Icehouse's Upcoming Shows

4PM Doors

5PM Showtime

Courtyard Show:

$15 (+fees & taxes)

FULL FOOD & BEVERAGE MENU AVAILABLE ALL NIGHT.

21+

Seating is First Come / First Served

Extend your weekend with Sunday Salsa Matinee, one of the best monthly music and dance events in the Twin Cities.

From 5 p.m. to 7 p.m. 10-piece salsa orchestra Charanga Tropical mixes its spicy salsa with smooth strings. This is Cuba flavored salsa, from classic danzón to modern timba, straight out of Havana.

7pm-8pm: DJONE of Salsa Police Entertainment spins bouncy bachata and other Latin favs to close out the evening.

Icehouse offers a wide open dance floor with booth and balcony seating.

Enjoy an exceptional menu of top quality food and drink

8pm Door

9pm Showtime

Full food and beverage available for this show.

21+

$10 Doors (+fees/taxes)

*Tickets can only be purchased at the door

June 7th - Obi & Friends

June 14th - Juice Lord

June 21st - Jandeltha Rae

June 28th - Jackson Hurst

This residency marks a powerful expansion of Obi Original & The Black Atlantics’ presence on the Twin Cities stage. Known for their dynamic blend of highlife, Afrobeat, soulful grooves, and modern fusion, the collective has captivated local and regional audiences with an infectious energy that honors the heritage and future of African-inspired music.

Hailing from the vibrant Minneapolis music scene, Obi Original has built a reputation as a charismatic performer and cultural connector, infusing each night with rhythmic pulse, storytelling, and the spirit of community uplift. His work with the Black Atlantics brings together skilled musicians, traditional and contemporary instrumentation, and a genre-bending approach that resonates with longtime fans of Afrocentric music and newcomers alike.

This event will help highlight Nigerian community connection, further reflecting the collective’s dedication to cultural celebration and inclusion — a hallmark of their mission to bring global sounds and stories to the heart of Minneapolis.

“We’re excited to bring AFRODISIA to The Icehouse,” says Obi Original. “This is more than a show, it’s a space for joy, connection, and honoring the rhythms that connect us all.”

Whether you’re a longtime lover of African music or discovering its magic for the first time, AFRODISIA at The Icehouse MPLS promises a weekly cultural experience full of soul, groove, and unity.

7pm Door

8pm-11pm Showtime

Full food and beverage available for this show.

18+

$10 Tickets (+taxes)

Arthur “L.A.” Buckner is a performing musician, teaching artist, and producer from the Northside of Minneapolis. He holds a Master's degree in Percussion Performance from McNally Smith College of Music, and is an accomplished teaching artist in the Twin Cities. Currently, LA serves as co-host for the award winning PBS music education YouTube series “Sound Field”, and is a professor of Race & Identity at the University of Minnesota.

In 2020, LA took iTunes by storm with the release of his project BiG HOMiE, which reached the #1 Jazz position within 24 hours of its release. LA was named 2024 Music Educator of the Year by the Minnesota Music Education Association.

Get ready to experience a historic blend of jazz, Gospel, hip hop and avant-funk. Hitting the drums like they owe him money, LA is a flurry of arms and drumsticks whose compositions blur the line between Sunday church service and face melting jam sessions. His artistry is full of energy, excitement, and culture.

What to expect:

It’s a jazz and funk jam featuring a brand-new combo “The Homework House Band”.

L.A. Buckner on drums, Omar Abdulkarim on Trumpet/Flugelhorn, Ethan Yeshaya on Bass, and Kevin Gamble on keyboards.

The jam will include special guests sitting in on vocals, horns and other instruments. This is NOT an open mic! You GOTTA be great to sit in!

There will also be activities/games for the audience to participate in.

We are resetting the standard of greatness that this city is known for.

Women, femmes, and non-binary friends are welcome.

Arthur "L.A." Buckner

Join us in the Starlight Room!

Seating is first come, first served.

Full food and beverage menu available all night.

21+

6PM DOORS

8PM SHOW

NO COVER

About MAKR:

Mark McGee is a composer and producer from Minneapolis, MN. His projects include RONiiA, Marijuana Deathsquads, Father You See Queen, and To Kill a Petty Bourgeoisie. He recently released a solo composition entitled Curse the Day that Birthed the Bastard through his MAKR moniker along with an original score commissioned by the Walker Art Center for Lotte Reiniger's 1926 animation, The Adventures of Prince Achmed. His musical strengths involve a special interest in texture and nuance that sometimes lack in popular music. The music Mark makes tends to reflect a more moody and brooding atmosphere.

6pm Doors

8pm Showtime

Full Food and Beverage Menu Available

18+

$18 Adv (+taxes/fees)

$25 Door (+taxes/fees)

Zacc Harris American Reckoning Album Release + Erik Koskinen

An evening of Americana and roots music refracted through the distinct voices of two of the Twin Cities’ most celebrated guitarists.

Harris bio:

Guitarist and composer Zacc Harris is best known for his work with the acclaimed Atlantis Quartet, recipients of the 2015 McKnight Fellowship for Performing Musicians, and his original modern jazz quintet, the Zacc Harris Group. On his 2017 release American Reverie, Harris explored the nostalgia and contradictions of the American songbook through modern jazz interpretations of music by Willie Nelson, Bob Dylan, The Ronettes, Woody Guthrie, and traditional folk sources. Praising the album, All About Jazz wrote that “the arrangements are full of fresh twists, all played with an understated warmth.” The release earned Harris the honor of Best Twin Cities Jazz Artist from City Pages later that year.

Harris returns to this territory with American Reckoning, a new trio recording featuring bassist Matt Peterson and drummer Lars-Erik Larson. Reimagining songs such as “Amazing Grace,” “Hard Times,” and “House of the Rising Sun,” alongside music by Bob Dylan and The Beach Boys, the album deepens Harris’ exploration of American roots music through inventive arrangements, modern jazz interplay, and a perspective shaped equally by reverence and reinvention.

Koskinen bio:

Erik Koskinen is an American singer-songwriter, multi-instrumentalist and producer, whose music is not categorized by sub-genres. Stylistically he is on his own while heavily influenced by American roots music. The rhythmic integrity and musical tone is as important as the lyrical content and the artistic intent. Koskinen has reverently entered the anthology of uniquely crafted wry songs with the likes of Woody Guthrie and Ry Cooder while speaking as plainly as your neighbor. The Minneapolis Star Tribune calls Koskinen “the real deal” and “The best country songwriter in Minnesota.”

6pm Doors

8pm Showtime

Full food and beverage available for this show.

21+

$15 Adv (+fees/taxes)

$25 Doors (+fees/taxes)

The Sacred Advisory tour features MoneyHillCasino and Nakara Forjé merging hip hop, spirituality and real life narratives for a transformative experience. The Minneapolis stop includes Saint Paul legends Taylor J and Juice Lord to add to the raw lyricism and dynamic energy of the show. Hosted by artist and comedian Tangy G. Expect to not leave the way you came.

MoneyHillCasino Bio: Oakland raised and built, MoneyHillCasino comes from the soil of the Bay with a story rooted in struggle, survival, and purpose. Growing up in Oakland gave him a raw perspective on life, pain, hustle, and resilience—elements that now shape every word in his music. With a sound that blends street truth, soul, and spiritual depth, he creates poetic gospel music designed to heal people going through hard times and remind them that pain can produce purpose.

Throughout his journey, MoneyHillCasino has worked alongside legends and industry names such as Too Short , The Game, and Ray J, while also collaborating with Grammy-winning producers Jared Lee Gosselin and MyGuyMars. More than entertainment, MoneyHillCasino creates testimony-driven records that inspire faith, growth, and perseverance for the fathers fighting to stay strong, the dreamers trying to make it out, and anyone searching for God in the middle of chaos. Every verse is a message, every song is therapy, and every project is proof that where you come from does not define where you’re going.

Nakara Forjé Bio: Nakara Forjé is a lyricist, curator and facilitator from the Twin Cities who shares her life experiences through clever, relatable narratives. Nakara started as a singer and poet and evolved as an emcee in 2009. Her transparency, authenticity and soulful sound set her apart from her peers in hip hop. As the co-founder of SWAGG LLC, she aims to cultivate healing and creativity in Black women and girls through her art in the forms of music, events and workshops. Community work is equally as important as her music offerings and this is evident in her work with youth and the #deependchallenge swim initiative. She’s released two mixtapes, five EP’s, two albums and a host of features and singles. Her latest release is the “Healed Hoochie: Sacred Pack”, available on EVEN.biz. In addition to music and curating, she’s also the author of the “7 Day Grief Journal for Hip Hop Lovers”, available on Amazon.

Taylor J. Bio: Taylor J., born and raised in St. Paul, Minnesota, is a dynamic hip-hop artist known for blending sharp lyricism with raw storytelling and infectious energy. Drawing inspiration from real-life experiences and the culture that shaped him, his sound bridges classic rap roots with a modern edge. Whether on stage or in the studio, Taylor J delivers performances that are both authentic and unforgettable, connecting deeply with audiences through rhythm, message, and presence.

Juice Lord Bio: Juice Lord is a St. Paul–bred hip-hop artist known for soulful storytelling, sharp lyricism, and powerful live performances. With over a decade in the game, he’s toured nationally and built a loyal following through authentic, emotionally grounded music. His latest work marks a new chapter—blending personal growth, community roots, and a fearless sense of self.

Tangy G Bio: Tangy G is a Minneapolis-based entertainer blending raw storytelling, street humor, and real-life experiences into a sound and stage presence that hits differently. As a rapper, comedian, and cultural creator, Tangy G brings authenticity to every performance—turning everyday struggles, wins, and hustle into unforgettable moments.Known for high-energy shows and a personality that connects instantly with any crowd, Tangy G doesn’t just perform—he creates experiences. Whether it’s music, live comedy, or hosting events, his style is bold, unfiltered, and rooted in real life.

Beyond the mic, Tangy G is the force behind M2B BBQ, where food meets entertainment, building a brand that feeds both the streets and the soul. lifestyle.