Nikka Costa at Varsity

From Los Angeles, California

First Twin Cities show since since October 30, 2008

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From last.fm:

Nikka Costa is an American singer whose music combines elements of funk, soul, and blues, among other genres. Born Domenica Costa on 4th June 1972 in Tokyo, Japan, she is relatively unknown in the United States, although she has achieved impressive commercial success overseas, most notably in Australia and Germany. She is the daughter of Don Costa, an arranger and producer of pop music, with whom she recorded several albums as a child, many of which have gone platinum. Frank Sinatra, a close friend of her father's, was her godfather. Read more about Nikka Costa on Last.fm.

From Minneapolis

First show since since August 6, 2011 • First Varsity show since April 1, 2011 • First show supporting a touring headliner since February 26, 2011 • 28th show on MN Live's calendar since October 25, 2007

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From last.fm:

Chastity Brown is a soul singer/songwriter raised in Tennessee, now based in Minneapolis, MN. Chastity channels songs that are carried deep in the American pysche: the hunger, desperation and confidence that runs through our times. She’ll put a spell on you. Sweet as molasses and woodsmoke, clear and burning as summer sun, Chastity Brown casts magic. Her voice brings you to the crossroads with every turn, warms, comforts and challenges you. Read more about Chastity Brown on Last.fm.

Added to bill on Aug 11