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 is in flux as its front man faces a health crisis.

Pat “Lamont” Hayes had a stroke earlier in December. Hayes is the lead singer, guitarist and harpist for the blues band, which has been active since 1969 and has played at venues across the country. 

“It’s definitely a strain. Everybody’s wondering what to do and what we should do,” Rico Anderson, who manages the band, told MPR News guest host Emily Reese.

 to help Hayes’ family with medical bills and expenses. There will also be a show Friday, Dec. 27 at 

 as a part of the effort — a show which was meant to be a solo show for Hayes.

Anderson said he’ll need to take some time to figure out what’s next for the band. 

“It’ll be a month or so to sort some of that out — to start getting a plan of action.”

To hear the full interview with Rico Anderson, click play on the audio player above. 

Emily Reese

Host

Ngoc Bui

Author

The Lamont Cranston Band has been playing at venues across the state and country since 1969. Front man Pat “Lamont” Hayes had a stroke in December, putting the band’s future in limbo.

The Lamont Cranston Band has been playing at venues across the state and country since 1969. Front man Pat ‘Lamont’ Hayes had a stroke in December, putting the band’s future in crisis.

Longtime Minnesota blues band faces uncertainty after front man suffers stroke

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