Don Was & The Pan Detroit Ensemble

Don Was, the Grammy-winning producer and bassist behind some of rock and roll's most iconic recordings, steps into the spotlight as a bandleader with The Pan Detroit Ensemble — a celebration of Detroit's rich and unparalleled musical heritage. This rare live experience brings together a collective of extraordinary musicians united by the spirit of a city that gave the world Motown, rock, jazz, and soul, all delivered in an intimate setting that makes every performance feel deeply personal and electric. Kicking off at Phoenix's acclaimed Musical Instrument Museum Music Theater on August 4, 2026, the ensemble then joins the legendary Outlaw Music Festival lineup alongside Willie Nelson, The Avett Brothers, Lukas Nelson, Sierra Hull, and Stephen Wilson Jr. for a sweeping summer run across iconic American amphitheaters including Hollywood Casino Amphitheatre, Mystic Lake Amphitheatre, Alpine Valley Music Theatre, and Pine Knob Music Theatre. Each night promises a unique musical journey through Detroit's storied sonic landscape. Whether you catch them in the intimate acoustics of the Musical Instrument Museum or under the open sky at a sprawling festival amphitheater, Don Was & The Pan Detroit Ensemble deliver a masterclass in American music. This is a rare opportunity to witness a world-class producer command the stage, backed by an ensemble that embodies decades of musical excellence and the unstoppable creative energy of Detroit.