Dakota

Ana was great and her ban was amazing. This was the second time I’ve seen her live and Loved it both times. I like the Dakota venue. It is intimate, good acoustics, and the food and drinks are always good.

Los Lobos is a band to experience. They are ALL such incredible musicians. They have been playing together for a long time, and you can feel that. Their sound is so authentic and rooted in their culture and years of experience. I can't wait to see them again.

It was my first time meeting and seeing Orianthi in person. Only becoming a fan of hers in the last few years as I have mostly been a country music follower much of my life. She was very gracious and appreciative of those in the meet and greet line as well as those who were there for the show. During her 90 minute set she mixed in her originals with songs of those who have influenced her style from when she first learned to play guitar. She is a singer, songwriter, vocalist and can play multiple instruments, as she did during coving when she made her Rock Candy album. She is one of the best guitar players I've seen in person and her show was very fun to see.

Keb Mo the consummate singer and guitarist put on a memorable performance. He played a variety of his classics and new songs that made the show a hit. Ken’s smooth vocals complement his guitar riffs left the audience wanting more!

I have wanted to see Keb Mo for over 20 years and finally got to last night. He did not disappoint. My wife who came with me and does not like the blues like I do was enchanted. The Dakota is a great place to see live music as well. So intimate and the sound is outstanding. Thanks for the memories Mr. Moore.

Seen Mason several times, but first show at the Dakota and it was amazing. Played many of my favorites and even threw down a cover of Elliot Smith’s “Say Yes” which I was not emotionally prepared for, as I never thought I’d get that close to a real life Elliot Smith performance and certainly didn’t expect Mason to bust it out…tears, happiness, and peacefulness in a special performance.

First time I’ve seen them live but have enjoyed their music for years. They did many familiar tunes. The show was magic! Loved the rapport with the audience. Please come back to Minneapolis! We love you!

Fantastic show. Kurt was hot as ever. We brought a friend who had never heard him live. The look in her face when he sang the first few notes was precious. Joey was on fire as well. We sat right behind him and got to see he was literally bouncing as he played.

An absolutely magnificent performance. Surrounded by 20+ yr olds, the maestro Stanley Clarke guided and pushed and rock and rolled through 5 songs or so. Everyone soloed magnificently and held the audience in a roller coaster of incredible music

Eric Marienthal was playing with Lao Tizer as part of the Lao Tizer band. The show was incredible. The band had so much energy. Elliott Yasmin brought awesome vocals. The Dakota is such a wonder venue for excellent music, a very intimate setting where everyone can feel part of the show. It’s one of the reasons I stay in Minnesota.

Gunhild puts on a fantastic show! First chance I’ve had to see her live. Hoping to have many more opportunities. All the energy she puts out is great to see. Her enthusiasm for her craft is unrivaled. Hope she returns to this area often.

Katie was great as usual. Her voice was good and the collaboration at the end of MCK set was fantastic. In general the microphones were too low. Couldn't hear very well especially when they were talking. Katie good...Dakota Venue...not very good.

The show was amazing! Steve Cole is a wonderful saxophonist and his passion for the music can be felt in his performance. He has put together a fantastic group of phenomenal musicians to complement his style and the experience was mesmerizing.

Incredible, Amazing, Fabulous! He is an amazing writer and musician as well as Avery kind man!! His music and all around performance at the Dakota was nothing less than completely incredible!!! Long time fan ! Chanda & my husband Jon, whom declares Steve as his, “go to guy” for great music Anytime and all the time!!!!!

A marvelous, somewhat low-key show. A few minutes before the show started, I zipped to the men's room. A lotta AKs had the same idea. Five of us waiting for a urinal and two stalls. After a while, the non-handicapped stall opened and out stepped Bromberg, carrying some clothes on a hanger. "This is the dressing room they gave you?" the patron ahead of me asked. "No. They gave us one. But there are six of us." "Welcome to Minneapolis." At least, I thought as I stepped to a urinal, I won't miss the start of the show. Paul Siebel died that day, and David turned the show into a mini-tribute to Paul. They sang five or six of his songs, none of them "Louise" -- a couple that David recorded decades ago and a few that the band was just about workshopping onstage. It was marvelous. Here's a little more about Paul Siebel: https://davidbromberg.net/david-bromberg-news/ David also sang "Diamond Lil," beautifully. I just finished the novel Nightmare Alley and it resonated well..

always superb. jonatha brooke hasn’t lost an ounce of confidence or talent since moving to minneapolis, or managing a pandemic, or navigating the minnesota snow. aby wolf is completely in sync with brooke and they harmonize flawlessly. the band is well rehearsed and spot-on, even with brooke’s sometimes complex chord changes. we attend each of her minneapolis shows at the dakota and we are lucky to have her residing here.

A dreamy and personal show, masterful musicians, and beautiful voices -including Jim! Sing more, Jim. Stacey sings beautifully in many languages and the guys in the band are amazing. Don’t miss seeing them if they are in your neighborhood. We drive 4 hours to see them every time and it is worth it. Every time. We’ve been doing it for 12 years now, here’s to many many more. And the Dakota is a fantastic venue with great food!

It was great. The band is really tight, plays interesting originals and cool covers. I bought their CD. Several members came over to the merchandise table right after their set. I would go see them again in a minute. I'm also a musician, and I was inspired.

She gave a down to earth, honest performance. Her voice is as good as ever and she interacts joyfully with the crowd. I’ve seen her before and I’ll see her again next time she’s at Dakota.