Hear Nebraska is excited to announce “Hear Hear,” an inaugural fundraising event featuring an intimate performance by legendary musician Matthew Sweet, Saturday, March 28 at the Holland Performing Arts Center’s 1200 Club.

Sweet, born and raised in Nebraska, rose to national prominence in the early ‘90s with his album Girlfriend. The title track from the album reached the number 10 spot on Billboard charts. The current Omaha resident has since released 10 studio albums. His latest release, 2011’s Modern Art, met critical acclaim as a carefully-crafted pop record. Sweet has a new record on the way. He will perform with a full band.

Omaha’s The So-So Sailors will open for Sweet. With a clear appreciation for ‘60s lounge and R&B aesthetics, the band’s piano-rock ballads are an astute pair with 1200 Club’s jazz-club atmosphere.

The 1200 Club in Omaha’s Holland Performing Arts Center offers a unique atmosphere to see musicians who generally play crowded concert halls. In 2013, Hear Nebraska hosted its Live at 1200 Club with NET there, featuring Kill County, Digital Leather and Big Harp. The result was a personal show for audience and performer alike, stripped of environmental distractions often present at rock shows.

The fundraiser will include a silent auction featuring prints of some of Hear Nebraska contributor’s best concert photography. VIP tickets include reserved seating, a meet-and-greet and photo with Sweet and a limited-edition, screen-printed poster from the event signed by Sweet himself. All proceeds benefit Hear Nebraska.

Tickets are limited, and available now at Ticket Omaha, $100 for VIP and $45 for general admission. Doors open at 7 p.m., the show begins at 8.