Marriage, birth, death, departure; for Dispatch’s Chadwick Stokes and Brad Corrigan, the only constant is change. Add to that the divisive political climate, long-overdue reckonings on racial justice and gender equality, and a global pandemic, and you’ve got an idea of the tensions fueling the band’s latest work.
Dispatch returns to Ravinia as part of their summer tour, bringing the band’s signature sound and storytelling that has made them one of independent rock’s most indelible acts over the last two-and-a-half decades. Performing songs from their latest album, Break Our Fall, Dispatch blends infectious roots rock with hints of reggae, folk, and blues. Their lean and energetic style creates an ode to resilience and survival, finding hope and joy on even the darkest of days.
Joining them is American-Australian singer, songwriter, and producer John Butler, best known as the eponymous frontman of the John Butler Trio. A masterful musician whose work has earned critical acclaim and multiple awards from the Australasian Performing Right Association and the Australian Recording Industry Association, Butler’s performances are a rich fusion of blues, folk, and intricate guitar work.
Rounding out the tour is Donavon Frankenreiter, a former professional surfer-turned-musician whose laid-back grooves and soulful vocals capture the essence of California cool. Once chasing waves as a teen surf prodigy, he now transports audiences with his signature blend of warm melodies, introspective lyrics, and breezy rhythms.
Together, these three acts promise a night of unforgettable music, boundless energy, and pure summer magic.
