In 1970 Cocker was given only nine days to put together a band for his upcoming tour. Up against the wall and without a band, he turned to his friend Leon Russell for help.

This event will host performances from the likes of Carolyn Wonderland, Florida favorite Willie Green Band, Tas Cru, Joe Louis Walker, Tinsley Ellis, Marcia Ball, Alvin Youngblood Hart’s Muscle Theory, and more!

“This year’s Taste of Chicago is a cultural event for all of your senses with uniquely-Chicago food and beverage experiences, street art, dancing and a phenomenal music lineup.”

Members of the Bland family, including his widow, Willie Mae, son Robb Bland, and daughter Patrice Moses, will be on hand for the unveiling.

If you have never traveled to Australia and experienced its beautiful landscape and people, add it to your bucket list of music festivals and attend the Byron Bay Blues and Roots Music Festival. You will not be disappointed.

This one-time concert event coincides with two milestones: Jimmy’s new memoir, The Cake and The Rain, out now through St. Martin’s Press, and the upcoming 50th Anniversary of “Wichita Lineman.”

This year’s lineup is full of exceptional talent including iconic artists, young up-and-comers, and an abundance of local performers as well. Audiences will not be disappointed!

This event is totally free to the public and will occur rain or shine.

The Relix Live Music Conference will serve as a coming together of all the pieces and people that help bring a live show to life.