Dusty's Bar

Bobcat
2018-01-18 20:30 - 2018-01-19 00:00, 2017-12-21 20:30 - 2017-12-22 00:00 (America/Chicago) | Dusty’s Bar and Dagos, 1319 Marshall St NE, Minneapolis, MN, 55413, United States
Bobby Ekstrand (Bobby E) and Cathy Mosher (aka BobCat) are a cool neo-folk duo that always entertain with their delightful tunes and entertaining stage banter. Ask for their crazy mash-up of Zeppelin/Peggy Lee (no guarantees though) and you will be charmed for sure by these local stars. These guys hold down an every 3rd Thursday of the month residency.

Doug Otto and Friends
2018-01-14 19:00 - 22:00 UTC
NOTE: Music starts at 7:00 tonight due to the Vikings game. Legendary local musician Doug Otto all the way from Bloomington, MN hits the Dusty’s stage every Sunday. With members from his band the Getaways and other local luminaries, the versatile Mr.Otto plays his spin on classic country and deep blues with a musicianship well beyond his years. Doug showcases local musicians during the middle set. Always a great evening of wonderful music.

Nikki and the Ruemates
2018-01-13 21:45 - 2018-01-14 01:00 (America/Chicago)
Dusty’s favorites and hardworking Nikki and the Ruemates are a super tight blues-rock outfit that plays out of this world sets of original blues to golden 70’s rock hits. Led by the pristine voiced Nikki Matteson (who also plays a mean electric guitar) and the stellar fretwork of Rich Rue, the Ruemates regularly wow audiences and will leave you buzzing after you experience their sonic universe.

"Detroit" Don King
2018-01-12 21:30 - 2018-01-13 00:00, 2017-12-08 21:30 - 23:59 UTC
“Detroit” Don King is a master of the Chicago-styled blues. Mr. King has been a mainstay in the Twin Cities nightclub scene and plays a mean Gibson 335 along with his ace blues band. You want to hear authentic blues from a band that has honed it’s craft in our town? The Don King Blues Band is the real deal.

Bosso Poetry
2018-01-11 20:30 - 2018-01-12 00:00, 2017-12-14 20:30 - 2017-12-15 00:00 (America/Chicago)
The Bosso Poetry Company takes over the Dusty’s stage for a night of unique entertainment that includes a who’s who of incredible local writers, poets, and musicians. Nine years strong in the green booth, this collective has a little bit of everything, and will keep you on your toes. There’s always a gem to be found in the readings and songs and every time it always seems like a quiet celebration.

Doug Otto and Friends
2018-01-07 17:00 - 20:00, 2017-12-31 17:00 - 20:00, 2017-12-17 17:00 - 20:00 UTC
Legendary local musician Doug Otto all the way from Bloomington, MN hits the Dusty’s stage every Sunday. With members from his band the Getaways and other local luminaries, the versatile Mr.Otto plays his spin on classic country and deep blues with a musicianship well beyond his years. Doug showcases local musicians during the middle set. Always a great evening of wonderful music.

The Bill Patten Trio
2018-01-06 21:45 - 2018-01-07 01:00, 2017-12-23 21:45 - 2017-12-24 01:00, 2017-12-09 21:45 - 23:59 (America/Chicago)
The Bill Patten Trio (aka the bp3) is a Minneapolis based rock band that specializes in a fuzzed-up, 60’s kinda mish mash of styles with effects-laden acoustic guitar (Bill Patten), bass (Jon Olson), and drums (Mark Har). Putting their spin on tunes from the Great American Songbook along with their original songs, the Bill Patten Trio thrives on spontaneous sets and beer enthused audiences.

Amanda Standalone
2018-01-05 21:30 - 2018-01-06 01:00 (America/Chicago)
Amanda Standalone is a local writer, folk musician and multi-instrumentalist. Her music is a soulful blend of acoustic folk/blues strongly influenced by American Roots music. She skillfully attacks the guitar, banjo, and her single stringed washtub, while packing an extra punch with her rich vocals. Her solo take on “Seven Nation Army” on the washtub bass is mind blowing.

Bobby E and Friends
2018-01-04 20:30 - 23:59 UTC
Ace guitarist and local legend Bobby E brings his incredible musicianship to the Dusty’s stage every first Thursday of the month. With a little help from the best of the Twin Cities musicians from the jazz, rock, and country scenes, Bobby is adept at every musical genre known to man and is a treat to witness. You will be impressed.

Closed for New Years Day
2018-01-01
Happy New Year!

The Bill Patten Trio - New Year's Eve
2017-12-31 21:45 - 2018-01-01 01:00 (America/Chicago)
The Bill Patten Trio performs at the traditional New Year’s Eve bash at Dusty’s! Come on down and celebrate the New Year with us!

The Receptionists
2017-12-30 21:30 - 2017-12-31 01:00 (America/Chicago)
Bandleader and songwriter of many classic songs including the sublime “Davenport, Iowa”, Doug Collins and crew bring the sweet noise with well-crafted original tunes and cool covers (“Sweet Jane” comes to mind). Check ‘em out before the year runs out!

Rena Haus
2017-12-29 21:30 - 2017-12-30 01:00 (America/Chicago)
The one and only Rena Haus has been rockin’ the great green booth for years. Come see her and her impressive band (bro Bob on bass and Ed Petche on the six string) perform song favorites as only Rena Haus can! Great entertainment with something for everyone.

Dean Mikkelson - Dress Like Deano Day
2017-12-28 20:30 - 2017-12-29 00:00 (America/Chicago)
The jazz stalwart and ace on the hollow bodied six string guitar, Dean Mikelson dares you to “dress like Deano” for the day. Come on down and hear Deano and his legendary jazz buddies perform some classics and other chestnuts while tapping your toes in your Converse shoes. There’s usually a prize for the best dressed “Deano”.

Jack and Kitty
2017-12-27 20:00 - 22:30, 2017-12-20 20:00 - 22:30, 2017-12-13 20:00 - 22:30 (America/Chicago)
Jack and Kitty are high school sweethearts that play Organic Vaudeville and Jug Band Folk for All Ages. They are an Emmy Award winning musical duo that also makes critically acclaimed films and television. They love to perform concerts nationwide and play a variety of folk instruments including: banjo, guitar, ukulele, washboard, jug, kazoo, harmonica, whizbang, rumba box and much more. Come see what the buzz is all about. Every Wednesday in December at Dusty’s!

Closed for Christmas
2017-12-25
We are closed on Christmas. Have a happy holiday everyone!

Christmas Eve - Open til 5:00
2017-12-24 10:00 - 17:00 (America/Chicago)
We’re open until 5:00 PM on Christmas Eve. Come on down for some pre-holiday cheer!

Nikki and the Ruemates
2017-12-22 21:45 - 2017-12-23 01:00 (America/Chicago)
Dusty’s favorites and hardworking Nikki and the Ruemates are a super tight blues-rock outfit that plays out of this world sets of original blues to golden 70’s rock hits. Led by the pristine voiced Nikki Matteson (who also plays a mean electric guitar) and the stellar fretwork of Rich Rue, the Ruemates regularly wow audiences and will leave you buzzing after you experience their sonic universe. Every fourth Friday of the month residency.

Sonic Love Child's Christmas Show!
2017-12-16 21:00 - 2017-12-17 01:00 (America/Chicago)
The sweetly melodic Sonic Love Child are bringing a Christmas show for the Dusty faithful. Get into the X-mas spirit at your favorite watering hole with these impressive local musicians!

Lonesome Dan Kase
2017-12-15 21:30 - 2017-12-16 01:00 (America/Chicago)
Lonesome Dan Kase has perfected a style of blues that is unmatched in these parts. If you’re looking for a wonderful mix of Big Bill Broonzy, Charlie Patton and Bukka White, among others, Lonesome Dan’s unique guitar and vocal stylings will bring you back to a time when the blues was mournful and haunting. If you’ve never seen him, you need to check him out!

Doug Otto and Friends
2017-12-10 17:00 - 20:00 UTC
Legendary local musician Doug Otto all the way from Bloomington, MN hits the Dusty’s stage every Sunday. With members from his band the Getaways and other local luminaries, the versatile Mr. Otto puts his spin on classic country and deep blues with a musicianship well beyond his years. Doug showcases local musicians during the middle set. Always a great evening of wonderful music.
