Omaha-based nonprofit Hear Nebraska announces “Hear Hear,” an inaugural fundraising event featuring an intimate performance by legendary musician Matthew Sweet on Saturday, March 28 at the Holland Performing Arts Center’s 1200 Club.
Sweet, born and raised in Nebraska, rose to national prominence in the early ‘90s with his album Girlfriend. The current Omaha resident has since released 10 studio albums. His latest release, 2011’s Modern Art, met critical acclaim as a carefully-crafted pop record and he has a new record on the way. Omaha’s The So-So Sailors will open for Sweet. With a clear appreciation for ‘60s lounge and R&B aesthetics, the band’s piano-rock ballads are an astute pair with 1200 Club’s jazz-club atmosphere.
Hear Nebraska (www.hearnebraska.org) is a non-profit dedicated to supporting and promoting Nebraska music through its journalism-based website, multiple concert series and other programming. Hear Nebraska’s vision is to make the state an internationally known cultural destination.
The fundraiser will include a silent auction featuring prints of some of Hear Nebraska contributors’ best concert photography. VIP tickets include reserved seating, a meet-and-greet and photo with Sweet and a limited-edition, screen-printed poster from the event signed by Sweet himself. All proceeds benefit Hear Nebraska.
Tickets are limited, and available now at Ticket Omaha–$100 for VIP and $45 for general admission. Doors open at 7 p.m., the show begins at 8.