Between classic pub songs, modern Paddy Rock covers and an original or two, Release the Craicen has something for everyone.

No cover. Bar and table seating offered – NO RESERVATIONS. Phil Kadidlo: Piano 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!

Dinner and drinks service starts 1 hour before showtimes. Variety, Pop Standards, Show Tunes and Comedy Dane Stauffer and Dan Chouinard present another edition of the Birthday Club Sunday October 12, a tip of the hat to music birthdays and anniversaries of the month, including Julie Andrews (Oct. 1), John Lennon (Oct. 9), Thelonius Monk (Oct. 10), Paul Simon (Oct. 13), Yves Montand (Oct. 13), Lotte Lenya (Oct. 18) and more. Dane Stauffer: Vocals and Comedy Dan Chouinard: Piano and Commentary Dane Stauffer and Dan Chouinard share a musical friendship of over 35 years. Dan is a frequent performer about town and is noted for his work with Garrison Keiloor, Prudence Johnson, Bradley Greenwald and others. Dane has recently completed another starring turn in the smash hit “Glensheen,” and is a frequent performer and educator about town. “Stauffer is an absolutly major talent. (He)is Hilarious, witty, yearning and wise.” (Star Tribune) danestauffer.com

Dinner and cocktail seating and service begins 1 hour before showtimes. Nostalgic, Vocalist, Modern, Jazz, Country Back at Crooners by popular demand and fresh off of her first tour alongside Todd Rundgren in “What The World Needs Now: The Burt Bacharach Songbook,” join social media-sensation Tori Holub and her fantastic four-piece band in paying tribute to the timeless voices of Karen Carpenter, Carole King, Linda Ronstadt and Carly Simon among others. Tori Holub: VocalsJ.J. Sivak: GuitarRob Fletcher: DrumsConnor Bahauddin: KeysAlexis Ortega: Bass Tori Holub is a vocalist that has garnered attention across social media platforms for her classic vocal styling, particularly in her covers of 1970s pop hits. She most recently completed her first tour with “What The World Needs Now: The Burt Bacharach Songbook” alongside the legendary Todd Rundgren. “Holub’s voice has that uniquely comforting tone that can make you feel like everything is right in the world — even when she’s singing about how it isn’t.” – Variety Find out more about Tori here.

Dinner and drinks service starts 1 hour before showtimes. An Evening of Classic Soul! Classic Marvin Gaye Songs, with additional soulful selections included. Nathan Barlow: Lead Vocals Trevor Peterson: Bass Eric Mayson: Keyboards, Background Vocals Toby Ramaswamy: Drums It has been only since 2023 that Nathan Barlow has been performing music outside of a theatrical setting. So far, he has played all over the Twin Cities including venues such as First Avenue Main Room and 7 Street Entry, Turf Club, The Armory, Berlin, The State Fair, Icehouse, Indeed Brewing Co., Red Wing Arts, Silverwood Park, The Green Room, Mears Park, and many others. Before he came out with his debut album in 2023 and started playing shows, Barlow also performed as an actor in many theaters across Minnesota including the Guthrie, 10,000 Things Theater, Penumbra Theater, Pillsbury House Theater, and Mixed Blood, and several more. “Barlow’s silky, smooth voice shook me. It was one of those larger-than-life kinds of voices that I was instantly captivated by.” -Girlattherockshows.com therealbarlow.bandcamp.com

Dinner and drinks service starts 1 hour before showtimes. An Evening of Cozy Jazz Standards Minnesota’s finest create a romantic night of jazz standards including a cozy, Autumn theme. Jana Anderson: Vocals Dale Alexander: Piano Cliff Whittstruck: Guitar Bill Chouinard: Bass Clay Pufahl: Sax & Flute Jana Anderson was offered a record deal with her jazz standards CD. At the time, she opted to go on tour with Fleetwood Mac as their back up singer where she remained for seven years. She recorded for five years with Prince, toured as a back up singer for Don Henley for many years, has done countless commercials for radio and television, and has written and produced songs that are licensed around the world. “She stepped front and center for ‘Take Me To the River’, giving it a rocking reading that would make Pat Benatar envious.“ –Jon Bream, Minneapolis StarTribune www.janaandersonmusic.com

Dinner and cocktail seating and service begins 60 minutes before showtimes. An Evening of Classic Basie Style Big Band ACME Jazz Company is an 18-piece Big Band featuring vocalist Arne Fogel, performing selections from the Great American Songbook. Saxophonist Bob Parsons contributes the classic charts, plus unique arrangements to the band’s growing eclectic repertoire. This month, the band celebrates The Sinatra Sound. Arne Fogel: Vocalist Bob Parsons: Music Director and Arranger Arranger and woodwind performer Bob Parsons grew up in St. James, Minnesota. After receiving an M.A. in composition from the University of Minnesota, Parsons moved to New York City in 1991, where he was involved in composition, arranging, and production work for major label recording projects, jingles, and film scores. Parsons provided in-studio arranging services for Herbie Hancock, Joe Henderson, John Scofield, the Brecker Brothers, and many others. Since returning to Minnesota, Bob Parsons joined the Acme Jazz Company, which features his arrangements, giving him a forum for his personal eclectic style. “ does most of the arrangements for the band, and they’re a great swinging big band!” — Gerry Swanberg, Big Band Scene, KBEM acmejazzcompany.com

No cover. Bar and table seating offered – NO RESERVATIONS. Marvelous: Vocals & Piano 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!

Dinner and cocktail seating and service begins 1 hour before showtimes. An Evening of Authentic Roots Music Combining soul, R&B, gospel, jazz and traditional blues styles. With roots in the church and a solid foundation of musical education, Joyann Parker found her authentic voice later in life and created her own blend of roots music. Parker has been a steadily rising star on the Midwest music scene and now brings her full range of talent as an accomplished singer, pianist, guitarist and songwriter to national and international stages. “Joyann Parker knows her way around a song. She climbs inside it, dwells in it, lives with every note and phrase, delivering performances that seize our emotions and capture the ragged despair and heightened joy of life.”–Living Blues Magazine JoyannParker.com

Dinner and drinks service starts 1 hour before showtimes. A Night of Straight Up Jazz Adam Wolff is a swinging, soulful jazz pianist from San Diego, California. He played Crooners last year to a full house! Adam Wolff: Piano Rachel Holder: Vocals Tom Lewis: Bass Nathan Norman: Drums Adam Wolff, jazz pianist, is originally from New York. Soulful, swinging, and inventive, he counts Ahmad Jamal, Bill Evans, Herbie Hancock and Keith Jarrett among his influences. His trio performances add unexpected elements to well-known jazz material. Playing with vocalists is a pleasure, as every performance is distinctly different. “I’ve listened to Adam many times over the years in San Diego. Having obviously listened to the jazz piano masters, his playing easily bridges the many of styles of jazz, funk and blues. His easy-going, affable personality comes through in his music.” –Mike Wofford

Dinner and cocktail seating and service begins 1 hour before showtimes. Yacht Rock Icons of LA, R&B and Pop The Grammy Award Winning Songs of Michael McDonald, Kenny Loggins, James Ingram, Patty Austin, Christopher Cross, Anita Baker and Patty LaBelle. Wayne Anthony: Vocals Cate Fierro: Vocals Jack Cassidy: Vocals Tony Axtell: Bass Kevin Anderson: Guitar Michael Pilhofer: Drums Charlie Peterson: Guitar Ronny Loew: Sax Wayne Anthony, a true vocal Chameleon and producer strikes again, teaming with vocal powerhouse – Cate Fierro to bringing a unique alchemy of vocal style, passion and prowess with captivating energy to deliver these super-iconic songs. Add the vocal nuance and smooth tone of newcomer, Jack Cassidy’s Kenny Loggins-like voice and that’s where the magic happens. “Wayne Anthony’s voice, and his profoundly musical performances are always a must- hear and see.” Ricky Peterson | Musician & International Producer www.wayneanthonymusic.com

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Dinner and drinks service starts 1 hour before showtimes. Classic Jazz, Bebop and Swing Classic female songwriters from the era of the flappers in the early 20th century to mid-century bebop and swing and beyond. Trailblazing lyricists and composers like Kay Swift, the first woman to write a Broadway musical, to Dorothy Fields with a six-decade career. Hear songs such as “I Don’t Know Enough About You“, “Just In Time” and “Twisted“. Maud Hixson: Vocals Rick Carlson: Piano Hailed as “gently virtuosic” (All About Jazz), Maud Hixson is a devoted exponent of great songs, ranging from the classic Great American Songbook to the often unsung or forgotten compositions awaiting rediscovery. Based in Saint Paul, Minnesota, Maud made her Guthrie Theater debut in the Noel Coward revue Coward’s Women, also appearing in Park Square Theater’s The Soul of Gershwin. Her newest recording is devoted to the music of her mentor, Sir Richard Rodney Bennett, which earned a 2024 Bistro Award. Rick Carlson taught himself to play the piano by studying the vast works of Count Basie and Duke Ellington and capitalizing on a long string of happy accidents. He has been the pianist for the Wolverines Big Band since 1980. “Maud Hixson’s anticipated and thoroughly polished performances are just what we all need to hear. She really is in a class by herself.” –Rex Reed www.maudhixson.com

No cover. Bar and table seating offered – NO RESERVATIONS. Marvelous: Vocals & Piano 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!

Dinner and cocktail seating and service begins 75 minutes before showtimes. Soul, Rhythm and Blues Mick Sterling Presents AMY / A Heartfelt Tribute to Amy Winehouse featuring Cate Fierro This dramatically soulful show led by Cate Fierro honors the indisputable cool of the singer Amy Winehouse, dubbed one of the greatest singers of her generation. Backed by a 4-piece horn section, background vocals and led by Cate Fierro who channels the inner cool and soul of Amy Winehouse in this not to miss show! Cate Fierro: Lead Vocals Sara Renner: Bachground Vocals Katie Gearty: Background Vocals Geoff Jones: Background Vocals Steve Lehto: Guitar Max Krauth: Guitar Jordan Hedlund: Keyboards Aaron Fabbrini: Bass Brad Swagger: Drums Ronny Loew: Sax Dave Foley: Sax Jeff Gottwig: Trumpet Larry McCabe: Trombone Cate Fierro has one of the strongest voices and magnetic personalities to hit the Twin Cities music scene. Starting her career as one of the lead singers in THE IRRESISTIBLES, a soul R&B Band led by legendary and award winning frontman, Mick Sterling and co-lead Katie Gearty and Shalo Lee, she has continued to perform with Mick in his shows including EltonSongs, Born To Run among dozens, as well as producing and fronting her own incredible shows. Cate presents a number of tribute shows under the umbrella of Mick Sterling Presents: STRONGER THAN PRIDE ~ the passionate songs of SADE AMY ~ A heartfelt tribute to Amy Winehouse The HEART of Ann & Nancy Wilson ~ A Tribute to the band HEART featuring Cate Fierro & Katie Gearty 3 Stars Born ~ the songs sung by Garland, Streisand & Gaga in all three A STAR IS BORN films. Fierro released her first solo album in August of 2014 called Legacy and latest release, Reflections, is a live recording of the songs she and Joshua Stigen have made their own and entertained so many loyal fans for years with. Recorded on the Joyful Noise yacht in St. Paul, MN both available on her website, www.catefierro.com. Engaging. Powerhouse. Genuine. Cate Fierro is a talent of many genres and anytime she is on stage, it is a show not to be missed. www.catefierro.com

Dinner and cocktail seating and service begins one hour before showtimes. Passionate, Rhythmic Flamenco The Twin Cities Flamenco Collective is a dynamic group of Flamenco artists dedicated to preserving and promoting the rich art of flamenco in the Minneapolis-Saint Paul area. Through performances, education, and community outreach, the collective brings the passion, rhythm, and soul of flamenco to diverse audiences and participants. Comprising skilled dancers and musicians, the members and their guests collaborate to create vibrant and authentic flamenco experiences. Their mission is to foster appreciation for this art and culture from Andalusia, Spain while building a supportive local community for flamenco artists and aficionados alike. La Conja: Guest Singer from New York Molly Kay Stoltz: Guest Local Dancer Ross “El Vecino”: Flamenco Guitarist Eva Makiko: Flamenco Dancer La Gracia: Flamenco Dancer La Conja, based in NYC, is one of Flamenco World’s most versatile artists. She has developed a substantial international reputation as a dancer, singer, and choreographer. She has performed at the prestigious Guggenheim Work and Process Series, in collaboration with New Yorks World Music Institute. She has toured nationally and internationally with such artists as Jose Molina and Jose Greco featured as solo dancer, and has also appeared at Lincoln Center with Sarita Montiel. Her recent performances include Savion Glover at the Joyce Theatre, JVC Jazz Festival with composer Maria Schneider, and Rhythm, Ragas and Roots, with composer Osvaldo Golijov at Chicago Symphony Orchestra. Given her multicultural background (an American born of Egyptian parents with a Turkish surname) it is no wonder La Conja has naturally melded Arab, Spanish and Indian musical influences into her work. Charles Jurrist of the New York Daily News described her as a mesmerizing singer and demon dancer, and indeed, her dancing illustrates a show of force characteristic of the Art of Flamenco. La Conja has currently been teaching Flamenco dance at Ballet Hispañico School of Dance. One of the most renowned dance schools in New York City & the United States. Dance artist Molly Kay Stoltz brings rhythmic and percussive dance to south-central Minnesota as a performer, choreographer, teacher, and arts administrator. She performs with acclaimed companies, including Joe Chvala’s Flying Foot Forum, Zorongo Flamenco, and April Sellers Dance Collective in the Twin Cities. She shares her expertise teaching tap at Ballare Teatro Performing Arts Center and flamenco at Zorongo Flamenco Dance Theatre. From her new creative hub, B3 Studio and Gallery in St. Peter, MN, she continues teaching through community education programs while developing her newest venture, GreenHouse Percussive Dance. “What I love about the TC Flamenco Collective is the energetic vibes in the room. They welcome a diverse range of performers from the local and international community together.” –Joe Bowman tcflamenco.org

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