This week’s entertainment spotlights

Oct. 17 |   Acoustic Africa: Dobet Gnahoré, Manu Gallo and Kareyce Fotso   Sun,, Oct. 21, 7 and 9 pm Dakota Jazz Club & Restaurant 1010 Nicollet Mall, Mpls., 612-332-1010 or www.dakotacooks.com Acoustic Africa 2012 focuses on the richness of the...

Marcus Miller: Musician/composer draws from rich history of working with legends

Sep. 5 |   Marcus Miller has one of world’s most recognizable bass sounds, and he’s bringing that sound to the Dakota for a two-night stint on Sept 11-12. At 53, his impressive musical résumé reads like a who’s who of some of the best talent in...

Martha Reeves and the Vandellas bring memories like a ‘Heat Wave’ to Dakota

Feb. 8 | Martha Reeves and the Vandellas played four sold-out shows at the Dakota Jan. 11-12. Photo by James L. Stroud, Jr. By James L. Stroud, Jr. Contributing Writer   Fans of Martha Reeves and the Vandellas who were fortunate enough to get tickets...