Hippies & Cowboys at the Raccoon Motel -- September 2.
Wednesday, September 2, 6 p.m.
Raccoon Motel, 315 East Second Street, Davenport IA
Although the band has been lauded by Today's Country Magazine as "one of the must-see acts when you visit Nashville," you'll only have to travel as far as Davenport to see the Southern-rock and soul musicians of Hippies & Cowboys, who, at the Raccoon Motel, will headline a September 2 concert on their Midwestern tour.
Composed of Aaron Sparling on lead vocals and rhythm guitar, Scott Metko on drums, Kent Taro Yamamuro on lead guitar, Kevin Riley Corbo on bass guitar, and Connor Lafollotte on keys, and ss stated at HippiesAndCowboysBand.com, the musicians “are a powerhouse rock ’n’ soul band out of Nashville, Tennessee, built on grit, groove, and the raw electricity of classic Southern rock – revived with a modern edge. Their sound fuses deep-pocket soul, blues, and rock ’n’ roll, channeling The Black Crowes, Allman Brothers, Aerosmith, Marcus King, Lynyrd Skynyrd, Otis Redding, Rolling Stones, Tom Petty.
“Rooted in tradition and sharpened by the road, Hippies & Cowboys cut their early recordings in legendary rooms including FAME Studios, Muscle Shoals Sound, and East Avalon – capturing the same spirit that shaped generations of American music. Their debut release, Live at Fox & Locke (2023), bottled the raw, no-holds-barred energy of their live show and quickly earned critical acclaim. The follow-up EP, Fork in the Road (2024), doubled down with a gritty, hard-hitting collection of songs that showcased their deep Southern roots, tight musicianship, and fearless songwriting. A live double album and full concert film are slated for release in 2026.
“For years, Hippies & Cowboys have served as the house band at Kid Rock’s Honky Tonk on Broadway in downtown Nashville – honing an expansive repertoire and a commanding live presence that few bands can match. That foundation has powered their high-octane performances across the country, including major festival appearances at Pilgrimage Festival and Bristol Rhythm & Roots Revival, the 85th Annual Sturgis Motorcycle Rally as well as both WEFest and Floyd Fest.
“Along the way, they’ve directly supported shows with rock and country heavyweights such as Foreigner, Goo Goo Dolls, Tesla, Blackberry Smoke, Atlanta Rhythm Section, and even Bon Jovi at the grand opening of his Nashville venue.
“In 2026, the band continues its momentum with their second tour across Europe – bringing their soul-drenched Southern rock to an ever-growing global audience. Their first major sync placement through Dana White's Power Slap garnered eyes and ears on the band when their song 'Rock All Nite' was featured in a recent promo for the growing new sport.
“Their rise hasn’t gone unnoticed. Hippies & Cowboys have been featured in Rolling Stone, People Magazine, and Paste Magazine, cementing their status as one of the most compelling acts in the modern Southern rock revival. Equal parts throwback and forward-thinking, Hippies & Cowboys are living proof that rock ’n’ roll is alive, loud, and ready for its next chapter.”
Hippies & Cowboys perform their Davenport engagement on September 2, admission to the 6 p.m. concert is $26.45, and more information and tickets are available by visiting TheRaccoonMotel.com.
