Though many know him from his years as the DJ in Kid Rock’s Twisted Brown Trucker Band, Uncle Kracker has gained fame as a co-writer for Rock’s “Bawitdaba,” “Cowboy,” and “All Summer Long” and his own tunes: “Follow Me,” “Drift Away” and “Smile.” His latest album, 2009’s “Happy Hour,” is his first in five years.
>> Uncle Kracker will perform at 8 p.m. Wednesday at Toby’s Keith’s I Love This Bar & Grill, 1065 N. Dobson Road, Mesa. $15. (480) 844-8629 or tobysmesa.com.
