Eldridge, IA natives turned Minnesota transplants, Doug Collins and the Receptionists will be hosting an album release event for their new EP, Davenport IA. The River Music Experience Community Room in downtown Davenport is the spot to be to catch singer/songwriter and published and produced playwright Collins and his band, with the show happening on Thursday June 5th.
Voted finalist for Best Song of the year in 2013 in the Minneapolis Star-Tribune, Davenport IA is a homecoming tribute for the band which plays original works with a style that Collins says is a mix of his favorite musicians. From MinnPost.com: "I love Hank Williams, the Beatles, the Replacements, Dylan and Springsteen, and I keep going back to them for inspiration. These guys took themselves seriously, and worked as hard as they could, and that's all you can do."
The Receptionists, who are fellow North Scott High School grads, Craig and Kevin Kluever will join Collins on stage as their Midwest tour wraps up in Davenport. Collins was dubbed "the Pope of Open Mic Village" in the Twin Cities, but he is excited to unveil his new album in his hometown. After party will begin at Me and Billy, 200 West 3rd Street, Davenport, IA 52801 immediately after RME show.
WHAT: EP Release event for Doug Collins and the Receptionists
WHERE: River Music Experience Community Stage
WHEN: Thursday, June 5th, 2014
TIME: Doors open at 6:30pm
MORE INFORMATION: Contact Doug Collins at 651.239.3781 ordac719@gmail.com
