Chicago’s Original Blend Band, The Claudettes, to Perform Live at the Upcoming Event
<Crystal Lake>, IL – August 8, 2024 – Chicago, IL – Raue Center For The Arts is proud to present The Claudettes, an original Chicago band known for their unique blend of blues, jazz, and rockabilly, on Friday, February 21, 2025, at 8:00 pm.
Led by Emmy-winning songwriter Johnny Iguana, the composer of the score for the smash-hit FX/Hulu series “The Bear,” The Claudettes have garnered international acclaim for their piano-powered “garage cabaret” sound. The band’s eclectic style, described as a mix of blues, jazz, and rockabilly, has been praised by critics and audiences alike.
Featuring Rachel Williams on vocals, Johnny Iguana on piano, vocals, and songwriting, Zach Verdoorn on bass, guitar, and vocals, and Michael Caskey on drums, The Claudettes promise an evening of original music that pushes the boundaries of rock while staying grounded in blues and jazz.
The Minneapolis Star-Tribune describes The Claudettes as “a skewed cabaret band of blues, jazz, and rockabilly with a sensibility that feels equal parts James Dean and David Lynch.” Their sonic playing field has been praised for tastefully blending the blues and everything beyond, showcasing the band’s superpower of songwriting, as noted by NPR Music.
In addition to their musical prowess, Johnny Iguana has earned Blues Music Award and Living Blues Award nominations, and has an impressive list of collaborations with renowned artists such as Buddy Guy, Junior Wells, Derek Trucks, Mick Jagger, and Keith Richards.
For more information on tour dates, photos, videos, and music, visit The Claudettes’ website at http://theclaudettes.com/.
Don’t miss this opportunity to witness The Claudettes’ captivating performance at [Venue Name] on February 21, 2025. Get your tickets now for an evening filled with the electrifying sounds of The Claudettes.
Tickets start at $29* ($20.30* for RaueNOW Members*) and may be purchased online at rauecenter.org or via the Box Office at 815.356.9212 or 26 N. Williams Street in downtown Crystal Lake. Become a RaueNOW Member and get 30% Off Tickets and early access to upcoming shows. Restrictions and fees may apply.
About Raue Center For The Arts
Raue Center is a 501(c)3 nonprofit organization dedicated to enriching the lives of all through the arts. For 20 years, they have provided quality programming – striving to make it pertinent, available, and affordable to all. As a painstakingly restored, 1920s regional showcase theatre named for its benefactor—Lucile Raue—Raue Center has attracted the finest stars, Broadway shows, musicians and artists. Named on the League of Historic American Theatres, Raue Center is one of the finest examples of restored art and decor in the nation. The 750-seat theatre, located in historic downtown Crystal Lake, Illinois, is a gathering place for our region’s citizens and has become a true destination.
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