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Thursday nights concert in the park featured City Beat a contagious high energy band playing classic tunes from the 50s to the present. City Beat is comprised of law enforcement personnel both presently serving, retired, and one female vocalist friend. This dynamic band includes an incredible 5 horn section, a tight rhythm section, and charismatic male lead singer Johnny Walker whose talented sound filled the dance floor with electric excitement. Photo by Careena Chase



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