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Honky-Tonk Jump brings the classic energy of Western swing and Texas dance-hall music to Minnesota audiences. Fronted by Dan Newton on accordion and vocals, the band blends soulful melody with lively rhythm, featuring a rotating lineup that has included Richard Kriehn, Joe Savage, Tom Schaefer, Dan Lowinger, Vaughn Asselstine, and more. Known for its rich instrumentation—accordion, fiddle, pedal steel, and guitar—the group regularly headlines in the Twin Cities and surrounding venues, delivering a sound that invites dancing and joyful crowds.