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David Daniels CDs Available: David Daniels with the Talkin' Roots Crew -4:20 Re	Playwright/Actor/Spoken Word Artist Founder of the Reggae Theatre Ensemble
Wayne Hamilton CDs Available: Lucky That Way Homecoming Hootenanny Various Artists The Present	Wayne delivers contemporary acoustic music, including blues, folk and original tunes, with a sense of humor and true Southern style.
Sally Heuer CDs Available: Today the Sun	Minnesota-based contemporary folk singer and song writer.
James Curry CDs Available: A Brand New Suit	James Curry is a two piece (singer songwriter) acoustic duet. From the Backroads to the City lights a unique and powerful music experience.
Chris Maus CDs Available: The Blues Caught Me	Solo acoustic singer/songwriter who also covers other obscure singer/songwriters.
Kirsten Melrose CDs Available: Tracing Every Line	Kirsten is a Singer/Songwriter with a memorable voice whose songs are authentic and accessable. Vocal harmonies from her friend, Cora, distinguish their sound as truly beautiful
Nine Days Old CDs Available: Window Seat	The vibrant acoustic music of Nine Days Old twists and rolls on a backwoods road. Songs turn unexpected directions and splash through pools of harmony, guitar, and dulcimer.
Pigs Eye Landing CDs Available: Sparrows in the Buckthorn	An acoustic dance and performance band rooted firmly in the Appalachian andBritish Isles folk traditions.
Pushin´ Daisies CDs Available: Pushin Daisies	The roots rock/ alt country band Pushin' Daisies bridges a jammin' good timewith thoughtful introspection for full musical experience.
Reverend Eddie Danger CDs Available: reverend eddie danger	Electric Folk, A One Man Jam Band
Michael Riddle CDs Available: Put Yourself Out There	Michael’s music is sophisticated mid-American country rock, influenced by living in places along the banks of the Mississippi as far south as Baton Rouge, LA to as far north as the Twin Cities.
The Craig Schumacher Band CDs Available: Live At Creation	a folk/blues, alternative, pop, r&b fusion style with a sophisticated accessible raw edge...soulful singing...incredible players...strong lyrics...a breakthrough cd
Glenn Shope CDs Available: Settle Into Me	Glenn Shope's alternative folk style has been compared to James Taylor, Ani DiFranco, Indigo Girls, David Wilcox, and others...
Katy Tessman CDs Available: Fall	Singer-songwriter, Katy Tessman, combines a rhythmic guitar style and powerful voice to express a straight-from-the-heart songwriting style that’s won accolades from fans and critics alike.
Urban Renewal Bluegrass CDs Available: Urban Renewal Bluegrass	Urban Renewal Bluegrass plays hard driving bluegrass, as well as bluegrass interpretations of pop and country songs. Theirs is a blugrass sound with a great variety of sounds.
Raymond Yates CDs Available: In The Winter	Raymond's music has many flavors - the soul of jazz, the frenzy of rock, the introspection and comfort of folk, and the earthiness of blues.
Beth Yeshaya CDs Available: Far Cry, Live at Studio M	A new voice in jazz that spans from Strayhorn to Sting and Joni Mitchell. This live CD showcases Beth's lyric and soulful style wrapped in lush arrangements.
Mick Zengel CDs Available: Celtic Collection	Native Duluthian, self published, singer songwriter Mick Zengel.
Rose Norris	the singer-songwriter type. with folkish roots and an uncanny ability for heartbreak/ing.
Josh Harty	Josh Harty is a classic example of...Made In America. He blends contemporary midwestern sensibility with traditional gospel and blues to create a rich hybrid unique in the field of acoustic guitar.
Big Top Chautauqua	Original musicals and folk music.
Imaginary Jack	The self-recorded, self-promoted, self-loathing Semi-Acoustic Indie-Folk-Punk band out of Minneapolis.
20 Minutes To Park	Rootsy acoustic duo out of Indianapolis, IN.
3 For All	Christian Pop/Folk/Rock from 3 high school guys. Similar to Jars of Clay.
3 in a Tree	3 in a Tree is a 3 piece rock and roll band that mixes blues, rock, reggae, twang and funk, inventing a sound that is uniquely their own. Having been performing together for over 9 years, 3 in a Tree is a veteran band that thrives on improvisation in a li
4ofUhKinD	Hey were an all chic band called 4ofUhKinD, come check us out!
A Night In The Box	A Night In the Box plays music for people. We play banjo's, violins, guitars, harmonicas, drums, sing and we love to dance.
Aby Wolf	soulful acoustic folk meets swirling layered harmonies
The Absent Arch	Will Markwardt - vocals, acoustic guitar, electric guitar, keyboards, synths, harmonica, whatever else.
Actor Slash Model	Queer indie bluegrass from Chicago
Adrian	Acoustic singer/songwriter Adrian Krygowski started playing instruments at the age of eight. Adrian has logged time and shows in Wisconsin, Minnesota, Illinois and parts of the UK, including opening for Gareeth O'Connor, Sean Redmond, and Damien Rice.
Dave Afdahl	Dave is a Minneapolis based singer-songwriter. He has a signature drums on the piano sound and catchy vocal melodies. His style is deep in different rhythms.
Afterall (MN)	Acoustic Based Rock
Agent Double E aka Renee Asteria	Renée Asteria (Agent Double E) is more then just a singer. A songstress, guitarist and activist, Renee's music is a union of the art and activism that define who she is.
Laurie Akermark	Singer/Songwriter/Guitar
Second Class Citizen	Acoustic-alternative music with a little jazz, a little pop, a little rock and a lot of love.
Alterations Mulally	Country/Bluegrass some folk by Terry and Dan
Amaryah	Amaryah's talent to create beautiful music is evident in her natural melodies and provoking lyrics.
Maren Amdal	Soprano soloist and Singer/Songwriter, Maren teaches and performs throughout the twin cities. marenamdal.com
American Gypsy	Touch-Music from one of Minnesota's best female blues-folk-rock performers!
Amy and Adams	Minnesota Folk Festival Songwriters Contest finalists Amy & Mark Adams-Wesitn weave sumptuous vocals, guitars, mandolin, flutes, and keyboards into an infectious blend of styles.
Anders Ponders	Adorable, joyous, and bittersweet viola, guitar, and vocals looped live.
Drew Anderson	Drew plays original acoustic music and is available to travel anywhere.
Jim Anderson	I play acoustic blues,folk,early country covers and songs I wrote myself.I also play some slide.
Andy Elementary	Acoustic singer songwriter up & coming in the Twin Cities Area. Wonderful mix of Heaven and Hell
Anti-Social and the Hip Cats	We play what we feel like and what we feel like is good.
Josh Aran	Smart, sincere alternative rock, Josh Aran's music ruminates in layers and hooks. Think Wilco, Zepp, Radiohead, Counting Crows, Beck, and that'll get you there.
Jay Armstrong	For fans of Ryan adams, dashboard confessional,and bruce springsteen...Must See Live
Art Vandalay	A gritty mix of Americana, roots-rock, folk, and jazz
Arthur Lee Land	ARTHUR LEE LAND SOLO LOOP SHOW -A ONE-MAN AFROGRASS FOLK ROCK ENSEMBLE
Welmore Mile	Welmore Mile have a harmony-filled, acoustic pop/rock sound that is both warm and immediate.
Meg Ashling	A singer/songwriter and multi-instrumentalist that combines country, folk, bluegrass, pop, gypsy jazz and western swing.
Ole Ask	Singer and Songwriter
astronaut . love . triangle	An original duo featuring guitar and mandolin (and possibly a banjo); exploring the outer reaches of the acoustic music universe.
Jackson Atkins	I play folk and blues and enjoy it very much.
austin may	acoustic, experimental, indie rock.
Autumn City	A subtle blend of acoustic folk, rock, and jazz. Warm acoustic rock.
Back Alley Blues	Back Alley Blues is a weekly outdoor showcase of local talents on Acadia Cafe's patio. The stage is built out of pallets and a piece of plywood... Perfect for stompin’, hollerin’ and drinkin’… Check out the happy hour specials on Monday from 4 p.m. – 7 p.
Badger Hotel	Badger Hotel is high energy acoustic folk-rock with a splash of the blues.
Baker London and the Fuumes	Folk rock band from chicago
Banjotom	Banjotom Sing-along musician on banjo and guitar for 17 years Christ Recovery Center St Paul Mn. Bethel Hotel men,s shelter Chapel Band for five years
Paul Barlow	Acoustic Blues and Contemporary Folk
Gabe Barnett	folksinger
Barra	Barra is a 4 piece band featuring fiddle, accordion, flute, guitar, mandolin, hurdy gurdy and vocals
Sneaky Pete Bauer	Sneaky Pete Bauer plays 6- and 12-string Old-Time, Folk, and Blues Music, blending original tunes and Traditional American Folk Songs.
Bear Acoustic Honey	Old school, stripped down, folk jam revival stomp music
Bearkat	[Bearkat] like Leslie Feist at a New Orleans Funeral Circus
Christopher Becknell	Professional classical musician. I am able to offer many styles of music for all occasions. Please feel free to contact.
Andru Bemis	Since 2002, Ground Vinyl Records' Andru Bemis has wandered the ends, edges and in-betweens of North America -- by thumb, bus, motorbike, and passenger train -- playing his original tunes of love, loss and longing for anyone who will listen.
Ben Gardner's Boat	Acoustic duo focusing on original music with cleaver lyrics and good looks. The movie Jaws motivated the name of these accoustic crooners!
The Bent River Band	h
The Bewitched	Dark, Euro cabaret intertwined with medieval, classical and jazz influences.
Peter Bierer	Peter Bierer, Mankato, MN based singer/songwriter. Check out Peter's independent debut release, ALL CREATION GROANS www.peterbierer.com
Bill Geezy and Dave Bille	Bill Geezy and Dave Bille perform original songs, a handful of classic covers, and an occasional spontaneous song about whatever pops into Bill's head. Leaving no time to think, Bill's handmade on the spot songs keep the band on its toes and are guarant
Bitter Roots	The Bitter Roots have a refreshing sound that spans many genres
Chris Bjerken	Touring Alaskan singer/songwriter
Blackbirds	The Blackbirds are a new traditional Irish/Celtic group featuring innovative arrangements, passionate singing and the unique lineup of banjo, clarinet and accordion.
Elam Blackman	origianal folk music with a spoken bent.
Blake Thomas and The Downtown Brown	Blake Thomas & The Dowtown Brown is a five-piece folk-rock band from Madison, WI.
Blame	Roots rock, alt-country, or rock n roll. It doesn't matter what you call it, Blame plays rock n roll the way it is meant to be played,
Blue Drifters	Bluegrass and wide variety acoustic quartet. Flatpicking guitar, violin, upright bass, 5-string banjo.
Blue Garden	Blue Garden is a gumbo-like mixture of blues, funk, country, gospel, folk, and other undetermined categories.
Blue Sky Divide	Blue Sky Divide is an acoustic folk-indie-pop duo originally from Minnesota and now residing in Los Angeles.
Blue Wolf Bluegrass	This fantastic four-piece bluegrass bands provides lightening-fast picking with exceptional harmonies.
BlueGreen	BlueGreen formed in the summer of 2004. The band specializes in a blend of blues, folk, and rock music with roots in the sounds of the South and West and an emphasis on fun...
BlueStratum	BlueStratum is a Twin Cities based singer/songwriter duo featuring Gordon Meyer and Sandy Cadman. The pair offers original folk, country, rock, blues and popular song.
Blume	Blume's unique sound mixes up folk-rock, boho jazz and hip-hop beats, all tied together by Joel Blum's melodic and thoughtful songwriting.
Bob Nordquist and The Intangibles	Seven piece band, original music. Variety of rock and world influences.
David Boone	Acoustic Folk/pop/rock music. Touring from Missoula, MT, with percussionist James Wasem
Jenn Bostic	Jenn combines the country/pop sounds of Sugarland with the sweet folky blues of Norah Jones. There's something for everyone at this Nashville songwriter's show. :)
Glenn Bowen	Chicago Blues Harp musician for studio work
A Boy in the Woods	Acoustic semi-folk music and bold words about unfriendly thoughts. A Minnesota artist.
Boyd Lee and Joe Cruz	John Hiatt meets Nickel Creek in this innovative acoustic group. Incredible live they weave a musical tapestry of contemporary folk, pop, jazz and bluegrass.
Brad Hoshaw and the Seven Deadlies	His somber melodies were gorgeous, and his voice was honest and without affectation, similar in tone to Damien Jurado's but uniquely its own. - Tim McMahan (Lazy-i) ...one of the sweetest high lonesome sounds out there. - David Dondero (T
Rachael Brady	Emotive and socially conscious Australian singer/songwriter with a huge voice and a peaceful vision.
Erik Brandt	Americana / roots-rock / kung-fu grip
The Brass Kings	One of the most unconventional old-timey stringbands in town, their ferocious, world-influenced rhythms take that old-timey sound down some unusual roads… they're not to be missed. - Pulse Magazine
Scott Bravo	Ecclectic, instrumental, acoustic music paired with instrospective and humorous storytelling.
Scott Bravo	Acoustic instrumental music in the vein of Will Ackerman, Roger Hudson, and Adrian Legg.
Brendan OLoughlin	Celtic folk-rock Singer/Songwriter (Ireland) now based in the US
Kelly Brightwell	Kelly Brightwell is a singer/songwriter who combines evocative lyrics and rhythmic guitar work with a signature melodic sensibility. The result is thoughtful acoustic pop music with a groove that explores the overlap between everyday experiences and
BROKEN HEARTS	New HOT Country Group
Tom Brosseau	Tom Brosseau,an LA-based artist and Grand Forks, North Dakota native, teamed with notable producer Sam Jones (Wilco documentary) for his 2005 debut, What I Mean to Say is Goodbye. 10 Best of 2005 pick by Chicago Tribune's Greg Kot.
Chastity Brown	Chastity Brown is a a visionary singer/songwriter performing original acoustic folk/rock & soul-- solo or with her band.
Mike Bruno	Acoustic version music of Classic Rock, Country Rock, Adult Contemporary and Originals.
Jackson Buck	Requesting for Acadia Cafe Roots Music Series per Ted at The Acadia
Colleen Buckman	Colleen Buckman is a singer/songwriter born and raised in Minneapolis. Colleen combines strong vocals and lyrics to round out her playful nature. Colleen just finished an album at Pachyderm Studios due out in the Spring. Sometimes in the Sun.
Buddy B and The Kind	Acoustic Music for The SOUL
Mary Bue	Nominated for Best Folk Act 2005 in the Providence RI Phoenix Weekly, this singer/pianist has the potential to emotionally sucker-punch you
The Buffali	The Buffali are a bombastic acoustic indie-pop duo. They can be real funny or real serious and they'll make you feel all funny inside either way.
Bug Candy	Fun and upbeat urban folk music. Four 20 somethings up on stage letting it go with folky, jammy, roots
tyler burkum	A study in contrasts, smooth, organic vocals with a pop sensibility, offset by instrumentation and arrangement harkening a bygone era, the music of Tyler Burkum speaks to both new and old in one fresh breath. A native of Minneapolis, MN, Tyler's music spe
Burnt Brownies	We are a folky funk horn band with 60s/70s roots. 90% origanal shows may include; Dylan, Dead, Gaye, Beatles, or Jazz standards.
Jim Cadwell	Eclectic Folk / Rock / Pop / Country Honky Tonk
The Cajun Hot Soles	The Cajun Hot Soles will take you back to the sweat-stained Louisiana dancehalls of the 1950's and earlier.
Calamity Jean	Hoots, hollers, harmonies and hillbilly jazz
Patrick Callan	Patrick Callan is a Twin Cities based singer songwriter, who's style is a mix between Folk, Punk, and Blues. His first full length entitled- Tales of a Folk Punk Nothing, is to be released May 8th 2009, by Blanket Statement Records
John Cannaday	Irish Traditional mandolin player looking to join, or help form an Irish band in the Minneapolis/St. Paul, Minnesota area. I also play 12-string guitar and a bit of tin whistle.
Capitol Jay	Indie-Rock/Folk
Captain Hovercraft	Captain Hovercraft is Kai Anders.He plays a wide variety of jazz folk and rock.
Captain Yonder	Critically-acclaimed psych-folk about madness, infatuation, solitude, country, and nature.
Edie Carey	An undeniable skill for carving out images in startling detail, an engaging stage presence, and an almost unearthly voice have earned Edie Carey performances at the 2002 Winter Olympic Games, on Ed McMahon's Next Big Star (Star Search), and coveted finali
Nicolas Carter	Paraguayan harpist Nicolas Carter brings the warmth of South America to the stage with lively, joyous world beat rhythms and thoughtful, reflective melodies.
Cartoon Graveyard	Rather than some recipe analogy, let's just say Cartoon Graveyard is simple songs with lots of bells and whistles glued on for effect.
Casados	Touring acoustic-indie band from Illinois. Hear Casados at www.myspace.com/casadosmusic
Marianna Cascanet	A solo acoustic performer from the Northwoods of Wisconsin
Casey Petersen Band	Minneapolis-based acoustic rock band.
Cattle Gate	Old school country and folk
Cedarwell	From the space between singer songwriters and pop rock and roll comes Cedarwell; an acoustic duo with really good songs.
Celtic Harp and Classic Voice Kathryn Mannyng	Back from living in Boston, Massachusetts, Kate now provides the Twin Cities with exquisite Classical singing and Celtic Harp, just like on the East Coast.
The Center for Irish Music	The Center for Irish Music aims to promote traditional music and song through its various activities, which include weekly instruction, monthly group sessions, master classes with visiting and regional musicians, and opportunities for student performances
John Charles	Ecclectic, Humorous Singer/Songwriter/Musician
Charlie Van Stee Trio	Http://www.myspace.com/cvstrio The CVS Trio has been playing around the Twin Cities since 2005. They have always brought great melodies that could be compared with Sunny Day Real Estate, Spoon and Elliot Smith. Moving from acoustic shows on the st
Charly Moranis	Sounds like how heaven would sound.
Todd Chase	Singer-songwriter Todd Chase plays an eclectic mix of original and cover tunes. Everything from old-timey folk, blues and country, roots rock, goth metal and straight ahead pop. Ok, maybe not goth metal.
Bob Child	Native American style flute music, all on flutes I've made myself.
Chris and Aurore	Chris & Aurore are an Acoustic folk/rock duo from Boston, MA. They are currently on tour supporting their new release entitled Blessing In Disguise.
Paul Christianson	Paul Christianson is a 20-year-old singer/songwriter who plays a percussive acoustic guitar with a band of same-aged musicians who play with remarkable competence.
Elliott Christopher	Elliott Christopher's strong melodies and raw lyrics draw from a variety ofstyles and life experiences to create engaging and organic folk/pop songs.
CitySongs	CitySongs was founded to help young people develop competence, confidence and individual potential through diverse music participation.
Claw Like Things	Claw Like Things, a newly conceived three-piece band out of NE Minneapolis, is a ménage-a-trois of heavy, jazz-laden rock.
Clearwater	Acoustic trio that plays well known acoustic, folk, and bluegrass. Great for coffee shops, picnics, environmental events, etc.
The Cloud Hymn	Slow burning, spacious indie folk three piece on Amble Down Records.
Alexander Codoreanu	romanian singer/songwriter with a gypsy driven jazz/folk improvisational guitar.
Columbus Without Us	we are a folk band from chaska, MN. We have played all over the twin cities for the last couple years and continue to do so. If you like music you will like us. we built your fricken brain.
Ben Connelly	Songs about love and death, an umbrella, little lights in the night.
Cooper and Scheidel	Guitar and Harmonica, with vocals that blend. Coop and Scheildel will fill the room with their unique style of folk blues.
Cooper Tati	Cooper Tati make music in Minneapolis.
Copper Mountain	This duo is well known for their unique style of mountain & bluegrass harmony.
Cosmoline	Cosmoline is an Americana band from St. Paul, MN.
The Courtney Janes	From the San Francisco Bay Area
Natalie Cox	singer/songwriter
Coyote Grace	Y'allterntive Americana: upbeat folkgrass, lovesick serenades, blistering blues, broody funk, and freight train folk rock...with a fruity twist.
Craig Stoneman and the Cynics	Eclectic rock, with a hint of touch of blues. Original lyrics with a fantastic backup sound. Ahead of the curve !
Cranes and Crows	Cranes & Crows is an indie-folk band from Eau Claire, WI. They recently released their debut album, Blame Winter, on Amble Down Records.
Creekbones	Bluegrass Rock!!! All Acoustic music. Very groove oriented music using guitars, banjos, fiddles, mandolins, dobros, harmonica, hambone, ect.
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Crush Collision Trio	Great Country Blues and Old Time spirituals from the 1920's and 1930's. An acoustic Trio featuring Lonesome Dan Kase with mandolin and washboard.
Culture Bully	National Music Blog
Chuck Cunningham	Quirky pop rock. Mark Severin - Vocals, Guitar Keith Kotsonas - Guitar, Vocals Steve Hasti - Vocals, Bass Matt Franklin - Drums
D.B.CURTIS	singer songwriter of folk anti-folkpop music. Minn. born and raised.poet,traveler, howler
D.B. (Ben) Rouse	Born and raised in northern Wisconsin, Ben combines early folk traditions with more modern rock traditions... he's penned over 150 songs, and his independently released albums have earned him a small cult following.
Gazillion	Earnest folk/rock popsters taking on the world one fan at a time.
Kimberley Dahme	Nashville Singer Songwriter and Bass Player for the band Boston, Kimberley Dahme does it all. More Than Music, Experience The Magic
Damascus Mile	Somehow God found it funny to put really cool songs into a band full of very strange people. Don't ask... Just listen.I
dancing Light	Today dancing Light performs between 60 and 75 shows a year, with a musical blend that has been called cosmic/acoustic or metaphysical folk. Greg's unique approach to acoustic guitar supports a mesmerizing vocal blend, occasionally peppered with Kiki's p
Luke Danger	High School Musician who is looking to start up band. Plays Guitar, Keys, Saxophone, Vocals.
The Danny Jack Fiasco	We like to play.
The Daredevil Christopher Wright	We are three young men doing their best to make some good music. That rocks.
Brian David	Acoustic Stomp Pop/Rock
David Brusie	Indie/pop/folk musician who specializes in pop songs in the vein of Weezer and Elliott Smith.
Carrie Davis	Folk/Rock musician open for gigs at local venues and churches
Sierra Dawn	I am 17 years old, a singer-songwriter.
db curtis	singer/songwriter/producer of modern acoustic pop and rock.Performs at clubs coffeehouses, colleges in the midwest.
Dead Larry	We are a band based out of Iowa City, IA. Fun music that makes you dance and makes you think.
dead western	sounds like a forest growing (the throatless groaning of age-old trees); feels like a Victorian passage through limbo (grey, ominous); looks like a Grecian statue (as drawn by Robert Crumb)
Dear Astronaut	dirges for the joyous, hallelujahs for the damned
Brenda DeJardin	I have a duet or small group and have played my original music for several years. I have been labled New American sound and have recently moved to MN.
emaline delapaix	The emaline delapaix band are an all female 5 piece who play lush neo folk peppered with alternative influences and delicious melodies. Their music incorporates such diverse instruments as violin, viola, accordion, trumpet, clarinet, djembe as well as gui
Anne Deming	Local singer / songwriter Anne Deming plays original music covering a mix of folk, rock, blues, and alternative styles.
loren lukas	Singer song writer, Americana guitar with world influence. Somewhere between Paul Simon and Dave Mathews. Call it world folk fusion.
Charlene DiCalogero	Alt acoustic singer-songwriter who could give Ani DiFranco a run for her money.
Steve Digre	Spanning the spectrum from Power-Pop to Folk-Punk.
Traitor Mouse	Alt-Folk-Rock Trio who play fun song as best as they can.
Doc's Kids	Energetic, entertaining, enigmatic acousticomedypop trio with a trombone twist. Catchy, fun, and always a good time.
Don Ross	Powerful, groovin’ and in-your-face music crafted by the only 2-time U.S. National Fingerstyle champ
Dooley	Our sound is probably best described as a mix of Jeff Buckley, Radiohead, Counting Crows and some Ry Cooder.
The Doon Ceili Band	Formed in 2003, The Doon Céilí Band was a band long under discussion. As a conversation topic at house parties and visits to Paddy, the band took shape around a group of the top local Irish musicians.
Naomi Dornfeld	Naomi uses a variety of influences to create a unique style of music.
DOUBLE HAPPINESS	queer as f*** artcore
Pat Dougherty	An indie folk-artist, who can lead you into a world of genre bending soundscapes and bring you back to reality with folk songs that sound older than the songwriter himself.
Nate Douglas	I'm a Guitarist living in downtown Shakopee, MN. I Play almost every kind of music and looking to get back with a band.
The Dregs	Scandinavian-Irish posers who bring their own merry flavor of folk music to the pubs and taverns of Minnesota
droplet (featuring Chrissy Mitchell)	droplet is a pop-rock band featuring singer-songwriter Chrissy Mitchell.
The Dude Man	I do Folk and Shockfolk sets. Both are 2 hours long. Me my guitar and amp can and will change your lives.
Midweek Bracer	Midweek Bracer at Acadia Cafe features a wide variety of local acts from 8 p.m. - 12 a.m. on Wednesday nights. 'Enough food, drink, and FREE music to get you through the rest of the week.'
Brad Dunse	Acoustic performing songwriter - country, folk, Singer-Songwriter, Americana
Dusty Rockers	A truly untraditional folk duo!
Eager Anxiety	Alternative/Folk/Progressive Rock duo.
East of Innocence	Original Melodic Duo with unbelievable harmonies and a modern sound. Styling are comparable to Liz Phair, Alanis, Jewel and Sheryl Crow.
j eastman	j eastman is primarily a one-man band. Originally wrote songs for distribution with friends..in late 90's began performing and recording music in San Diego, Arizona, and currently records and performs in Minneapolis, MN
Ry Edwards	Solo Artist, Ry Edwards explores music from a variety of styles influenced by bands like Dave Matthews Band, Smashing Pumpkins, Ben Harper, and John Mayer
Eliza Blue	eliza blue plays folk music that is at times almost celtic, at times straight off the mountains of appalachia, but always soulful and elegant.
Ellery	Airy yet Organic Indie-Pop... From Mtn Xpress: ...their sound is rich, intricate and iced with a voice no less than mesmerizing.
Ellis	Ellis is a nationally touring singer, songwriter and guitarist. Her sound is folk/roots rock with a little pop.
Elliston	A simple four piece composed of strings, keys, and beats. A dazzling blend of electronic and organic instruments that will leave one with a few unforgettable moments. Sloppy and willing, Elliston has just started to emerge from the tiny Chippewa Falls
Vicky Emerson	Americana multi-instrumentalist, Vicky Emerson, tours nationally and currently lives in New York City. More information is available at www.vickyemerson.com
Emma Hill and Her Gentlemen Callers	Indie Folk powerhouse and her acoustic roots band
Emot	Matt Leavitt-Guitar,Vocals Tor Johnson- Drums, Recording/Mixing(Better Weather Studios) Chris Salter (guitars)
Enchanted Ape	Organic roots-rock band
Johan Engevik	Born in Thief River. High School in Fargo North Dakota.
Thea Ennen	Piano-driven folk with country-soul and bluegrass influences, songs about the landscapes,transformations,and relationships...a dead deer, a sex-change, etc...
Ennui	local three piece
Enter The Haggis	Enter The Haggis plays a unique version of Celtic fusion that blends elements of rock, bluegrass, jazz and even Latin music with traditional Celtic fare.
Eric Addington	Songwriter and Guitarist
The Ericksons	Midwestern sisters bring modern folk music to Brooklyn, NY with sounds from tenor and acoustic guitars, banjo and vocals that interweave creating layers of harmony and skilled melodies.
Joyce Ernst	Hailing from Minneapolis, Joyce blends a variety of folk sounds with her insightful lyrics. With a soulful folk pop base, Joyce captures creative lyrics with catchy hooks and an empowered voice.
Escape Mechanism	appropriation-based sound collage
Aaron Espe	An alluring mix of folk and pop; lyrically deep and acoustic with catchy, melodic vocals.(John Mayer meets Nick Drake.) Music that displays truth and beauty in an addictive style. Captivating live performer. Powerful, lovely vocals and guitar playing that
Erik Espe	Local acoustic singer/songwriter laments soulfully on the ups and the downs.
Eternal Sunshine	Eternal Sunshine is a solo project of the 18 year old Neil Polglase. Eternal Sunshine's influences are wide, ranging from The White Stripes to the Beatles.
ettie voya	ettie voya is an original indie folk pop swing trio from Minneapolis/St. Paul.
Robert Everest	Robert is a solo performer/bandleader who has toured nationally and internationally, recorded several CDs, and appeared on major television and radio stations in the twin cities.
Every Wednesday	Somewhere in the small town of Stacy, Minnesota, just north of the Twin Cities, four friends meet at the red house, to write, record, & play their music, Every Wednesday.
Joe Fahey	Joe Fahey is a Minneapolis-based songwriter & guitar player who sunlights as a freelance graphic designer. He has played bass and guitar in various cellar-dweller, and occasionally-gigging, rock and blues bands starting in the late 70s; always careful to
The Falderals	The Falderals is a little band with a big sound--two guitars and two voices blended together to create a unique folk-pop fusion. This acoustic singer/songwriter duo has been playing together for 10 years.
Famous Volcanoes	twangy garage pop
far beyond frail	A duo originally from a small island called Martha's Vineyard, far beyond frail's sound has been called a collision between the simple songs of folk and the intensity of alternative.
Farewell Milwaukee	Farewell Milwaukee has been making music together for over 4 years.
Fat Chance Jug Band	The hardest working jug band in Minnesota. Classic jugband tunes as well as newer tunes jugbandified. Available for bars, coffeehouses, and other low joints, as well as private parties and festivals
John Fern	Mostly acoustic and vocal with a little harmonica. Singer/Songwriter
Maiko Ferrier	Songs featuring words and music.
Fifteen Keys	Erik Ritland and Drew Pederson, Singers, Songwriters, Multi-instrumentalists, fun guys
Julie Filapek	Stevens Square Community Organization sponsors monthly art openings with live performances by neighborhood musicians, 1st Monday of each month at Acadia Cafe
finnegan	Instrumental solo acoustic guitar.
Finnegan	Solo fingerstyle instrumental guitar
Don Fitzwater	Don brings an eclectic blend of music to the stage ranging from folk and roots music to contemporary singer-songwriters in addition to his own compositions
FLAMENCO Michael Hauser	Flamenco and classical guitarist
Flaming Seamus	Flaming Seamus plays agressive Irish music with tons of energy.
Flick Montana	Flick montana is primarily an instrumental jam band with influences ranging from the stylistic songwritting of Phish to the simplistic funk licks of The Meters
Flincho	Aggressive Progressive Acoustic Folk Duo
Floating Bridge	A multi-dimensional rock band featuring two talented singer/songwriters who draw from a wide variety of influences and sounds.
Flock of Doug	Clever, playful, and unpretentious pop rock.
Brent Floren	Urban folk- where jazz, blues and country music run up against each other.
Flyer and Mason	Twin Cities folk duo, Flyer & Mason, have been entertaining crowds for the past nine years.
R.O. Flyer	Singer-songwriter R.O. Flyer has played with a number of bands over the years, including The Better Part, Northern Diving Co., Rain and the Rhinoceros, and Flyer & Mason. Most recently, he has joined with Joel Mason, Matt Uttech, and Andy Blessing.
brendan flynn	brendan flynn's music is mostly folky originals that incorporate elements of blues, bluegrass, irish, rock,traditional and jazz.
Jessica Fogle	Chicago based s/s. Playful, melancholy, bittersweet writing meets melting pot of piano styles. Loves frogs. www.jessicafogle.com
The Forever Erratics	The Forever Erratics are an eclectic, Minneapolis-based band who play often dark, occasionally folky rock music with influences from the Violent Femmes to Toots and the Maytals.
forget me nots	Forget me nots is a three-piece (guitar, piano, violin, vocals) accoustic folk/rock band from Seattle WA.
Tigers Everywhere	Mostly acoustic with as much noise as you can make in an apartment.
Forty Shades of Green	Celtic music, traditinal Irish jigs and reels, Songs and waltzes. FIDDLE, FLUTE, GUITAR & VOCALS.
Four Season Porch	Four Season Porch performs in that gray funky area between folk, rock, jazz, blues and alternative music.
Matthew Fox	Singer-songriter, guitarist, mandolinist with varied musical background over the last 20 years.
Frank Boyle and his Eminent Acoustic Entourage	A trio of dynamic players (guitar, harmonica, percussion) featuring originals and selected covers. Swing, rock, country, latin and more flavor an eclectic repertoire.
Dan Frechette	Dan Frechette not only is an amazing person to behold but an experienced guitar/mandolin player, and a dynamic singer/songwriter.
Jon Fret	Pop/Rock/Folk solo artist. Acoustic guitar & voice, covers & originals
Bob Frey	Bob Frey is a Singer-Songwriter with a memorable voice and intelligent, well-structured songs, sometimes solo, sometimes with a band.
Fro	Solo guitar singer songwriter with harmonica
Frontage Road	Frontage Road is a classic sounding rock band with strong blues and folk influences.
Fuller Still	Fuller Still, comprised of have tried to create a sound that’s best defined as “Progressive Folk-Rock” or “Acoustic-Powered Pop.” And at the center of it all is Jesus.
Fumando	Fumando is a rock band that mainly plays blues, but mixes in several styles of music. We recently recorded at Pachyderm studios and have a demo for submission.
Tim Gadban	Folk/Blues
Chris Gant	I am a singer/songwriter from MN looking to play my songs around town.
Will Garrison	Will Garrison is a singer songwriter with no home planet. He can breath fire and entertain penguins with magic tricks he learned in hell.
gawker slowdown	gawker slowdown offers honest pop and country songs from a basement four-track studio somewhere in northeast minneapolis.
Gazillion	A unique blend of indie and folk rock.
Gemini's Rival	Gemini's Rival has an eclectic combination of various stlyes with influences ranging from the Refreshments to Killing Heidi.
Gene LaFond and The Wild Unknown	Original rock, blues and folk, rattle and roll. www.genelafond.com for more info.
sall gibson	Sall is an emerging canadian 'alt-folk-rock' singer songwriter.
The Gilded Age	A hodgepodge of folk-rock, classic & cosmic country, and 60's pop music.
Patti Gilman	Folk/Bluegrass guitarist, upright bassist and songwriter
Gregory Paul Hammond and Band	Saint Paul based songwriter/singer Gregory Paul Hammond has been crafting, recording and performing pop and bar tunes over the past several years in the Twin Cities.
Global Harmony Chorus	Choral concert benefiting Compatible Technologies International.
The Godevils	The Godevils play alt-Western funky punk-folk rockabilly music, sometimes acoustic, sometimes amplified.
Goodbye Sun	Goodbye Sun is a St. Paul, MN-based band steeped in rock and country and playing original material.
John Goraj	His intimacy with music is evident in every note of his songs and makes listeners feel as if they know Goraj personally even if they’ve never met him and have only heard one song from Goraj’s canon of impressive writing.
The Great American Novel	Distinct. You'll hear it once and never forget it. And that's a good thing.
Loren Green	World class contemporary folk singer songwriter
Roger Green	Roger Green’s music blends ambient, sparkling textures with traditional American folksong forms. It can go from a dense sonic wall to a finger-picking song reminiscent of the Carter family. Depending on the performance context, you can hear him play dra
Green Sweater Society	A high energy rock and roll band to remind you of when the radio was good. Spontaneous energy mixed with straight forward melodies.
Greenville	Milwaukee-based Greenville are making their mark on the Wisconsin live music scene with their moving blend of folk and rock.
Greenwood Tree	Traditional music of the British Isles and American folk songs played on hammered dulcimer, guitar, bowed psaltery, mandolin, and bodhran.
Sam Grimes	Female singer/songwriter who now fronts her all-male entourage (aka full band).
Matthew Griswold	Singer-Songwriter
Tim Gustafson	A compulsive singer-songwriter with roots in folk, rock, and blues. Urban folk, Americana. I value well-crafted songs, the mix of melody, rhythm, story.
haley bonar	Pop-tinged, folk-esque singer/songwriter who performs with a fender rhodes keyboard, beat up guitar and a drummer.
Stacy Halter	Acoutic, solo singer-songwriter. Folk-rock/pop/soul
Wayne Hamilton	Hear originals and old favorites in folk, blues and pop! Wayne has performed for 20 years all over the country.
Trina Hamlin	To describe her in a genre-ized way verges on insult. Her guitar playing travels from singer/songwriter folk down to a muddier blues and then swings around to TV ready pop. Add that amazing, rich soulful voice and you have a force to be reckoned with. S
East Arm	Enter a world where reality is a stone's throw from corruption and love holds the only relevance to escape, and the music from the East Arm of Minesota might catch you.
hand-me-downs out of hand	country fried harmonized melodized droning folkie fried rock and roll
Phil Bayer	Singer/Songwriter Phil Bayer writes in the vain of Neil Young, Wilco and Bob Dylan and also performs 60's covers.
david hanners	alt.texas.folk
Holly Hansen	Alt-folk/pop, jaws drop.
Jack Harlan	Welcome to Jack Harlan's official website. Listen to free MP3's from his new album titled Resolutions. Jack's lyrical Alt Country, Country Blues music will soothe and inspire your soul.
LIS HARVEY	Alt-folk americana. Fingerstyle guitar & voice: jazzy storyscapes that crackle, brood & purr, speaking to late nights & long drives home.
Carl Hauck	Yount solo acoustic musician from Champaign-Urbana, IL with three self-recorded albums.
Heatherlyn	Heatherlyn's music is both brass and glass. A soulful voice and a guitar strum with a message of honesty and hope will reach deep.
The Heise Bros.	Good Time Acoustic/Folk Rock
Derek Helland	I think of my music as acoustic, folk, sensitive/sentimental rock and pop, with blues and alternative influences.
Tim Helmen	Tim Helmen writes songs for the mind and spirit, while his guitar creates a sophisticated groove that keeps the body up in the mix too.
Mary Henderson and Geoff Shannon	Original rural flavored acoustic music. Duet performances with vocals, acoustic guitar, and frailing banjo.
Ryan Henneboehle	Primarily acoustic singer/songwriter. Plays styles from folk to classic rock. Lost of original material.
Hickory Creek	Duo performs originals and covers of bluegrass, blues, folk, and rock on 12-string guitar, mandolin, banjo, and mountain dulcimer.
High on Stress	High on Stress is a four piece rock band from the Twin Cities that write songs about the cracked glass of daily life
Greg Hobbs	Greg Hobbs is a Toronto-based singer-songwriter whose often sardonic outlook, and poetic yet down to earth lyrics, bring a fresh perspective to the folk-rock, roots-country genres.
Andy Holmaas	andy holmaas grew up in the middle of nowhere singing songs and waiting for life. now hes out chasing it
gabe holmes	Soothing, soulful voice that you will never forget
Jennifer J. Holt	Born and raised on the plains of South Dakota, Jennifer brings a fresh, yet familiar voice to the acoustic scene. Her original songs are intimate and rebel rousing. She also fancies Irish and Old-Time music and brings her modern spunk to traditional song
Homer	sounds of whales, sounds of dirt, sounds of spirits, homer is from the deep forest of the north, his music and instrumental musings are from the tallest cedar trees, the deepest freshwater lake,and the darkest caves in sandstone. gritty at times, and flui
Honey Sunflower	We are 3 piece band right now looking for a bassist. We play grateful dead/hendrix type stuff
Brad Hoshaw	Professional Folk/Rock Songwriter who expresses everyday emotions in new and unique ways.
Tim Houlihan	Contemporary acoustic music rich in folk and blues traditions. Compellinglyrics and melodies with vitality.
Humfinder	Groove and lyrics to do push-ups to.
Will Hutchinson	Acoustic folk musician with heavily crafted lyrics and an endearing personality.
In Overflow	Acoustic rock with a groove.
Matthew Inkala	Strong soulful songs from the heart. Acoustic-electric guitar and well-thought-out lyrics often laced with dry humor.
Inukshuk Pass	Original 4 piece band playing FolkFunk. Patti Ryan~Paul Ralph~Mark Martin~Dave Degennerro
Bill Isles	An award-winning singer/songwriter with poetic lyrics and original melodies.
Dan Israel and the Cultivators	Dan Israel and the Cultivators play honest, melodic, intense roots-based music that'll get you thinking while it gets your feet moving.
Danny Jack	I'm a singer/songwriter interested in getting my original material out there.
Jack Gandydancer	What Steely Dan would be like if they played country music.
Jack Norton and the Mullet River Boys	Jack Norton and the Mullet River Boys play vaudeville, bluegrass and gospel.
The Pistol Whippin' Party Penguins	Twin Cities Based Jake Manders, Matt Walvatne, Chris Pyle, Ryan Schallock, and Pat Mavity Folkie, Alt Country, Bluegrass
Jambo Acoustic Music	Jambo Acoustic Music - Acoustic Rock/Country and Jimmy Buffett Tribute music
Jeff James	Singer-Songwriter Acoustic Performer. 350+ cover/original songs of several genres. Live audio/video clips on Web Site!
Julie James	Twin Cities Acoustic Singer/Songwriter/Performer. Prolific writer, eclectic style.
Claudia Jane	Northern Wisconsin singer-songwriter and guitarist inspired by stories she hears from others.
Andrew Jansen	Folk meets the modern world. Cause we're all folks, right?
Jayber Crow	indie/folk rock
jeffrey james	an organic, swingy folk sound. Mainly a indie/folk sound characterized by a 6/8 preference and a European folk instrument setup including accordion and upright bass.
jenbluhm	alternative country, acoustic folk, singer/songwriter, usually solo
Jenn Bostic and Caitlin Nicol-Thomas	Acoustic Folk/Country/Pop
Jenny Peterson	Acoustic singer/songwriter musician - female
Jess and Zeb	Acoustic duo (Zeb - guitarist and Jess - vocalist/violinist) performing originals and covers in the jazz/pop/blues genre.
Jessee Bastard	Acoustic msuic with punk rock edge to it. Looking for shows.
Jink	Eclectic alternative-folk that combines intense and evocative lyrics, insistent rhythms and an unconventional melodic sensibility—-all delivered with a powerful, emotional punch.
The Jinnies	The Jinnies are an original folk trio from central Minnesota.
JJ	Trying to start a blues band in the twin city area that is a mixture of Brazilian guitar style
Joe Adams	A solo-singer/songwriter with a folk heart brimming with introspection and creativity.
John Snell the Tenth	The songs are either relaxing and soothing, fun and upbeat, or strange and rockin'!
Baby Grant Johnson	Veteran of Acoustic Blues, Country and Folk Music.
Carl Johnson	an eclectic acoustic style of dark themed country and folk rock
Noah CG Johnson	Local musician by way of Oly, WA by way of Iowa... that's right: Iowa.
Prudence Johnson	Premiere of Prudence Johnson singing a new collection of songs based on the works of Pulitzer Prize-winning poet, Edna St. Vincent Millay.
Davis Jones	San Francisco based singer/songwriter touring in support of new album Winter Midnight
Julia Carroll / Amy Lashley	Southern-based singer/songwriters folking their way to the twin cities. Acoustic folk/rock.
Brian Just	Brian Just is a singer songwriter influenced highly by Elliott Smith,Will Oldham, Ramblin Jack Elliott, and Townes Van Zandt. He has been playing in Minneapolis for 7 years as a solo act and also in bands such as Beight, and The Saturday Sun. To hear musi
Michael Kac	Musician (banjo, guitar, keyboards) and composer.
Kaiser Wingate	Kaiser Wingate, named after two characters in Greg Iles great novel Dead Sleep, blend 70's pop and folk, with expiremental elements to form one hell of a sound.
Matt Kalin	Matt brings exciting music to kids between the ages 2-5. He has released his Feelin' Good album and hopes to perform it live for children.
Lisa Kane	Lisa Kane is a roots oriented Singer-Songwriter withan incredible live performance and a wonderful new CD!
Kaptain Karl	Acoustic Geek Rock. They Might Be Giants meets Johnny Cash. Solo, or with Memphis Evans as Great Uncle Helmer.
Time Line	Much of what we do is blues based, though it ranges from delta to uptown to jazzy show tunes, Tinpan Alley and acoustic rock.
Karmic Whiplash	Punk/folk that gives a portion of a damn
Kate Peterson and Sarah Cleaver	Two songwriters who have come together to create a powerfully entertaining show that will make you laugh and maybe cry.
Katy Young	Katy sings jazz and blues from the 1920s, 30s and 40s along with her own arrangements of classic American folk songs from that same era and a few fabulous originals. Katy accompanies herself on custom-made mandolins, octave and mando cello, sometimes uku
Steve Kaul	Resophonic guitar, Acoustic guitar and Vocal - fingerstyle and flatpicked guitar arrangements of original and traditional new-folk
Mike Keane	mike wows his audiences with his heartfelt songs, clear vocals and consistent guitar playing. his style is an acoustic/folkpop sound with a very subtle funky undertone in the rhythm with lyrics and licks that won’t leave your head for days...in a good way
Kid Solomon and The Teton Wolf Band	Acoustic ensemble from St. Paul. Style ranging from experimental to traditional folk.
Kilometers Davis	Kilometers Davis is a Minnesota acoustic band performing original material with insightful lyrics and rich harmonies.
Dane Kim	Minneapolis singer-songwriter, performer, founder of luckySound & Co. s
Beth Kinderman	Singer/songwriter/multi-instrumentalist performing geeky, clever, literate folk music.
Rod Kinny	A Singer/Songwriter with a fresh, alluring way about him. His music is reminicent of Al Stewart, Peter Gabriel, & Steely Dan.
Kristin Kitko	Folk, acoustic, quirky & catchy
Thomas Kivi	A person who sees the song as a medium for communication. Expect more from music.
Zack Kline	Zack Kline is a fiddler at ease in many styles, from Appalachian tunes to Bach and works these varied influences into an original sound.
Laura Klinkert	acoustic indie music, heavy on the folk side of things fronted by female vox.
Lonnie Knight	Minneapolis singer-guitarist-songwriter. CDs include I Wrote My Name on You and Better Days.
Chris Koza	Draws from a pool of folk, alt-country, pop and rock
Mark Kreitzer	Multi-instrumentalist Singer/songwriter plays Bluegrass, Jazz, Folk and Classical
KROME	an original mix of genres brought together by easy-to-listen to rock ballads
Ruvane Kurland	Rockin' acoustic-folk from the midwest!
John Kurtis	Kurtis writes and performs a blend of gritty folk-punk songs with strains of blues and country.
Rachel Kurtz	Rachel Kurtz is a Minnesota based singer/songwriter whose distinctive voice infuses her organic instrumentation to wash over and through the listener. Her subtle blend of style reveals folk pop sensibilities with a healthy dose of soul. Audiences across t
Aaron Kyle	Aaron wears his heart on the outside, for us all to see. His songs can make a loud room quiet. They can make one minute seem like ten. Or ten like one.
Kyle and Savannah	Kyle and Savannah are Eau Claire students who have put together an eclectic array of songs to entertain and engage the crowd.
L. Preston West	Strongly lyrical acoustic music.
la poema	A guy. A guitar. Creativity. A dream. Empassioned acoustic band that loves to rock. Poetry in motion.
mick laBriola	Cultural Percussionist, Educator, Producer, Singer/Songwriter & Composer.
Brianna Lane	sweet-voiced alterna-folkie
Kiki's House/Mike's Party	Singer/songwriters Mike Lane and Kiki Klein team up to create a melodic,harmony-rich brew of guitar pop songs.
Matt Lange	Acoustic fingerstyle and slide guitarist, singer, and songwriter.
The Langer's Ball	Good . Irish . Music
Lark	Lark is an urban country-folk group with your heart in its hand
Bethany Larson	I am an independent singer/songwriter from Minneapolis, MN.I play my guitar and sing my songs.
Brian Larson	Lead singer of rock band Seconds Before shows his sensitive side with Americana/Alt Country original solo acoustic style.
Son Of Lars	Truly unique folk music. These songs are poetically written and emotionally sung with acoustic guitar and open back banjo accompaniment. The bard of the Mid-West!
The Last Known Whereabouts	The Last Known Whereabouts is a four piece string band, playing folksy, rootsy, original new grass music.
Latona	Naming themselves after the Roman Goddess, Latona, who was the mother of twins, Jennifer and Sarah Schroerlucke, who are themselves identical twins, have been writing and performing music together virtually since birth.
Anna Laube	Folk music from the heart.
Louis Ledford	Performing Songwriter Waterbug Records recording artist and former member of Used Carlotta
Jason Lee	write. play. sing. Become a cliche. Beg for a CD sale.
Rebecca Lee	Singer Songwriter Rebecca Lee is known for her original, heartfelt songs - sweet vocals - artistry on piano, keyboards and guitar - timeless, stirring melodies, universal, reaches in and grabs your heart . . .
Lee Rude	Lee Rude combines insightful, clever lyrics with a unique folk-popsensibility.
Legacy	Celtic Traditional and Contemporary Music
Zach Lein	acoustic folk pop, good stuff if I may say
the leisure masses	progressive four piece. A fusion of jazz, funk, folk, rock, and all around creativity.
AdriAnne Lenker	Indy Acoustic-Folk-Pop-Rock artist.
James Lieder	James Lieder plays a unique style of guitar never using a capo and could be described in one word: acoustafunkafolkaliciousgrass
Like Home	Acoustic folk-blues-rock duo use vocals, guitar and bass to deliver harmony-tinged covers with a healthy portion of good fun. Exclusively at Anodyne Cafe.
Likely Stories	Singer-songwriters Tracy Jane Comer, Dave Schindele and Nancy Rost accompany each other on piano, guitar, cello, fiddle, percussion, melodica and vocals.
The Limns	The Limns are a St. Paul group striving towards the amalgamation of all types of music, with a heavy reggae / pop feel.
Jimmie Linville	Jimmie Linville is a multi-instrumentalist acoustic singer/songwriter whose pop sensibility and unique style of metaphorical songbuilding provide a fresh approach to songwriting.
Locklin Road	Celtic trio performing traditional and contemporary Celtic songs, along with original songs and the work of contemporary American singer-songwriters. www.locklinroad.com
Jaspar Lepak	girl and guitar with lots of lyrics and a country folk sound
Long Time Gone - bluegrass band	Bluegrass band from the Twin Cities south-of-the-river suburbs, playing classic Golden Era bluegrass and fiddle tunes
Lotus Eater	A local college band, Lotus Eater tries hard to incorporate all three of the players' styles (indie-alt, jazz, and funk) into their music.
Love Songs For Angry Men	From Cat Stevens to Cindi Lauper, we play what we like and hope you dig it too.
Love Songs For Angry Men	From Cat Stevens to Cindi Lauper, we play what we like and hope you dig it too.
Lovely Houses	Lovely Houses is a an artist who writes songs in a folk/pop style containing thoughtful, provocative lyrics and beautiful, captivating melodies.
Julie Loyd	Julie Loyd is a high-energy, wiggly, acoustic-rocker. Her frenetic performance on stage makes her solo show feel like a full band.
Derek Luttrell	Derek Luttrell is a singer/songwriter that recently moved here from Illinois. Plays Folk/rock/americana. He plays mostly original music and only covers on occasion when applicable.
LVNMUZIQ (a.k.a. Liz Snavely)	LVNMUZIQ is toe-tappin' urban folk music with heartfelt lyrics and passionate on-stage energy guaranteed to suck you in and keep you wanting more
M And I	If you are looking for a good variety of acoustic sounds, you have found the right musicians.
Chris MacCarthy	Chicago musician. Singer/Songwriter. Native of Grand Forks, ND.
Machinery Hill	Machinery Hill combines the melodic textures of accordion, sax/clarinet/harmonica, and violin over the driving rhythm of guitar, banjo, bass and drums. Strong vocal performances by various band members move throughout the music with lyrics about everythin
Brian Mackey	NYC Born Singer Songwriter. Started singing and performing in NYC's Greenwich Village back in the late 60's and early 70's
Madison Greene	Aggressive acoustic music with Celtic undertones and Afro-Cuban rythyms
MagellanMusic	The progressive, New Age of Rock
Major5th	Indie rock with sweet melodies and a female vocalist.
Jon Manners	Unique and dynamic vocals with acoustic guitar, electrified and electrifying.
The March	We, The March, are a revolutionary indie rock/folk punk band.
Jennifer Markey	SingerMusicianSongwriter writes new classics and brings back some forgotten ones.
Katie Marshall	Acoustic female singer/songwriter... acoustic guitar and vocals
Martin Zellar and the Hardways	Martin Zellar and the Hardways - Great Rock Music and excellent stage presence!
mary mack	comedic folk singer
Matt Patrick	local singer/songwriter/producer Matt Patrick is an eclectic mix of rootsy folk and experimental/ambient music.
Matthew Hope	Matthew Hope makes you nostalgic for tomorrow. His styles range from the melancholy musings of a dark ballad, to the passionate strains of a spirited love song. Born and raised on the outskirts of Chicago, Matthew absorbed many different musical tradit
Melissa McCarthy	Melissa McCarthy performs wedding ceremonies, house concerts, in schools, and small events.
Willow Bridge McDowell	Acoustic 3 member band,American Irish, Bluegrass, Gospel, Country
Seth McGaha	Seth McGaha is an indie acoustic folk artist originally from Portland, Oregon.
Willie McManus	Acoustic and electric folk music, a la Dave Ray .,with a bit of trash on the side.
Crista McRae	An accomplished singer and songwriter that wows audiences with her soulful vocals and beautiful guitar and piano melodies
MeatHook	Heavy Metal Folk Rock. There are hints of album #2 on our other sites. Proud to be a part of Minnesota's musical heritage.
Medford	Good music for folks that chill and listen, and folks that like to groove. A mix of folk, funk, jam rock, honky-tonk country, and pop.
Phoenix Mendieta	Folk, blues, jazz, Indie singer/songwriter.
Sasha Mercedes	Sasha Mercedes is a vocal powerhouse whose percussive guitar style and gift for song craft turns heads no matter where she plays.
Michael King Ross	Contemporary folk singer-songwriter with a sense of humor.
Back Alley Blues	Back Alley Blues is a weekly outdoor showcase of local talents on Acadia Cafe's back patio. The stage is built out of wood pallets and a piece of plywood... Perfect for stompin’, hollerin’ and drinkin’… Check out the happy hour specials on Monday from 4 p
Mike Brady Trio	Pop music built by robotic giants. Riders on the new hugging machine.
Mike Swenson (solo)	Mike Swenson (solo or with The Nouns) is an original folk/country influenced/jam band from St.Paul, MN. Drinking and having fun is encouraged.
Mila Vocal Ensemble	Mila Vocal Ensemble nourishes the human spirit with songs and stories of every day life, collected from the folk traditions of Eastern Europe and beyond.
Michael Miles	Urban acoustic rock, combining organic acoustic rhythms with urban loops and dance beats.
Brad Miller	I am a bluegrass banjo player. I played in a variety cover band for 17 years. Looking to start/join a BG band.
Chris Miller	Chris Miller's sets include his own songs mixed in with traditional blues and old time country music as well as a few jazz standards.
Mike Miller	Mike Miller continues the tradition of the troubadour, performing American and International folk music.
The Milltown Band	Traditional British, Irish and American folk music.
Minnesota Klezmer Band	Contemporary Jewish songs and instrumentals rooted in klezmer and other Jewish music
Minnesota Police Pipe Band	Highland bagpipe and drum corps
Minnesota Blue	Minnesota Blue plays bluegrass and other music they love.
Anais Mitchell	vermont-based singer-songwriter
MN Soundtrack KFAI radio	Local music radio show that sponsors live music shows in the Twin Cities periodically.
Eric Moeckel	Melancholy, harmonically interesting and progressive singer-songwriter.
Mojdeh	Mojdeh is a young and vibrant Folk/Groove rock musician from just outside of Chicago. She mostly incorporates a lot of folk, blues, jazz, and rock into her music. She's on her way to the top already with her debut album Before The Reckoning. On the alb
Molly and Sonny Boy	With an eclectic blend of advanced blues and folk playing and vocals and an abundance of instruments from the banjo to the mandolin, 12 string guitar and more Molly and Sonny Boy entertain shamelessly!
Colin Monette	Guitarist/Educator/Recording Artist/Singer/Songwriter. AAS Degree. Blues/Jazz Harmony + Improv,Fingerstyle.Americana.
Monroe Crossing	Traditional & original Bluegrass & Gospel. Powerful vocalists. Recipients of fifteen 2000 Minnesota Bluegrass Association Awards, Monroe Crossing won guitar, banjo, mandolin & female vocal awards!
Michael Monroe	Minnesota Original performing since 70s: Acoustic Folk/Reggae/Jazz
Dawn Xiana Moon	Chinese-American Dawn Xiana Moon went from classically trained pianist to singer-songwriter shortly after discovering anarchy in the guitar. Melodic folk pop infused with passion and honesty. From Chicago.
Jeffrey Moon	Writing songs for over 18 years, Jeffrey Moon is a unique talent in the twin cities. Influenced by a wide range of styles--latin, folk, classical, electronica--Jeffrey uses a formidable finger-picking style in combination with compelling songwriting.
More Amore'	Songwriter Adam Thoms plays an eclectic array of original arrangements delving into diverse genres deemed; Replacement Treatment Sound.
Phillip Morgan	Distinctive lyrics and inviting melodies compel listeners to turn within and consider that which concerns the heart, the mind, and always... the spirit.
Trevor Marty	Trevor Marty's music brings the word finess to mind. An expert word-smith and musician rarely do these two come together as they do in Trevor.
Matt Muller	Singer/songwriter
Mary Ann Munro	Mary Ann Munro is a singer-songwriter who writes songs about love and lust. Her voice is soft and velvety like cake or butter.
MUSICAL SEX	Musical SEX #1 goal World Pennatration
My Cousin Dallas	Folk-hop pop acoustic music with influences from semisonic to doc watson to Warren G.
Eric Nassau	travelling folk
Nate Houge and The Honest Folk	driving garage folk for the masses
NAYMAN-TRACY-NAYMAN	A three-member band from St.Paul made up of two brothers on guitars and a lead singer on percussion. All three sing concentrating on cover and original songs from Simon and Garfunkel to Van Morrison and the Rolling Stones.
Daniel Nelson	I am a 24 year old singer/songwriter. I have been told I sound like Dashboard Confessional. My lyrics are about love, emotion and social and environmental awareness.
Erik Nelson	Solo act with Christin roots and Christian messages.
Michael W. Nelson	Producer/Engineer/Mixer/Compser
nephilim	experienced 5 piece dark rock with folk influence. female vocals and violin, with full drum kit, bass and guitar. a genre of their own.
The Nethermost	A gothic metal band looking for a drummer and possibly any other instruments you can think of. We love adding to sounds into the mix.
Neverwas	urban/rural digital folk music, intended for your postnational and eventually posthuman future listening pleasure. May it keep your hardware hard, and your software soft.
New Folk Collective Concert Series!	The New Folk Collective is a non-profit organization that produces concerts by folk or acoustic singer-songwriters. Sometimes we collaborate with other Twin Cities folk music organizations to present concerts.
The New Science	We are the new science, and this is our experiment.
Anthony Newes	simple pop songs that should not be confused with crappy simple pop songs. word up!!
Andrew Newton	Singer songwriter with roots in folk and folk/rock.
Dan Newton	Eclectic music on accordion. French, gypsy, zydeco, jugband, roots.
Nick Pocius	Local Singer/Songwriter with a looped jammin funky folk style of his own.
Night Wolves	Folk music from the Dakota territories. Songs about animals and fire. Songs to set your watch to
Adrienne Nightingale	A folk/ blues singer songwriter with a gypsy lifestyle and a nonprofit that uses music to educate and empower communities in Kenya.
Nikki and The RueMates	Folk/Rock Bluesy group. The group consists of Nikki Matteson on vocals, rhythm & lead guitar, Rich Rue on lead & slide guitars & vocal harmonies, Carrie Deans on bass & harmony vocals, & lastly Bryce Kastning on minimal style drums.
Stephanie Nilles	Ella Fitzgerald on speed beating the s*** out of Regina Spektor.
The Nite Owls	Come join the old time sounds of The Nite Owls at the New Acadia Cafe located at the intersection of Cedar and Riverside
NiteRail	The Blues Cut Loose...High energy band specializing in bringing the blues!
nixon	as american as apple pie
No Cigar	We are No Cigar. Located out of Northern California we have been playing the area now for a while. With a demo out we are planning on setting up more shows and traveling farther to play show. In the near future we are planning on recording a CD and/or wor
No Small Wonder	nosmallwonder is a 2 piece acoustic guitar duo from Minneapolis, MN.
Nobody`s Poet	Nobody's Poet is the duo of Bill Campbell & Dean Christensen. Their debut CD features a variety of original music with a focus on topics of spirituality and self discovery.
Steve Nollet	Original Songs about the search for meaning in middle-class suburban America
Nor The Moon By Night	Indie folk, Alternative, Good
Bob Nordquist	With guitar and harmonica, Bob Nordquist tells stories of people and placesfrom Minnesota and the rest of the world.
The Northern Roots	Rootsy music with a hint of snow.
Norton	Song-based rock and roll.
Chuck Nyberg	Pop, rock, folk, extravaganza!
Chuck Nyberg	Pop, rock, folk, extravaganza!
Rose Oberg	A unique singer/songwriter with an acoustic sound. With insightful and sometimes twisted lyrics, you'll get hooked.
Rose Oberg	Twenty-something singer/songwriter that plays the guitar
Ocho	Energetic solo acoustic. Punk folk fun! TMBG meets Dylan meets Biafra.
Suzanne O'Keefe	Singer/songwriter with folk rock to country influences, yet almost too original to put in any one genre. Original rock songs add to her varied works.
the Old Believers	americana
Olivia	Olivia is a five-piece acoustic art rock band from the twin cities.
Dave Olson	Original folk and roots rock that tells stores of ordinary life with refreshing starkness and clarity. Tunes that grab the heart and head while you tap along to the music.
Nancy Olson	I perform solo and as trio. originals and covers. acoustic. I play guitar, dulcimer, autoharp and banjo. trio members play classical guitar and bass as well.
One Night Stand Variety Show	Fairness Awareness Productions teams with singer/songwriter Jaspar Loes for a night of shocking fantastic fun!
Open Bones	The Open Bones play Originol Parlor Rock plus Rockin Juke Box Roots Blues like Chuck Berry, Muddy Waters, old Stones and many surprises.
Oscar Del Sebastien and the Strange for Strangers	Dynamic guitarist, unique lyricist. Oscar Del Sebastien brings to you a sound never before heard reminiscent of Cohen, Waits, Dylan, and Bossa Nova.
Otsu and His Onion	Poetic Folk Rock. Drums Bass Guitar. Dos Voces. May bring tears.
Depot Creek	Depot Creek is a small woodland tributary to the Minnesota River. Most of its length is in the Ney Nature Center. The band plays rock and folk music.
Jordan Page	Jordan Page is a young poet, singer/songwriter, guitarist, political activist, and social commentator. His songs are vehicles for social change calling people to action.
Paisleybrooks	PaisleyBrooks is about who WE are instead of who I am...With boldness and conviction, this music proves how one single person can unite us through song. Powerful, motivating, comforting - Got to hear it to believe it.
Nora Paoli	Nora Paoli is a talented singer-songwriter who combines sweet singing, catchy melodies, clever lyrics, and guitar finger-picking finesse.
A Paper Cup Band	bastard-folk gypsy city-grass
Pat and Dan	Minneapolis-based, acoustically-driven alt/pop duo.
Patchouli	Patchouli is the Acoustic Duo of julie Patchouli and Bruce Hecksel. Patchouli plays uplifting, positive world and flamenco influenced modern acoustic folk.
Patchwork	experimental folk
Nick Patraw	solo musician/producer as of now, looking for a drummer, bassist and lead guitarist
Yata Peinovich	Singer/Songwriter/guitarist. Folk musician incorporating jazz,rockabilly,etc. Noted for setting classic poetry to music (Yeats, Burns, Browning, etc)
The People's Chariot	The People's Chatiot has been around for about 5 years now. We started as a folk duo and are now a full fledged rock band. A strong political message is present throughout our sets. Enjoy.
Perception Studio Presents	acoustic pallette with roots reggae featuring Felix Feelin Teague Alexy Brigadier Woodrow Debra G Melissa James w/ Tone Acadia cabaret theater Aug 21 Saturday 8:00-1:00 7$ cover charge Cd of performance available immediately following act.
Pert Near Sandstone	Pert Near Sandstone is a modern stringband. They approach the American tradition with reverence, infusing their own ideas to deliver a sound and style uniquely their own.
Brian Peterson	Singer-Songwriter with a progressive, urban-folk style. Influences include: the Beatles, John Hiatt and Gin Blossoms.
Drew Peterson	Formerly lead 40 Watt Bulb
Jerry Peterson	Northern Wisconsin singer songwriter Jerry Peterson is touring this fall and next year. Leaning towards the roots side of folk, his music comes straight from the heart.
Petracovich	Electro-ambient dream-pop, crafted song writing, Aimee Mann, and the production of Portishead or a less beat driven Bjork
Kasey Phifer	Singer/songwriter, mostly acoustic piano (sometimes guitar). Jazz and folk rock style.
Phil Berbig	Acustic guitar and vocals for adults. Origional music and covers by musicians like Cold Play, Neil Young, Train and several others. Not always the hits, but songs that are perfect for a guitar and a singer to perform.
Pictures of Fish	A mix of indie, jazz, alternative, funk, acoustic fusion that needs to make up its mind. A refreshingly unreliable blend of music.
Pilla and the Fhutons	We are a rising local band.
Pimentos for Gus	Musica Psycoustica
Pine Martin	Pine Martin folk/rock/jam with a late 60's and early 70's sound. Taking some of that Minnesota music sound and giving it a Pine Martin twist.
The Pines	Folk and blues from the netherworlds of the united states of generica
Jane Plank	Fans say that Jane packs the punch and passion of Sheryl Crow, Sarah McLachlan and Tori Amos, in her own unique sound and style. Everybody that listens to Jane’s music either has goosebumps or cries. You can experience this for yourself at any of her li
Tanya Pluth	Tanya Pluth's music is four parts country, six parts folk, 2 parts rock - music that moves, shakes, and comforts.
The Modern Antiques- Ben Durbin of The PolyEsthers	Ben Durbin, former frontman of The PolyEsthers, is now fronting The Modern Antiques. The Modern Antiques are an acoustic guitar driven Americana/Rock group based out of Minneapolis and Duluth, MN. Ben plays solo, duo, or as the band, depending on the ven
Jordan Porter	Blues, Folk, Indie Rock and poetry all tied up in a guitar and a harmony
Sarah Pray	I write songs in the alternative folk genre based off the piano and guitar...at least so far. I just got me an accordian.
Prozac Rat	Look into your heart. You know we make the sounds you like.
Chris Pureka	CD Release show. With Jerree Small (www.myspace.com/jerreesmall)
The Purple House Project	A fresh, young duo performing original folk and alternative music. Their diverse style will take you through the chirpy highs and the bluesy lows. Enjoy...
quarterstance	Twin Cities original, melodic indie rock band with some alt country influence.
Bjorn Quenemoen	singer songwriter, producer, engineer, composer
Brothers Quetico	a folk/noise/rock band from minneapolis
The Quince	The idea has been around for some time now, and over the passed years, The Quince pulled together a number of people living on the opposite sides of the Atlantic. As a result of a number of recording sessions came a CD titled Every Morning Sun.
QuinnElizabeth	A band of three sisters united to bring their self-taught musicianship to the live stage.
Nallo ___	Anti-folk insanity.
Jeff Ray	Imagine a bottleneck slide-guitar in the hands of a singer/songwriter. Jeff Ray's innovation and passion make for a hard-driving, foot-stomping style of blues-inspired folk.
Luke Redfield	Luke Redfield crafts simple, timeless American songs that mean as much for us today as they will for future generations. For fans of Dylan, Cash, Young, Greg Brown, Mason Jennings and Bright Eyes.
Redneck Hippies	Acoustic duo with many players on a rotation.
Reed Marlowe	Alternative/folk/rock
Tim Reese	Fiddler, Guitarist and Singer / Songwriter from Germany
Rebecca Rego	Acoustic, Female, Singer/Songwriter, Folk, Bluegrass, Country.
Eric Reitz	Eric Reitz is a musician from Reading, Pennsylvania. He writes and performs his own music with influences that range from Simon and Garfunkel to Ryan Adams. His music is a fusion of acoustic, alternative, rock and soul that places just as much care in his
Remnants	The Remnants are a rock/folk/pop band who have produced 3 albums with all original compositions and a sound that is uniquely their own.
The Reverend John DeLore	Singer Songwriter from Brooklyn, NY. Americana/Lit-Rock. www.johndelore.com
JoAnn Riedl	JoAnn Riedl is a singer-songwriter hailing from Milwaukee WI. Playing out since her first open mic in 1998. JoAnn is currently performing solo acoustic. She combines folk, punk and rock into her at times gentle yet percussive guitar style. JoAnn knows
Rachel Ries	Rachel's smart songs span from sweet vintage & gentle country to biting blues & wrenching indie-follk. Fiercely melodic, her voice will catch and keep you.
Pete Rivard	banjoist, button accordionist, songwriter and lyricist.
Robert Lee Trio	jazz-funk-folk trio: sax/vocal, bass/vocal, guitar/vocal; available for any background or performance situation
Jimmy Roberts	Pedal Steel Guitarist / Singer
Michael Roberts	Well known singer, song writer returns to the Minnesota/Wisconsin area.
Nick Rod	nick rod is a crazy monkey with a badass bass, a guit-box and some skins of fire, maybe a machine that eats beats....
Roger Johnson and the Harts	Performing meaningful lyrics and memorable melodies in a uniquely highbrow hybrid. The essence of Cosmic American Music!
Roma di Luna	Acoustic dou made of guitar, violin and voice. The sound has been compared to a haunting lullaby and they are most associated with folk, old timey and traditional roots music. There performances are filled with original music that draws the audience in.
ROMANTICA	Characterized by deeply felt poetic imagery enshrined in effortlessly emotive popular melodies suggestive of folk, country, and pop music histories; in similar traditions with Ryan Adams, Damien Rice and The Wallflowers
Nathan Rose	psych folk with acoustic guitar and voice. Songs which transport the listener out of this world with well crafted comspositions and sounds from the late 60's underground.
Nancy Rost	Jazz-influenced keyboardist with original songs that are funny, surreal and heartfelt - sometimes all at once.
Justin Roth	Blending intricate guitar work, smooth vocal melodies and a groove, Singer/Songwriter Justin Roth takes audiences on a journey, offering a rousing potpourri of new acoustic folk.
The Row Buckers	4 Piece bluegrass band combining guitars, mandolin, dulcimer, fiddle, banjo and sometimes sitar
Jake Rowan	Acoustic pop-funk
Justyn Rubenstein	Acoustic folk style music. The sound is a blend between Ani Difranco and Tori Amos.
Rumgumption	Rumgumption is common sense. Rumgumption is the impetus you get from a stiff drink. Rumgumption is traditional music that makes you want to hear more.
Dan Rumsey	Performing singer/songwriter and song interpreter. Acoustic Americana blues/folker. Guitar slinger, mandolin jammer, piano tickler and harmonica blower.
Jonathan Rundman	Critically acclaimed Power Pop and Americana songwriter based in Minneapolis, but touring nationally. Plays solo acoustic shows in addition to full band performances.
Troy Russel	Troy Russel is a singer/songwriter based in Minneapolis. Troy plays traditional American folk/country/blues reminiscent of Jimmie Rodger, Hank Williams, and Woody Guthrie.
Russell	Russell is a Singer/Songwriter, Earth Freindly Concerts plus music of John Denver and Tunes from Local Musicians
Isaac "ike" Russell	I am a working multi instrumentalist musician. Playing locally nationally & internationally. Blues, Folk, Latin, Brazilian, Carribean, Hip-Hop, & Roots rhythms.
Lojo Russo	Her songs are rich fusing lush vocals with a percussive guitar style that drives the mood.
Jason	Summer Open Mic Friday, starting July 25th, 8:00 p.m.
Ryan Henneboehle and Mike Mitchell	Acoustic Folk duo with an impressive amount of original repertoire.
Patrick Ryan 8Earth Records	World/Reggae/Roots guru, Patrick Ryan, has proven to the international music community that he is here to stay w/ his break through LP KNOWLEDGE. www.8earthrecords.com
Ryan Ruff Smith	A 22 year-old singer/songwriter who tries to combine the directness and lucidity of Bob Dylan with the pop songcraft of masters such as Lennon/McCartney and Brian Wilson.
Barb Ryman	Crystal voiced, Barb Ryman, delivers a rich mosaic of contemporary folk drawing from country blues, Celtic balladry, and old-time gospel/bluegrass. She's a nationally touring award-winning songwriter.
Cooker John Sagner	Original and Traditional Folk and Delta Slide Blues
SAI U DROM	stranger gypsy folkin rock. poetic, acoustic gypsy rock with punk frenzy. dreamy and sleepless
Salamander Army	A fun time. We have an accoustic guitar, electric guitar, and a piano. Also playing before us is Mathew Inkala. He plays accoustic guitar and sings.
Paul Salomon	Piano-driven song and lyric pop music about love, loss, and the hard times of all time.
The Sans Souci Quartet	Traditional instruments; non-traditional sound
Sassy Porkchop	An independent production company specializing in music and comedy variety shows.
Ryan Sauter	Live solo Acoustic stylings. Songs of political, social, and personal interest that will twist you up and make you tap your feet as well as your inner poet.
Charlie Schaller	A refreshing blend of jazzy riffs, percussive vocals, and accoustic groove. His Debut CD, The Boy Smiled came out in April.
Jeordie Schekeryk	AZ FOLK/ROCK VISIT JEORDIE.COM or check out my My space music under Jeordie
ART PAUL SCHLOSSER	ART PAUL SCHLOSSER has played all over the Midwest including the Twin Cities and recently has been getting airplay on both The Dr Demento radio show and Shockwave which is on KFAI in the Twin Cities.ART PAUL's Best Of is currently downloadable at Apple iT
Leslie Schumacher	TC-based singer-songwriter
Jocelyn Scofield	If you haven't heard rave reviews of Jocelyn Scofield, you will. Her blues/pop influenced originals combined with her infectious smile and quick wit are sure to charm you.
Scott and Dan	Minnesota Folk Musicians - St. John's University Alumni - Born and raised in Stearns County!
Scrapegoat J.	A new solo acoustic artist with strong rythm and smooth, powerful vocals .
Scythian	Scythian is a high-energy Celtic/Gypsy/Klezmer band who has taken the festival and pub circuit by storm.
Rachel Sedacca	Acoustic Americana Singer/Songwriter from Ventura County, CA
See You Sunday	All original acoustic rock/folk/indie
Sendero Flamenco	Flamenco and Spanish Classical guitar and dance
Brad Senne	Acoustic singer/songwriter. Music in the style of Iron and Wine, Nick Drake and Elliott Smith
The Serfs	The Serfs play an irreverent blend of Irish rebel and bar music with rock standards and satiric originals.
Shakespeare's Love Child	5-part a cappella SSATB. Best New Act at 2001 MN Renaissance Festival. Madrigal,Classical,Folk, Jazz, Celtic and New Age stylings. Great wedding and event group.
KYMARA	Kymara's songs cover a wide range of ground, from the playful and romantic, to the confrontational and lovelorn. While maintaining a traditional acoustic sound, the band also shows off their rock, funk and punk influences in equal measure.
Jason Shannon	Jason Shannon is a singer/songwriter based out of Minneapolis. He performs solo shows and band shows.
Nick Shattuck	Nick Shattuck is acoustic soul with hints of blues, folk, and pop. Songs from the soul, that is his motto.
shugE	mostly acoustic, politically charged music. hard to describe-- modern folk-rock-folkgrass...you just gotta hear it fer' yerself
Sick of Sarah	The hottest and most talented all girl indie band in MN.
Robbie Sieben	I'm a solo artist just trying to find new places to play every week.
Silver Leaf Booking	Brian Vander Ark playing at Acadia Cafe 11/8/6
The Simple Folks	The Simple Folks are Neo-Folk Rock band, bragging energetic, simple, modern folk from the soul.
Singleton Street	Singleton Street is a lively blend of bluegrass/gospel, old-timey, Irish, even folk music.
Six Month Split	A two-man group armed with acoustic guitars and a payload of electronics. Six Month Split is a multi-talented group with songs ranging from slow, emo-style melodies to faster, punk-like tunes. Definitely worth checking out! Good performances.
Skittish	Nationally touring act, whose emotional songs and engrossing live show have captavated music fans across the USA.
Sky High Recording Studios	Recording Studios offering everything you need.
Slightly Mutual	An acoustic mix of most things Americana done in the least pretentious way possible.
Slowflight	A mix of witty songwriting, compelling vocals, and a solid but smooth rhythm section.
Slowsound	Simple music from a simple person. Slowsound plays with heart. A heart they stole from some old lady.
Small Town Anthem	We play punk/reggae/indie music and have grown up playing music our whole lives.
The Smarts with Jeff Horwich	Power jazz-pop trio The Smarts, plus unofficial fourth member Jeff Horwich.
LAST MONDAYS with The Smarts and Jeff Horwich	Jazz-pop group the Smarts, along with unofficial Smart #4, In The Loop host Jeff Horwich.
smile! god loves you	acoustic folk/punk/nonsense.
sock angels	Alternative electronic folk; guitar, piano, violin over beats.
Joe Son	At just 22 years of age this artist has an original Alt/Pop sound that draws a wide audience.
Steve Sosa	New age, folk acoustic guitar
The Soupbones	One of the best music duos from Minneapolis area. The Soupbones are a guitar and bass combo that that perform rock, country, folk from the 60's to today.
Sour Earth	Eco-Punk/Folk Band from TC play intimate venues like parties,youth centers,garages etc.
Billy Southern	Acoustic guitar playing singer/song writer from Lakewood, MN, just north of Duluth. Often accompanied by (lead/slide guitar) Barry Schwartz, and bass player Karl Anderson. Currently finishing up the first cd to come out this June!
Space Station Alpha	Art pop sextet. Original poetry set by a mix of folk, electronica, jazz, and classical guitar.
Spaceship Faster	Duo of Stephen Rettner and Wendy Ultan. Acoustic and Electronic. Folk, classical,experimental.
Spaghetti Western String Co.	European/Chamber instrumental quartet with banjo/guitar, clarinet, mandolin, cello etc./ music for film scores, in the genre of mussette and chamber music.
Brian Spahr	Honest, modern, acoustic, folk music
Max Sparber, The Ukulele King	Original Tin Pan Alley-styled ballads played on a baritone ukulele.
Spencer McGillicutty	An acoustic co-ed folk/pop quartet that plays original songs full of harmonies, hooks, and emotional directness. Major influences range from The Beatles and Carole King to Belle and Sebastian and Rilo Kiley.
Spoutstock!	Fifth annual cover song contest and fundriser for Spout Press
Spruce Top Review	STR presents an eclectic repertoire of urban folk that may be familiar and obscure stuff that's too good not to be heard.
StacyK	ALTERNATIVE FOLK. ACOUSTIC. ORGANIC.
Stallion	Rock n' Roll hasn't sounded this good since the Stone's era. From the drummer to the frontman this is a 100% solid band. Great Live too.
standing waves	If ya gotta have a description, let's call it indie/pop/folk/rock.
The Starlings	Country folk and Americana, The Starlings enchant with striking harmonies, compelling lyrics, captivating melodies, and engaging dynamics – sounds that linger long after the show is over.
SAFE (Starving Artists Financial Endeavors)	SAFE;s mission statement is: “ The community supporting the community. Creating events that are profitable both creatively and financially for artists. A place to network.”
The Stationary Willberries	Folk,Blues,Country & Oldies from the Isle of Man
John Statz	Mood-driven folk in a high-energy live setting. The use of looping, as well as a variety of instruments, and good solid songwriting will leave an impression on any listener.
Jason Stegenga	Melancholy melodies and pure honesty in a globally-conscious group
Stella for Star	Stella for Star play original folk-rock tunes and eclectic covers.
Joey Stephens	Acoustic, singer/songwriter, cover artist Joey Stephens has a talent and enjoys sharing it with everyone he meets.
Nate Stevens	Nate Stevens is a soul/folk force of the Twin Cities, whose vocals hit a chord in your soul.
Tom Feldmann	Gospel Americana
Benjamin Stockwell	All original folk tunes with a country and folk-rock feel.
Storyhill	Acoustic Folk-Pop. Tight harmonies, thoughtful lyrics, intricate finger-style and rocking groove guitar work.
Storyhill	Original acoustic folk-pop
String Fever Bluegrass Band	High energy Bluegrass Band based out of Northfield, MN - tight harmonies and fast clean picking.
Suede Baby	Jazzin' Smooth -n- Funkin' Groovin'! Smart, fun originals that blend Jazz, Swing, Blues & a little Folk & clever covers.
Sumerian Babyl	A trio from Amador, MN that plays shamanasonic rock music in the woods.
Sunburnt Soles	Original Indie Folk band with an accordion and banjo!
Jon Sunde	Jon's main project is now The Daredevil Christopher Wright, three young men trying to make some good music
Alex Sutherland	I play the Acoustic Christian Rock like none other, check me out
Swallows	Swallows' roadhouse cabaret features flashes of glam, vintage rock 'n' roll, alternative blues, Americana and experimental folk.
Neal Swanger	Twin Cities Folk Singer/Songwriter
Sweet Colleens	High-energy blend of Celtic folk-rock, alt-country, Cajun, and instrumental music.
Sweet Melba	Sweet Melba brings combines the best of progressive indie rock with alt-country and folk-rock roots. Uncle Tupelo meets Rilo Kiley.
Sweet Waters	Roots, Blues, Country and Gospel
T. Griffin Coraline	Hushed, intense story songs with a junk-store electronic vibe.
Tabula Rosa	Acoustic folk/punk lullabies from Northern Minnesota. Calming, melodic music for fans of Jeremy Enigk, Elliott Smith, or Azure ray.
Caleb Talbert	I'm a soloist who plays mostly guitar, but also banjo, mandolin, and harmonica. My style is folk, acoustic, indie, maybe with a touch of oldtime
Abi Tapia	Abi’s undeniable skill at crafting simple, honest and ear-catching tunes satisfies fans of Dolly Parton and Patty Griffin.
TastynatE	Eclectic blend of singer/songwriter, instrumental, blues and folk
Claire Taubenhaus	A singer-songwriter, currently a student at Bennington College in Vermont and recent grad of the Perpich Center for Arts Education.
Micah Taylor	“It’s solid guitar accompanied by intelligent lyrics wrapped around powerful vocals and seasoned with the sounds of the Southland.” - Nate Houge
TC Overtones	TC Overtones soloists Brian Bremer and Charles Thompson provide the music for your wedding ceremony.
The Wars of 1812	This St. Paul band would be surprised if not impressed if you felt inspired to start a mosh pit at one of their shows.
BOSTON GRANT AND THE JOHNNY CASH REVUE	THE #1 JOHNNY CASH REVUE IN THE MIDWEST PERIOD!
Brendan Themes	Angsty-pants acoustic punk/rock/folk about the sublime and the stupid.
Eric Thiegs	The acoustic lead of local band, Bug Candy
Thinland	Thinland is a rock band from Minneapolis featuring original songs arranged with electric and acoustic instruments, including cello, guitars, pianos, keys, bass, drums and vocals.
Kevin Thomas	Guitar tunes for young and old; favorites from across the generations!
JT Thompson	Paramount Singer/Songwriter from Southeast Minnesota
Throwback	Throwback is a foursome from Montreal, a city not known for the band's style of laid back acoustic harmonies and unique percussion. With a sound similar to Guster, early Dispatch and Blue Rodeo, Throwback excels in intimate venues where their live energy
Patrick Tierney	Patrick Tierney is a singer/songwriter who plays folk influenced pop music. He's been playing as his solo incarnation for about a year. Past projects include now defunct rock band Tin Porter.
TMJ Productions	I am going to promote my film Delusions of Grandeur at the Acadia march 18th with 4 Bands that included music in my film
The Get-Rites	Old school raunchy slide guitar mixed with powerful yet quiet songs.
Tony and the 45's	A healthy dose of Americana, Rock, Folk with Blues sprinkled all over the top.
Traditional Singers Club	Irish, Scottish, and other traditional singers in the Twin Cities. Monthly unaccompanied singing sessions; occasional concerts.
Traveled Ground	American Roots Music from the Big Woods of Minnesota
Travis and Jonny	A minnesotan songwriting refreshment
Amy Triebenbach	Singer-songwriter, singing teacher, and radio dj
Truckly How	Professional, traditional Irish music for parties and dances.
True Vagrants	gritty folk rock with convoluted lyrical tales.
Benjamin Tucker	Americana singer songwriter, ranges from Folk to Country to Jazz to Country Blues.
Tuesdays Robot	Americana/Rock duo in the tradition of The Band, Dylan, Cash, with a bit of modern influences mixed in.
Milo Tupy Violins	Folk, jazz, blues, and ethnic music.
Twelve Bells	Anti-anti-folk. www.myspace.com/twelvebells
Twenty Something White Guys	Never pretentious and always tight, these guys might describe themselves as acoustic-folk-funk-core.
Eric Twietmeyer	Music and people are inextricably connected. My music, which varies from piano to guitar-led pop rock sound is based out of my relationships with others and with God. Sometimes fun, sometimes serious.
Twisting Hay	Four member celtic-acoustic-rock.
John (JD) Valerio	I play guitar and sing my own songs. I love it. www.cdbaby.com/valerio
Juneau John Varness	Stage name: Juneau John Originally from Juneau, Alaska. Sings and Plays 6 and 12 string guitar. Has played for 40 years and has a list of 1,500 cover songs. He also has some of his own songs.
Jessie Veeder	From rootsy textures including harmonica and dobro to quirky touches like accordion and cello, Jessie’s music is grounded by her acoustic guitar and rhythm section.
Denny Venditto	A guitarist bringing you music in Christian, Blues, Folk, Mellow Rock, and Acoustic Guitar Fingerpicking styles.
The Violent Bear It Away	Singer-Songwriter styled Folk Rock. Solo project of Ethan Lewis.
Victoria Vox	ukulele/guitar/chanteuse, nationally touring artist.
Alan Wales	Infectious and Catchy!
The Walleyes	The Walleyes are a dynamic musical duo playing an eclectic mix of Urban Folk and Acoustic Rock..
Beau Walsh	Contemporary acoustic folk rock.
dave warne	dave warne plays guitar and sings and is pretty good.
Sam Watts	Sam Watts is one of the up and coming acts in the Twin Cities.
Chris Webb	Chris is an eclectic singer songwriter along the lines of Dave Mathews or Jack Johnson with a Jam feel. He will be touring the midwest and playing a number of gigs in the Twin Cities in early July 2005
Steve West	Local Singer/Songwriter Steve West plays his own blend of acoustic folk rock music
What they told the toaster	A three piece band from huntley, Mn. With heavy catchy riffs and tasty corn feed lyrics. Just add water! Cook for 30 minutes and Whalla! it's just that easy!
WHEAT FARM	Wheat Farm is a hot little trio from Minneapolis, MN. Their sound has been described as edgy contemporary rock.
Emily White	lyric-driven acoustic rock-folk
Jeff White	Internationally touring singer/songwriter. If you like country/rock, dark folk ballads, Bob Dylan, Greg Brown and just great songs, Jeff White is your man.
WickedWood	Red hot celtic music.
Wicker Horsemen	Acoustic instrumental duo performing traditional Irish music.
wild raspberries	We are an Urban Folk acoustic/electric trio recently expanded to a full 5 piece band.
Bronwen Williams	Bronwen Williams is a Minnesota singer-songwriter whose honest lyrics and clear, powerful voice ring with truth and clarity.
Hayward Williams	Americana/Folk artist. Great songwriting and rich voice.
Jeffrey Willkomm	As a professional bassist/guitarists and vocalist, Jeffrey Willkomm has over 30 years experience in live performance, theater, arranging, and session recording.
John Wills	Acoustic Folk/Blues
Greg Winkler	This folk-pop middle-aged artist sings songs that range from chicken-pickin' gambling binges to head-bopping pop songs to heartstring ballads.
Sarah Winters	acoustic, folk, piano music from the St. paul/Minneapolis area.
Wolves and Ravens	Maximum folk funk with undertones of blues and cajun and a rocking newgrass finish
Work of Saws	Melodic, lo-fi indie rock in the vein of Elliot Smith, Guided by Voices
The Wranglers	Americana roots with lots of heart and soul.
Wallace Wylie	Melodic pop/rock (Beatles,Incredible String Band,Eliott Smith,Devendra Banhart,Syd Barrett,etc)based in Minneapolis.
Ab Yang	hi
Courtney Yasmineh	Captivating songwriter with a stage show to match.
Yer Cronies	Debut Album titled When I Grow Up now available.
Zach Attack	Me, my guitar, sometimes a little harmonica
Zamboni!	progressive indy, jam, blues, and rock quartet. Too many influences to even begin to describe. All original music.