Christopher Vondracek is a piano singer-songwriter in the ilk of a midwestern Randy Newman whose new release, “Packinghouse,” is born out of his time as the agriculture reporter for the Minnesota Star Tribune. His 2023 release, “Rattlesnake Summer,” was based on his poetry collection of the same name, which featured a poem for every county in South Dakota. His band, The Golden Bubbles, once performed outside the Corn Palace. Vondracek lives in Minneapolis.   Steeped in the ways of American roots, rock & roll, and soul, the central MN based Tony Cuchetti Band breathes life into their onstage performances with an honest and relatable approach. A cast of stellar musicians (including Blair Krivanek, Dan Carpel, and Andrew Bartelson) collaborating to convey their “working class” relatable stories and memorable melodies. Don’t miss them!

Francis Avenue is a group of 4 close friends who started doing their own projects solo to coming together and having a blast since day 1. We love to do a mix of indie pop /rock/ slow songs. No matter If you cry or laugh at our shows all that matters is that you’re there and feel like a family . All you need is a small group of friends and music and life is good . Francis Avenue as well started January 2024 and ever since then it’s been a fun journey and never a dull moment .     A Sunken Ship Irony began in 2004 as the solo project of songwriter Josh Wirtanen, but became a three-piece band by the end of 2005. Over the course of their long career, the band changed lineups several times while releasing over a dozen records. They wrote theme songs for multiple podcasts and even had their song “Island Of Misfit Toys” appear in the 2009 film Friends With Benefits.     J-Mo & The J-Lighters: Hailing from Saint Paul, Minnesota, Jamie’s music effortlessly blends the classic 50’s & 60’s vibes with contemporary rock & pop elements, creating a unique and captivating sound. Influenced by legendary artists such as Elvis Presley, Michael Jackson, Cliff Richard, and Billy Fury, Jamie’s Musical Journey began at a tender age with dancing, eventually blossoming into a fervent desire to become a music artist during his high school years. With the unwavering support of his talented backing band, The J-Lighters, who skillfully capture the essence of the 50’s sound, Jamie confidently ventures into the music scene.