Durand Improvement Group preparing for first 2015 Music in the Park June 24

Durand Improvement Group and wonderful community sponsors are proud to announce the first show of the summer season on Wednesday, June 24th, from 6-9 p.m. at the Band shell in Memorial Park, Durand.
A rock-n-roll original will be joining us for an evening of electricity and music hosted by second generation rocker & Rockabilly Hall of Famer Robby Vee.
Robby Vee “The Prince of Twang” was born Robert Velline named after his father Bobby Vee. He is recognized by both the American and Canadian Rockabilly Hall of Fames and has been performing his unique style of Rock-n-Roll music for years on stages across the globe.
Having been on tour with legends and architects of rock-n-roll, Robby has learned from and shared credits and stages with the best. Robby is known for combining elements of his vast repertoire and telling stories that bridge the generation gap from the roots of Rock-n-Roll to the new sounds of Americana music of today.
As an entertainer with many studio records to his name, countless guest artist credits, and a history of extensive touring, Vee has captured the attention of audiences and respected industry professionals both nationally and internationally.
Claude Hall, radio-TV editor of Billboard Magazine noted; If this guy had been around during the era of Elvis, he would have given Elvis a run for his money.
Comments from others: “This cat sure can play.” –Carl Perkins; “Robby’s a true guitar slinger!”–Ronnie Wood of the Rolling Stones; “These guys could play on any stage.”-Sir Paul McCartney; “This is the same stuff I used to make my records with... Straight from the hip.” –Dion; “Great Band, Great show.”–Robert Plant of Led Zeppelin.
Robby Vee is currently touring to audiences worldwide playing fairs, festivals, theatres, and casinos with his “Rock-n-Roll Caravan Show.” The Caravan Show pays tribute to the golden era of rock n’ roll featuring a new release and show segment titled “Vee sings Vee,” with the Strings & Things Rock-n-Roll Orchestra.
This featured segment is a tip of the hat to his father’s legacy that includes video, stories, and top charting hits: Take Good Care of My Baby, The Night Has a Thousand Eyes, Rubber Ball, Devil or Angel, Run to Him, Come Back When You Grow-up Girl, Love You More Then I Can Say and others.
Bobby Vee is one of the longest lasting teen idols and at one time Billboard Magazine considered him one of the most consistent chart makers ever with 38 Hot 100 chart hits, Vee picks up where the Buddy Holly Story leaves off, “The Day the Music Died.”
On Feb 3, 1959 Bobby Vee filled in for Buddy Holly at the Moorhead Armory and the rest is rock n’ roll history.
50/50 Raffle - DIG’s Goal is to refurbish the Band shell Basement.
We will have raffle tickets at each DIG event until we reach our goal.
Our plan is to turn the current cellar style basement into a safe and secure changing room for City of Durand event participants, entertainers, and school programs.
Food Vendors June 2015 Event
Pepin County 4-H - Dairy Wagon - Root Beer Floats - Ice Cream Sundaes; Faith Lutheran Church - BBQ & Chips - Fruit Cups; Boy Scouts - Bars/Cookies; DIG – Pizza (Alex’s).
Mark Your Calendars for the Rest of the Summer.
Wednesday July 22 DARLENE and the BOYS: “CONTAGIOUS FOR ALL AGES” - NASHVILLE & BRANSON
Wednesday Aug. 26 - The Whitesidewalls at Great Taste of Durand
Bring a lawn chair, enjoy good food & music with family and friends.
Please leave Fido at home - City Ordinance. NO DOGS IN PARK
For more information on this, and other DIG events, visit www.durandimprovementgroup.org