Welcome

Dred I Dread is a Minneapolis, MN based Reggae Band. The Band was formed in 1998 and chosen as "Best Local Reggae Band" by City Pages Magazine in 1999. The debut CD "Listen to the Revolution" was released in March 1999. The CD was produced by Reggae Keyboardist Tony “Asher” Brisset, one of the founding members of Black Uhuru. During 2000 and 2001, Dred I Dread was named "Best Reggae Band in Minnesota" by the members of the Minnesota Music Academy. Dred I Dread shared stages with Chronixx, The Wailers, Yellowman, Israel Vibration, The Meditations, De La Soul, Jimmy Cliff, Sister Carol, Third World, Wailing Souls and many other international acts.

Our latest studio album Listen to the Evolution is out @ iTunes, Amazon, Spotify and other online stores. You can also download our songs including some rare recordings from our website.

The Dred I Dread Team

Previous events

Private Event

Saturday, September 12 @ 5:00PM — 8:00PMSat, Sep 12 @ 5:00PM — 8:00PM

Rawle G & Desiree House Party

Saturday, August 29 @ 5:00PM — 8:00PMSat, Aug 29 @ 5:00PM — 8:00PM

Private Event

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Nordeast Big River Brew Fest

Saturday, October 5, 2019 @ 1:00PMSat, Oct 5, 2019 @ 1:00PM

East Side Neighborhood Services, , 1700 2nd St. NE, Minneapolis

Dred I Dread' s stage time TBA between 1-4 PM.

Come sample beer, snack on great food, listen to live music, drink from a free tasting mug, and be part of the craft brew community at this East Side event. All proceeds benefit the programs of East Side Neighborhood Services.

Must be 21 years of age to attend. Dogs are welcome!

Look forward to these breweries: Burning Brothers Brewing, 56 Brewing, Tin Whiskers Brewing Co., Able Seedhouse & Brewery, Sierra Nevada Brewing Co., Clear River Beverage, Modist Brewing Company, Broken Clock Brewing Cooperative, Brau Brothers Brewing Co., the Nordeast Brewers Alliance, Fair State Brewing Cooperative, Pryes Brewing, Spooky Craft Cocktails, Lakes & Legends, Minneapolis Cider Company, and many more to come!!

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Tangletown Street Party

Saturday, September 28, 2019 @ 7:00PMSat, Sep 28, 2019 @ 7:00PM

El Jefe Parking Lot (53rd and Lyndale Ave S)

Ready to party it up with your neighbors? Join us for live music, food and drinks in El Jefe’s parking lot at 53rd and Lyndale. Come early to socialize with your friends and neighbors while enjoying a Tangletown Margarita and a bite to eat.

7:00pm Social Hour 8:00pm-10:00pm Live Music featuring Dred I Dread

All ages/ no cover

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Dred I Dread at the Xcel Energy Plaza

Wednesday, September 4, 2019 @ 5:00PMWed, Sep 4, 2019 @ 5:00PM

Minneapolis Central Library, 404 Nicollet Mall, Minneapolis, MN 55401, Minneapolis

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Dred I Dread @ Lake Harriet Bandshell

Friday, August 30, 2019 @ 7:30PMFri, Aug 30, 2019 @ 7:30PM

Lake Harriet Band Shell, 4135 E Lake Harriet Blvd, Minneapolis, MN 55419

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Dred I Dread @ the Harbor Bar

Saturday, August 24, 2019 @ 3:00PMSat, Aug 24, 2019 @ 3:00PM

Harbor Bar, 825th St, Hager City, WI 54014

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Dred I Dread @ Pounder's Bar & Grill

Saturday, August 17, 2019 @ 6:00PMSat, Aug 17, 2019 @ 6:00PM

Pounder's Bar & Grill, 610 W Lake St W, Cologne, MN 55322

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Dred I Dread @ the Harbor Bar

Saturday, August 10, 2019 @ 3:00PMSat, Aug 10, 2019 @ 3:00PM

Harbor Bar, 825th St, Hager City, WI 54014

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Dred I Dread at the Harbor Bar Reggae Festival

Friday, July 26, 2019 @ 9:30PMFri, Jul 26, 2019 @ 9:30PM

Harbor Bar, 825th St, Hager City, WI 54014

Don't miss the Dred I Dread' s performance at the annual Reggae Music Festival at the Harbor Bar. All you need to do is take a short drive down the Mississippi river till you get to Red Wing, MN. Then take a shot across the river into Sconni and you'll find yourself in Hager City.

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Dred I Dread @ Worthington International Festival

Saturday, July 13, 2019 @ 7:00PMSat, Jul 13, 2019 @ 7:00PM

Downtown , Worthington, MN

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Dred I Dread at Women’s World Cup Street Fair

Sunday, June 16, 2019 @ 3:00PMSun, Jun 16, 2019 @ 3:00PM

La Doña Cerveceria and Royal Foundry , 241 Fremont Ave N, Minneapolis, MN 55405

Join us Sunday, June 16, 2019, "One World|Two Cities". At La Doña Cerveceria and Royal Foundry facilities. We will display the USA Women's Nat'l Team v Chile on a massive screen (8AM). But first, we will host a 3K run (7AM), thereafter stay for a Carnevale; Food, Music, Games and FREE Family fun!

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Dred I Dread at the Spring Ting

Saturday, June 8, 2019 @ 7:30PMSat, Jun 8, 2019 @ 7:30PM

Pimento Jamaican Kitchen, 2524 Nicollet Ave,, Minneapolis, MN 55404

It’s the annual Reggae Dancehall Jungle bash SPRING TING at Pimento Jamaican Kitchen! This is an all-day till 2am indoor/outdoor event with 2 stages and plenty of entertainment for all. Make sure you grab some delicious Jamaican food and a drink from the Rum Bar.

Rain or shine it’s time to bubble and wine!

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Dred I Dread @ Carlton College 38th Annual Spring Fest

Saturday, May 25, 2019 @ 4:30PMSat, May 25, 2019 @ 4:30PM

Carlton College

Private Event for the Students

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Dred I Dread Live - KBEK 95.5 FM

Friday, May 24, 2019 @ 7:00PMFri, May 24, 2019 @ 7:00PM

Dred I Dread live on the radio. Tune into 95.5 FM.

Tickets go on slae 4/20 at 4:20 PM

Doors 7:00 PM Show goes live at 8:00. Legal I.D. at 9:00 Dred I Dread will be playing until 10:00 PM and some more :-)

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Dred I Dread @ Pimento

Saturday, April 13, 2019 @ 7:00PMSat, Apr 13, 2019 @ 7:00PM

Pimento Jamaican Kitchen, 2524 Nicollet Ave,, Minneapolis, MN 55404

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Dred I Dread @ Bent Paddle Brewing

Saturday, March 30, 2019 @ 9:00PMSat, Mar 30, 2019 @ 9:00PM

Bent Paddle, 1832 W. MICHIGAN ST, DULUTH, MN 55806

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Bob Marley Birthday Bash @the Hook

Saturday, March 2, 2019 @ 8:00PMSat, Mar 2, 2019 @ 8:00PM

Hook & Ladder Lounge, 3010 Minnehaha Ave, Minneapolis, MN 55406

The Hook and Ladder theater is hosting the 4th Annual Bob Marley Birthday Bash with Madison's own reggae ambassadors Natty Nation, Minneapolis' Dred I Dread, & local DJ I Roach, for a celebration of Bob Marley's music!

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Dred I Dread @ Pimento

Friday, February 15, 2019 @ 9:00PMFri, Feb 15, 2019 @ 9:00PM

Pimento Jamaican Kitchen, 2524 Nicollet Ave,, Minneapolis, MN 55404

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Dred I Dread @ Day Block Brewing

Saturday, February 9, 2019 @ 9:00PMSat, Feb 9, 2019 @ 9:00PM

Day Block Brewing, 1105 S Washington Ave, Minneapolis, MN 55415

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Trodding Through Creation Music Video

Live from Studio 5 - KFAI Radio!