About The Okee Dokee
Brothers
As childhood best friends and band
mates growing up in Denver, Colorado, Joe Mailander
and Justin Lansing dreamed of being professional singer-songwriters. Then, one
day (poof!) they were all grown up and playing their music on the scene. After
years of touring the Midwest with their bluegrass band, Joe and Justin decided
to keep true to their folk roots while returning to where it all began:
childhood imagination. ThatŐs when they moved to Minneapolis to start their ŇkindieÓ band, The Okee Dokee Brothers.
Inspired by their own backyard
adventures, The Okee Dokee
Brothers currently perform original music that reminds audiences of their own
make-believes and treehouse-pretendings. Their show
can transport you to the wilds of Africa, to the tip-top of a gigantic
rollercoaster or down the Mississippi on a homemade raft. The Okee Dokee Brothers believe that
music should be an energetic, interactive and enjoyable experience where kids
can enjoy dancing, singing and playing instruments with their families.
As an independently managed band,
the young duo has gained a loyal grassroots following that is drawn to their
witty lyrics, off-the-wall humor, strong musicianship and unique folk style. By
appealing to the musical needs of the entire family and recognizing that kids
deserve quality music, The Okee Dokee
Brothers are working full-time to regain the integrity of the childrenŐs music
genre.
For more information and updates, visit www.okeedokee.org