Mark Arneson
CDs Available:
 City Stories | Like Jam and Lewis? Quincy Jones? Steely Dan? Then check this out! - An AllStar cast of Minneapolis Singers and Musicians. A World Class Production. |
dan bergman
CDs Available:
 beautiful mess
 happysad | left of center pop music. atmospheric and engaging.... music & lyrics that speak to your head as well as your heart. |
DIGINOVA
CDs Available:
 Our Hamburg Years | Edge Pop .... when power-pop just isn't enough. |
Larry Ravenswood and The Aura
CDs Available:
 Stardreaming | Aura music from the Auraworld.Pop/Rock/Electr./Ambient |
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 |
Shoot Lucy
CDs Available:
 Bipolar Expedition | Twin Cities alt-country/rock band, americana roots rock (with an edge) in the fine minnesota tradition. |
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. |
| No * Pride | 3 piece punk rock band from Cambridge. |
| They Call me Alice | Im a 16 year old female singer. Im looking for a people who can play guitar drums and etc. between the ages of 16-25. |
| 2 Cruel 4 Skool | 2 Cruel 4 Skool is a techno pop band based in the Twin Cities. Their sound has been compared to the most annoying cell phone ring ever. |
| 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. |
| Abby SomeOne | Hard hitting music from the Heartland. Think Black Crowes hit by a Train bound for Mellencamp. |
| Acitone | We are an up and coming pop-punk band out of SE Minnesota, looking for gigs in and around the MN area. |
| Afterall (MN) | Acoustic Based Rock |
| Akai | Caustic narratives backed by dynamic orch-pop melodies with searing guitars and subtle sentimental moments. |
| Allround Partyband No Problem | Allround Partyband No Problem is een band uit Groningen. Speelt vooral in Noord Nederland in Friesland, Groningen en Drente. |
| Amaryah | Amaryah's talent to create beautiful music is evident in her natural melodies and provoking lyrics. |
| The Amber Estate | The Amber Estate's music is a fusion of pop sensibilities and attractive rock stylings, driven by aggressive grooves and saturated with melodic hooks and powerful vocals. |
| ...and then I turned seven... | Acoustic emo/punk-very emotional yet catchy music. |
| Brandyn Anderson | Amazingly talented by-ear musician. All music is original.
Solo Acoustic acts with Piano and Acoustic Guitar |
| Rus Anderson | Hi folks, I'm a 25 year old, full time singer/songwriter from Scotland currently working around the Bay area as a solo performer. I currently gig 6 nights a week. |
| Andy Elementary | Acoustic singer songwriter up & coming in the Twin Cities Area. Wonderful mix of Heaven and Hell |
| apollo | alternative pop group focusing on writing original tunes that you can sing along with |
| The Apostles | The Crystal boys are back |
| Apryl Electra | Apryl Electra - piano, guitar, bass, vocals, keyboards and bass & drum programming.
All songs written, arranged and produced by Apryl Electra. |
| Arthur Lee Land | ARTHUR LEE LAND SOLO LOOP SHOW -A ONE-MAN AFROGRASS FOLK ROCK ENSEMBLE |
| Atomic Flea | Atomic Flea is a Minneapolis-based pop-rock group whose core members have been playing and writing music together in the Twin Cities since 1996. |
| The Authorities | Four-piece classic rock, pop and blues band. |
| The Auto Body Experience | The Auto Body Experience is a horn-driven septet that plays the twisted tunes of bandleader Scott Yoho. |
| Baby Birds Don't Drink Milk | ...good drumming combined with the pungent sound that dirty hair and body odor make... |
| The Bad Animals | The Bad Animals are a 6 Piece Tribute to the Band HEART. They cover 3 decades of the Heart Music, including 70's Rock Classics, 80's Hits, and Arena Rock power Ballads. |
| A Band Called DELICIOUS | Progressive Modern Rock Band (featuring former members of PUSH) |
| Bear Creek Band (BCB) | 5 piece extreme variety band with female vocalist, playing covers from Johnny Cash to Matchbox 20, Carrie Underwood to Joan Jett, along with originals. |
| The Beckoning | The words ‘impressive’, ‘captivating’ and ‘amazing’ are just some of comments you hear from critics and audience alike when this singer/songwriter takes the stage. |
| Belladiva | Belladiva - the Twin Cities hottest show band features 3 beautiful and talented women who have come together to dazzle audiences with their high energy show. Backed by the Twin Cites funkiest musicians, Belladiva integrates electrifying vocals and cutti |
| Jim Berner | Songs, stories of Legends of country & pop of 1950, 60s and 1970s. MN State Fair 2002 2003 2004 2005
Mall of Am
Vocalist keyboard guitar |
| Big Sky | Big Sky plays adventuresome, beautiful rock music with melodies and lyrics that want to live in your head. Shining vocals, otherworldly ethno-sounds, and rocking grooves combine for a truly unique style. Organic heaven-and-earth, with electricity... |
| BIGTONE RECORDS | Some the hottest and most creative hip-hop, r&b and pop beats around. You wanna hit! Work with me, at BIGTONE. Records and Distribution. |
| Bill Mike | adventuresome/ memorable rock a la
Flaming Lips,Bjork, PJ Harvey, Jimi Hendrix |
| Kristian Bjornard | Suburban Angst in a melancholy, acoustic form, smart lyrics, simple, driving melodies and interesting, complex arrangements. |
| Bone Appetit | Duluth's Sexiest Band thrills with loud rock and tight pants. |
| Boogie Wonderland | Six piece 70's Disco tribute band. Multiple leads put on a sheik show with funky shtick, booty beats and jivin grooves. |
| David Boone | Acoustic Folk/pop/rock music. Touring from Missoula, MT, with percussionist James Wasem |
| Boxed In | Boxed In -
Adam- Guitar/Vocals
Nando- Bass
Jim- Drums |
| 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. |
| Brainchild | Brainchild is a Teen-o band from Waseca, MN. |
| Brandy Evol | Emotionally rich, unusual in its musical texture, and totally accessible, Brandy Evol has a sense of style that invites you home. |
| 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 |
| Brother Big Bad | Brother Big Bad's high-energy, high-fructose live show provides their audience with a seldom-squandered opportunity to shake it loose and funk it up with these raucous rockers. |
| Lynn Brownell | Lynn Brownell, Singer/Songwriter/Pianist
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| The Brushstrokes | Precisely Collaborative Dysfunctional Pop |
| 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. |
| Bugsy | Entertainer,Bugsy,is truly one of a kind. Dance,sing-a-long & party Bugsy Style! |
| Harpist - Melissa Calusio Calusio | Professional Harpist Available for Weddings, Receptions, and other special events. |
| The Camdens | Melodic Brit Alt\Rock\Pop. |
| Campfighter | 4-piece crunchy power pop |
| Capital Sons | 4-pc Rock Band playing heart-on-your-sleeve guitar pop |
| Captain Mike and The Totems | Captain Mike &The Totems performs original rock music written with an alternative rockabilly influence and performed with professional finesse and an attention commanding stage presence.
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| Captain Tight | A change of music scene |
| 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 |
| 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.
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| Casados | Touring acoustic-indie band from Illinois. Hear Casados at www.myspace.com/casadosmusic |
| Jenny Case | Jenny Case is a singer/songwriter/mulit-instrumentalist who was born too late to be a member of QUEEN or DURAN DURAN! Her new CD, The Queen Rules E.P., is now avaiable! |
| Casey Petersen Band | Minneapolis-based acoustic rock band. |
| THE CHALUPAS | SEXY FAST SCARY JUNGLE BEATS THAT WILL MAKE YOUR GENITALS PULSE |
| The Chapter | Independent artists bringing back the long awaited return to original soul music. |
| 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. |
| 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. |
| CitySongs | CitySongs was founded to help young people develop competence, confidence and individual potential through diverse music participation. |
| Clovis | One of Minneapolis' best new bands with catchy lyrics and Suberb Vocals backed by a band with a cool funk vibe. |
| cold omaha | cold omaha is an alternative pop rock band. |
| Lindsey Coleman | Singer/Songwriter/Musician/Producer |
| GINGER COMMODORE | Ginger Commodore is one of the premier jazz vocalists in the upper Midwest. Her live performances make her one singer you will soon not forget. |
| Concentual | Concentual is a 4-piece original pop/rock band. We feature soaring vocal harmonies and melodic catchy guitar licks. Fast songs, slow songs and everything in between. Check out the new and improved website at www.concentualtheband.com and the updated songs |
| Corky's Cats | At last a brand new style of music, powerful timeless songs peppered with bluesy jazzy flavours here and there and a voice that knows no limit. |
| 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. |
| Crown the Clouds | We like playing indie pop music. |
| BJ Cunningham | BJ Cunningham is a songwriter-guitarist from Scotland. |
| Curbfeelers | The Curbfeelers' diverse sound of funk, R&B latin& jazz music has garnered critical & popular acclaim. All-original Alternative R&B, in the style of Angie Stone,Jill Scott, Lenny Kravitz & Erykah Badu. |
| Daddy Oh! | Entertaining classic rock band brings the fun and energy of 60's, 70's and 80's rock and R&B to the dance floor. Excellent for social and corporate events. |
| Gazillion | Earnest folk/rock popsters taking on the world one fan at a time. |
| 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 |
| DARLENE | Darlene is 11 years old and very talented. She sings pop in Spanish and English. |
| 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. |
| Vasanth David | sound engineer/programmer/drummer from india. |
| Stuart Davis | Patient |
| David Daydodge | Producer, engineer, bassist, keys-synthesizer, drums, drum programming, guitar |
| Debra G | Like Ani D crossed with Liz Phair/Amy Mann/Joni Mitchel |
| Deep Concept | Deep Concept is a Rock duo from the Tacoma, Seattle area. |
| Def Repplica | THE Def Leppard Tribute Band. |
| DEVATA | Current dance and rock hits. Playing at a venue near you! |
| Dime Theory | Modern Pop-Guitar Rock with a taste of Americana. |
| Doc's Kids | Energetic, entertaining, enigmatic acousticomedypop trio with a trombone twist. Catchy, fun, and always a good time. |
| Dr. Smoke | The doctor plays a KILLER FLUTE while you dance |
| Dr.Smoke | the doctor plays a KILLER FLUTE while you dance |
| Gini Dodds | Gini Dodds is a singer/songwriter fronting full band line-up specializing in melodic pop rock influenced by British invasion. |
| dolly dagger | Dolly Dagger - Greenville, North Carolina's Indie/Alt/Pop Rock Quartet. |
| Erin Donohoe | the music that i write songs for is basically rock and pop you could all my music alternative |
| droplet (featuring Chrissy Mitchell) | droplet is a pop-rock band featuring singer-songwriter Chrissy Mitchell. |
| The Dweebs | Unique and ENTERTAINING variety rock band. Exceptional vocals and audience participation make every Dweebs performance a show to remember! |
| 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 |
| Ellery | Airy yet Organic Indie-Pop...
From Mtn Xpress:
...their sound is rich, intricate and iced with a voice no less than mesmerizing.
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| West Elliot | Acoustic Diary Rock |
| 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... |
| Eric Addington | Songwriter and Guitarist |
| 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 |
| EvenTrade | we are a group that is moving to the top and the music is released with trueth so it does have a perpose and I think there is exlistest one song that will fit into your life so give it a chance. |
| Motion Booking | Motion Booking...putting musicians in motion |
| The Evermore Escape | Acoustic/Emo Band. Two Acoustic Guitars and one Violin. |
| EVERY HOUR WOUNDS | death/grind/doom/metalcore |
| evesreason | female fronted org rock modern rock alt and covers off pop artist |
| JOSH EXANTUS | 21 year old Singer/songwriter Josh Exantus |
| EXIT | Incredible Band, Incredible Music, Incredible Message |
| EXIT | Four piece rock/pop group from the Milwaukee area. Original music and cover material. High energy and a great following. 2000 WAMI winner for Best New Group. 2002 WAMI Peoples Choice winner for Favorite Band in Wisconsin. 2003 WAMI winner Best Pop/Adult C |
| Fading Through | Pop Punk / Emo |
| Fadladder | I play in Avenpitch, Fadladder and Love Power and also book a few shows for friends |
| 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 |
| Soul Power | Soul Power the songs of yesteryear and more! R&B, Soul, Funk, Funk Rock. Featuring Phyllis Rutter . |
| Faully | We have as much fun on stage as we do off, with triple guitar throws, rubix cubes, and insane stage antics, we get the crowd rocking and laughing by the end of our set. |
| Five By Design | Fie By Design produces programming for symphony pops and performing art centers. |
| FlashPoint | High-energy, explosive rock from the 70's through current! Five vocals with female lead! |
| For The Girls | Rock influenced melodic punk |
| Four Shadow | Four Shadow tours internationally, performing over 150 shows each year for audiences of all ages. They have appeared on NBC's Today Show as well as local Twin Cities media. |
| Fran King and Duncan Maitland | Pop/Rock/Acoustic. Magical harmonies. |
| Billy Franklin | Billy Franklin is a singer, songwriter, electronic musician, and a producer. |
| Fred Savage and the Unbeatables | We're a 10 piece ska/rock/pop band that likes to play melodic, fun, danceable music. Give us a listen. |
| Andrew French | Broken down love sick joyful lo-fi pop married to a crooning alien with dandruff. |
| Fritz | Fritz and the United Entities of the Alter Ego Orchestra. I play Pop music. |
| 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. |
| Gabe and Bobby | If you've been looking for some new songs to get stuck in your head, look no further. |
| GADFLY | GADFLY's sound, texture and complexity is derived from the musical influence of collective
backgrounds--Blues, Rock, and Metal--and from the free flowing musical passions of those who make up the band.
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| The Game | The Game is a fun variety rock band with quality musicianship and extrordinary vocals preforming hits from the 70's to now. |
| 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. |
| Gazillion | A unique blend of indie and folk rock. |
| The Gilded Age | A hodgepodge of folk-rock, classic & cosmic country, and 60's pop music. |
| Ben Glaros | Original singer/songwriter/guitarist. Veteran of many Twin Cities bands. Influenced by Neil
Young, Beck, Paul Westerberg, Robyn Hitchcock... |
| Della Anne Gleason | I'm Della. I'm an acoustic, pop-rock, singer/songwriter/performer from St. Louis, MO now going to McNally Smith College of Music in St. Paul. www.myspace.com/dellaannegleason |
| Glowstrand | Glowstrand is a 3-piece alternative/punk influenced power pop rockband. |
| Ali Gray | The Girl Next Door Moved Away and Now Ali Gray Is Ready To
Let You In....
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| Greenland -- needs Bassist ASAP! | sometimes atmospheric jazz-sometimes Modest Mouse type rock-into almost LOW style vocal patterns- We're looking for someone ready to play, and contribute. |
| grickle-grass | 3 piece indie pop outfit in the vein of built to spill, archers of loaf, pavement |
| Sam Grimes | Female singer/songwriter who now fronts her all-male entourage (aka full band). |
| Neal Gupta | Keyboard pop/rock with some soothing voice straight from the soul. |
| haley bonar | Pop-tinged, folk-esque singer/songwriter who performs with a fender rhodes keyboard, beat up guitar and a drummer. |
| Half Act | modern pop/rock covers and originals
www.halfact.com
www.myspace.com/12act |
| Wayne Hamilton | Hear originals and old favorites in folk, blues and pop! Wayne has performed for 20 years all over the country. |
| Hans van Lier Band | CD With Double Trouble & Mick Taylor |
| Holly Hansen | Alt-folk/pop, jaws drop. |
| Laura Harley | Laura Harley blends electronica, alternative rock, and pop to make music that soothes the wounds of modern life. |
| Chris Harrington | value |
| Caleb Hawley | Some say pop, some say soul, some say folk, I say it doesn't matter, all that matters is that it's good. |
| Chris Herriges | Singer/Guitarist known primarily, currently as event entertainer extraordinaire - Solo, with Duo, larger band...Lots of commercial radio airplay and strong reviews with original material, primarily in the Nineties... |
| hi*test | An emo-alt-pop trio in the vein of Jeff Buckley, Kent, and Travis.
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| History Repeating Herself | Progressive Pop-punk/Emo/Alternative band out to change the shape of music forever. |
| Scott Horwath | Intermission time - Solo Pianist - Extensive Song Repertoire - Selections performed in any key - Classical -
Domestic Animals rarely mutilated during actual stage performances.
- Renditions of pop standards from the last 5 decades. |
| houseluna | houseluna is live electronica. |
| Humanboy | Humanboy is an electronica acoustic fingerpicking female vocal led masterpiece |
| The Humbugs | The Humbugs are an original indie pop band drawing on numerous influences including Blondie, Pretenders, Crowdwed House, Ben Folds and many more. |
| The Hundred Flowers | The Hundred Flowers |
| Icebreaker | Variety band, Country Rock, Classic Rock, 90's, great vocals and producton |
| Switzerlind Imsdahl | pop band extrordinair..funky fresh |
| the -isms | been described as having the same indie-jazzy flare as the minutemen with a distinctive vocalist |
| The Ivorykings/Dueling Pianos | Dueling pianos Nonstop fun |
| Danny Jack | I'm a singer/songwriter interested in getting my original material out there. |
| James Weber | Records, songwriting, advertising, film, television music. |
| jamie smith band | jamie smith band is an Ambient Pop duo from Minneapolis, MN that blends hip-hop beats, deep bass, ambient synths, and luscious vocals. Add fluid guitar lines to the mix and you capture the jsb sound. |
| Jane | Jane projects music at a whole new level combining progressive rock with sexy female vocals and intricate rhythms. |
| Jen and Kate | Pop duo from the Twin Cities area. |
| Jess and Zeb | Acoustic duo (Zeb - guitarist and Jess - vocalist/violinist) performing originals and covers in the jazz/pop/blues genre. |
| Jester's Panic | We are a rock band and proud of. |
| Jet_Set Stereo | Lucid and whole-hearted Indie rock. Part Acoustic, part full-band. |
| Joey Kantor Trio | Joey Kantor, Chris Bakken, and Jeremy Anderson form the Joey Kantor Trio, a hiphop-infused piano groove trio with pop vocals. |
| dallas johnson | Dallas' voice exemplifies a rich and unique quality that edifies contemporary and purist-oriented jazz listeners, conveying it through her original music, reminiscent of great American troubadours, says JD Steele, leader of Minneapolis' first family of go |
| Melanie Joy | Melanie Joy, whose debut album 'Magic' is available in music stores across Canada, is a singer/songwriter in the adult alternative genre. She’s been called the love-child of Brian Wilson and Kate Bush. |
| 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. |
| Kansas City Fine | Power Pop Trio |
| 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 |
| Sam Keenan | Creates his own brand of pop rock in the long-standing tradition of artists like Gram Parsons, Elvis Costello, XTC, and Johnny Cash.
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| David Kerschner | David's rich voice of B side covers and rediscoverd covers make David worth listening. |
| KNIGHT CRAWLER | For all you always wanted to know about Knight Crawler go to www.knightcrawler.com |
| Kubla Khan | Steely Dan meets Ben Folds meets old school Chicago meets Barenaked Ladies... 7 piece with horns, a sense of humor and a spontaneous live show. All original, all Kubla Khan.
www.kubla-khan.com |
| Dan Kusz | Contemp. Jazz saxophone player. Plays tenor, alto, and soprano, new young cat in the jazz industry, a must see! |
| 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. |
| Brittanee Lanee Kyle | Ahh i like cheese! well not rilly it makes me poop! |
| Kyx | Classic Pop/Rock at it's best |
| Bethany Lacktorin | Moody stories sung over live-looped layers of electronic sounds, hand percussion and fender rhodes. |
| Yume | Welcome to the Ethno Indie World of Yume! |
| 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. |
| The Latin Sounds Orchestra | The premiere Salsa and Latin Orchestra in the Twin Cities. Founded in May of 1990 by his leader and one of the three singers, Jose carrera. |
| 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. |
| Laundry 518 | THE one and only bubble-gum punk band in America! |
| Jason Lee | write.
play.
sing.
Become a cliche.
Beg for a CD sale.
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| 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. |
| chrys leedham | an intense, melodic acoustic twin cities musician. Dark, bitterseet ballads with introspective, thought provoking lyrics. |
| Zach Lein | acoustic folk pop, good stuff if I may say |
| AdriAnne Lenker | Indy Acoustic-Folk-Pop-Rock artist. |
| Kyle Letendre | Elton John meets John Legend in a retro, soul-inflected piano sound. |
| Mara Levi | Mara Levi plays Smart Pop music - music that is complex but catchy - rock and roll on acoustic guitar. |
| Melissa Lewis | About to release her second album and with songs featured in hit TV series and film, Melissa Lewis is rising onto the scene of powerful independent artists. |
| 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. |
| 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. |
| Little Defects | Energy-Filled Pop Punk/Alternative Music For Today's Generation. |
| Live From Heaven | Happening |
| Loft | Five artists whose style creates an original vibe that rides 'power-folkified-funk-rock-sweetness' all the way to the love-illennium. |
| The Long Farewell | Coming to Venue near you. |
| Love in October | It came from Sweden: a fast and dark sound covered by a pop melody that painted the landscape of the anxiety-driven adolescent MySpace generation. The palate reveals a combination of 80s Swedish pop mixed with mid-90s post-grunge, which creates the sound |
| Love Train | Straight-up '70s soul music and stage show. |
| Love-cars | Smart, melodious, melancholy rock melancholy slant |
| 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. |
| Lucid Age | A band out of Coon Rapids, MN blending their melodic alternative roots with just the right amount of crunch-pop... with their minds set on world domination. |
| Luna Sea | Luna Sea is a variety band made up of some the region's Top Professional
Musical Talent. Catering to private or corporate engagements, as well as the
area's finest large & small night clubs, Luna Sea is a powerful crowd pleasing
experience. |
| CINDY MACK | powerful, sultry voice with great lyrics and exceptional original songs. Beautiful to look at and pleasant to work with. Also exceptional bassist. Quick study on background voc as well as lead. |
| Magani | Magani Blends Rock-Pop-Soul and Hip Hop into a sound that is her own! |
| Make The Breakdown | Make The Breakdown is an acoustic band from the twin cities area. Melodic, emotionally driven and often powerful, Make The Breakdown will hopefully soon become a familar face and big part of the Minneapolis music scene. |
| Mark Mallman | keys and glory |
| Man From Fiery Hill | Earthy, edgy, harmony-laced alternative rock. |
| Markinside | rock+female vocals |
| Katie Marshall | Acoustic female singer/songwriter... acoustic guitar and vocals |
| David Martin | David Martin has dazzled audiences for over 20 years. A seasoned entertainer, David is now writing and performing his original music on his own Martel Records label. |
| Jacob Martin | Jacob Martin is 25 year old singer/songwriter recently relocated to the twin cities. He performs all original
acoustic/pop/rock music
with the exception of a few crowd pleasing covers.Plese visit jacobmartinmusic.com to listen to great new music from J |
| Diane Martinson Wedding Soloist | Minnesota singer providing beautiful wedding music for a Minneapolis St Paul wedding ceremony and receptions in the Twin Cities. Vocalist, pianist, portable keyboard. |
| Mateo | Solo Artist in the style of Jeff Buckley, U2 & Dave Matthews |
| Mateo | A rhythmic mix of acoustic and electric guitars, violin, sax and drums that explores the expression capabilities of pop music while sneaking in artistic integrity under your nose. |
| Matthew Lee | Soft acoustic ballads mixed in with some more upbeat numbers...goes nice with love making or coffee... |
| Maudlin | Maudlin is a sweet and dirty rock and roll band. Influenced by bands like the Pixies and the Breeders, Maudlin has a melodic, yet edgy sound. |
| Jason McLain | Jason McLain |
| Crista McRae | An accomplished singer and songwriter that wows audiences with her soulful vocals and beautiful guitar and piano melodies |
| monique medley | my name is monique and im 17 years old i live in illinois and i love to sing its so important in my life i can't live without or music |
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| Jeremy Messersmith | Singer/songwriter Guy |
| Mike Brady Trio | Pop music built by robotic giants. Riders on the new hugging machine. |
| Mike Merz and the Can o Worms | Neo-psychedelic, high-vocabulary post-skiffle |
| Mike Simoneaux | Keyboard player/Singer/songwriter |
| Mill City's Finest | Young emcee/producer group featuring the best new talent from the southside. |
| mini-bike | Basically throw The Cars , The Replacements, Vapors and Donny Iris in a blender followed up with a sprinkling of Squeeze and you have mini-bike.
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| mint. | Combining modern alternative melodies with classic rock riffs, mint. has been exciting rock and roll crowds all over Toronto with their unique brand of rock entertainment! |
| Janice Mitchell | Jazz and blues female vocalist available for festivals, parties, private, and corporate events |
| Julie Moffitt | A smoky-voiced singer/songwriter with songs that you've lived through - from the first flirt to the worst break-up. |
| 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! |
| Moneypenny | 'Pretty rockin' power-pop,' and sometimes, 'Pretty, rockin' power pop.' |
| 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. |
| Erin Muir | Like a funk, like a fury, like the pulsing in your veins: orange streaks across the sky and your ears are aflame… |
| Murda City Goonz (M.C.G.) | Minneapolis Main Stream Act! Powerful and Energetic. |
| Musicole w/Michael C. | Musicole is a well polished, high energy show band. |
| Mutt | Mutt is an original rock and roll band from St. Paul. Dedicated to keeping music unique and interesting, Mutt is rooted in styles ranging from classic rock to modern geek rock. |
| My Cousin Dallas | Folk-hop pop acoustic music with influences from semisonic to doc watson to Warren G. |
| 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. |
| The New Standards | Chan Poling, John Munson and Steve Roehm are The New Standards. Their first CD together is big and pop, while preserving a soulful, jazzy intelligence. |
| Anthony Newes | simple pop songs that should not be confused with crappy simple pop songs. word up!! |
| Norton | Song-based rock and roll. |
| Chuck Nyberg | Pop, rock, folk, extravaganza! |
| Ol' Yeller | Ol' Yeller is the original rock and roll band fronted by Rich Mattson. Rich was brought up with Waylon Jennings and John Denver in one ear, Kiss and Van Halen in the other. All the while learning to play guitar to Neil Young records. |
| Olaf Thomsen | Olaf is a local original POP/rock/country/R&B songwriter |
| Craig T. Olson | musician, entertainer for 20 years. Now worship artist and pastor. |
| ONE GREAT DAY | We are a acoustic/electric pop-blues rock band with twist of r&b vox.Comparable to Train,Edwin McCain, John Mayer,Jason Mraz, Counting Crowes and more. |
| One Star Is For Us | We pretty much just started, and hopefully, we go somewhere. |
| Otto 81 | The new gods of the polka/rock/punk genre have emerged bringing laughter to all the local children. |
| 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. |
| Lisa Pallen | Lisa Pallen is an energetic and versatile performer. She keeps busy singing and dancing with Belladiva, Theater productions, and various recording projects. |
| Nora Paoli | Nora Paoli is a talented singer-songwriter who combines sweet singing, catchy melodies, clever lyrics, and guitar finger-picking finesse. |
| Pat and Dan | Minneapolis-based, acoustically-driven alt/pop duo. |
| Nick Patraw | solo musician/producer as of now, looking for a drummer, bassist and lead guitarist |
| Leanne Pattinson | I am 17 and I have been writing music since I was 14, lyrics and music, although I feel I am better with the music. I am recording an album called WHY GO ANYWHERE? soon, by myself. It is for promotional purposes. |
| Peaksville | Experimental Rock n Roll created by Peaksville Sanitarium residents. |
| duncan peralia | Lead Singer / Songwriter / Producer. New album recorded/mixed/mastered. N.Y. Management / Attorneys. Previous songs on network television. Past PMC winner. |
| Mario Perez | I am Bari-tenor...I have a big range and am classically trained but like singing Pop,R&B and Jazz. |
| Jeffrey (Jeff) Perry | Guitarist - Jazz, R&B, Gospel, Rock. Plays solo or in groups. Writes instrumental as well as vocal music. |
| Jeff "loose strings" Perry | jazz guitarist also plays Rock, R&B. Play solo or in groups. Write instrumental as well as vocal pop music. |
| St. Paul Peterson | St. Paul Peterson, versatile musician, songwriter, and producer has played with everyone from Stevie Wonder to Reba McIntire |
| Reynold Philipsek | Reynold is a guitarist and songwriter with 16 CD titles to his credit. For all info go to www.reynold.com |
| Reynold Philipsek | Reynold is a guitarist and songwriter with 16 CD titles to his credit. For all info go to www.reynold.com |
| Pianist for Parties, Sharon Planer | Minnesota pianist, Sharon Planer, will give a sparkle to your party with her expressive and vibrant piano performance. One of the Twin Cities finest pianists. |
| Piano Pete | Live Piano and Keyboard music. |
| Andrew Pierzina | Guitar Player |
| Pimentos for Gus | Musica Psycoustica |
| plankton | Female-Fronted Indie Alternative Post-Punk Art Rock trio. |
| Playback | Playback features danceable Rock, Pop & Party music. See www.PlaybackRocks.com for more info. |
| Pocket Genius | party rock punk pop |
| POOSA | Charming and childlike in both voice and spirit. |
| The Portals | The Portals are a very entertaining pop band with songs that accomplish a nostalgia of feeling and can rock your freakin' pants off. |
| Jordan Porter | Blues, Folk, Indie Rock and poetry all tied up in a guitar and a harmony |
| Prior To This | Our band is full of 4 colorful members. All unique in there own respect both musically and personally. We all carry our own sense of style into our music making it unique. |
| Prophet of the Dawn | Moody, evokes deep emotion, and spacy. |
| Prophets of Soul | The hottest funk/r&b/soul band in the Twin Cities |
| The R Factor | Create a memorable social or corporate event with experienced professional entertainers who cater to every musical detail. |
| Larry Ravenswood | Larry Ravenswood:singer/songwriter Acoustic/Electronic/Pop/Rock light Rock,ambient,romantic infl.U2,Bowie,Coldplay,Dido,REM |
| Katie Ray | Minnesota Country/Pop vocalist. |
| Red Phone Dispatch | Fun, catchy pop-punk with plenty of jumping and wordplay. If we hyphenated this whole thing, it would only count as one word and, thusly, we could go on forever. But we didn't, so now we're done. |
| Red Room | A rock and roll band from minneapolis |
| Redding Brothers Redding | The Redding Brothers produce a smooth blend of all-original alternative acoustic rock. |
| Redundant | Redundant, A Green Day tribute band. All the hits, and a bunch of crowd faves. |
| Nick Reid | Solo acoustic player. Frontman for local trio Public Static |
| Rick and Susan | Two piece quality variety production including vocals, piano and guitar. |
| Amy Rigby | Rigby lends her buttery-yet-tart voice to songs about facing loneliness even when you're part of a couple, about caring for kids, about just getting by--in other words, all the themes of classic country music, but with none of the smug, lip-glossed grandi |
| Rocket Boy 55 | Best mix of Punk and Indie/Emo around. |
| Rockford | This young band hailing from the western suburbs is taking the Minneapolis music scene by storm with their blend of pop, rock and Latin music. |
| Roger Johnson and the Harts | Performing meaningful lyrics and memorable melodies in a uniquely highbrow hybrid. The essence of Cosmic American Music! |
| 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 |
| James Rone | Lead singer and guitarist of local band The Seagraves. Solo shows are one-man acoustic guitar, and feature a combination of originals and cover material. |
| Room 204 | Room 204 is a pop rock acoustic band that loves to drive like such great influences as U2, Dave Matthews Band, and Tonic. Musical ability/talent is a definite high point of our music... |
| Desdamona Ross | 4 Time MN Music Award Winner...Nominated for 4 MMA's in 2005. Recently release, The Ledge - a combination of hip hop, spoken word,and soul. |
| Roxbury | We are a four piece pop punk band that has been playing a little over a year |
| Ryan Lee | This album includes a glockenspiel, sitar, Habib, vocal niceties, a coupld guitars, bass instruments, nifty samples, a drum kit, Katheryn Barrett, and a tiny bit more. |
| 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. |
| Paul Salomon | Piano-driven song and lyric pop music about love, loss, and the hard times of all time. |
| Saltwater | An originally driven alternative rock band performing energetic original music in the Twin Cities. |
| Jeordie Schekeryk | AZ FOLK/ROCK
VISIT
JEORDIE.COM or check out my My space music under Jeordie |
| The Schmoejoes | The Schmoejoes is an original three piece pop band based in southern Minnesota. |
| 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. |
| Sector Zero | Sector Zero is a R&R/Metal band |
| Shamus 73 | Quirky, catchy, straight ahead, inspired rock 'n roll. |
| Jason Shannon | Jason Shannon is a singer/songwriter based out of Minneapolis. He performs solo shows and band shows. |
| Chad Sharp | A unique mix of original Pop, Dance and R&B from a midwest recording artist. |
| SHIRTLIFTER | Multi-talented musician, composer, singer and producer, Shirtlifter has created his own unique sound, drawing inspiration from the likes of David Bowie, Duran Duran, Kraftwerk and Parliament. |
| Sophia Shorai | A new jazz singer on the scene. Check out www.sophiashorai.com for more details. |
| Aaron Slater | FREE MP3 DOWNLOADS, lyrics & official artist profile from Aaron Slater |
| Exhale and Fall | Minneapolis, MN punk rock come out to a show and see what were about, were lookin for a bassist. |
| The Smarts | Catchy keyboard-centered pop with lotsa vocals and great players. Brill Building influenced songwriting features memorable, highly melodic tunes, interesting chord progressions and feels, combined with witty, engaging lyrics. |
| 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. |
| Bec Smith | Minneapolis-based songwriter and recording artist that is gracing the music scene again in 2007 with a new album, a fresh-faced live band lineup and poignant songs that range from tales of heartache to hope. |
| Caitlyn Smith | A young singer/songwriter with a confident passion for music. You can hear her just acoustic or a full band... |
| So Say We All | So Say We All, a pop band from from St Louis, is fronted by two strong singer-songwriters (Leslie Sanzaro and myself) beautifully harmonizing -- both mellow and rockin'. The sound of both voices together is remarkable. |
| Joe Son | At just 22 years of age this artist has an original Alt/Pop sound that draws a wide audience. |
| Soulvation | Soulvation will return you to the days of Soul, Motown & R&B! With covers of Aretha, Tina Turner, & The Supremes! |
| 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. |
| Spook House | Artsy electronic rock pop. |
| Spry | 8pc Prog-Pop horn band playing intriguing (read:bizzare) original music. |
| John Starkey | All original soul musique • Seven-piece band • Predominately jazz musicians • Great vibe |
| SteelgunBlu | Get your free copy of Bootleg On Broadway. The new three song release from SteelgunBlu.Find out how you can get the full 11 song CD. Click on the website link for more info. |
| STEREOSCOPE | Stereoscope is making a name for themselves by touring premier venues in the Twin Cities and spreading their infectious vintage sound. |
| Andrea Stolpe | With songs recorded by artists such as Faith Hill and Josh Gracin, Andrea Stolpe is a songwriter whose commercial appeal is as apparent as her appetite for candid lyrics and fearless melodies. |
| Mary Cay Stone | A Versatile Singer and keyboardist of incomparable quality |
| Storyhill | Acoustic Folk-Pop. Tight harmonies, thoughtful lyrics, intricate finger-style and rocking groove guitar work. |
| Storyhill | Original acoustic folk-pop |
| StrangeCloud | Acoustic pop/rock with a psychedelic flavor and alt country twist. |
| Subdue | Brewtown Punk rawk!!!Out Milwaukee!!! PLayed iwth bands like POD, THe Juliana THEory, Catch22,SME, Hangnail,Allisyer and many others |
| the substars | basically a south minneapolitan enrique iglesias |
| Nathan Griner | Nathan Griner is a unique singer/songwriter with a ton of great tunes, sounds, and stories for all! Using loop stations, and delay pedals he is able to create a really cool sound for one man! |
| Andra Suchy | Studio vocals and live performance |
| Suede Baby | Jazzin' Smooth -n- Funkin' Groovin'! Smart, fun originals that blend Jazz, Swing, Blues & a little Folk & clever covers. |
| Superman Curl | Garage Pop-Punk with foot-stompin' attitude. |
| Supraluxe | Supraluxe is a Minneapolis pop band. |
| S.U.S.P.E.C.T.S. | Hip-Hop with influence |
| Sweet Colleens | High-energy blend of Celtic folk-rock, alt-country, Cajun, and instrumental music. |
| Tashas Laughter | Chunky peanut butter rock! |
| Tasteless Willard | Rock/Pop band. Pop tunes, rock songs, heavy jams and acoustic numbers. |
| Micah Taylor | “It’s solid guitar accompanied by intelligent lyrics wrapped around powerful vocals and seasoned with the sounds of the Southland.” - Nate Houge |
| Donald Thomas | A Twin Cities native that's a romantic, smooth as silk baritone vocalist and drummer with 30+ years experience. |
| 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. |
| Tonic Sol-fa | Although they are simply four voices and a tambourine, Tonic Sol-Fa has spent the past ten years on the road carving their niche as the Midwest’s top vocal group. |
| Basic Desire | BASIC DESIRE is an Australian duo that combines electronic sounds with some truly dynamic and melodic vocals. They specialize in power ballads and emotionally charged trance. |
| Chris Trapper | Boston based, pop-rock frontman Chris Trapper of The Push Stars releases second independent solo CD Gone Again recorded with The Wolverine Jazz Band |
| The Travesties | Blend of 60's pop and roots rock. |
| Michael Trevis | Michael Trevis is a young singer-songwriter who focuses on bringing original acoustic music to a variety of audiences. |
| trike | electropopaltfolkcanadiandutchcrunchcore |
| Bill Turner | Quietly gaining notoriety for his piercing low tenor pipes, Bill Turner sings covers and original songs. |
| Ross Turner | Ross Turner and his band are a four piece christian rock/pop band. |
| 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. |
| Two Left Feet | Our concerts have tons of energy and are off-the-hook. |
| U Betcha! The Making of a Minnesotan Boy Band Original Cast Album | The original cast album from U Betcha! The Making of a Minnesotan Boy Band! |
| Uber Cool Kung Fu | Electro-punk-dustrial. Cutting edge electronic act blending punk and new wave roots with fresh high tech. |
| Mark Ujifusa | Mark Ujifusa is an emerging singer/songwriter who writes mainly jazzy pop music. |
| The Ultraviolet Fuzz | It's different, It's a breath of fresh air. It's a mixture of psychedelic, pop progressions and melodies with hints of americana and baroque intertwined. |
| Brian Unbehaun | Singer-songwriter-guitaritst of acoustic pop & alternative music. |
| Under The Covers | Dance to the 80's 90's classics, Modern Pop Rock and Alternative Music! |
| The UnderAchievers | The UnderAchievers are the premier Twin Cities party-rock band |
| The Upstarts | We're an indie/power-pop/slightly retro/brit-pop flavored/harmony singin'/geek rock /just good music band from Minneapolis |
| Utter Chaos | 3 guys and 1 wild woman playing music from the 80s to today |
| Valender | Melodic Rock Music |
| 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.
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| The Veins | American Acoustic Rock Meets Progressive Indie Britpop |
| Vertigo Joe | Power trio! Excellent musicianship, high energy, three part harmonies, driving hooks in their songs...a must see & hear! |
| Violette Skyes | an acuostic two girl duo that plays a pop/rock/alternative mix with guitar, piano, fiddle, and voices. |
| Virus | Original song writer and composer. Right now I have about 10 song in my book. |
| VOSHO | Vosho is the 'Lushtronica' duo of vocalist Sveta Malyshenkova, and Producer/Keyboardist/Programmer Shaine Parr. |
| Vougeot | Vougeot (pronounced voo-ZHOH) is a compelling singer/songwriter/violinist in the alternative operatic pop genre. |
| Vox Vermillion | Vox Vermillion if a four piece consisting of bass/ cello/ piano/ guitar/ drums. The members of Vox Vermillion co-own a record lable with each other called O-matic records. They have a full length CD for sale in any music store in the Twin Cities, and are |
| Waking Virginia | Male/Female vocals atop a strong three piece band. Original lyrics and Alternative, Pop, Rock stylings. Feel the love. Wake up and dream for awhile. |
| The Walleyes | The Walleyes are a dynamic musical duo playing an eclectic mix of Urban Folk and Acoustic Rock.. |
| White Light Riot | We are the elite. We are trendsetters who will be followed. We are the fortunate who are in the know. |
| WICKED BLUE | Wicked Blue is a high energy rock and R&B band. Wicked Blue is made up of seasoned Minneapolis musicians providing a mini concert on stage! |
| Piérre Williams | Christian singer, songwriter, speaker |
| Raven Wolfe | Female singer, songwriter and performer. This versatile entertainer has been entertaining audiences across the country for over 15 years. |
| jason wolff | bass|guitar|keys|vocals|programming |
| Work of Saws | Melodic, lo-fi indie rock in the vein of Elliot Smith, Guided by Voices |
| Ab Yang | Inspirational. Acoustic. Folk Rock. |
| Your Loving Tiger | Your loving tiger comes to you.
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| Z CAR M Racz | Berny, Songwriter, Composer - Musicstyle 80th Pop |
| Zach Attack | Me, my guitar, sometimes a little harmonica |
