Live Music

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.

Unattractive Giant Monster – Unattractive Giant Monster is a post genre, weirdo sewer punk band from the Twin Cities in Minnesota. Fueled by hot dogs and inspired by bands like The Dead Milkmen, Devo, and  Diarrhea Planet, UGM is ready to party. Dado Set – Forged in the bowels of South Minneapolis in the wake of the grocery co-op wars, Dado Set combines the sultry sounds of migratory birds fighting over a hard roll in the parking lot with the drone of an overpowered car stereo. And also Tom Petty and The Breeders. Let us into your earholes; Dado Set has always been and will always be.   Big Into – BIG INTO is a two piece space-rock band consisting of guitarist Jozef Conaway and drummer Curtis Kraft Mattson. These indie rock vets released their first full-length album, Cold Fortunes and Warriors Obscura in 2020. Last year, the duo released a pair of EPs, What Does Tomorrow Look Like? and Where Does Yesterday Go? with a music video to go with each and every song. This year the duo is working on yet another EP with new music videos releasing every month.