BRANDON GIBBS & Friends
Sat, Feb 28
|The Ideal Theater & Bar
Iowa’s own Brandon Gibbs brings his powerhouse songwriting and soul-soaked vocals to The Ideal for a one-night-only, stripped-down acoustic rock set on February 28, joined by Hunter Adam and Justin Marlin, with a special opening from Jordan Sullivan of Well Strung.
Time & Location
Feb 28, 2026, 7:00 PM – 10:00 PM
The Ideal Theater & Bar, 213 16th Ave SE, Cedar Rapids, IA 52401, USA
About the event
The Ideal Theater is proud to welcome Brandon Gibbs for a special, one-of-a-kind acoustic rock performance on Saturday, February 28.
An acclaimed songwriter, guitarist, and frontman, Iowa's own Brandon Gibbs has built a reputation for powerful storytelling, soulful vocals, and dynamic live shows. Over the course of his career, Brandon has worked with and shared the stage alongside rock royalty — including Rikki Rockett of Poison, Joel Hoekstra of Whitesnake, and Joel Kosche of Collective Soul, while also collaborating with members of the legendary band Cinderella.
Blending elements of rock, blues, pop, and Americana, Brandon’s music connects on a deeply personal level, with standout songs like "Rain Whiskey", "Lost Boys", "Hero", "This Town", "Rich For Life", and "First Friend". Whether performing on major stages or in intimate settings, his performances leave a lasting impression.
For this exclusive Cedar Rapids appearance, Brandon will be joined by two of his closest friends…