina Rock Latino. \nSu sonido incorpora elementos de rock alternativo\, rock en español\, pop\, reggae y una rica variedad de ritmos colombianos y latinoamericanos\, incluyendo bambuco\, merengue y bolero. \nAngela menciona a Shakira\, Soda Stereo\, Alanis Morissette\, Janis Joplin y Celia Cruz entre sus mayores influencias\, y sus presentaciones en vivo son conocidas por su energía\, emoción y orgullo cultural. \nLa coreografía. La percusión. Los éxitos. \nHips Don’t Lie: Un Tributo a Shakira presenta una noche completa de música en vivo con los grandes éxitos de Shakira — “Whenever\, Wherever”\, “Waka Waka” y más — en nuestro histórico escenario del centro de West Bend. Empiece a planear su salida y reserve sus asientos mientras los mejores lugares aún están disponibles. \nNota importante: Todas las ventas de boletos son finales.\nPor favor\, tenga su boleto listo al llegar.
URL:https://thebendwi.org/event/hips-dont-lie-a-tribute-to-shakira/
CATEGORIES:Live Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260808T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260808T220000
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SUMMARY:LEGENDS! A Tri-County Music Revue Tour - August 8
DESCRIPTION:LEGENDS! ~ A Tri-County Music Revue Tour presented by Pankratz Arts Exchange\, Inc. \nPAE performers are a high-energy singer/dancer troupe showcasing their musical talents with songs by LEGENDARY artists like Elton John\, The Beatles\, Michael Jackson\, Madonna\, Taylor Swift\, Frank Sinatra\, and MANY MORE! They will entertain you through musical genres of rock & roll\, country\, pop\, jazz\, funk and more\, accompanied by Warped Dance Company’s incredible acrobats & aerlists! \nFounded in 2011\, Pankratz Arts Exchange\, Inc. (PAE) is celebrating its 15th year as a non-profit performing arts organization! Our mission is to provide high quality arts education and performance opportunities in the community for all people. This 2026 summer season marks our touring debut between three counties in Wisconsin! Previous venues are Maximillian’s Hall\, Mt. Calvary\, WI (2011-2017) and The Shore Club Theater\, Elkhart Lake\, WI (2017-2025). \nPAE has produced nearly 30 winter/summer music revues\, musical theatre shows Chicago – The Musical (October 2025)\, The 25th Annual Putnam County Spelling Bee (2016)\, Suds! (2015) & Forever Plaid (2014)\, as well as providing summer annual multi-arts youth camps since 2018. For more info. visit paearts.org | @paearts \nPlease note all ticket sales are final.\nPlease have ticket ready upon arrival.
URL:https://thebendwi.org/event/legends-a-tri-county-music-revue-tour-aug8/
CATEGORIES:Live Events
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DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260813T220000
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SUMMARY:The Fabulous Thunderbirds: A Tribute to Chicago Blues
DESCRIPTION:Kim Wilson and The Fabulous Thunderbirds: A Tribute to Chicago Blues\nwith special guest Candy Cigarette \nHarmonica Master Returns to His Musical Roots \nKim Wilson\, the legendary harmonica virtuoso and frontman of The Fabulous Thunderbirds\, is preparing for what may be his most personally meaningful tour yet. The upcoming “A Tribute to Chicago Blues” tour represents a homecoming of sorts for Wilson\, who cut his teeth playing alongside the very architects of the Chicago blues sound during the genre’s golden era. \n“That’s where I live\,” Wilson says about Chicago blues. “This is what I love. It’s what I’ve always loved. Everything else that I do\, I try and put that mojo on it.” \nEarly Immersion in the Scene \nWilson’s connection to Chicago blues runs deep\, stretching back to his teenage years when he was fortunate enough to witness and learn from the masters themselves. “I was probably about 16 years old\, maybe even 15\,” Wilson recalls about when he first became aware of the Chicago blues scene. “All my friends were listening to that stuff and all those guys were coming in and playing live everywhere you can imagine.” \nThe young Wilson saw legends like Johnny Shines\, Muddy Waters\, George “Harmonica” Smith\, and Jimmy Reed perform live. More remarkably\, he got to play with them. “I played with Eddie Taylor when I was 18 or 19 years old. That’s about as Chicago blues as you can get\,” he notes.  \nThe Sound  \nWhat set Chicago blues apart from other regional styles was its distinctive mood and power. “Something about Chicago blues\, those guys really knew how to set a mood\,” Wilson explains. The migration of blues musicians from the rural South to Chicago created a unique fusion. “They take their district\, their region\, and they bring it to another city. And it morphs into a combination of a couple of things\,” Wilson observes. \nThe urban environment demanded amplification\, which fundamentally changed the sound. “These musicians performed in a lot of other places before they got to Chicago. They soaked up the different scenes across the country\,” Wilson says. “Then they put those sounds through an amplifier. Because they were playing in bars. You can’t be heard otherwise.” \nChicago blues was also distinguished by its harmonica-driven sound\, featuring legends like Little Walter\, James Cotton\, and Big Walter. “A lot of Chicago blues was built around the harmonica\,” Wilson notes\, explaining his natural gravitation toward the genre. \nThe Human Element \nOne aspect Wilson emphasizes about the Chicago blues masters is their approachability despite their legendary status. “They were just regular people. That was the thing\,” he reflects. “People like Jimmy Rogers\, I worked with him\, and I love covering his stuff. But he was just a normal guy… with a lot of talent. The same with Muddy Waters\, the originator of electric Chicago blues. I would go out to eat with him after a show and no one knew exactly who he was\, but they knew he was somebody important. Even the king carried himself like a normal human being.” \nThis down-to-earth quality extended throughout the blues community. “Big stars\, people like B.B. King\, people like Bobby Blue Bland\, they were still very normal people. That’s because they came from normal backgrounds. They came from having nothing to having a bit of something.” \nA Musical Ecosystem \nWilson describes the Chicago blues scene as a thriving ecosystem where hundreds of clubs supported a vibrant community of musicians. “A lot of those guys rarely left the city. They were all playing clubs in Chicago. There were hundreds of them.” This concentration created an environment where musicians constantly pushed each other to excel. \nThe personal connections Wilson forged during this era remain vivid. “Literally it was like playing basketball with Michael Jordan every single time\,” he says. “You’re playing with all your heroes. It was an incredible time to be alive.” \nThe Upcoming Tour \nThe “Tribute to Chicago Blues” tour will feature a mix of classic chestnuts and deeper cuts from the Chicago blues catalog. “There will be a lot more traditional songs in the set\,” Wilson explains. “We haven’t decided exactly how we’re going to mix it up yet\, but I’m hoping I can do this for a little while\, to be honest with you.” \nHowever\, Wilson will maintain his traditional approach of not using set lists. “I prefer to let the energy of the crowd and the performance dictate the evening’s direction.” \nAuthenticity and Individual Voice \nWilson emphasizes the importance of individual expression within the blues tradition. “You have to do your own thing\,” he insists. “When people come see me and they see this band\, they know that they’re going to get something unique\, even if it’s in that genre.” \nThis philosophy reflects something he learned from the masters themselves. “One great thing about these guys\, that does not happen today very often\, is they all have their own personality. They all have their own style. They all have their own delivery. They were all unique inside that musical genre.” \nLooking Forward \nAs Wilson prepares to take audiences on this musical journey\, he hopes fans will dig deeper into the music’s origins. “When you hear us doing stuff\, certain songs\, dig back to where the original came from. Find out who did it. You will probably end up owning everything they ever did\, like I do.” \nThe “Tribute to Chicago Blues” tour promises to be more than just a series of concerts — it’s a master class in authenticity\, delivered by someone who learned from the source and has spent decades perfecting his craft while maintaining his own distinctive voice within the tradition. \nCandy Cigarette \nCandy Cigarette delivers a blistering brand of raw\, high-energy blues-rock\, fueled by an unapologetic spirit that defies their age. Hailing from Oconomowoc\, Wisconsin\, identical twins Isaac (bass/vocals) and Lucas Deitz (guitar/vocals)\, both 16\, and drummer Evan Sterken\, 18\, have been igniting stages across the Midwest and beyond. Their sound\, a potent blend of 70s rock giants like Led Zeppelin and the modern fire of Rival Sons\, captivates audiences with electrifying live performances. Searing guitar riffs and blood harmonies\, coupled with a thunderous rhythmic drive\, create an undeniable sonic force. Having shared stages with acclaimed artists such as Blackberry Smoke\, Jared James Nichols\, and many more\, Candy Cigarette has proven their ability to command any crowd. Their latest single\, “REVOLUTION\,” marks a powerful step forward\, positioning Candy Cigarette as torchbearers for the future of rock and roll. \nPlease note all ticket sales are final.\nPlease have your tickets ready upon arrival.
URL:https://thebendwi.org/event/the-fabulous-thunderbirds-a-tribute-to-chicago-blues/
CATEGORIES:Live Events
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SUMMARY:Lorrie Morgan
DESCRIPTION:She is undeniably one of the most eloquently emotive vocalists of modern times. \nLorrie Morgan\, the first woman in her genre to begin her career with three consecutive Platinum albums\, is back in the studio with award-winning producer Richard Landis\, working on a new album. It is sure to be yet another collection showcasing the rainbow of emotions\, from darkest heartache to bright\, shiny humor\, that is the hallmark of Morgan’s range. \n“Where I am in my life right now\, I’m not afraid to express what I feel\,” she says. “I’m not afraid to express my views on anything\, especially on being a woman and my experiences in this business and in life.” \nMorgan is known for her lustrous vocal phrasing and the down-to-earth believability of her torchy performances. On records such as “A Picture of Me Without You” and “I Guess You Had to Be There\,” the ache is palpable. She is feisty and sassy on “Watch Me\,” “What Part of No” “Five Minutes” and “I Didn’t Know My Own Strength.” She has kicked up her stiletto heels in fun on her hits “Except for Monday” and “Go Away.” On her epic “Something in Red” she is an honest\, struggling everywoman. \nShe has been a daughter\, a bride\, a mother\, a divorcee\, a widow\, a single mother\, a breadwinner and\, ultimately\, a survivor. In many ways\, Lorrie is a living\, breathing country song\, and she knows what she sings. \n“I didn’t want to just do another album. I want it to be something that really moves me. When I listened to songs for it\, I’d think\, ‘No\, not that one. I’m not going to be able to sing that one\, because I’m not going to be able to feel it.’ It is very important to me for this album to reflect the things that I am feeling today.” \nRecently in Nashville\, Morgan commanded a stage shared by the iconic Judy Collins\, in a concert performance honoring the 30th anniversary of LA-based record label\, Cleopatra Records. She  continues to match any of her earlier efforts\, with an emotional range and a stage presence that is as vibrant as ever. \nShe is a peerless song interpreter\, drawing from a deep personal well that spans enormous tenderness to cheeky hutzpah. Whether covering a classic or sharing one of her own songs\, Morgan is truly a song stylist in the grandest tradition. \n“I have always been a songwriter and I do love to write\,” she comments. “But I’m only comfortable co-writing with a few people\, and I don’t like appointment writing at all. Plus\, I’m not one of those people who says\, ‘If I didn’t write it\, I’m not going to record it.’ If somebody else’s song is better\, I’m going to record it and not my own.” \nLorrie Morgan has been around great songs all her life. She is a Nashville native who is the daughter of Country Music Hall of Fame member George Morgan. She made her debut on the Grand Ole Opry stage at age 13\, singing “Paper Roses.” Her father died suddenly of a heart attack at age 51. She was l6 at the time and just beginning her musical career. Lorrie Morgan began making her own records shortly thereafter and was inducted into the Grand Ole Opry at just 24 years old. \nMorgan married fellow country singer Keith Whitley in 1986. She was signed to RCA Records in 1987\, and her onslaught of hits began the following year. Whitley’s tragic death of an alcohol overdose in 1989 left her a widowed working mother. Their duet “Til a Tear Becomes a Rose” earned her a 1990 CMA award. \nHer first three albums\, Leave the Light On (1989)\, Something in Red (1991) and Watch Me (1992)\, all earned Platinum Record awards. Her Greatest Hits collection (1999) is also Platinum. War Paint (1994)\, Greater Need (1996) and Shakin’ Things Up (1997) are all Gold Record winners. \nShe sang “The Sad Cafe” on Common Threads: Songs of the Eagles\, which was named the CMA Album of the Year in 1994. Country fans voted Lorrie Morgan their TNN/Music City News Female Vocalist of the Year in 1994\, 1996\, 1997 and 1998. \nLorrie Morgan maintained her recording pace in the new millennium\, releasing collections in 2002\, 2004\, 2009 and 2010. In 2012 and 2013\, Morgan starred and sparkled in the lavish Enchanted Christmas productions at the opulent Opryland Resort in Nashville. She took that show on the road in 2014. \nMorgan has recorded in collaboration with her father\, as well as Whitley\, Frank Sinatra\, Johnny Mathis\, Tammy Wynette\, The Beach Boys\, Dolly Parton\, Andy Williams\, the New World Philharmonic\, and Pam Tillis. She has toured with George Jones and shared a stage with Jerry Lee Lewis\, newly inducted into the Country Music Hall Fame along with Whitley. \n“My children and I are thrilled to see Keith’s name added to the list of stars who’ve earned their place in the Country Music Hall of Fame\,” she says. “It is a well-deserved honor\, though Keith himself would’ve been painfully humbled. I am happy for his family and the many\, many fans who continue to point to Keith as one of the all-time greats.” \nIn 2013\, Morgan first teamed with fellow Opry star Pam Tillis\, daughter of Country Music Hall of Famer Mel Tillis. for the duet CD Dos Divas. The two hit makers then embarked on a joint tour that sold out every appearance in its initial two-year run. The stars continue to perform their collaborative Grits & Glamour shows\, as schedules allow. The women connected as working mothers\, as businesswomen\, and as second-generation performers. They share an understanding\, and a finely honed\, if occasionally bawdy\, sense of humor.  \nOn the outside\, Lorrie is very lighthearted. Still\, on the inside\, she carries a lot of pain. Singing is her therapy\, she has said.  \n“My dad used to say\, ‘You should never take yourself too seriously\,’ and I got my sense of humor from my dad. I love to have fun. I’ve reached the age where I feel that I deserve good company around me\, people who can make me laugh\, who love music and who love to have a good time. \nPlease note all ticket sales are final.\nPlease have tickets ready upon arrival.
URL:https://thebendwi.org/event/lorrie-morgan/
CATEGORIES:Live Events
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SUMMARY:LEGENDS! A Tri-County Music Revue Tour - August 21
DESCRIPTION:LEGENDS! ~ A Tri-County Music Revue Tour presented by Pankratz Arts Exchange\, Inc. \nPAE performers are a high-energy singer/dancer troupe showcasing their musical talents with songs by LEGENDARY artists like Elton John\, The Beatles\, Michael Jackson\, Madonna\, Taylor Swift\, Frank Sinatra\, and MANY MORE! They will entertain you through musical genres of rock & roll\, country\, pop\, jazz\, funk and more\, accompanied by Warped Dance Company’s incredible acrobats & aerlists! \nFounded in 2011\, Pankratz Arts Exchange\, Inc. (PAE) is celebrating its 15th year as a non-profit performing arts organization! Our mission is to provide high quality arts education and performance opportunities in the community for all people. This 2026 summer season marks our touring debut between three counties in Wisconsin! Previous venues are Maximillian’s Hall\, Mt. Calvary\, WI (2011-2017) and The Shore Club Theater\, Elkhart Lake\, WI (2017-2025). \nPAE has produced nearly 30 winter/summer music revues\, musical theatre shows Chicago – The Musical (October 2025)\, The 25th Annual Putnam County Spelling Bee (2016)\, Suds! (2015) & Forever Plaid (2014)\, as well as providing summer annual multi-arts youth camps since 2018. For more info. visit paearts.org | @paearts \nPlease note all ticket sales are final.\nPlease have ticket ready upon arrival.
URL:https://thebendwi.org/event/legends-a-tri-county-music-revue-tour-aug21/
CATEGORIES:Live Events
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SUMMARY:LEGENDS! A Tri-County Music Revue Tour - August 22
DESCRIPTION:LEGENDS! ~ A Tri-County Music Revue Tour presented by Pankratz Arts Exchange\, Inc. \nPAE performers are a high-energy singer/dancer troupe showcasing their musical talents with songs by LEGENDARY artists like Elton John\, The Beatles\, Michael Jackson\, Madonna\, Taylor Swift\, Frank Sinatra\, and MANY MORE! They will entertain you through musical genres of rock & roll\, country\, pop\, jazz\, funk and more\, accompanied by Warped Dance Company’s incredible acrobats & aerlists! \nFounded in 2011\, Pankratz Arts Exchange\, Inc. (PAE) is celebrating its 15th year as a non-profit performing arts organization! Our mission is to provide high quality arts education and performance opportunities in the community for all people. This 2026 summer season marks our touring debut between three counties in Wisconsin! Previous venues are Maximillian’s Hall\, Mt. Calvary\, WI (2011-2017) and The Shore Club Theater\, Elkhart Lake\, WI (2017-2025). \nPAE has produced nearly 30 winter/summer music revues\, musical theatre shows Chicago – The Musical (October 2025)\, The 25th Annual Putnam County Spelling Bee (2016)\, Suds! (2015) & Forever Plaid (2014)\, as well as providing summer annual multi-arts youth camps since 2018. For more info. visit paearts.org | @paearts \nPlease note all ticket sales are final.\nPlease have ticket ready upon arrival.
URL:https://thebendwi.org/event/legends-a-tri-county-music-revue-tour-aug22/
CATEGORIES:Live Events
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SUMMARY:A Jazz Tribute to Sting
DESCRIPTION:Sting is a Renaissance man – singer\, songwriter\, composer\, multi-instrumentalist\, author\, actor and activist. He defies categorization\, deftly incorporating jazz\, punk rock\, folk and gospel\, to create some of the best songs crafted in the last 40 years. Worthy of celebration\, a group of Madison and Milwaukee’s finest jazz musicians have banded together to pay tribute to Gordon Sumner\, in an intimate jazz setting. Al Falaschi of Phat Phunktion and Steely Dane handles the vocals\, backed by an all-star cast of monster musicians. Tim Whalen of Phat Phunktion and an amazing solo jazz career is on piano\, John Christensen on bass\, Hannah Johnson on drums\, and Ben Dameron on guitar. It will be an evening of hits\, deep cuts\, and dazzling soloing. Al Falaschi\, vocals – Tim Whalen\, piano – John Christensen\, base – Hannah Johnson\, drums – Ben Dameron\, guitar \nPlease note all ticket sales are final.\nPlease have tickets ready upon arrival.
URL:https://thebendwi.org/event/a-jazz-tribute-to-sting/
CATEGORIES:Live Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260911T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260911T220000
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SUMMARY:Face Value - A Retrospective of Phil Collins & Genesis
DESCRIPTION:A Retrospective of Phil Collins & Genesis\n\nThe name\, the songs and the huge drum sounds of Phil Collins are instantly recognizable. Throughout 5 decades\, Phil Collins and Genesis have entertained the world with a unique brand of music that has ranged in style from progressive\, to rock\, pop and funk. Using top touring and session players from the Nashville  area\, this is a musical tribute to Phil Collins and Genesis that will give you the ultimate in a high energy\, memorable show. \nInstant high energy tunes start the Face Value Tribute show with a blistering horn section\, 2 massive drum sets\, a rhythm section that produces a wall of sound that can’t be matched\, along with stellar harmonies and top quality audio and light production that bring to life the amazing music of Phil Collins and Genesis. You’ll be on your feet\, you’ll sing at the top of your lungs\, you’ll remember where you were when you heard a certain song that first time\, and\, yes\, you’ll probably be touched within your heart and wipe a few tears. YOU will be part of the Face Value Tribute show and it will surely be a night you won’t soon forget. The music and energy of a Phil Collins / Genesis Tribute that are sure to please. \nPlease note all ticket sales are final.\nPlease have tickets ready upon arrival.
URL:https://thebendwi.org/event/face-value-a-tribute-to-phil-collins/
CATEGORIES:Live Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260917T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260917T210000
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SUMMARY:ORIGINS - A Fresh Singer-Songwriter Series - September 17 - Judson Brown (duo)
DESCRIPTION:ORIGINS – A Fresh Singer-Songwriter Series\nSeptember 17th through November 12th – 7pm\nNo ticket required! Simply come in and enjoy!\nA Community Partnership with National Exchange Bank & Trust \nSeptember 17th – Judson Brown (duo) \nJudson Brown has been singing and playing music for as long as he can remember. In his teens\, he taught himself to play guitar by shredding along with recordings of Ozzy Osbourne. While attending Columbia College in Chicago\, Judson’s musician friends introduced him to the world of Jazz\, where he developed an ear for harmony and an appreciation for music theory. While searching for musical genres in high demand\, the music of Brad Paisley caught his ear and taught him that country music could be both technically challenging AND popular. Once that epiphany struck\, there was no turning back. \nJudson is founder and bandleader of the Judson Brown Band (est. 2014). Perhaps you have seen the band at Summerfest\, the Wisconsin State Fair\, your favorite beer garden\, or opening for national acts such as Wynonna Judd\, Jana Kramer\, or High Valley. Several albums of original music are available on iTunes\, Spotify\, and streaming services worldwide. \nJudson was also lead guitarist/vocalist in regional cover band Bella Cain for 14 years. \nIf this wasn’t enough\, Judson is an active songwriter\, working with professionals and publishers in Nashville. In addition to his original songs\, Judson has written\, performed\, and recorded music for feature films\, and also teaches privately. \nYour host for the night is our very own Joe Polizzi! FREE Event! No ticket required!\nShow begins at 7pm. Doors open at 6:30pm! \nHundreds of FREE parking spots and great restaurants lining Main Street and surrounding area! We’ll see you soon!
URL:https://thebendwi.org/event/origins-a-fresh-singer-songwriter-series-september-17-judson-brown-duo/
CATEGORIES:Free,Live Events
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DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260918T220000
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SUMMARY:Trapper Schoepp's Tom Petty Tribute
DESCRIPTION:A new generation of Heartbreakers will soon take our stage—led by Wisconsin singer-songwriter Trapper Schoepp. \n“For me\, it’s about being a link in the chain of musicians before and after my time\,” Trapper says. “Tom Petty’s music has been a soundtrack through much of my life\, and bringing his songs to life is a joy—for me and for audiences.” \nBacked by a four-piece band\, Trapper delivers the full range of the Tom Petty catalog—from the fired-up urgency of “American Girl” and “Refugee” to the intimate beauty of “Wildflowers” and “Walls.” The performances honor the spirit\, swing\, and soul of the originals while allowing the band’s chemistry and care to shine through. \nSchoepp’s connection to Petty’s world runs deep. His latest album\, Siren Songs\, was recorded at Johnny Cash’s historic Cash Cabin—the same space where Tom Petty & the Heartbreakers served as Cash’s backing band on the Grammy-winning Unchained (American Recordings II). He has also released tender\, atmospheric recordings of “Free Fallin’” and “Walls\,” further cementing his reputation as a thoughtful interpreter of Petty’s work. \nBeyond the tribute\, Schoepp brings an acclaimed original career. In 2019\, he released a long-lost song co-written with Bob Dylan\, making him the youngest artist to share a writing credit with the Nobel Prize laureate. The release sparked a #1 trending article in Rolling Stone and led to over 100 tour dates worldwide. \nSchoepp has released five albums\, collaborating with members of Wilco\, The Raconteurs\, and The Jayhawks. PBS praised his songs as “story songs that explore and explode the conventions of rock and roll\,” while Rolling Stone France called his work a “charming 100% Americana opus.” \nAn international touring artist\, Schoepp has shared stages with The Wallflowers\, Three Dog Night\, Old 97’s\, The Jayhawks\, and Frank Turner\, performing at iconic venues including New York’s Town Hall\, Los Angeles’ Roxy Theatre\, and SXSW. \nPlease note all ticket sales are final.\nPlease have ticket ready upon arrival.
URL:https://thebendwi.org/event/trapper-schoepps-tom-petty-tribute/
CATEGORIES:Live Events
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SUMMARY:The Gufs Duo with guest Zach Steinbach
DESCRIPTION:since 1988\nStarted on the gritty but thriving Milwaukee music scene in 1988\, Morgan Dawley (guitar)\, Dejan Kralj (bass)\, Goran Kralj (vocals\, piano\, guitar)\, and Scott Schwebel (drums) – later joined by Brian Pettit (percussion) – The Gufs began in a college dorm room\, then into a basement\, and a garage. Writing and rehearsing\, eventually landing their first gig at The Unicorn\, a legendary Milwaukee rock club. \nThe band’s early years of filling clubs\, then theaters and large festivals around the Midwest\, in combination with recording a handful of indie albums made significant waves on college radio\, eventually leading The Gufs to sign a major label recording contract with Atlantic Records in the mid 90s. \nThis September\, Goran and Morgan bring a duo set to The Bend Theater for one fantastic night of music! Joining them to kick things off is Zach Steinbach. \nPlease note all ticket sales are final.\nPlease have your tickets ready upon arrival.
URL:https://thebendwi.org/event/the-gufs-duo-with-guest-zach-steinbach/
CATEGORIES:Live Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260924T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260924T210000
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SUMMARY:ORIGINS - A Fresh Singer-Songwriter Series - September 24 - Jaik Willis
DESCRIPTION:ORIGINS – A Fresh Singer-Songwriter Series\nSeptember 17th through November 12th – 7pm\nNo ticket required! Simply come in and enjoy!\nA Community Partnership with National Exchange Bank & Trust \nSeptember 24th – Jaik Willis \nJaik Willis is a strumming & drumming One Man Band\,  a wild fire-breathing freakshow; playing an 11 piece drum set with his feet while playing guitars / bass / & harps; while sing and beatboxing simultaneously\, live with no looping or electronics. Performing 300 shows a year with appearances at Bonnaroo\, Summer Camp Music Fest\, Dunegrass\, the Chicago Bluegrass & Blues Fests etc. Jaik Willis got a shout out in Rolling Stone magazine for his vocal contribution to the album “FreeStyle” that debuted at #1 on iTunes. \nJaik Willis has shared bills with artists such as Willie Nelson\, Snoop Dogg\, Wilco\, Bela Fleck\, MMW\, Del McCoury\, NIN\, Big Brother & the Holding Company\, Leftover Salmon\, Justin Townes Earle\, Digital Underground\, Blueground Undergrass\, Garaj Mahal\, EOTO\,The Schwag\, Ekoostik Hookah\, Tea Leaf Green\, Split Lip Rayfield\, and performed on stage with acoustic blues dynamo\, Corey Harris\, and Chicago blues legend Billy Branch as well. He has performed at innumerable festivals and major venues around the US including Bonnaroo in TN\, Summer Camp Music Fest in IL\, Chicago Bluegrass & Blues Fests\, Schwagstock in MO\, Dunegrass in MI\, Terrapin Hill Music Fest in KY\, Walla Walla Guitar Fest in WA\, Hyperion in IN\, Jammin on the Wolf in WI\, Michigan Peace Festival\, Shoe Fest\, Tall Tree Lake Music Fest\, and dozens of others per season. \nYour host for the night is our very own Joe Polizzi! FREE Event! No ticket required!\nShow begins at 7pm. Doors open at 6:30pm! \nHundreds of FREE parking spots and great restaurants lining Main Street and surrounding area! We’ll see you soon!
URL:https://thebendwi.org/event/origins-a-fresh-singer-songwriter-series-september-24-jaik-willis/
CATEGORIES:Free,Live Events
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SUMMARY:512 The Selena Experience
DESCRIPTION:512: The Selena Experience is a mind-blowing experience and the closest one you can get to live a Selena concert.  Simply\, the best Selena tribute production out there!   These musicians came together and orchestrated an extraordinary show that will take you back to 1995 within seconds of their first song. 512 will bring to you the finest Selena tribute that you can possibly imagine. Performing all of Selena’s hits including Como La Flor\, Amor Prohibido\, Si Una Vez\, Bidi Bidi Bom Bom and more…Now\, get ready to sing\, dance\, and relive Selena!   \nThe members of 512: The Selena Experience came together for one reason and one reason only:  to bring the magic of Selena to old and new fans worldwide! Having sold out venue after venue\, with performances in performing arts center\, casinos and festivals across the country\, 512 are on fire. The group has even performed for the Chicago Bulls the United States Marine Corps in Okinawa\, Japan. \nPlease note all ticket sales are final.\nPlease have ticket ready upon arrival.
URL:https://thebendwi.org/event/512-the-selena-experience/
CATEGORIES:Live Events
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DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20261001T220000
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SUMMARY:Southern California’s Hotel California “A Salute to the Eagles” October 1
DESCRIPTION:NEW SHOW ADDED!\n  \nSouthern California’s Hotel California: A Salute to the Eagles\nwith special guest Judson Brown Duo\nFor more than two decades\, HOTEL CALIFORNIA has touched the hearts of fans all over the world\, by faithfully and accurately reproducing the Grammy award winning sounds of the Eagles. See how a spirited blend of originality and the pursuit of excellence have taken HOTEL CALIFORNIA to a level of international recognition normally reserved only for gold and platinum recording artists. \nThis dynamic\, highly acclaimed show incorporates their very own world renowned vocal harmony\, and authentic instrumentation\, including all specialty instruments in a stage spectacle that is both modern and exciting. Each concert presents an exciting\, showcase of The Eagles megahits such as “Take it Easy” “Heartache Tonight” and of course “Hotel California” as well as selected titles from the solo works of Don Henley\, Glen Frey\, and Joe Walsh. \nThe magic and mystique of this truly timeless music\, is as powerful as it is captivating. So join us now on a trip down a dark desert highway\, feel the cool wind in your hair\, and experience Grammy award winning sounds….. Relax it’s time to check into the HOTEL CALIFORNIA. \nThe Judson Brown Duo specializes in violin heavy Classic Rock and Modern Country. Judson Brown and Colleen Kuraszek deliver unmatched technical proficiency on the guitar and violin respectively\, breathing new life into the music we all know and love. In addition to their deep repertoire of perennial favorites\, they have recorded six albums of original music available everywhere you stream. \nDisclaimer: Dancing is permitted during all shows at The Bend Theater. By attending\, you acknowledge that audience members may stand\, move\, and dance during performances. Enjoy the music and embrace the energy! \nPlease note all ticket sales are final.\nPlease have ticket ready upon arrival.
URL:https://thebendwi.org/event/southern-californias-hotel-california-a-salute-to-the-eagles-2/
CATEGORIES:Live Events
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SUMMARY:Southern California’s Hotel California “A Salute to the Eagles”
DESCRIPTION:Southern California’s Hotel California: A Salute to the Eagles\nwith special guest Judson Brown Duo\nFor more than two decades\, HOTEL CALIFORNIA has touched the hearts of fans all over the world\, by faithfully and accurately reproducing the Grammy award winning sounds of the Eagles. See how a spirited blend of originality and the pursuit of excellence have taken HOTEL CALIFORNIA to a level of international recognition normally reserved only for gold and platinum recording artists. \nThis dynamic\, highly acclaimed show incorporates their very own world renowned vocal harmony\, and authentic instrumentation\, including all specialty instruments in a stage spectacle that is both modern and exciting. Each concert presents an exciting\, showcase of The Eagles megahits such as “Take it Easy” “Heartache Tonight” and of course “Hotel California” as well as selected titles from the solo works of Don Henley\, Glen Frey\, and Joe Walsh. \nThe magic and mystique of this truly timeless music\, is as powerful as it is captivating. So join us now on a trip down a dark desert highway\, feel the cool wind in your hair\, and experience Grammy award winning sounds….. Relax it’s time to check into the HOTEL CALIFORNIA. \nThe Judson Brown Duo specializes in violin heavy Classic Rock and Modern Country. Judson Brown and Colleen Kuraszek deliver unmatched technical proficiency on the guitar and violin respectively\, breathing new life into the music we all know and love. In addition to their deep repertoire of perennial favorites\, they have recorded six albums of original music available everywhere you stream. \nDisclaimer: Dancing is permitted during all shows at The Bend Theater. By attending\, you acknowledge that audience members may stand\, move\, and dance during performances. Enjoy the music and embrace the energy! \nPlease note all ticket sales are final.\nPlease have ticket ready upon arrival.
URL:https://thebendwi.org/event/southern-californias-hotel-california-a-salute-to-the-eagles/
CATEGORIES:Live Events
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SUMMARY:Boy Band Review
DESCRIPTION:Sponsored by Westbury Bank \nBoy Band Review is the best Boy Band tribute in the country! Having captured the hearts of fans with their #boyband shows that transport audience members back in time to the days of frosted tips and hunky front-men professing their undying love.​ \nTheir recent show in Alaska with Chris Kirkpatrick of NSYNC was off the charts! These #boyband shows are an incredible throwback experience reliving your best years.  \nTouring with a full band\, choreography\, harmonies and performing the nostalgic boy band hits\, The BOY BAND REVIEW tribute experience will blow your audience away! Boy Band Review is everyone’s favorite show since the 1990s! \nPlease note all ticket sales are final.\nPlease have your tickets ready upon arrival.
URL:https://thebendwi.org/event/boy-band-review/
CATEGORIES:Live Events
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SUMMARY:Davina and the Vagabonds
DESCRIPTION:“Davina Sowers creates her own Americana mishmash — a little Amy Winehouse-worthy neo-soul here\, a little Great American Songbook-influenced songcraft there.”  Rolling Stone Magazine \n“Davina and the Vagabonds combat heartache with sugar and sass.”  DOWNBEAT MAGAZINE \nDavina Sowers and the Vagabonds have created a stir on the national music scene with their high-energy live shows\, level A musicianship\, sharp-dressed professionalism\, and Sowers’ commanding stage presence. With influences ranging from Fats Domino and the Preservation Hall Jazz Band to Aretha Franklin and Tom Waits\, the band is converting audiences one show at a time\, from Vancouver to Miami and across Europe \nPlease note all ticket sales are final.\nPlease have tickets ready upon checkout.
URL:https://thebendwi.org/event/davina-and-the-vagabonds/
CATEGORIES:Live Events
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SUMMARY:Karla Bonoff
DESCRIPTION:Karla Bonoff has been described as one of the finest singer/songwriters of her generation. That description is not hyperbole. \nBonoff has enjoyed critical acclaim\, commercial success\, enduring popularity\, and the unwavering respect of her peers. Karla has seen her songs become hits for Bonnie Raitt\, Wynonna Judd\, and Linda Ronstadt. Many of Bonoff’s ballads are classics. \nKarla has continued to record and tour extensively\, playing sold-out shows around the world. Hearing Karla’s moving vocals on her rich\, expressive songs is like standing beneath a sparkling waterfall–refreshing\, exhilarating\, and restorative. Experiencing them live can be transformative. Fans and critics agree that Bonoff’s songs are timeless as are her recordings. Many prefer her versions\, live with instrumentation that is clean and spare\, giving Bonoff’s voice room to work its emotional magic. \nIn 2019\, Karla released her first new album in over a decade\, Carry Me Home\, a 16-song set featuring brand new recordings of Karla’s classics along with new songs by Karla\, Kenny Edwards\, and a cover of a vintage Jackson Browne tune\, Something Fine\, which Karla performed on the 2015 compilation\, Looking into You: A Tribute To Jackson Browne. \nIn late 2020\, Karla released\, Silent Night\, her first collection of Holiday music\, to wide acclaim\, including a prominent listing on the New York Times Best New Holiday Albums of the Year. In 2021 Karla added two new songs to her Holiday collection including a duet with the legendary Michael McDonald. \nThe media continues to follow and shine a spotlight on Karla’s ongoing career milestones. She was featured in the acclaimed Linda Ronstadt documentary: The Sound of My Voice\, highlighting her friendship with Linda and as the writer of several of her biggest songs\, including Grammy Winner\, All My Life. Bob Lefsetz\, a longtime fan\, interviewed her for his popular podcast and dug deep into her history as a pioneer of the Southern California Singer-Songwriter scene\, Trisha Yearwood’s new album includes a lovely rendition of Karla’s\, Home. Mary Sue Toohey of The Village on Sirius/XM hosted a performance & interview\, and she was invited to sing on the longest-running radio program for acoustic music\, Acoustic Café. \nAs dynamic as ever in her solo shows\, Karla is also available to package with various accomplished musical partners\, including a new offering\, “Home for the Holidays” with Livingston Taylor (by arrangement with Paladin Artists)! 
URL:https://thebendwi.org/event/karla-bonoff/
CATEGORIES:Live Events
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SUMMARY:ORIGINS - A Fresh Singer-Songwriter Series - October 29 - Judson Brown (duo)
DESCRIPTION:ORIGINS – A Fresh Singer-Songwriter Series\nSeptember 17th through November 12th – 7pm\nNo ticket required! Simply come in and enjoy!\nA Community Partnership with National Exchange Bank & Trust \nOctober 29th – Judson Brown (duo) \nJudson Brown has been singing and playing music for as long as he can remember. In his teens\, he taught himself to play guitar by shredding along with recordings of Ozzy Osbourne. While attending Columbia College in Chicago\, Judson’s musician friends introduced him to the world of Jazz\, where he developed an ear for harmony and an appreciation for music theory. While searching for musical genres in high demand\, the music of Brad Paisley caught his ear and taught him that country music could be both technically challenging AND popular. Once that epiphany struck\, there was no turning back. \nJudson is founder and bandleader of the Judson Brown Band (est. 2014). Perhaps you have seen the band at Summerfest\, the Wisconsin State Fair\, your favorite beer garden\, or opening for national acts such as Wynonna Judd\, Jana Kramer\, or High Valley. Several albums of original music are available on iTunes\, Spotify\, and streaming services worldwide. \nJudson was also lead guitarist/vocalist in regional cover band Bella Cain for 14 years. \nIf this wasn’t enough\, Judson is an active songwriter\, working with professionals and publishers in Nashville. In addition to his original songs\, Judson has written\, performed\, and recorded music for feature films\, and also teaches privately. \nYour host for the night is our very own Joe Polizzi! FREE Event! No ticket required!\nShow begins at 7pm. Doors open at 6:30pm! \nHundreds of FREE parking spots and great restaurants lining Main Street and surrounding area! We’ll see you soon!
URL:https://thebendwi.org/event/origins-a-fresh-singer-songwriter-series-october-29-judson-brown-duo-2/
CATEGORIES:Free,Live Events
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SUMMARY:ORIGINS - A Fresh Singer-Songwriter Series - November 5 - Jaik Willis
DESCRIPTION:ORIGINS – A Fresh Singer-Songwriter Series\nSeptember 17th through November 12th – 7pm\nNo ticket required! Simply come in and enjoy!\nA Community Partnership with National Exchange Bank & Trust \nNovember 5th – Jaik Willis \nJaik Willis is a strumming & drumming One Man Band\,  a wild fire-breathing freakshow; playing an 11 piece drum set with his feet while playing guitars / bass / & harps; while sing and beatboxing simultaneously\, live with no looping or electronics. Performing 300 shows a year with appearances at Bonnaroo\, Summer Camp Music Fest\, Dunegrass\, the Chicago Bluegrass & Blues Fests etc. Jaik Willis got a shout out in Rolling Stone magazine for his vocal contribution to the album “FreeStyle” that debuted at #1 on iTunes. \nJaik Willis has shared bills with artists such as Willie Nelson\, Snoop Dogg\, Wilco\, Bela Fleck\, MMW\, Del McCoury\, NIN\, Big Brother & the Holding Company\, Leftover Salmon\, Justin Townes Earle\, Digital Underground\, Blueground Undergrass\, Garaj Mahal\, EOTO\,The Schwag\, Ekoostik Hookah\, Tea Leaf Green\, Split Lip Rayfield\, and performed on stage with acoustic blues dynamo\, Corey Harris\, and Chicago blues legend Billy Branch as well. He has performed at innumerable festivals and major venues around the US including Bonnaroo in TN\, Summer Camp Music Fest in IL\, Chicago Bluegrass & Blues Fests\, Schwagstock in MO\, Dunegrass in MI\, Terrapin Hill Music Fest in KY\, Walla Walla Guitar Fest in WA\, Hyperion in IN\, Jammin on the Wolf in WI\, Michigan Peace Festival\, Shoe Fest\, Tall Tree Lake Music Fest\, and dozens of others per season. \nYour host for the night is our very own Joe Polizzi! FREE Event! No ticket required!\nShow begins at 7pm. Doors open at 6:30pm! \nHundreds of FREE parking spots and great restaurants lining Main Street and surrounding area! We’ll see you soon!
URL:https://thebendwi.org/event/origins-a-fresh-singer-songwriter-series-november-5-jaik-willis/
CATEGORIES:Free,Live Events
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