James Biehn Tickets

James Biehn is a Des Moines-based guitarist, educator, and organizer behind Central Iowa Music Lab. With a career spanning more than two decades, he blends blues-rock and roots rock with jam-band influences. As a performer, he's led projects like the James Biehn Band and Southbound, an Allman Brothers tribute, delivering performances that showcase tight grooves, expressive solos, and a deep connection to the blues tradition. Beyond performing, Biehn is accessible to students and aspiring players through his teaching and studio work at Central Iowa Music Lab.

On stage and in the studio, Biehn has shaped a regional sound that resonates with fans of authentic guitar-driven music. His early work with The McKenzies yielded releases such as A Collective Sigh of Relief (1997) and Cold in September, with the latter seeing a renewed spotlight through its 2023 reissue. His awards, including winning Lazer 103.3’s Guitar Battle in 2005 and being named Best Local Musician by CityView in 2018, highlight his standing in the Midwest music community.

Upcoming appearances and new releases continue to expand his footprint. In 2025, fans can catch a Des Moines show on Oct 15, 2025 at xBk Live with the Bruce Katz Band, a performance documented by Bandsintown and JamBase listings. A 2025 single, Reunion, features James Biehn & The Wheelhouse, with a forthcoming 2026 addition Inside - Single under Biehn Records. Social channels keep fans informed with Bandcamp releases like Weary But Open (2017) and streaming appearances on Apple Music and iHeart listings for James Biehn & The Wheelhouse.

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Upcoming shows: Oct 15, 2025 — xBk Live, Des Moines, with Bruce Katz Band. Date to be announced for other dates as events are confirmed. For the latest info, check our listings and James Biehn’s official pages.