“just saw THE REBIRTH BRASS BAND, unbelievable. hard as hell, free as a ray of light, there is not a band on earth that is better. stunning.” – Flea, Red Hot Chili Peppers

For almost 4 decades, the Grammy winning Rebirth Brass Band has been “stunning” fans with a fiery live show and a rich musical catalog. Their trademark sound pays homage to the New Orleans brass band tradition while weaving a tapestry that combines elements of jazz, funk, soul, R&B and the sounds from the streets they grew up on. From their legendary 25+ year run of Tuesday nights at the Maple Leaf to stages all over the world, Rebirth is the soundtrack of the Crescent City and her premier musical ambassador.

Founded by brothers Phil and Keith Frazier over 35 years ago, Rebirth began their career playing on the sidewalks of the French Quarter, and quickly landed gigs at second line parades. Those auspicious beginnings have led to thousands of shows to music aficionados everywhere, including heads of state and royalty.

The bands unique “soundtrack of New Orleans” has also garnered admiration from artists of all genres. They’ve shared the stage and collaborated with everyone from the Grateful Dead to the Red Hot Chili Peppers, Maceo Parker, Green Day, U2, James Brown, 311, G-Love, MuteMath, Juvenile, Train, Big Freedia, Ani Difranco, Galactic, Allen Touisant, Neville Brothers, Quincy Jones and Trombone Shorty.

About Dandelion Stompers:

Voted “Best Local Band” by Little Village Magazine in 2022, Iowa’s Dandelion Stompers bring vintage jazz to life with infectious energy and the spirit of a street band busking on a sunny afternoon. Blending hot swing, joyful rhythms, and soulful horns, they keep the dance floor hopping while transporting audiences to a bygone era where the music fills the air and everyone’s invited to join the fun.

The band’s signature blend of good-time jazz for one and all is on full display in their debut double album, Whirlwind Sessions: Vol I and Vol II. Showcasing the group’s rich musicality and high-spirited sound, Vol I was released in fall 2023, followed by Vol II in 2025. “Katie Roche’s voice is such an integral instrument… She delivers every lyric, every melodic twist. You can follow her vocal line like a clever sax solo while really hearing the intent in the words. In a world full of impressive female leads, she is uniquely in control. Not everyone singing for a jazz band sings jazz — she does.” (The Syncopated Times, 2025)