Wilkinson James w. Erik Brandt (of the Urban Hillbilly Quartet)

WILKINSON JAMES was born in 2008 when Liz Wilkinson and AJ Scheiber met up and merged their singing and songwriting into a musical partnership that one fan described as “the bastard o@spring of June Carter Cash and Townes Van Zandt.” Somewhere along the line that duo became a full band, adding pedal steel, fiddle, and saxophone to Liz and AJ’s resonant harmonies and classic-yet-fresh original tunes.   ERIK BRANDT has been the ringleader of the award-winning eclectic Twin Cities-based Urban Hillbilly Quartet since 1995. Most of his original tunes can be found on the nine albums he’s recorded with the UHQ and his three solo albums, including his most recent, The Long Winter. Though Erik mostly performs solo, he is often joined by guests from UHQ and other bands on stage. The combination of his di@erent instruments (piano, guitar, and accordion), songwriting talent and musical guests makes his live performances dynamic and unique.

Paper Chain

The Dubliner Pub 2162 University Avenue, St. Paul

Paper Chain’s music is the effortless synthesis of modern chamber-pop with 19th century romantic composers such as Beethoven, Schumann, and Grieg.

Open Mic

Sign-ups start at 4:45 pm. More information can be found on our Events & Music page. (4) Events & Music at The Finnish Bistro | Facebook

Deja Vu: A Groundhog Celebration! with TRAILER TRASH at Crooners

Dunsmore Jazz Room 6161 Hwy 65 NE, Minneapolis

Dinner and drinks service starts 1 hour before showtimes. A Night of Country and Americana Celebrate Groundhog Day with a night of pure musical joy! TRAILER TRASH brings their signature blend of traditional country and timeless hits, crafting an unforgettable experience for all ages. Their eclectic set list spans decades, touching hearts and sparking memories with every note. Nate Dungan: Guitar, Vocals Randy Anderson: Guitar, Vocals Randy Broughten: Pedal Steel Jon Duncan: Piano, Accordion, Organ Keely Lane: Drums Steve Price: Bass, Vocals TRAILER TRASH is known for playing traditional country music as well as a wide variety of styles from the American hit parade. A typically eclectic set list will span decades and touch the heart of every audience. The Trailer Trash guys know each other well and could play circles around any other country/alt-country/country-rock band in town. -Chris Riemenschneider trailertrashmusic.com

Chief Adjuah at Dakota

The Dakota 1010 Nicollet Mall, Minneapolis

(formerly Christian Scott) Postmodern Jazz Visionary Date & Time Sun Feb 2, 2025 • 7PMDOORS • 5:30PM Cost $50/45

Urban Classic Presents Pure Soul – Encore Performance

Main Stage Showroom 6161 Hwy 65 NE, Minneapolis

Musical Direction by Michael Bland. A Fantastic Night of Soul and R&B! Urban Classic pays tribute to the soul greats, such as Al Green, Otis Redding, Sam and Dave, James Brown and many others! Returning to Crooners with an all new show, celebrating the stars of true soul music. One show. One night. Don’t miss it! Michael Bland: Musical Director, Drums Tommy Barbarella: Keyboards Special Guest – Ashley Commodore: Vocals G Sharp: Vocals Mark Lickteig: Vocals Jay Bee: Vocals Ron Long: Bass Geoff LeCrone: Guitar Scott Agster: Trombone John Bertsch: Sax Riley Helgeson: Trumpet Josh May: Trumpet Michael Bland – is an American musician best known as a drummer for Prince starting in 1989. He was with Prince during The New Power Generation era and played with him live and on albums for seven years. From 1995 to 1997, Bland, along with Sonny Thompson, recorded and played live with French pop star France Gall—they appear on one studio album and two live albums. In 2010, Bland became a member of Nick Jonas & the Administration (a side project of Nick Jonas of the Jonas Brothers) along with other former members of The New Power Generation and keyboardist Tommy Barbarella. He worked with Vulfpeck playing drums on “Hero Town,” which was released October 2017. Michael is also the current Drummer for Soul Asylum Tommy Barbarella – is an American keyboardist he was a member of The New Power Generation, Prince’s recording and stage band, from 1991 to 1996. Barbarella also played on Miley Cyrus’s album Breakout. In 2010, Tommy became a member of Nick Jonas & the Administration. As a frequent arranger his “Symphony of the North” collaboration with the Minnesota Orchestra and The Minnesota Vikings won BEST SHOW OPEN at the annual Golden Matrix Awards 2022. His keyboard work can be heard on recordings by artists as diverse as Demi Lovato, Switchfoot, Backstreet Boys, Ziggy Marley, Miley Cyrus, Mandy Moore and many more. Ashley Commodore – is a singer from a family of talented, accomplished musicians. Her mother (Ginger Commodore), father (Bobby Commodore), and brother (Brandon Commodore) are all Twin Cities gems performing in varied music genres. Ashley has been featured with the Grammy Award winning group the Sounds of Blackness, and currently tours with National recording artist ‘Stokley’ Williams and is the newest member of the jazz vocal ensemble, Moore By Four. When not ‘out on the road’ with Stokley & the VÜ, you can find her sitting in with the Dr Mambo’s Combo at Bunkers Bar and Grill. Urban Classic