Freddy Allen SOLO LIVE @ the C&P

The Crane & Pelican Cafe 127 S. 2nd St., Le Claire, IA

Freddy Allen is a Quad City treasure and if you haven't heard him perform you're missing out. His shows here almost always sell out so call today to save your spot at 563-289-8774.

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Steve Grismore at the C&P

The Crane & Pelican Cafe 127 S. 2nd St., Le Claire, IA

Steve Grismore- is a recently retiered Instructor ofJazz Studies at the University of Iowa (Iowa City, IA). A prolific performer,Grismore has been playing guitar for over 55 years and has degrees from G.I.T.(now called M.I.) and The University of Iowa (B.M. and M.A.). He has recordedthree nationally distributed CDs for the Accurate label (Boston) with the“Grismore/Scea Group”, 8 cd’s with Iowa’s very own salsa band, "OrquestaAlto Maiz", and 3 cd’s with the group “Oddbar” and numerous other recordingwith friends around the country. Steve released a cd in 2012 “Besame Mucho”with the Steve Grismore Trio (featuring Sam Salamone and John Kizilarmut) andthe Gizmojazz cd “Me and My Machine” released 2018. Currently Steve isperforming with variations of his own trio with various organ, bassists, anddrummers, a classic rock band the Beaker Brothers, 3 Dawgs and a Bone,The Iowa Jazz Composers Orchestra and the funk fusion band Big Fun. Additionally, he has recorded and/or performed with such jazz greats as, DavidSanborn, Charlie Haden, Matt Wilson, Tim Hagans, Robin Eubanks, BobbyShew, Steve Swallow, Carla Bley, Paul Smoker, Sex Mob, Vinny Golia, KennyWheeler, Corey Christiansen, Mike Lee, Jeff Coffin, Ben Allison, Damon Short,Ryan Shultz, Kim Richmond, John Daniel, Dane Richeson, John Carlson, JohnnyRabb, Victor Mendoza, Tom Davis, John Rapson and many more. He is also theco-founder and former Musical Director of the nationally recognized Iowa CityJazz Festival.

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Ron Tegeler & Glenda & Kirk

The Crane & Pelican Cafe 127 S. 2nd St., Le Claire, IA

Ron, Glenda, & Kirk are world class musicians who play because they love the music & the good vibes they bring just might solve all of your problems. Have you ever experienced the smoothness of a Hammond jazz organ through a Leslie amp? It will cure what ails you. Call today to save your spot at 563-289-8774.

Josh Duffee Jazz Trio

Legendary Quad Cities drummer Josh Duffee teams up with other local Jazz greats to perform the classics. Call today to save your spot 563-289-8774.

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Sean Kistler at the C&P

The Crane & Pelican Cafe 127 S. 2nd St., Le Claire, IA

Sean Kistler brings the the one man band and plays songs that will keep you humming along and your toes a tapping. Call today to save your spot at 563-289-8774

Drag Brunch at the C&P

The Crane & Pelican Cafe 127 S. 2nd St., Le Claire, IA

Come experience DRAG BRUNCH!!! Buffet Brunch from 10-11, drag show from 11-12:30. Amazing delicious buffet of brunch food includes Jeana's Eggs Benedict Scramble, Breakfast potatoes, Cantaloupe Crepes, Biscuits & Gravy, Banana's Foster Bread Pudding, Chicken Salad on a Croissant, Bacon & Cheddar grits, & Fresh Fruit. Bloody Marys, Mimosas, & Keoke Coffees are featured too. AMAZING Drag Show - Hosted by Lyrica Simone & featuring the talents of Anjilla Cavalier & Tara Williams. This one of a kind experience should not be missed!!!!

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Ben Schmidt Duo @ the C&P

The Crane & Pelican Cafe 127 S. 2nd St., Le Claire, IA

Iowa City musician Ben Schmidt has been on the Eastern Iowa scene for a while, releasing two critically-acclaimed self-released albums– Write It Down in 2002 and While You Were Sleeping in 2005. His press releases draw accurate comparisons to  John Gorka, Jesse Winchester, Kelly Joe Phelps and Leonard Cohen. Don't miss your chance to catch this duo at the Crane & Pelican in LeClaire. Call 563-289-8774 to reserve your spot.

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Lewis Knudsen in LeClaire

The Crane & Pelican Cafe 127 S. 2nd St., Le Claire, IA

Lewis Knudsen is a singer / songwriter / music composer based in Rock Island, IL.In 2007 - 2008 Lewis was waiting tables in Chicago, writing songs all the time, not knowing what to do with music, tried to start a band, it absolutely did not work. Lewis constantly wondered what the heck he was doing with his 20's.Loving music, but not knowing what to do with it, Lewis had also always wanted to travel, and learn another language, In early 2009, he decided to put music on the back burner and go to South Korea to teach English at Nokyang Elementary School in Uijeongbu, north of Seoul. Lewis actually did learn Korean and his experience during these two years was absolutely transformative with a variety of life challenges and lessons.Lewis also learned that sometimes when you give something up, you get it back, as he ended up meeting a couple other music inclined English teachers in Korea, with whom he successfully formed a gigging band with, called "Takeout".In early 2011, Lewis returned to the US with a renewed sense of opportunity and adventure in life. He began playing live music in Senior Living homes, and quickly started playing restaurants, cafes, bars, wineries, basically anywhere that paid.Lewis continued to play music while working part time jobs until eventually, as of January 1st 2018, he was able to say he earned 100% of his living from music performance, he was definitely grinding, playing over 200 gigs a year, but was living the dream.As a celebration of the move to full time music, at the outset of 2018 Lewis decided to write and record a new original song every week. On any streaming service you can find all of the individual tracks from this project as singles, as well as an album called simply "2018" which is sort of a 'best of' from this ambitious songwriting project.March 15th, 2020 amidst the COVID 19 pandemic, the shutdown happened and all the gigs were gone. Lewis started doing Facebook livestream concerts, including a 12 hour concert, and fans, friends, and family showed up in a huge way, but Lewis knew that he needed to look at other avenues of music in the long term.Lewis stumbled into the world of commercial music composition and after only 5 months of honing his craft, landed a song on a commerical in Paris, France for Ouigo, a high speed train service, and continues to write and record music for major brands all across the globe.It's been quite a wild ride but he wouldn't trade it for anything.

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The David Killlinger Lightfoot Experience

The Crane & Pelican Cafe 127 S. 2nd St., Le Claire, IA

Autumn swears that David plays Lightfoot better than Lightfoot. Autumn began his restaurant career working at David's restaurant in Port Byron called "G's", so he would know. These music pros always pack them in so don't wait to make your reservation and tell 'em you want to hear the music. Quad City music legends Rob Dahms, & Poker Player Paul Mikles round out this amazing sound and experience. Call 563-289-8774 for your reservation

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Freddy Allen SOLO Live in LeClaire

The Crane & Pelican Cafe 127 S. 2nd St., Le Claire, IA

Freddy Allen on a Friday Night LIVE is not to be missed. Join us as Freddy sings the classsics and some Christmas Music to kick off the holiday season. Save your spot NOW by calling 563-289-8774.

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Drag Brunch at the Crane & Pelican

The Crane & Pelican Cafe 127 S. 2nd St., Le Claire, IA

Come experience DRAG BRUNCH!!! Buffet Brunch from 10-11, drag show from 11-12:30. Amazing delicious buffet of brunch food includes Jeana's Eggs Benedict Scramble, Breakfast potatoes, Cantaloupe Crepes, Biscuits & Gravy, Banana's Foster Bread Pudding, Chicken Salad on a Croissant, Bacon & Cheddar grits, & Fresh Fruit. Bloody Marys, Mimosas, & Keoke Coffees are featured too. AMAZING Drag Show - Hosted by Lyrica Simone & featuring the talents of Anjilla Cavalier & Tara Williams. This one of a kind experience should not be missed!!!!

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Rob & Rita in LeClaire

The Crane & Pelican Cafe 127 S. 2nd St., Le Claire, IA

Quad City Guitar Legends Rob Dahms & Rita Reeter grace our dining room with a performance of music classics appealing to all ages. Call 563-289-8774 to reserve your spot.

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