In 1984, a young singer arrived in Minneapolis from Memphis (by way of L.A.) to take a six-week job at Rupert’s nightclub in Golden Valley. It lasted seven years. Along the way, Ms. Debbie Duncan would change the musical landscape of her adopted city for the next four decades.

Waltz for Debbie: A Juneteenth Tribute to Debbie Duncan

Dakota

On May 24, 2023, the world lost one of the most electrifying performers in history. Join some of the greatest voices in the Twin Cities as they pay tribute to “The Queen of Rock ‘n’ Roll.” This show will cover every phase of Tina’s career: from “Proud Mary” to “What’s Love Got to Do With It” to “Private Dancer” and many others. Whether you remember her as a rocker, an R&B singer, or an actor, you know that she was “Simply The Best.”

Dennis Spears

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Jun 19, 2025

Waltz for Debbie: A Juneteenth Tribute to Debbie Duncan · Dakota

Jul 21, 2024

Ginger Commodore Presents: The Music of Tina Turner · Dakota

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