Ken Valdez

Rank #2 Saint Paul, MN Blues / Latin/Blues/Rock/Soul / Electric ...

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Members: Ken Valdez - Guitar/Vocals, Tucker Sterling Jensen - Bass/Vocals, DJ Rickerd - Drums, Adam Daniel - Keys/Vocals

Sounds Like: Doyle Bramhall II, Eric Gales, Big Head Todd and the Monsters, Carlos Santana, Joe Bonamassa

Manager: Electric World Entertainment

Bio: Ken Valdez has been called “The Best Kept Secret” by well known/respected names in the industry. This guitarist/singer/songwriter is grateful for the title, however, it is one he wishes to break free from. Born and raised in Santa Fe, NM, his love for music was apparent early on and it became his... See Full Bio

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Ken Valdez has a show on 10/20/2012 at 09:00 PM @ Trgy's in minneapolis, MN http://www.reverbnation.com/c./poni/146494193 #concert

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“With blazing guitar and smooth vocals, Ken and his trio really cooked. As well as sharing their prodigious musical talent, Ken and band entertained with their showmanship. On one song, Ken played his way through the crowd and ended up at the back of the ballroom playing with his arms encircling and admiring female fan. On another, drummer "Super" Mario Dawson finished a solo playing blind for several minutes with towel covering his eyes. Ken Valdez lit it up and had every soul on the dancefloor. It was an evening of top notch entertainment.”

— Doug Spike, Blue Monday

"Ken has played with everyone in and out of New Mexico and has perfected his chops. Now it's time for the rest of the world to discover the incomparable Ken Valdez."

— Ira Gordon, 98.1 Radio Free Santa Fe

"Ken Valdez has it all! Amazing songs, guitar-god chops and that voice! Incredible is an understatement. Untouchable is more like it!"

— Dirtyblues.com

"One word...HOT! If you missed him, don't make that mistake again. If you see his name on the marquee, get ready to boogie. If you're on the same bill with him look out; He'll be a tough act to follow."

— Sidewalk.com

"Ken can sing, play, write and turn the stage into an inferno. He has a talent and passion to last him a lifetime. His voice purrs like a '66 Mustang. Ken Valdez will accomplish whatever he sets out to do."

— Sarah Meadows, Santa Fe Reporter (Santa Fe, NM)

"Ken & company rocked the house with ANOTHER jaw-dropping performance."

— Jeff Lawrence, Nite Times Magazine (St. Paul, MN)

“Ken Valdez is one of the best musicians to ever come out of New Mexico. The extreme talent is obvious, both live and on his cds. The kid's got great songs, guitar-whiz skills and a powerful, soulful voice. What more can you ask for?" ”

— TJ Trout (Host of critically acclaimed 94 Rock Morning Show), 94 Rock (Albuquerque, NM)

"Valdez is a rocker from Santa Fe, NM who is recognized for his phonomenal voice as well as his ferocious yet tasty guitar."

— The Hawkeye (Burlington, IA)

"High energy, rhythm, rock, just letting everyone have a good time and get butts moving. That's what it's all about."

— Jesse Claeys, The Weekender (Sioux City, IA)

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May 19

Parlor City Pub & Eatery
Cedar Rapids, IA, US | 6:00pm
Parlor City Pub & Eatery
Cedar Rapids, IA, US
Sun May 19 6:00pm
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May 26

Chart House
Lakeville, MN, US | 6:00pm
Chart House
Lakeville, MN, US
Sun May 26 6:00pm
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KV acoustic duo w/ Adam Daniel!
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The Narrows
Wayzata, MN, US | 8:00pm
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Wayzata, MN, US
Wed May 29 8:00pm
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The Narrows
Wayzata, MN, US | 8:00pm
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Wayzata, MN, US
Thu May 30 8:00pm
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Lucky's 13 Pub
Minneapolis, MN, US | 8:00pm
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Minneapolis, MN, US
Fri May 31 8:00pm
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BadgerStatic
Great Tunes and Playing!
Justin Boerema
Thanks for the wonderful music! blessings!
Rich Pulin Musical F...
You sound great! I have a song (not recorded)on a lead sheet that I believe is right in your 'wheelhouse' and I'd like to send it over by e-mail, if you don't mind. Plz send ...
Justin Boerema
Keep kickin out the jams! Best of luck to you! www.facebook.com/pages/JustinBoerema/239177629506592
bingo indians
coolest shit I have in quite awhile...wheeeee
The Blue Mountain Pr...
Enjoyed listening, keep on groovin!!! Greetings from Bavatia. Best wishes :)