Words & Music Tickets

Words & Music is the intimate solo performance project by Dan Wilson, the Grammy-winning songwriter behind iconic hits like Semisonic's losing Time and songs performed for artists such as Adele and the Dixie Chicks. In this evening of songs and stories, Wilson reveals the songwriting process and the behind-the-scenes moments that shaped some of modern music's defining tracks. As a performer, writer, and producer, his catalog spans rock, pop, and country, reflecting a career that has earned Grammy, CMA, and Academy Award nominations.

Readers in the Twin Cities and Minnesota will recognize recent Words & Music engagements at Sacred Heart Music Center in Duluth and The Parkway Theater in Minneapolis in 2025, underscoring Wilson's ongoing connection with live audiences in the region. Gold Coast Tickets is your straightforward, no-fuss source to secure seats for these intimate performances and future dates as they’re announced.

Biography at a glance: Dan Wilson, born May 20, 1961, is an American musician, songwriter, and producer who rose to prominence with Trip Shakespeare and Semisonic, later penning hits for chart-toppers like Adele and the Dixie Chicks. His Words & Music performances showcase his craft through storytelling and live renditions of beloved tracks. In addition to touring, Wilson released the instrumental album Good Night, Los Angeles in 2025, accompanied by the EP Good Night: Deervale, Moorpark, Tujunga. Expect memorable stories about writing "Closing Time" and other classics, along with contemporary material from his evolving catalog. For fans and newcomers alike, these shows offer a rare glimpse into the artistry behind timeless songs.

Upcoming tour highlights include solo appearances in Minnesota in October 2025—Sacred Heart Music Center, Duluth (October 16) and The Parkway Theater, Minneapolis (October 17). Keep an eye on official channels for additional dates and venues as they’re announced.

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Notable accolades include a Grammy for Best Country Song ('White Horse') in 2024, CMA Song of the Year (2024) for 'White Horse', and an Academy Award nomination for Best Original Song for 'It Never Went Away' from American Symphony.