Dan Israel

Weathered singer-songwriter Dan Israel released his 11th studio album, Crosstown Traveler, in 2011, closing in on 15 years of making music in the Twin Cities. And while he continues to push out solid songwriting over hooky roots-rock ’n’ roll guitar, his recognition within the broader scene has been long and slow in coming. A staple of coffee shops and local bars, Israel’s music seems as ready for a rock venue as it is for a cafe. Israel’s consistently clever wit and sense of humor, along with his gruff growl and honest lyrical tone are all reasons to stay confident that he and Crosstown Traveler will get their due eventually. 

Updated 02/29/2012