Sun’s Out, Drums Out

Back after last year’s success, the 2022 free summer outdoor concert series returns next week at the Fairfield Arts and Convention Center. Catch awesome Midwest bands every other Thursday night at 7 p.m. all summer long. Gather your lawn chairs and all the people you like and come out to 200 N. Main Street, Fairfield to enjoy great music in great company.

June 9: Bambu

The “Legendary Free Psych World Beat Melodic Soul Collective” returns to Fairfield after a four-year hiatus.

Because really, what better way is there to kick off the 2022 summer season than with a big ol’ dance party?

June 23: Tropicante

We’re keeping the dance party going – Latin America style!

Get ready to be energized by the sound of popular Latin beats, which will have you dancing and clapping to the Colombian cumbia, Dominican merengue, Brazilian samba, and more.

July 7: James Tutson & The Rollback

Iowa Public Radio’s “Artist of the Month” in Feb. 2022, James Tutson & The Rollback blend old school R&B, southern gospel, and gorgeous vocals to create a “roughed up soul” sound loved by critics and audiences alike.

July 21: The Way Down Wanderers

Rated #1 of 10 New Artists You Need To Know by Rolling Stone Country, these guys sing like angels but write songs with guts that are unmistakably earthbound, with every word daring the listener to bravely embrace their best life.

Aug. 4: Diplomats of Solid Sound

Iowa legends, DOSS is a song writing powerhouse. They mix a smooth cocktail of old school funk, soul, and Americana that’s been featured in dozens of hit TV shows and movies throughout their 20+ year career.

Aug. 18: Dandelion Stompers

The Dandelion Stompers bring you New Orleans jazz with all the trimmings. Start with a grade-A rhythm section, add a savory selection of horns, round out the mixture with hot and spicy vocals and you’ve got a recipe for Dandelion gumbo.