STORY TELLERS: The Great Songs of Billy Joel, Paul Simon and Jim Croce

Main Stage Showroom 6161 Hwy 65 NE, Minneapolis

Dinner and cocktail seating and service begins 1 hour before showtimes. An Evening of Timeless Classics! The popular STORY TELLERS series is back with another great show! This time featuring the legendary music of Billy Joel, Paul Simon and Jim Croce. This special night will include hits like My Life, The Stranger, Mrs Robinson, Homeward Bound, Time In A Bottle, I Got A Name, and many more. Plus, some glorious singalongs!! Jay Fuchs: Piano, Lead and Harmony VocalsJames A. Rocco: Lead and Harmony VocalsAndy LaCasse: Guitar, Harmonica, Lead and Harmony Vocals Kris Stauffer: Bass, Harmony VocalsReid Kennedy: Drums Jay Fuchs, James A. Rocco and Andy LaCasse are all beloved veterans of the entertainment world. Jay Fuchs is a distinguished entertainer and music educator. Jay has a rich career spanning many decades. Known for his partnership with Erin Schwab, being the founder and director of Dr. Jay’s Cabaret, and his role as Music Theory Department Head at McNally Smith College of Music, Jay has performed for audiences worldwide, from Crooners and The W – Minneapolis to The Governor’s Inauguration Ball. His ability to connect with audiences makes him a sought-after figure in the music industry. James A. Rocco is a Broadway and recording artist, recognized as the Twin Cities Vocalist of the Decade. James has sung alongside legends like Herbie Hancock, Wayne Shorter Nestor Torres, Darlene Love, Dee Dee Bridgewater, Blossom Dearie, Andrew Lloyd Webber and so many others. From Carnegie Hall and The Kennedy Center to local venues like Crooners and the Ordway, James captivates audiences with his powerful voice and charismatic stage presence. Andy LaCasse is a multi-talented guitarist, vocalist, and songwriter, Andy’s new album, “Your Little Gift”, is now available on all streaming platforms. He can also be heard on several recent releases by pop artist Mr Mooq, three children’s records by Kit and Kaboodle and on television for the Mystery Science Theater 3000 episode, “The Dead Talk Back”. His unique energy, rhythmic grace and authenticity perfectly complements the trio, rounding out this seamless blend, creating a harmonious force.

CROONERS JAZZ: An Evening with the Kenny Reichert Quartet

Dunsmore Jazz Room 6161 Hwy 65 NE, Minneapolis

Dinner and drinks service starts 1 hour before showtimes. Modern Jazz with Lyric Improvisation and Rich Harmony The Kenny Reichert Quartet delivers a fresh take on modern jazz with a melodic sensibility and deeply harmonic approach. Led by guitarist and composer Kenny Reichert, the group explores rich, original compositions that blend contemporary jazz with introspective lyricism and rhythmic subtlety. Fans of artists like Kurt Rosenwinkel, Aaron Parks, and the Brian Blade Fellowship will feel at home in the quartet’s immersive soundscapes. With a keen ear for nuance and interplay, the band invites audiences into a dynamic musical conversation that is both soulful and sophisticated. Kenny Reichert: Electric GuitarKavyesh Kaviraj: PianoTed Olsen: Upright BassBen Ehrlich: Drums and Cymbals Recognized by DownBeat Magazine as “a distinctive player and composer,” Kenny Reichert has established himself as a compelling guitarist with an expressive and refined approach to the instrument. Blending lyricism with harmonic sophistication, he crafts music that is both adventurous and accessible. His artistry has been praised by All About Jazz as “masterly without being showy,” and Textura has lauded his compositions for making an “immediate impression” and “warranting repeat engagement.” Based between Chicago and Minneapolis, Reichert is an in-demand performer who has collaborated with artists such as Russ Johnson, Geof Bradfield, Lenard Simpson, Clark Sommers, Ethan Philion, John Christensen, Devin Drobka, Ana Everling, and Alyssa Allgood. He has performed at venues and festivals across the U.S. and Europe, bringing his music to audiences in intimate and large-scale settings. ” …a distinctive player and composer with wide-ranging idiomatic inklings. ” – DownBeat Magazine www.kennyreichert.com

The Bistro Showcase

The Finnish Bistro 2264 Como Avenue, St. Paul

Join us at 6:30 pm for The Bistro Showcase Hosted by Jun Sugiyama Featuring For more information visit our Events & Music Facebook page

Rogue Valley at Dakota

The Dakota 1010 Nicollet Mall, Minneapolis

w/ Special Guest LSD Earthy Folk Rock Date & Time Thu Jul 17, 2025 • 7PMDOORS • 5:30PM Cost From $25.47

Kilde Barn Fest

Kilde Barn 27773 Lanet RD NE, Blackduck

Steeling Dan

Route 47 Pub & Grub 7820 University Ave NE, Fridley

The Belfast Cowboys

The Belvedere at Crooners 6161 Highway 65 NE, Minneapolis

Dinner and cocktail seating and service begins 90 minutes before showtimes. A Night of Van Morrison, Rock, and Soul! The Belfast Cowboys are back for a night of Van Morrison and more. All of this in the fantastic Belvedere Under the Stars! Don’t miss this show! Dan Kowalke: Guitar and Backing Vocals Joe Baumgart: Bass Dave Kirby and Dave Haugen: Drums and Backing Vocals Joe Loskota: Keyboards and Backing Vocals Paul Gronert: Sax Matt Hanzelka: Trombone Tim Martin: Trumpet Vic Volare: Sax and Flute Terry Walsh: Lead Vocals, Guitar, Harmonica, Piano THE BELFAST COWBOYS is a nine-piece, horn-driven band from Minneapolis that specializes in the music of Van Morrison along with their own originals, mixing rock, blues, roots and soul sounds. Led by veteran songwriter and guitarist Terry Walsh and powered by a four-piece horn section, the Cowboys have flourished in the renowned Minnesota music scene, consistently packing houses and wowing crowds since 2002. belfastcowboys.com