Upcoming RICO ENTERTAINMENT Shows:
These are all of the shows that I've booked for the bands listed below. I've removed most of the venue names to somewhat protect giving away my leads too easily. I've had too many agents and bands easily pick up on the leads I've provided. It shouldn't be that easy for them, they should work for it too, like I had to. This is not any band's full schedule. Check their websites for each band's full schedule.
!! LAMONT CRANSTON BAND NEWS MAY '26 !!
Well, we said Bon Voyage to Pat on May 16. He packed up and moved to Madison, WI (DeForest) to be with his daughter and grandkids. Pat is hanging in there and getting a little better every day. He still has some balance and stability issues, but getting better. He's in good spirits. He's been painting and drawing, playing a little guitar and harmonica, and still writing some songs. He has no plans to return to the stage. I still left the GoFundMe open for awhile to give them a little boost now and then. Leave some messages and any best wishes. Thanks again Pat for all the great music through the years. He says Hi to all and thanks everyone for their continued support and thoughts.
!! LAMONT CRANSTON BAND NEWS DECEMBER '25 !!
Hi. Sorry it's been awhile, but people have been asking for an update on Pat. It's still been a slow process, but before winter hit, he was getting PT a couple times a week and they actually would get him outside and take a short walk down the street. Now, he's getting PT once a week indoors. He still has some balance and stability issues, but getting better. He's in good spirits. He's been painting and drawing, playing a little guitar and harmonica, and still writing some songs. He may even have more of his artwork for sale soon. The pieces he had at the benefit in April were a big hit and they all sold. Keep an eye open for more posts here and probably on Facebook. He says Hi to all and thanks everyone for their continued support and thoughts. Every little bit still always helps, so if you can donate below at all, it's really appreciated. Thanks
!! NEWS MARCH '25 !!
Pat Hayes, leader of The Lamont Cranston Band is back home now and is still recovering from his recent stroke in early December 2024. Recovery is pretty slow but little by little he's making some progress. All shows are cancelled for 2025. Stay tuned for updates.
** Please donate to help with Pat Hayes' Medical Bills and Expenses ** You can scan this QR code. GoFundMe link below OR at gofund.me/c94e9c81
Pat Hayes' GoFundMe
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!! NEWS !!
A BIG THANK YOU to all who came out to Medina Entertainment Center on Sat. April 26 for the benefit/fundraiser for Pat Hayes of The Lamont Cranston Band. About 600+ people showed up to support him. The huge silent auction of about 140 items was tremendous and everything was bid on and sold except for 4-5 things. A pair of Front Row seats donated by Bonnie Raitt, along with other items donated by Dan Aykroyd, Jim Belushi, Famous Dave Anderson, and more. Pat Hayes even had 5 of his own paintings up for auction. What a variety of things; 3 guitars, lots of art and jewelry, Resort getaways, Golf packages, Festival and Concert tickets, etc. It was a big success, and it raised a nice chunk of money to help Pat along on his road to recovery. He's still on a long road to recovery. We will keep the GoFundMe up and running for anyone that may feel like offering a little more help along the way.
Mick Sterling did a great job as the emcee, and read some heartfelt words from Pat Hayes himself that he passed along to be read...
"I'm blown away and really humbled by all of the support from all of the people, the fans, and the musicians out there. I hope to work my way back onto the stage as soon as time allows. THANK YOU. THANK YOU." - Pat Hayes
Thanks to John Hammer at Blue Monday Monthly for the nice article and to Gary Eckhart and John Botkin for the great photos.
2026
NO LAMONT CRANSTON SHOWS LISTED - ALL ARE CANCELLED FOR 2026
JANUARY
Friday, January 2, 2026 - Vivian Hayes & The Hi-Praise, St. Paul, MN
Friday, January 16, 2026 - The Jimmys, St. Paul, MN
FEBRUARY
MARCH
Friday, March 13, 2026 - The Jimmys, St. Paul, MN
Saturday, March 28, 2026 - A Hard Days Night, Richfield, MN
APRIL
Friday, April 17, 2026 - Reverend Raven & The CSAB with Westside Andy, St. Paul, MN
Saturday, April 18, 2026 - Reverend Raven & The CSAB with Westside Andy, Mankato, MN
MAY
Friday, May 29, 2026 - Reverend Raven & The CSAB with Westside Andy, St. Paul, MN
JUNE
Saturday, June 13, 2026 - Reverend Raven & The CSAB with Westside Andy, Ambassadors Blues Festival, St. Peter, MN
Saturday, June 13, 2026 - Denise La Grassa Band, Ambassadors Blues Festival, St. Peter, MN
Sunday, June 28, 2026 - The Jimmys, Vet's Fest, Stillwater, MN
JULY
Friday, July 17, 2026 - Vivian Hayes & The Hi-Praise, St. Paul, MN
Friday, July 24, 2026 - The Jimmys, St. Paul, MN
Thursday, July 30, 2026 - The Jimmys, Bloomington, MN
Friday, July 31, 2026 - The Jimmys, Warba, MN
Friday, July 31, 2026 - Reverend Raven & The CSAB with Westside Andy, 3 Lakes, WI
AUGUST
Saturday, August 1, 2026 - The Jimmys, Harris, MN
Saturday, August 15, 2026 - Johnny Rawls, Bayfront Blues Festival, Duluth, MN
Sunday, August 16, 2026 - Reverend Raven & The CSAB with Westside Andy, Bayfront Blues Festival, Duluth, MN
Friday, August 21, 2026 - The Jimmys, Shell Lake, WI
Friday, August 21, 2026 - Reverend Raven & The CSAB with Westside Andy, St. Peter, MN
Saturday, August 22, 2026 - Reverend Raven & The CSAB with Westside Andy, St. Paul, MN
Saturday, August 29, 2026 - G.B. Leighton, Westonka Food Shelf fundraiser, Spring Park, MN
SEPTEMBER
Sunday, September 6, 2026 - The Jimmys, MN State Fair, St. Paul, MN
Monday, September 7, 2026 - The Jimmys, MN State Fair, St. Paul, MN
OCTOBER
NOVEMBER
Friday, November 6, 2026 - Reverend Raven & The CSAB with Westside Andy, Bangor, WI
Sunday, November 8, 2026 - John Beach Tribute, Blues Saloon, St. Paul, MN details coming soon
DECEMBER
All Band's Past Dates
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