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12 events,
Blues & Biscuits Live Music Brunch – From Pimento Kitchen & MN Movement
Blues & Biscuits Live Music Brunch – From Pimento Kitchen & MN Movement
Join us on Sundays for a soulful blend of blues, southern soul, and irresistible Caribbean & American comfort food!
Swing Brunch with Patty and the Buttons $6
Swing Brunch with Patty and the Buttons $6
Patty and The Buttons preach the gospel of hot rhythm and happy feet. The band is similar to what you would find in a dance hall, cafe or nightclub anywhere around the world between 1920-1940. Despite being an ensemble firmly rooted in tradition, the band presents their music without being shackled to history. They play their own compositions as well as takes on music of the era. Patty’s eclectic taste gives the band diverse influences including New Orleans Traditional Jazz, Western Swing, Gypsy Melodies, Ragtime Piano Blues, Jug Music and 1930′s Popular Song. The core instrumentation of accordion, clarinet, guitar and bass is light and swift, but also melancholic and lush when it needs to be. Patty, mostly known as an accordionist doubles as the bands vocalist. His voice is inspired most by the old time hollers and croons from the dawn of recording once described as “Tom Waits meets Rudy Vallee.” More than anything, The Buttons is a group that is always enjoying themselves… Which seems to give audiences permission to do the same.
Fresh Starts and Showstoppers: A Night of Broadway and More
Fresh Starts and Showstoppers: A Night of Broadway and More
Dinner and drinks service starts 1 hour before showtimes. A Night of Broadway, Standards and Favorites Hosted by Kate Beahen, with Bradley Beahen at the piano, join us for an evening of Fresh Starts and Showstoppers to close out one year and ring the New Year in! Featuring the unstoppable talents of guest singers from the Minneapolis Theatre scene! Kate Beahen: Vocals Bradley Beahen: Vocals and Piano Kate Beahen is a singer actor in the Twin Cities who has been seen at theatres such as Theater Latte Da, The Ordway, Frank Theater and Skylark Opera. Kate was also a returning guest on A Prairie Home Companion. “Kate Beahen is unwaveringly terrific in the dual role…” –Chris Hewitt, Star Tribune.
Hurricane Harold Trio
Hurricane Harold Trio
Harold Tremblay, Dan Schwalbe & Doug Otto, as an acoustic trio for an early evening blues and roots show.
Soul Train and American Bandstand Celebration
Soul Train and American Bandstand Celebration
Dinner and cocktail seating and service begins 1 hour before showtimes. Fun Night of Retro Soul, Funk and R&B! Dust off those bell bottoms, shine up your platform shoes, and get ready for an evening of throwback grooves! Big Mike is ready to take you on an unforgettable ride through the hottest sounds of the 70’s, with the smooth, soulful sounds of Ms Re’Unique and the dynamic vocals of Roceathia. This trio will transport you to the golden days of Soul Train and American Bandstand, where the dancefloor was king, and every song brought down the house. Hosted by Johnnie Brown Big Mike Mothershed: Vocals Roceathia Pearl Cornell: Vocals Re’Unique Live (ReRe): Vocals Al Emory: Bass Jeff Perry: Guitar MarcZ: Keys Mark Sealy: Drums Craig Mesenbring: Trumpet Miles Wright: Sax Scotty Smith: Trombone
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Holiday at the Dunsmore Lodge with Connie Evingson
Holiday at the Dunsmore Lodge with Connie Evingson
Dinner and drinks service starts 1 hour before showtimes. An Evening of Great Holiday Jazz A New Year’s tradition, Connie imagines a lakeside lodge atmosphere in the Dunsmore Room with a mix of celebratory, reflective and inspiring songs for the year ahead. With the wintry view of Moore Lake outside, you’ll feel like you’re on a Northwoods getaway! Connie Evingson: Vocals Mary Louise Knutson: Piano Steve Pikal: Bass Vocalist Connie Evingson is known for exploring a wide variety of musical styles. She has been a featured guest artist with Garrison Keillor’s A Prairie Home Companion, Jazz at Lincoln Center with Wynton Marsalis, the Minnesota Orchestra conducted by Doc Severinsen, Vocalessence, the JazzMN Orchestra and other esteemed organizations. She is a longtime member of the popular vocal jazz group Moore By Four, and is a two-time recipient of both the McKnight Fellowship for Performing Musicians and the Minnesota State Arts Board Artist Initiative Grant. “A world-class local…a sublime mixture of ice and fire…remarkably versatile and determinedly adventurous.” –Jon Bream, Minneapolis StarTribune ConnieEvingson.com
Erin and Jay Cabaret Present New Years Eve EVE!
Erin and Jay Cabaret Present New Years Eve EVE!
Dinner and cocktail seating and service begins 1 hour before showtimes. A Great Night Full of Fun and Celebration! Erin & Jay Cabaret is back again for their VERY POPULAR New Years Eve EVE show! Celebrate the most exciting night of the year with friends, family and your favorite cabaret duo. Do you want to avoid the crazy crowds, drivers and all the rest that comes with going out on New Year’s Eve? Is it too much pressure to find a date or the perfect person to kiss at midnight? They made up THIS Holiday just for YOU!!! Erin Schwab and Jay Fuchs will sing you (almost) into the year 2025! They will be doing all of your favorite New Years Eve EVE songs! Erin Schwab: Vocals Jay Fuchs: Vocals, Piano Erin Schwab and Jay Fuchs have been playing together in the Twin Cities and across the US for over 20 years. Erin and Jay have played all of the stages at Crooners for years and have written and performed many shows including 1967: Summer of Love, Erin sings Bette and their VERY popular Naughty and Nice Holiday Shows! They have played Clubs, Theaters, Weddings, Fundraisers, Garages, Living Rooms, Corporate and Political Events. Both Erin and Jay have also been Music and Theater Educators for years. Jay was the head of the Theory and Composition Department at McNally Smith College of Music for years and Erin was on the Voice & Ensemble Faculty there as well. Erin and Jay started Cabaret Camp and Jay has now evolved the original classes to cultivate a new group, The Cabaret All-Stars and they are playing numerous places around town as well. Erin is the audience coordinator and a regular Jason Show Contributor on Fox 9. She also is a Director of Educational Theater and Teaching Artist and one of the co-founders of ETC Productions, a new Educational Theater Company here in the Twin Cities. “Erin Schwab IS the Bette Midler of the Twin Cities” Jason Matheson of the Jason Show on Fox 9 and Jason and Alexis In The Morning on My Talk 107.1 FM
Holiday at the Dunsmore Lodge with Connie Evingson
Holiday at the Dunsmore Lodge with Connie Evingson
Dinner and drinks service starts 1 hour before showtimes. An Evening of Great Holiday Jazz A New Year’s tradition, Connie imagines a lakeside lodge atmosphere in the Dunsmore Room with a mix of celebratory, reflective and inspiring songs for the year ahead. With the wintry view of Moore Lake outside, you’ll feel like you’re on a Northwoods getaway! Connie Evingson: Vocals Mary Louise Knutson: Piano Steve Pikal: Bass Vocalist Connie Evingson is known for exploring a wide variety of musical styles. She has been a featured guest artist with Garrison Keillor’s A Prairie Home Companion, Jazz at Lincoln Center with Wynton Marsalis, the Minnesota Orchestra conducted by Doc Severinsen, Vocalessence, the JazzMN Orchestra and other esteemed organizations. She is a longtime member of the popular vocal jazz group Moore By Four, and is a two-time recipient of both the McKnight Fellowship for Performing Musicians and the Minnesota State Arts Board Artist Initiative Grant. “A world-class local…a sublime mixture of ice and fire…remarkably versatile and determinedly adventurous.” –Jon Bream, Minneapolis StarTribune ConnieEvingson.com
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Steve Kenny Quintet Coltrane Show
Steve Kenny Quintet Coltrane Show
“Steve Kenny Quintet Coltrane Show” is a very high-energy and highly spiritual performance of some of the more powerful compositions by John Coltrane. It features Kevin Washington, a noted Coltrane scholar and one of the most famous Minnesota jazz musicians, on drums. Saxophonist Dave Brattain does an amazing job channeling the vibe and fireworks of the late great saxophone master. Kavyesh Kaviraj, who is emerging as the hands-down best jazz pianist in Minnesota, is gifted in his interpretation of this Coltrane material, which was sometimes as much about McCoy Tyner’s piano brilliance as it was about Coltrane’s. Berlin regular Dan Carpel holds down the low end on bass. This show has sold out its previous appearances at the Black Dog, KJ’s Hideaway, and the Crooners main room. This is a wonderful chance to hear this material played by these musicians to ring in the new year at the hottest new jazz club in town.
Connie Evingson
Connie Evingson
Holiday at the Dunsmore Lodge Connie Evingson: VocalsMary Louise Knutson: PianoSteve Pikal: Bass https://www.croonersmn.com/event/holiday-at-the-dunsmore-lodge-with-connie-evingson-4/
Holiday at the Dunsmore Lodge with Connie Evingson
Holiday at the Dunsmore Lodge with Connie Evingson
Dinner and drinks service starts 1 hour before showtimes. An Evening of Great Holiday Jazz A New Year’s tradition, Connie imagines a lakeside lodge atmosphere in the Dunsmore Room with a mix of celebratory, reflective and inspiring songs for the year ahead. With the wintry view of Moore Lake outside, you’ll feel like you’re on a Northwoods getaway! Connie Evingson: Vocals Mary Louise Knutson: Piano Steve Pikal: Bass Vocalist Connie Evingson is known for exploring a wide variety of musical styles. She has been a featured guest artist with Garrison Keillor’s A Prairie Home Companion, Jazz at Lincoln Center with Wynton Marsalis, the Minnesota Orchestra conducted by Doc Severinsen, Vocalessence, the JazzMN Orchestra and other esteemed organizations. She is a longtime member of the popular vocal jazz group Moore By Four, and is a two-time recipient of both the McKnight Fellowship for Performing Musicians and the Minnesota State Arts Board Artist Initiative Grant. “A world-class local…a sublime mixture of ice and fire…remarkably versatile and determinedly adventurous.” –Jon Bream, Minneapolis StarTribune ConnieEvingson.com
Chief Opossum w. Sammie Jean Cohen, Samuel John
Chief Opossum w. Sammie Jean Cohen, Samuel John
The Samuel John Band is a North Country Rock band with a sound blending classic country influences and modern rock edge. Their music fuses traditional country, outlaw spirit, and rock vibes. From their own written music to reimagined covers, they deliver raw performances appropriate for both rowdy and listening crowds. Singer-songwriter Sammie Jean Cohen was born and raised in Minneapolis Minnesota. She brings an outlaw country but yet bluesy folk sound to the stage. She was inspired by a wide variety of music growing up like Etta James, and The Eagles being two of them. Her goals are writing unfinished songs and getting some recordings out and one day dreams of opening for The Heartless Bastards. Chief Opossum (the first O is silent) combines neotraditional country, hard rock, and a wide range of sounds. Based out of Minneapolis, Chief Opossum evokes the warmth, familiarity, and comfort of the upper Midwest. Having released their debut EP Northerner in early 2024, Chief Opossum is currently developing their first full length album, expected in late 2025. Major influences include Tyler Childers, Sturgill Simpson, and Queens of the Stone Age.
21 events,
Old Town Blues Jam at Whiteys
MN Songwriter Showcase hosted by Nick Hensley (FREE)
MN Songwriter Showcase hosted by Nick Hensley (FREE)
The Minnesota songwriter showcase
Twin Cities tradition since 2005
Curated by Nick Hensley of Love songs for angry men
Features 12 up-and-coming and veteran songwriters every Wednesday from 8 PM to 9:30 PM Sept-May
-FREE SHOW
-for more information message us at:
https://www.facebook.com/MNsongwritershowcase
11 events,
Noah Schmitt at White Squirrel
Noah Schmitt at White Squirrel
Bio: Noah Schmitt has created his sound and creative outlook on music from the trenches of the Xbox game Rock Band. He and his brothers were first given real instruments entering middle school; the rest is history. However, Noah found his way with a guitar in early high school. He wrote songs on an old beat-up Tacoma acoustic guitar emulating songs from some of his favorite bands at the time, Pearl Jam, Alice in Chains, Nirvana, and Live. Hailing from forty minutes south of Minneapolis in a town called Jordan, Noah began his musical endeavor. After attending college at the University of Sioux Falls in South Dakota and majoring in Psychology, Noah made his first leap at showcasing his music. Playing at local coffee shops, flower shops, bars, and venues he began to make a name for himself in the area. With a genre fluidity of traditional folk, alternative country, and soft rock, Noah began to make his sound. Relocating to the Minneapolis area once again has connected him to his original musical roots and desires. With one released single thus far, Noah plans to release his debut album “Sunseeker” near Christmas with singles preceding it.
Celtic Jam at Sir Bens Duluth
Celtic Jam at Sir Bens Duluth
Live Music Every Thursday we bring a little Celtic twist to our English pub with Celtic Jam at 7pm! An open jam session available to anyone that wants to join in! Open to all ages and talent levels.
Test Site 67 at Dubliner
Test Site 67 at Dubliner
Scottie Devlin’s Test Site 67 is a local super group! These guys will make you laugh, dance and listen. Wide range of covers songs and their own. Never a dull moment.
14 events,
Mike Wolter, Matt Peterson, Pete Hennig
Mike Wolter, Matt Peterson, Pete Hennig
Mike Wolter – GuitarPete Hennig – DrumsMatt Peterson – Basshttps://www.berlinmpls.com/calendar/early-evening-jazz-wolter-peterson-hennig-january
The Whiskey Chase w. Friendzy, The Harmon Brothers , The Destroyer of Fate
The Whiskey Chase w. Friendzy, The Harmon Brothers , The Destroyer of Fate
Formed in the 80s, Euphoric Thrust was a mainstay on the Twin Cities punk scene for several years before imploding due to cliched artistic differences. The four band members followed individual musical interests before reuniting post-pandemic as Friendzy, playing original Thrust tunes and new music. Tom, Jason, Jack and lead singer The Destroyer of Fate, who will also perform a solo set, promise to deliver heavy rock with a dose of camp. Friendzy videos are regularly featured on T. C. Streets airing weekly on SPNN channel 15 or on YouTube.com/@T.C.Streets/videos . The Harmon Brothers are veteran Twin Cities musicians, playing the local music scene for four decades as members of various bands including The Boards, Bermuda Onion, Hot Lava, The Odd and Tulip Sweet and Her Trail of Tears. The Whiskey Chase – Western Wisconsin/Minneapolis foursome playing an eclectic set covering everything from Captain Beefheart to Fleetwood Mac.
Lush Country
Lush Country
Dinner and cocktail seating and service begins 1 hour before showtimes. An Evening of Great Classic Country Hits Are you lonesome tonight? Got heartaches by the number? A hankering for pedal steel guitar, some high lonesome Floyd Cramer piano and a Patsy Cline yodel? Then you gotta go hear Lush Country, an all-star band playing the best country songs of the hi-fi era, from Eddy Arnold to Tammy Wynette and back again. Dan Chouinard: Piano, Accordion, Vocals Peter Johnson: Percussion Prudence Johnson: Vocals Richard Kriehn: Guitar, Fiddle, Mandolin, Vocals Gary Raynor: Bass Gary Rue: Guitar, Vocals Joe Savage: Pedal Steel Dan Chouinard is accompanist for a who’s who of Twin Cities performers, an enabler of community sing-alongs and a writer of hit shows for public radio, concert hall and theatrical stage, including Rondo ’56, Steerage Song and Café Europa. DanChouinard.com
Scottie Miller
Scottie Miller
No cover–light fare available from 4:30pm to 9:30pm. Full-menu available until 8:30pm. Bar and table seating offered – NO RESERVATIONS Scottie Miller: Piano and Vocals Maggie’s Piano Lounge is a warm, relaxed and inviting space featuring a variety of seasoned singers and piano players. No cover. Order all of your favorite Crooners drinks and dinner items, experience superb service, and enjoy the great music!
Favourite Girl featuring Katy Vernon with Katy Tessman $15
Favourite Girl featuring Katy Vernon with Katy Tessman $15
Join Katy Vernon with her new band Favourite Girl for the release of their second single “Not Going Back”.
Favourite Girl is the new project led by British songwriter Katy Vernon. Katy has been performing original melodic folk pop for over 25 years in the Twin Cities and in the UK.
This new project builds upon her catchy songwriting and turns everything up to 11!
This almost exclusively female powered rock band performs bold and exciting songs with a feminist and timeless approach. Taking on the old boys music club and having fun with it.
Favourite Girl will have you dancing, singing, and leaving audiences feeling empowered to be their truest selves.
24 events,
The High 48’s Bluegrass Brunch $6 at Aster
The High 48’s Bluegrass Brunch $6 at Aster
Since forming in 2006, The High 48s have been making music that combines the soulful sound of classic bluegrass with a modern attitude, original songs and a wide range of influences far beyond Bill Monroe, the Stanley Brothers, and Flatt and Scruggs.
In a genre created and dominated by artists from the South, The High 48s were born and raised in the Upper Midwest. And in a music scene where playing standards is the norm, The High 48s are a band of songwriters who perform their own material in addition to the “festival favorites.”
Shabby Road Orchestra at Dakota
Shabby Road Orchestra at Dakota
Shabby Road Orchestra Faithful Performances of Beatles Classics Date & Time Sat Jan 4, 2025 • 8:30PMDOORS • 8:30PM Cost $30/20
Scottie Miller at Crooners
Scottie Miller at Crooners
No cover–light fare available from 4:30pm to 9:30pm. Full-menu available until 8:30pm. Bar and table seating offered – NO RESERVATIONS Scottie Miller: Piano and Vocals Maggie’s Piano Lounge is a warm, relaxed and inviting space featuring a variety of seasoned singers and piano players. No cover. Order all of your favorite Crooners drinks and dinner items, experience superb service, and enjoy the great music!
19 events,
Martin Dosh Presents: The Larry Schaefer Memorial Orchestra at Dakota
Martin Dosh Presents: The Larry Schaefer Memorial Orchestra at Dakota
Date & Time Sun Jan 5, 2025 • 7PMDOORS • 5:30PM Cost $25/20
Martin Dosh Presents: The Larry Schaefer Memorial Orchestra
Martin Dosh Presents: The Larry Schaefer Memorial Orchestra
The Orchestra features Bryan Nichols and John Keston on electric piano and synth, Jeremy Ylvisaker and Dee Kesler on guitars. Also, Erik Fratzke on bass, Bryan Murray, Peter Goggin and Chris Thomson on saxophones, Jake Baldwin on trumpet. Additionally, Joey van Phillips, Martin Dosh, and Umar Malik on drums and percussion.https://www.dakotacooks.com/event/martin-dosh-presents-the-larry-schaefer-memorial-orchestra-jan5-2025/
Corky Siegel & Ernie Watts
Corky Siegel & Ernie Watts
Dinner and drinks service starts 1 hour before showtimes. Jazz & Blues Masters The evening promises musical fireworks from these two iconic masters, interwoven with remarkable stories and humor from their extraordinary lives. In Corky’s words: “Innocent victims of incredible good fortune.” Corky Siegel is known as one of the world’s great blues harmonica and keyboard players. He created Chamber Blues, a unique six-piece ensemble that bridges the gap between the blues and classical music. Additionally, Corky has a pivotal influence in modern music. He maintains close associations with the blues masters in the earlier days of Chicago blues through his Siegel-Schwall Band. He also played an essential part in the blues rock revolution. Furthermore, he has achieved a surprising level of success in bringing together blues and classical audiences. Finally, Downbeat Magazine calls him a “national treasure.” Ernie Watts is a two-time Grammy winning saxophonist. Watts played in the Tonight Show band with Doc Severinsen for Johnny Carson for twenty years. Further, he toured with many notable musicians including the Rolling Stones, Charlie Haden, Buddy Rich and Pat Metheny. Additionally, he has recorded with Marvin Gaye, Dizzy Gillespie, Paul McCartney, Aretha Franklin, Steely Dan, Frank Zappa and others. Also, Watts has been featured on over 1500 recordings, consistently exhibiting his unforgettable gift for improvisation. www.corkymusic.com
16 events,
The Great Irish Sing-Along
The Great Irish Sing-Along
New! First Monday of every month. Hosted by Paul McCloskey. Instruments are acceptable, but we don’t want an orchestra!
Southside Aces
Southside Aces
A Night in New Orleanshttps://www.dakotacooks.com/event/southside-aces-a-night-in-new-orleans-jan6-2025/
Lasse Corson Trio
Lasse Corson Trio
Accompanied by Abinnet Berhanu on drums and Chet Carlson on basshttps://www.berlinmpls.com/calendar/lasse-corson-trio
Dinner & Dancing at the Chart House with Courtney Burton & Beasley’s Big Band
Dinner & Dancing at the Chart House with Courtney Burton & Beasley’s Big Band
Beasley’s Big Band joins Courtney Burton for Jazz Mondays for a special night of dinner and dancing at the Chart House on the shores of beautiful Lake Kingsley! (No cover charge) Complimentary Dance Lesson 6:00-7:00 PM Music & Dancing 7:00-9:00 PM 11287 Klamath Trail, Lakeville, MN 55044
9 events,
Devil Dodger Tuesdays
Devil Dodger Tuesdays
Specializing in American roots music, Devil Dodger’s music draws on a range of themes from lost love, heartache, jail and going to his grandfather’s farm as a child. With Special Guests!
Red Planet
Red Planet
Dean Magraw – GuitarChris Bates – BassJay Epstein – Drumshttps://www.metronomebrewery.com in Fingal’s Cave
18 events,
Old Town Blues Jam at Whiteys
Tom Dahill and Ginny Johnson
Tom Dahill and Ginny Johnson
Tom and Ginny bring alive the soul of Ireland. Performing tunes learned from the old masters, they delight audiences with passionate reels and playful songs.
Irish Céilí Dancing
Irish Céilí Dancing
Join in the fun with an Irish céilí dancing session, every Wednesday with instructor Paul McCluskey and live music with local musicians.