$20 ADV / $25 DOS
7:30pm and 9:30pm Shows (Ticketed Separately)
Get ready for an unforgettable night of soulful jazz and hip-hop vibes as Brandon Commodore celebrates the release of his debut EP This Is 40 at Berlin—Minneapolis’ freshest new jazz club. With an all-star lineup, this performance promises 100% good energy, rich grooves, and music that moves both heart and body. Come feel the vibe and experience the sound of a seasoned artist stepping into his own.
Band Members:
Brandon Commodore - Drums
David Billingsley - Keys
Spencer Christensen - Guitar
Jalyn Spencer - Bass
Peter Vircks - Saxophone
DJ SHU - Soundscapes
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Brandon Commodore began his professional music career at the age of 19, quickly establishing himself on the Midwest scene as a dynamic drummer with a deep sense of groove and versatility. In 2006, he stepped onto the international stage as the touring drummer for the Grammy Award–winning group Sounds of Blackness. Two years later, he joined the legendary R&B band Mint Condition, touring globally and sharpening his skills as a performer and collaborator.
In 2010, Brandon began writing and producing original music, developing his own band, and expanding his role into bandleader and music director. His talents have led him to program and arrange live shows and to become proficient in tools like Logic Pro and Ableton Live. Since 2017, he has served as drummer and music director for Stokley, the lead singer of Mint Condition; in 2019, he joined Prince’s iconic band the New Power Generation. He tours and performs with both groups to this day. Brandon has also collaborated with a wide range of artists including Paul Peterson; Steve Cole; and his mother, jazz vocalist Ginger Commodore.
After two decades of shaping sound behind the scenes and on stage, Brandon is stepping forward with music under his own name. His debut EP, This Is 40, set for release in late September, is a vibrant blend of soulful jazz and hip-hop—an honest reflection of his journey, growth, and voice as an artist and creative leader.
