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2026 Line-up is Here!

Friday Night 2026

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Fabulous Armadillos

The Fabulous Armadillos came out of their shell in 2006 and have since established a large and loyal following in Minnesota and beyond with their spot on recreations of songs from many genres of music from Country to Motown to Heavy Metal to 70’s Soft Rock and play them just like you remember. Close your eyes and you are listening to all those vinyl records again or your AM/FM radio. The idea of the Fabulous Armadillos started with a diverse group of musicians who came together to perform “themed” concerts at the Pioneer Place On Fifth Theater in St. Cloud, MN. Themes like “One Hit Wonders”, “Woodstock”, “Motown”, “Singer/Songwriters”, “Stadium Rock” and more. They have now played 100’s of themes at that theater as well as many regional venues in the Midwest and even in Mexico! Each show gaining them new fans and enjoying their brand of fun and entertaining, yet musically spot on performances. They have brought hundreds of special guests in for their theme shows comprising of local and national talent. COME OUT OF YOUR SHELL and see what everybody has been talking about!

Johnny Clueless

Johnny Clueless is a Minneapolis-based rock band with deep roots in the Midwest music scene. Known for their high-energy performances, memorable hooks, and tight musicianship, the band blends classic rock influences with a modern edge. Over the years, the band has built a loyal following through dynamic live shows at iconic venues across the country, connecting with fans through authentic lyrics and infectious melodies. Johnny Clueless delivers a sound that’s both nostalgic and refreshingly original- proving that real rock and roll is alive and well in the Twin Cities.

St. George's Folly

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Boss Mama & the Jebberhooch

Singer, songwriter, guitarist and “Boss Mama” Colleen Myhre has connected with a loose band of hard-rocking desperados and dubbed them the Jebberhooch. Together, Boss Mama and the Jebberhooch put out dusty, dirty, gritty blues that rumble across the stage like a beat-up sedan over a Mississippi Delta dirt road. Their sound is a shake-and-baked helping of country soul, blood harmony and deep groove funkiness.


Saturday Night 2026

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Tina & the B-Sides

Voted RiverSong’s crowd favorite in 2024, Tina and the B-Sides return to the Front Porch! Thundering out of the Minneapolis music scene with a grit and soul that earned them the title “Best Bar Band in America,” Tina and the B-Sides are a high-octane force of nature. Led by the powerhouse vocals and magnetic stage presence of Tina Schlieske, the band blends rock-and-roll swagger, soulful Americana, and an undeniable Midwestern heart. Their live shows—anchored by the soaring vocal harmonies between Tina and her sister, Laura Schlieske—are the stuff of regional lore, punctuated by a star on the walls of the world-famous First Avenue. Whether they are tearing through a bluesy rocker or a vulnerable ballad, Tina and the B-Sides deliver a raw, communal experience that reminds you exactly why you fell in love with live music.

Chicago Farmer & the Field Notes

When taking on the moniker Chicago Farmer, singer-songwriter Cody Diekhoff aimed to not only showcase the dichotomy of his life and travels, he also wanted to honor his past through his uplifting, introspective melodies. Diekhoff’s latest offering, Homeaid, puts a spotlight on the old soul nature and deep ethos of compassion and camaraderie that resides at the core of his being. A blend of Americana, indie-folk and roots-rock, the album swirls effortlessly into the ether of a modern world facing uncertain times.

 

Foxgloves

Staking their claim in the Midwest music scene since 2019, The Foxgloves are an all-women Americana/Newgrass band out of the Twin Cities. Sometimes bright and driving, other times shadowed and searching, their vibrant four-part harmonies share stories that feel weathered and deeply human. Their high energy performances and musical depth have swept them onto big stages throughout the region, including Blue Ox Music Festival, Boats and Bluegrass, First Avenue Mainroom, and Big Top Chautauqua. This powerful band is making moves you’ll want to witness.

Josh Cleveland

From lyrics to vocals to instrumentation, Josh Cleveland and his band of Wonders give you something to hum for days. What sets Josh Cleveland apart is his voice. The soul in his voice is immersed in heartache, hope, questioning, and new starts. The melodies weep, the groove melts, and the heart soars.  The band of Wonders are the most talented group; Dustin Smith, Eric Smith, Joe Meyer, and Nikki Lemire bring a depth of feeling to each measure. If Josh’s voice is a waterfall, the band of Wonders is the river that feeds into it.  Step deep into the waters. Welcome to Josh Cleveland.

Piano in Every Home

A Piano in Every Home, led by Travis and Jake, began their musical journey in Wisconsin before finding a permanent home in Saint Paul, MN. The group has opened for renowned artists like Lewis Capaldi, Dessa, and Jeremy Messersmith, showcasing their eclectic blend of indie folk, alternative rock, and atmospheric pop. Their latest album, Terrible Things, offers a fresh take on themes of love, memory, and life’s ephemeral patterns. The poignant and nostalgic lyrics are wrapped in a tapestry of pop-forward and atmospheric instrumentation.


 

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We are so pleased to have been able to present many excellent performers over the years!

For nostalgia’s sake, here is a list of all the performers since 2009.

2025

Michael Shynes
Sam Licari & the Sweet Tease
Goldpine
Hawthorne Oachs

Gear Daddies
Wild Horses
The Orange Goodness
Johnny Clueless
Woodzen

2024

Free Fallin
Dan Rodriguez
Tina & the B-Sides
Nato Coles
Trent Romens Band
Eli Gardiner Band
Woodzen

Mae Simpson
The New Primatives
Rogue Valley
The Suitcase Junket
Salsa del Soul
Fred the Bear

2023

Cole Diamond
Turn Turn Turn
Mae Simpson
American Scarecrows
The Bubbler
J.E. Sunde
Hawthorne Oachs

The Last Revel
The Orange Goodness
Good Morning Bedlam
St. Anthony Mann
The Cactus Blossoms
The Right Here
Fabulous Armadillos

2022

Faith Boblett
Michael Shynes
American Scarecrows
Jon Wayne and the Pain
The Federales
The Right Here
Tricia and the Toonies

Dan Rodriguez
Hooperina
Annie Mack
Church of Cash
Chester Bay
Pert Near Sandstone
Kiss the Tiger

2020

Annie Mack
Michael Shynes
Bad Bad Hats
4ontheFloor
The Right Here
Nooky Jones
Little Fevers

St. George’s Folly
Chester Bay
The Last Revel
Pert Near Sandstone
Church of Cash
Jon Wayne and the Pain

2019

Kent Burnside and the Flood Brothers
Katy Vernon
Good Morning Bedlam

Miss Myra & the Moonshiners

St. George’s Folly

Fastball
Fabulous Armadillos

Dan Rodriguez
Corey Medina
Chester Bay
Annie Fitzgerald

Thunder & Rain
4onthefloor

2018

Blues Traveler
Carrie Nation and the Speakeasy
Good Morning Bedlam
Davina and the Vagabonds
Jon Wayne and the Pain
Dusty Heart

Crankshaft and the Gear Grinders
Romantica
M French
Siama’s Congo Roots
Lowland Lakers
Jillian Rae
Como Ave Jug Band

2017

Shoeless Revolution
Whitehorse
Erik Koskinen Band
Gin Blossoms
Michael Shynes
Kind Country
Jackson and the Roosters

Jillian Rae
Heather Maloney
Farewell Milwaukee
Everett Smithson Band
Crankshaft and the Gear Grinders
Fabulous Armadillos

2016

Banditos
Jeremy Messersmith
Buck Hutchinson and the Crow River Ramblers
Kat Perkins
Carrie Nation and the Speakeasy
Little Hurricane
Charlie Parr

Socaholix
Crankshaft and the Gear Grinders
The DMB Tribute Crowded Streets
Daisy Dillman Acoustic
The Lowland Lakers
Farewell Milwaukee
The Okee Dokee Brothers

2015

Birds of Chicago
Legendary Shack Shakers
David Lee
Mark Edgar Stuart
Honey Honey
Possessed by Paul James
Horseshoes & Hand Grenades
Socaholix
Jack Pearson

Splatter Sisters
Janis Ian
Star & Micey
Jeff Ray and Harold Tremblay
The Bazillions
Jeff Ray and Mikkel Beckmen
Zoe Lewis
Keri Noble

2014

Caravan of Thieves
Jeff Ray and Harold Tremblay
Chic Gamine
Malamanya
Choo Choo Bob and the Holy Smokestacks
Rayland Baxter
Cory Chisel and The Wandering Sons, Adriel Denae, Invisableman (Formerly known as Space Woman) and Special Guests

Sena Ehrhardt
Dianne Gasch
Slaid Cleaves
Ellis
Star & Micey
Hobo Nephews of Uncle Frank
The Bazillions
Jack Klatt & The Cat Swingers

2013

April Verch Band
Matt Ray & Those Damn Horses
Bethany Larson & The Bees Knees
Molly Maher & The Disbelievers
Caroline Smith
Peter Mayer
Cory Chisel and the Wandering Sons
Peter Yarrow

Hymn for Her
Sophia Shorai Trio
Jack Klatt & The Cat Swingers
The Okee Dokee Brothers
Javier & the Innocent Sons (previously HUD)
The Reverend Peyton’s Big Damn Band
Magic Mama
Traveled Ground

2012

Bunny Clogs
Paul Spring
Caleb Hawley
Pieta Brown
Chastity Brown
Solas

Davina & The Vagabonds
Steve Howard and Phil Nusbaum
Lucy Michelle & The Velvet Lapelles
The Brothers Burn Mountain

Matt Ray & Those Damn Horses
The Okee Dokee Brothers
Matt The Electrician
The Reverend Peyton’s Big Damn Band
Michael Johnson
Traveled Ground
Patty and the Buttons
Useful Jenkins

2011

April Smith & the Great Picture Show
Stacy Halter
Cactus Blossoms
Steve Kaul & the Brass Kings
Davina & The Vagabonds
Sweet Grass Fish Frye
The Hollands!
Jack Pearson
The Mudbugs
Magic Mama

Tom Catmull with John Sporman
Natalia Zukerman
Useful Jenkins
Roma DiLuna
Victoria Vox
Ross Sutter
William Elliott Whitemore
Six Mile Grove
Winterbloom

2010

Bearfoot
Natalia Zukerman
Bill & Kate Isles
North River Ramblers
Charlie Parr
Patchouli
Chris Koza
Rhythm Angels

Eelpout Stringers
Shawn Phillips
HUD
Slim Pickins
Lehto & Wright
Stearns County
Stearns County Pachanga Society

2009

Andy Austin
Michael Monroe
Bob Gasch
Old Time Country & Blues Revue
Brian Brosz & Friends
Pat Donahue
Charlie Maguire
Patchouli
Cheryl, Lucy & Patty
Pert’ Near Sandstone
Crow River Singers

Prairie Grass
Danny Santos
Romantica
Dianne Gasch
Ross Sutter
Erin Bode
Stearns County Pachanga Society
Feelin’ Groovy
Susan Werner
Jim Post
The Hutchinson Brothers

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