Martin Zellar, one of Minnesota’s own alt-country/rock musicians, brings his tribute to Neil Diamond to the State Theater on Sat., Mar. 23. Neil’s music remains among the most popular in the world. You will thrill to hits including: “Sweet Caroline,” “Kentucky Woman,” “Solitary Man,” “America” and “Cherry, Cherry.”

Immediately after graduation from high school in Austin, MN, Zellar moved to the Twin Cities and joined Nick Ciola, guitarist Randy Broughten, and drummer and fellow songwriter James "Billy" Dankert as the Gear Daddies. The band enjoyed much regional and some national success, and released three albums. They amicably parted ways in 1992. Martin went on to record and perform as a solo artist and with his band The Hardways. That’s what he continues to do, and he still has fun.(more…)

Iowa Rock and Roll Music Association Hall of Fame Inductee ENDLESS SUMMER, has entertained Northeast Iowa for 30 years. Playing favorite 60’s hits from groups like The Beach Boys, Four Seasons, and The Monkees, their show will make you feel like you are in your convertible, top down, radio cranked-up, and cruising Main Street.

The bands musical drive is provided by the solid backbeat of Gordy Stull on the drums, and is moved along by Med Lewis’ infectious bass lines. John Simon provides rock steady rhythm guitar, and Bill Wolfe fills out the sound with keyboard, guitar, and blues harp. Bruce Carr brings his wailing sax and hot keyboard to the mix. The full sound is topped off by the sweet lead guitar of Gene Parson. Add the impeccable four part harmonies, and Endless Summer becomes a crowd pleaser.(more…)

Crossings brings to Zumbrota the music of rock legend Ricky Nelson. Follow along as Doug Bathke narrates Ricky’s life between his start on The Ozzie and Harriet Show to top hits like "Hello MaryLou,"' "Traveling Man", "Lonesome Town", "It's Too Late." John Sean, Terri Klein and The DC Drifters bring Ricky’s music to life at the State Theatre on Sat., Mar. 30, 7:30pm.

John Senn was a member of DJ and The Runaways, whose number 1 hit song is "Peter Rabbit," which still today holds the record in Iowa as the states top selling record. DJ and The Runaways also were on American Bandstand and toured with Dick Clark.(more…)

No costumes. No ridiculous nonsense. Just the music, as Zeppelin would have played it on a stage. It swings. It cries. It feels the blues. Blimp performs its tribute to Led Zeppelin on March 10 at the State Theatre.

Blimp includes Collective Unconscious members and collaborators popular for several shows at the State Theatre, including tributes to The Beatles, the Band, Eagles, Beach Boys, and Janis Joplin.(more…)

Cassie and the Bobs will take you on a musical journey back in time. Imagine it is the early 60's and you are at a concert featuring the biggest female singer in the country, Patsy Cline. THAT is the experience you will get as you watch this show. Sponsored by Crossings at the Zumbrota State Theatre.

Cassie and the Bobs is the mid-west’s best Patsy Cline tribute show. While there are many “ Patsy imitators, “ you will not hear anyone come as close to sounding like Patsy Cline as Cassandra Wiese. The Bobs are a full group of accomplished musicians dedicated to sounding as authentic and true to the spirit of the original recordings as possible.(more…)

Pat, Feagan & Stymie… the three original lead vocalists and founding members of the Daisy Dillman Band, bring their well known 3-part high harmony for an amazing tribute to Crosby, Stills and Nash. Marking their 40 years together, It’s humor, stories and song.

Daisy Dillman sings Crosby, Stills & Nash has a rare authenticity. (more…)

Terry Lee Goffee has been a Johnny Cash fan since he was 8 years old. His long-running admiration for the music and the man is apparent in his performance as Cash in “The Ultimate Tribute to Johnny Cash,” brought by Crossings to the Zumbrota State Theatre on Fri, June 28, at 8 p.m.(more…)

The history of rock and pop music is filled with unforgettable hit-making, horn-driven groups from the '60s to the current era, and one Twin Cities band will be bringing that sound all back home. Enjoy the music of Hornucopia at the State Theatre on Saturday, November 9, at 7:30pm.

Hornucopia is a band of talented musicians and singers from the Twin Cities and upper Midwest area. Distinct from tribute bands that pay homage to a single group or style of music, Hornucopia pays tribute to many musical groups that feature substantial horn sections. It boasts a tight 4-piece horn section and a 4-piece rhythm section, plus 3 top rated vocalists whose melodies and harmonies are inspiring and far-reaching.(more…)

Layne Yost pays faithful tribute to the timeless, still-popular music of John Denver with a “Tribute to the Music of John Denver."

Jon Shimoda plays bass to accompany Yost’s pure vocals and guitar playing in this homage to the music and the man. They capture the simple soul of Denver's music. Woven within the music are stories that give insight into (more…)