Know Obstacles Tickets

Know Obstacles is a blues-rock influenced performer rooted in a mission to include artists with disabilities through performance and education. Founded by Steve (Oz) Osburn in the mid-1990s, KO has grown into a community-focused act and touring presence that combines tight four-chord arrangements with 12-bar blues elements and high-energy stagecraft. Based in Ann Arbor, KO partners with Oz's Music Environment to host accessible events, open mics, and educational outreach. Their work has earned recognition in film and media, highlighting the power of music to bring people together.

Whether you're catching KO on a club stage, a city concert series, or a festival lineup, you’ll find a straightforward, reliable experience. We've got you: secure your seats, follow the artist, and enjoy a show that blends bluesy grit with a message of inclusion.

Upcoming tour appearances keep rolling in, with KO set to perform in the East Lansing Summer Concert Series and a at The Ark in Ann Arbor. For fans, there are ongoing community events like the last-Saturday Open Mic & Comedy Hour at 4 PM at Oz's Music Environment in Ann Arbor—perfect for discovering new voices and getting involved in inclusive art programs.

Know Obstacles’ career includes award-winning documentaries such as I’m With the Band: The Know Obstacles Story (Central Michigan Film Festival, 2024) and Ann Arbor Inclusive 81 - Know Obstacles Band (Philo Media Arts Festival, 2025). Their message and music have been featured by FOX47 News and WXYZ, underscoring the band’s mission and impact. Stay connected via official social channels for the latest tour dates and behind-the-scenes content: Facebook and YouTube.