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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

Dred I Dread @ Worthington International Festival

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

Downtown , Worthington, MN

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Dred I Dread at Women’s World Cup Street Fair

Sunday, June 16 @ 3:00PMSun, Jun 16 @ 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 @ 7:30PMSat, Jun 8 @ 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 @ 4:30PMSat, May 25 @ 4:30PM

Carlton College

Private Event for the Students

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Dred I Dread Live - KBEK 95.5 FM

Friday, May 24 @ 7:00PMFri, May 24 @ 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 @ 7:00PMSat, Apr 13 @ 7:00PM

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

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Dred I Dread @ Bent Paddle Brewing

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

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

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Bob Marley Birthday Bash @the Hook

Saturday, March 2 @ 8:00PMSat, Mar 2 @ 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 @ 9:00PMFri, Feb 15 @ 9:00PM

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

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Dred I Dread @ Day Block Brewing

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

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

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Dred I Dread @ Pimento

Friday, January 18 @ 7:00PMFri, Jan 18 @ 7:00PM

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

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Dred I Dread at Mankato State U

Wednesday, January 16 @ 11:00AMWed, Jan 16 @ 11:00AM

MN State University Mankato, 220 Centennial Student Union, Mankato, MN 56001

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Dred I Dread at Pimento

Saturday, October 13, 2018 @ 9:30PMSat, Oct 13, 2018 @ 9:30PM

Pimento Jamaican Kitchen & Rum Bar, 2524 Nicollet Ave,, Minneapolis, MN 55404

Dred I Dread' s debut appearance at the Pimento. We are continuing to celebrate our 20+ years in Minneapolis. Come and join us for the live and direct Reggae Party. No cover.

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Reggae Sundays at the Nomad with Dred I Dread sponsored by Rasta Tease

Sunday, August 26, 2018 @ 6:00PM — 9:00PMSun, Aug 26, 2018 @ 6:00PM — 9:00PM

Nomad World Pub, 501 Cedar Avenue, Minneapolis, MN 55404

Peewee Dread' s Birthday Celebration - Dred I Dread' s version of Sunday afternoons at the Nomad. Sponsored by Rasta Tease Hot BBQ Sauces. Come get some food and listen to Reggae music by Dred I Dread.

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Dred I Dread @ NE Street Fest

Thursday, August 23, 2018 @ 4:00PMThu, Aug 23, 2018 @ 4:00PM

22nd Ave NE & Quincy St NE, Minneapolis

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Loud On The River 2 with Dred I Dread

Sunday, July 29, 2018 @ 7:00PMSun, Jul 29, 2018 @ 7:00PM

Padelford Riverboats, Harriet Island, Saint Paul, Minnesota 55107

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Dred I Dread @ Harbor Bar Feggae Fest

Friday, July 27, 2018 @ 10:00PMFri, Jul 27, 2018 @ 10:00PM

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

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Reggae Sundays at the Nomad with Dred I Dread sponsored by Rasta Tease

Sunday, July 22, 2018 @ 6:00PM — 9:00PMSun, Jul 22, 2018 @ 6:00PM — 9:00PM

Nomad World Pub, 501 Cedar Avenue, Minneapolis, MN 55454

Dred I Dread' s version of Sunday afternoons at the Nomad. Sponsored by Rasta Tease Hot BBQ Sauces. Come get some food and listen to Reggae music by Dred I Dread.

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Dred I Dread @ Little Mekong Night Market 2018

Saturday, July 7, 2018 @ 6:00PMSat, Jul 7, 2018 @ 6:00PM

Little Mekong Night Market, University + Western Avenue, St. Paul, MN

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Dred I Dread 4th of July Celebration with Peewee Dread

Wednesday, July 4, 2018Wed, Jul 4, 2018

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Trodding Through Creation Music Video

Live from Studio 5 - KFAI Radio!