Shade of Blue Tickets

Shade of Blue Concert Tickets

Get your groove on when you buy Shade of Blue tickets to see this funky band perform live under the spotlight. Hailing from the Midwest, the band was originally founded in 1989 by guitarist-vocalist Dave Rosazza. Over the years, they have developed a reputation as Iowa City’s most beloved band. Shade of Blue has opened for countless renowned artists in the past, such as Koko Taylor, George Clinton and the Neville Brothers. Simone Green and Joan Ruffin take on the voice of the group, providing a sultry sound that fits in nicely with the group’s musical fusion of funk, R&B, and jazz.

The band is complete with saxophones, various percussion instrumentals, and sometimes trumpets. Oftentimes, you can find Shade of Blue performing musical tributes to some of the most gifted Motown artists of America, such as Aretha Franklin, Stevie Wonder, and Steely Dan. After more than three decades of putting on stellar shows, the band was inducted into the Iowa Rock n’ Roll Music Association Hall of Fame. 

Those looking for uplifting jazzy tunes that will bring upon feelings of nostalgia should not miss out on getting Shade of Blue tickets. Throughout their career, they have managed to attract a decent fanbase upwards of 700 on their Facebook page. Sometimes, you can find them touring alongside artists like Magnetic Fields and Katleen Madigan. Some popular songs that they have performed live in concert in the past include their original songs, “Phone Tag Blues” and “Tragedies”, as well as the cover for Bill Withers’ “Use Me.”

How much are Shade of Blue tickets?

• Average Price: $76 per ticket
• Cheap Ticket Options: Tickets start at $22 in the upper levels
• VIP Seating: Premium tickets cost over $110 for the best views

Is Shade of Blue touring in 2025?

We list tickets as soon as they go on sale, so check back to see when Shade of Blue adds new 2025 dates.