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RARE ELEMENT is a high-energy funk band based in Madison, Wisconsin, known for delivering electrifying live performances packed with groove, soul, and tight musicianship. Blending deep-pocket grooves, bold brass, and soulful melodies, Rare Element delivers an infectious sound that’s rooted in classic funk traditions while pushing into modern territory. Drawing inspiration from funk legends like Tower of Power, The JB’s, and The Meters, as well as modern torchbearers like Lettuce, Cory Wong, and Karl Denson, Rare Element blends old-school funk with modern flair, creating a sound that’s both nostalgic and fresh.The group’s repertoire fuses elements of jazz, soul, and R&B with funk’s irresistible groove, creating music that is equally compelling for serious listeners and dance-floor devotees. Whether lighting up local festivals, club stages, or outdoor summer concerts, Rare Element has become a go-to act for audiences craving live funk with flavor. Their high-octane live performances are marked by tight horn lines, deep grooves, vibrant solos, and a contagious sense of joy that radiates from the stage.
Rare Element continues to build momentum, gaining fans across the Midwest and beyond. With new music in the works and a growing list of festival appearances, the band is poised to take their place as one of the region’s premiere live funk acts.
Funk is alive and well in Wisconsin — and Rare Element is leading the charge.
Presented by Music Box of Rockford.
This is an 18+ event
Lineup
Doors open ― 4PM
RARE ELEMENT ― 8:30 PM
Tickets
Sold online & at the doos (Online sales end 1hr prior to show start time)
RESERVED SEATING ― $25.14
GA - No Guaranteed Seating ― $18.85
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Event Venue & Nearby Stays
The Music Box of Rockford, 218 E State St,Rockford, Illinois, United States
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