# Event Details

- **Event Name**: Just the Two of Us: Celebrating Grover Washington, Jr. & Bill Withers
- **Event Start and End Date**: Fri, 24 Jul, 2026 at 07:00 pm
- **Event Description**: José James, saxophone (Willie & the Bees, Shangoya, Ipso Facto)
Tommy Barbarella, keyboards (Prince, Greazy Meal)
Tony Axtell, bass (David Sanborn)
LaMont Keten, vocals (MFellas)
Matthew Mwangi, drums (Dylan Salfer Band)
Deevo, guitar
Chico Harris, percussion

Grover Washington Jr. was a legendary jazz-funk and soul-jazz saxophonist and Grammy Award winner. He is considered by many to be one of the founders of the smooth jazz genre. Throughout the 1970s and 1980s, Washington made some of the genre’s most memorable hits. There, these include “Mister Magic”, “Reed Seed”, “Black Frost”, “Winelight”, and “Inner City Blues”. Additionally, “Let it Flow (For ‘Dr. J’)” and “The Best is Yet to Come”.

Bill Withers was an American singer-songwriter, known for his soulful voice. Also, he wrote legendary hits like “Ain’t No Sunshine,” “Lean on Me,” and “Lovely Day.” There, Withers was born in a small West Virginia coal-mining town, Then, he served in the Navy before launching his music career in the 1970s. Despite a relatively short period of active recording (1970-1985), his influence on soul and R&B music is profound and enduring.

JUL 24 • 7PM
Tickets>> https://bit.ly/4ykXg4T
- **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/minneapolis/just-the-two-of-us-celebrating-grover-washington-jr-and-bill-withers/200030369228230
- **Event Categories**: music, entertainment
- **Interested Audience**: 
  - total_interested_count: 61

## Ticket Details


## Event venue details

- **city**: Minneapolis
- **state**: MN
- **country**: United States
- **location**: 1010 Nicollet Mall, Minneapolis, MN, United States, Minnesota 55403
- **lat**: 44.97396
- **long**: -93.27563
- **full address**: 1010 Nicollet Mall, Minneapolis, MN, United States, Minnesota 55403

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## FAQs

- **Q**: When and where is Just the Two of Us: Celebrating Grover Washington, Jr. & Bill Withers being held?
  - **A:** Just the Two of Us: Celebrating Grover Washington, Jr. & Bill Withers takes place on Fri, 24 Jul, 2026 at 07:00 pm to Fri, 24 Jul, 2026 at 07:00 pm at 1010 Nicollet Mall, Minneapolis, MN, United States, Minnesota 55403.
- **Q**: Who is organizing Just the Two of Us: Celebrating Grover Washington, Jr. & Bill Withers?
  - **A:** Just the Two of Us: Celebrating Grover Washington, Jr. & Bill Withers is organized by Dakota.
- **Q**: What has been the experience of attendees at Dakota's events?
  - **A:** Dakota has 122+ followers on AllEvents, reflecting a trusted and active community of event-goers who follow their events. Dakota has a verified profile on AllEvents where you can read reviews and explore their upcoming events.
- **Q**: Who is this event for? Is it right for me?
  - **A:** Just the Two of Us: Celebrating Grover Washington, Jr. & Bill Withers is ideal for music lovers, fans of all genres, and anyone who wants to celebrate the power of music - from intimate gigs and live sessions to festivals and cultural performances. Whether you're a first-time attendee or a longtime enthusiast in Minneapolis, this event is thoughtfully curated to deliver a standout experience worth every moment. With 60+ people already showing interest, this is clearly an event worth adding to your calendar - don't miss out.

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