Icehouse's Upcoming Shows

Join us in the Starlight Room! Seating is first come, first served. Full food and beverage menu available. 8PM-11PM MUSIC 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.

7pm Doors 8pm Showtime Full food and beverage available for this show. 18+ $10 Adv (+fees/taxes) $20 Doors (+fees/taxes) Movement Music celebrates the revolutionary spirit of the Twin Cities music scene across eras, generations, style, and circumstance. Featuring the powerful showmanship of Brandyn Lee Tulloch, the lyrical dexterity of Righteous Emcee, and the illustrative, yet thought provoking rhymes of I Self Devine, this event is going to be one for the heads, the historians, and anyone who has ever spent time on the front lines in Minnesota. Hosted by Tish Jones and backed by Mickey Breeze on the 1s and 2s, we invite you all to an event to remind you to stay rooted in your power and committed to liberation. Doors open at 7:00pm, show begins at 8:00p. Find tickets via www.truartspeaks.org and www.icehousempls.com for $10 in advance and $20 at the door. The Urgent Emergent Performance Art Series powered by TruArtSpeaks (Urgent Art Series) is a year-long residency at Ice House in Minneapolis, MN, taking place monthly, every third Saturday,* in celebration of TruArtSpeaks' 20th year anniversary and - more importantly - all of the artists who make our work and community what it is. Founded in 2006, by Tish Jones, the arts & culture organization based in Saint Paul has a long history of providing platforms for artists to share timely and innovative work— this series is no different. The Urgent Art Series will invite new and true collaborators to share work that speaks to both the nightly theme and the series' invitation: urgent and emergent performance art. Known for being bold in their creative work, TruArtSpeaks has curated a year of creative expression that will move the crowd, the needle, and change forward through creative cultural expression. The Urgent Art Series is sponsored, in part, by Minnesota Public Radio

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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 May 3rd - Obi and Friends May 10th - Marvelous (Special Guest) May 17th - Gr3g (Special Guest) May 24th - Afrodisia Fest May 31st - Open Jam 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

6pm Doors 7pm Showtime Full food and beverage available for this show. 21+ Courtyard Show: $15 Adv (+fees/taxes) $22 Doors (+fees/taxes) Dead North Bio: Dead North is a progressive bluegrass band from the northwoods of Michigan’s Keweenaw Peninsula. Now residing in Minneapolis, the band is comprised of Luke Pascot (guitar, banjo, vocals) and Kora Melia (mandolin, fiddle, vocals). Together, they push the limits of the bluegrass genre with bold experimentation while still maintaining a high level of respect for tradition. Their sound elegantly mixes bluegrass with elements of jazz, country, funk, and much more. Influenced by the likes of Tony Rice, Billy Strings, David Grisman, etc., Dead North is a must see for any fans of progressive acoustic music. LaPlant Road Bio: LaPlant Road is the fondly named duo of Emily LaPlant and Liz Ashworth. It is an ode to the music made in Northern Minnesota, on LaPlant Road, the place where Emily and Liz grew up and discovered themselves. They bring their love for traditional folk and fiddle tunes as well as jazz, R&B, and Rock n Roll into something totally unique. It’s all encompassed by a deep love for each other, two childhood friends and soul sisters."

6pm Doors 7pm Showtime Courtyard Show: $12 Adv (+fees/taxes) $22 Doors (+fees/taxes) White Dune is the electronic music project of Minneapolis drummer Dave Power. He makes downtempo, ambient, and IDM music inspired by the likes of Boards of Canada, Andy Stott, The Field, Aphex Twin, and other electronic music visionaries. His latest full length, “memory II: drift,” a 122-minute ambient/drone record, was released in October, and his new EP was released on January 30th. The new EP, “FORMICA HALO”, is his own attempt at making experimental, sample-based house music loosely inspired by a night he spent in the East Village of Manhattan at “The Loft,” a storied, private disco/house dance party. He is currently working on a new full-length with local mixing engineer/producer Dex Wolfe. Stay tuned. headtriiip Bio: headtriiip is an experimental artist and musician based in Minneapolis. inspired by religion, philosophy, and consciousness, his music immerses the audience in a unique sonic experience of cinematic world building and surreal audio-imagery.

6pm Doors 8pm Showtime Full food and beverage available for this show. 18+ $20 Adv (+fees/taxes) $27 Doors (+fees/taxes) The Mike Munson Trio are releasing "Sometimes, not always," their debut record as a band. Mike Munson Trio The Trio's highly anticipated debut release "Sometimes, not always" marks a pivot for Munson. The group's sound joyfully traverses the melancholic corners of American music much like Edward Hopper did with a paintbrush on canvas. Munson is joined by Nick Salisbury on bass and Lars-Erik Larson on drums, pairing stunning guitar sounds with sparse arrangements for a quieter, more introspective feel. “When I got my hands on the instrumental “Night Flying Birds” it hit a sweet spot that reminded me of the sounds of Bill Frisell, Magic Sam’s instrumental work and a heaping tablespoon of Jeff Parker. ” - Sean McPherson, former Music Director at Jazz88

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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 May 3rd - Obi and Friends May 10th - Marvelous (Special Guest) May 17th - Gr3g (Special Guest) May 24th - Afrodisia Fest May 31st - Open Jam 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.

6pm Doors 8pm Showtime Full food and beverage available for this show. 21+ $20 Adv (+fees/taxes) $27 Doors (+fees/taxes) The Deslondes have always been less a band than a family. Formed more than 15 years ago from neighborhood hangs at Sam Doores’ home on Deslonde Street, the group grew out of shared meals, shared songs, and a shared belief that music should feel like home. What began as an anything-goes gathering evolved into a five-piece collective of songwriters and multi-instrumentalists bound by friendship, trust, and a deep musical curiosity. Drawing from a rich gumbo of influences—classic country, hobo folk, rural blues, R&B, rockabilly, Third Ward jazz, and New Orleans traditions—their sound is rooted in tradition but never confined by genre. Each member brings their own voice, with the freedom to explore and the support of a true collaborative unit. Their latest album, Roll It Out, reflects both where they started and who they’ve become: crackling with the energy of their early days while carrying the perspective and tenderness of long-term partnership. It’s an album about devotion—to friends, to music, to the road, and to the people who’ve grown alongside them—capturing a band that’s still moving forward by staying deeply connected to where they began. Michael’s Bio Michael Gay is a Minneapolis-based country and folk storyteller. Michael cut his teeth in theTwin Cities’ Americana scene while releasing music under the moniker, Almighty American, winning fans and media praise for his honest, accessible songwriting spanning a coupe of self-released EP’s and a full length album, Somewhere Ride (2017). Michael eventually ditched the moniker and started performing under his own name in 2020, marking this shift with the release of Make It Right (2021) Produced by John James Tourville in a friend’s home studio in Nashville, TN. The album was mixed/mastered by Paul Oldham. Kiki Cavazos' fans include Esther Rose, Benjamin Todd (Lost Dog Street Band), Riley Downing, Chris Acker, and Luke Bell. She collaborated as a member of a band (called Sundown) with Alynda Lee Segarra (of Hurray For the Riff Raff) and Sam Doores (of The Deslondes)...

6pm Door 8pm Showtime Seating first comes, first serve Full food and beverage available for this show. 21+ Starlight Show: $15 Doors (+fees/taxes) $22 Doors (+fees/taxes) Jake Baldwin's Bio: Jake Baldwin is a trumpet player based in Minneapolis, MN. His stylistic versatility has made him one of the busiest freelance trumpet players in the Midwest. You can hear him with groups ranging from the iconic Four Freshmen to the Minnesota Orchestra. In 2023 Jake won a grammy for his contributions to the videogame “Assassin’s Creed: Ragnarok” He has released three records on the Shifting Paradigm label. 2021’s “Where You’re Planted” and 2023’s “Misc. Items”, and 2025’s “Vanishing Point” Jake is currently the professor of trumpet at Anoka Ramsey Community College. "It’s his boldest, most cohesive statement to date – vivid, immersive, and dripping with creative assurance. 5/5" - UK Vibe "A set of infectious, edgy, melody-driven excursions" - All About Jazz "A musical confluence of brass and bold electricity." - Jazz Weekly

6pm Doors 8pm Showtime Full food and beverage available for this show. 21+ $15 Adv (+fees/taxes) $22 Doors (+fees/taxes) StoLyette: Is Ben Clark, Mitch Miller, Ryan Mach, and Irene Ruderman Clark. StoLyette features a pitch shifting, repeating, layered bass, vocals in foreign languages, and drums. In particular, these dynamic soundscapes mixed with an expressive vocal approach presented mostly in Russian provide the listener room to interpret and reconstruct the meaning of each composition to reflect more personally the listener’s own experience and state. PORNONONO: Consisting of Jacob Mullis, Amy Hager, Aaron Baum, Jared Isabella, Ben Clark, and Peter Lavoie, Pornonono is a psychedelic RnB future myth in search of a time and place where we can dance ourselves into one unified body and soul. We will be releasing a brand new single in honor of this momentous occasion. The last set of the night will be a collaborative dance party set with all the acts based on previously unreleased Pornonono songs, a live remix celebration! LEOPARD TREE DREAM: Leopard Tree Dream, a hazy nebulous of proto-techno synthesizer workouts, mind controlling slambient soundscapes, and danceable grooves that marry the computer’s spirit with human flesh and feature BRANIGIVER’s Aaron Baum and Alex Nutter, techno DJ and party organizer AKKO, and local legend JT Bates on drums. The lads will have some prepared electronics but everything else will be improvised reaction. Prepare for your BRAIN to be rendered STUPEFIED.

6pm Doors 8pm Showtime Full food and beverage available for this show. *All Ages $18 Adv (+fees/taxes) $25 Doors (+fees/taxes) Obadiah Gamble is an up-and-coming Twin Cities music artist whose melodic, inventive brand of indie pop–with folk, jazz and bossa nova influences–has garnered the attention of the local and national music scene. The Current’s The Local Show praised him as “an impeccable singer and guitarist…with heart-filled pop songs that have universal lyrical appeal.” His critically acclaimed debut album, Notice, released January 2026, is “on a melodic level that’s expressive and reaches out where other artists can’t reach.” (Americana Highways). More at obadiahgamble.com Bakkwooddrift is a jazz/r&b fusion collective that embodies soulful black music, led by the angelic vocalist, Solorah The Essence, and a powerhouse of talented musicians.

InMotion: Denim 10:00PM DOORS 10:30PM MUSIC 21+ $15 ADVANCE (+taxes/fees) $25 DAY OF SHOW (+taxes/fees) InMotion is a monthly themed dance party curated by one of our bartenders, Jaboidia! THEME: DENIM Come dance the night away at InMotions annual denim party. Expect to hear R&B house, Hip-Hop, & some throwback hits. DJs: Sashabangzz, DJ McShellen, & DJ Maracuya * $5 specialty shots * * Free Photo Booth * * Live Dance Performance *

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 May 3rd - Obi and Friends May 10th - Marvelous (Special Guest) May 17th - Gr3g (Special Guest) May 24th - Afrodisia Fest May 31st - Open Jam 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.

6PM DOORS 8PM SHOWTIME $16 Adv (+fees/taxes) $22 Doors (+fees/taxes) 18+ Seje is a new indie folk rock group based out of Eau Claire WI. Members include Sarah Elstran (The Nunnery), Shane Leonard and John Roemhild. For over a decade Sarah has been performing under her solo looping project "The Nunnery" which her etherial live loops feel like a gate into a soundscape to transport the listener. This new project is a completely different genre and songwriting approach that feels raw and relatable to human connection while also making the listener want to dance or start their own band. On stage, St. Anthony Mann takes the shape of a huddled four-piece. Seated in three chairs and a drum throne, the musicians attend to the strings in their hands and pedals at their feet. As a group, their sound is expansive—the effort to keep the musical expanse midair looks more meditative than theatrical. Adam is ballcapped and seen singing in profile. The rhythm section sets the table, friendly and relaxed, while the guitarists loop, condense, expand, and contort their down-tuned, bell-clear guitar tones. The songs often end with a hazy distortion followed by a modest “thanks” directed toward the crowd. Seen from a corner seat, late at night, you know, at a grimy pub, Mann appears like a mirage cousin to a terrific midwestern bar band.

7pm Doors 8pm Showtime Full food and beverage available for this show. 21+ $25 Early Bird (+fees/taxes) $30 Adv (+fees/taxes) $40 Doors (+fees/taxes) *Purchase Tickets Here:(https://shotgun.live/en/events/leo-middea) Leo Middea was born in Rio de Janeiro in 1995 and currently resides in Barcelona. He is a singer, composer, and instrumentalist. Over his 10-year career, Leo has released five studio albums, each reflecting different phases of his life and career: Dois (2014), A Dança do Mundo (2016), Vicentina (2020), Beleza Isolar (2020), and Gente (2023), and has given over 300 performances in 16 countries - with 100 of them taking place in 2024 alone. Leo is reinventing Brazilian music by blending traditional genres with influences from diverse cultures. His music has garnered over 10 million plays on Spotify. Leo's captivating performances have sold out concert halls across Europe and Brazil. In 2024, he achieved second place in the traditional Portuguese Song Festival, becoming the first Brazilian to reach the final. Leo is currently working on his sixth album, featuring songs recorded live in different parts of the world.

6pm Doors 8pm Showtime Starlight Show: $15 Adv (+fees/taxes) $22 Doors (+fees/taxes) Join us in the starlight room for TH3's EP release show! TH3 is a funk trio based in Minneapolis, MN featuring Jeff Ham (guitar), Grant Eull (bass) and Randy Kramer (drums, percussion and samples). Drawing deep inspiration from seminal funk acts of the 1970s such as The Meters, Funkadelic, Cymande and The Average White Band as well as more recent pioneers like 5ive Style, and The Brand New Heavies, The TH3 will bring deep grooves, infectious rhythms, and un-egocentric musicianship to the Icehouse stage.

4pm Doors 5pm Show $10 Tickets (+fees/taxes) Join us on our patio with About to Run to fulfill all your phish needs! For fans of Phish and the boundless creativity of Trey Anastasio, there's a new sound echoing out of the Twin Cities. About to Run: The Music of Trey Anastasio is a four-piece tribute band bringing the sprawling, improvisational soundscape of the Phish universe to life. With a collective ear for detail and a knack for the jam, this band dives deep into the intricate compositions and spontaneous improvisations that define Anastasio's work. Featuring the talents of Minnesota jam scene veterans Arthur Hoffman, Arthur Bagley, Mark 'Munchie' Collins, and Berek Awend, About to Run is more than a tribute—it's a celebration of a musical legacy. Experience the fiery guitar solos, the deep-groove funk, and the soaring melodies you know and love. From the arena anthems to the most obscure jams, About to Run delivers an authentic and high-energy show that will have you dancing all night.

Join us in the Starlight Room! Seating is first come, first served. Full food and beverage menu available. 8PM-11PM MUSIC 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 7PM SHOWTIME Courtyard Show: $15 Adv (+fees/taxes) $22 Doors (+fees/taxes) 21+ Good Doom Good Doom has opened for cool psych legends like Kikagaku Moyo, Avey Tare and more, while consistently self-recording compelling and relatable instrumental psych music. They've toured both coasts and played the storied First Ave Mainroom, all while remaining an enigma to the average citizen -- only the real heads know for now. Rupert Angeleyes After nearly a decade, Angeleyes has returned to Minneapolis, following stints in Los Angeles and New Orleans. He’s spent the last year reforming his band to deliver the psychedelic Pillow Talk, a mellow synthesizer follow up to his debut, Young Sunset. Currently, the band is shelving the effects pedals and relying on Rupert’s songwriting chops-- a Carol King approach to chords with an honest, sad-yet-funny lyrical charm. Embahn Lush, melodic, and introspective, Embahn plays to the heart of the listener. Drawing from elements of freak folk, shoegaze, and indietronica, Embahn bridges the lyrical and instrumental worlds through dreamy yet dynamic explorations. Heavily focused on form and content, songs feel like a painting - each element intentionally capturing an underlying message or theme. Embahn's debut album Mindless Melody is set to be released in mid-2026.

6pm Doors 8pm Showtime Full food and beverage available for this show. 21+ $25 Adv (+fees/taxes) $32 Doors (+fees/taxes) Photo credit - Madalyn Rowell - Insta Handle - @curiouscumulus Molly Brandt will release her 3rd studio album, “Museum of Being” on June 12, 2026 and will present the album live in its entirety at Icehouse that same night! Join us for this magical evening of brand-new and never-before-performed original music with a stacked line-up of incredible artists and performers, including opening sets by rising local artists: Fruitform and Seven Pines. Artist Bios: Molly Brandt: Named the 2023 and 2024 Americana Artist of the Year at the Midwest Country Music Awards, Molly Brandt is making a name for herself in the independent music scene. With a musical background that includes stints as a classical pianist, jazz vocalist, Brandt found her songwriting voice when she turned to roots music, using a tapestry of Americana styles to tell her vivid, gritty stories. She released her first singles in 2022 and was soon performing at venues and festivals across the Midwest. Brandt has now played all over the Midwest and the U.S., including many festivals such as Blue Ox, Big Turn, Rochester Thaw, Boogiedown, and Boats & Bluegrass, to name a few. Brandt dazzles when she takes the stage, first with her presence and statement outfits, then with her powerhouse vocals. With her ever-evolving sound ranging from honky-tonk to countrypolitan to alt-rock, and her ability to illuminate stages and leave audiences breathless, Molly Brandt is an artist not to be missed. Brandt’s work has been praised by the Star Tribune, Racket MN, Adventures in Americana, The Bluegrass Standard, and The Current and her song “Mr. Texas” appeared last year in Netflix’s hit show “The Hunting Wives”. Her debut album “Surrender to the Night” blended honky-tonk, countrypolitan, and alt-rock influences, delving into blue-collar struggles, dive bar revelries, long car rides, and cold-blooded revenge through stories of heartache, resilience, and triumph. “American Saga”, her second studio album released in 2024, exploring an even broader range of roots music, with soundscapes of disco, blues, alt-country, bluegrass, and psychedelia. “Museum of Being” is set to release June 12th, 2026, with a live-performed premiere at Icehouse in Minneapolis, MN that same night. The album presents us a tapestry of memories and an epic journey through time that bends, folds, and stretches on itself. The album explores the nostalgia of past experiences and relationships as the metaphorical “museum” we all possess within us, with new sonic landscapes that include more synth-heavy psychedelic sounds, soaring pedal steel, and truly unique combinations of vibes and genres to coalesce into a beautiful mosaic of nostalgic stories. Through the experimentation and uniqueness of sound, Brandt continues to harken back to her roots: honky tonk and Americana, making music that is all her own. Fruitform: Songwriter/guitarist Mary Traxler, drummer Aidan Sponheim, bassist Matty Hansen, and keyboardist Meek Bond make up the South Minneapolis-based band Fruitform. The group draws inspiration from nature, the (stolen) land, and its fruits. Drawing inspiration from early punk rock, lyrical femme folk, and playful experimental noise, fruitform is interested in how sound works to liberate us into realities more livable, free, and collective. Their debut album, cake without plates, was released on the summer solstice last year and showcases the band’s multi-genre, DIY, whimsical style. Seven Pines: Seven Pines is the project of Minnesota-based songwriters Lily Belle Govrik and Soren Burkum. Following a period spent in the Nashville indie scene as a resident rhythm section (Burkum on drums, Govrik on bass), they return to Minnesota with singles ”Passing Through” and “My Girl”. Recorded entirely in the couple’s shared backyard studio in Nashville, their songs carry the rootsy driven groove and harmony that is marked by Govrik and Burkum’s connection and warmth.