$10 AT THE DOOR
JC Sanford Quartet
JC Sanford(trombone)
Zacc Harris(guitar)
Chris Bates(bass)
JT Bates(drums)
$8 advance / $10 at the door
Christian Wheeler is Producer/Singer-Songwriter from Minneapolis, Minnesota. His songs mix an ear for melody and a love of classic pop music. Wheeler's guitar playing is the foundation of the music, making use of jangling rhythm parts and hummable leads. He currently writes and performs his own music in the Twin Cities, while still making time to play in other bands. He has produced records for artists such as George Faber, QNA, Merino Wool, Steve Wheeler, and many more. He is also a founding member of the music production organization DNNR PRTY.
$10 advance / $12 at the door
A new spin on an old party, Sistahs with Soulwas originally created by BDotCroc back in 2015 with the same mission, but in the spirit of collaboration and growth, BDot has teamed up with TruArtSpeaks to make the event bigger, better and inclusive of many more voices, talents and styles to showcase.
$12 advance / $15 at the door
Ultra Suede is a collective of sorts, music and art at its roots, production team as branches, but also a commune of ideas under the umbrella of its symbol, protection. The point is to create an atmosphere of creativity and build a community. Its purpose is to create and cultivate an environment of culture. It is a protected place for artists and thinkers to collaborate and grow. Protection X Connection.
Ultra Suede was founded by MAKR, AARON BAUM, DJ FUNDO & KEITH MILLIONS.
$16 advance / $20 at the door
SPONSORED BY THE CURRENT
Roma di Luna returns to Icehouse for a pair of intimate winter concerts featuring songs from their entire catalogue, including a number of new, unreleased songs, and special guest appearances. Formed in 2006, Roma di Luna has released 6 records, including 2018's acclaimed "We Were Made To Forgive". Featuring the original lineup of vocalist / songwriters Channy Leaneagh (Polica) and Alexei Moon Casselle (Kill The Vultures, Mixed Blood Majority), vocalist Jessi Prousha (Fraea) and the Grave Trio rhythm section of JG Everest (Lateduster, Sans Le Systeme) Ben Durrant (Crazy Beast) and Ryan Lovan (Romantica).
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Remember sitting in your living room as kid? The shag carpet tickling the back of your legs. You were chewing on your Marathon bar and sipping from a can of Rondo Soda while watching your favorite TV show…was it CHiPs or S.W.A.T.?… Doesn’t matter they both were great and so was the music in them. The Neighborhood Trio might just take you back to those times with their groovy 70’s theme song inspired tunes, but sorry Rondo is long gone, but I’m sure you will find something from the bar to crush your thirst!
$16 advance / $20 at the door
SPONSORED BY THE CURRENT
Roma di Luna returns to Icehouse for a pair of intimate winter concerts featuring songs from their entire catalogue, including a number of new, unreleased songs, and special guest appearances. Formed in 2006, Roma di Luna has released 6 records, including 2018's acclaimed "We Were Made To Forgive". Featuring the original lineup of vocalist / songwriters Channy Leaneagh (Polica) and Alexei Moon Casselle (Kill The Vultures, Mixed Blood Majority), vocalist Jessi Prousha (Fraea) and the Grave Trio rhythm section of JG Everest (Lateduster, Sans Le Systeme) Ben Durrant (Crazy Beast) and Ryan Lovan (Romantica).
$8 AT THE DOOR/$10 AFTER MIDNIGHT
WE ARE BACK IN THE HOOD! GET READY FOR THE BEST WEEKLY SHINDIG IN MPLS. #NIGHTCHURCH
$2 OFF ALL TAPS, HOUSE WINES & RAIL DRINKS.
15% OFF FOR SERVICE INDUSTRY WITH PROOF
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Bryan Nichols is a Minneapolis-based pianist and composer, working primarily in jazz and improvised music. He returned to the Twin Cities in 2005 after four busy years in Chicago where he played with jazz heavyweights like Nicole Mitchell, Ernest Dawkins, Von Freeman and Hamid Drake. Since returning to Minneapolis, he leads and composes for his own trio, his quintet and his large group, We Are Many. He also plays regularly with Gang Font, Kelly Rossum Quartet, James Buckley Trio, and Zacc Harris Quartet, in addition to being an in-demand freelancer.
$8 in advance / $10 at the door
For the 4th and last night of the Kremblems Residency, 26 Bats! are releasing their album, Onyx, co-produced by Medium Zach, and want to celebrate it with you! Dua Saleh will kick off the show.
$17 advance / $20 at the door
After 3 years of captivating audiences with their unique blend of soul, jazz, and undertones of hip-hop, Minneapolis-based Nooky Jones released their debut self-titled album in July of 2017. Now, fresh off a slate of successful summer tour dates and the release of a brand new limited edition 12" rerecord, the neo-soul sextet is proud to present their annual Soulful Soiree year-end party at Icehouse. 2018 marks the fifth installment of the perennially sold out event as it expands into two unique nights including dinner sets curated by Nooky Jones.
$17 advance / $20 at the door
After 3 years of captivating audiences with their unique blend of soul, jazz, and undertones of hip-hop, Minneapolis-based Nooky Jones released their debut self-titled album in July of 2017. Now, fresh off a slate of successful summer tour dates and the release of a brand new limited edition 12" rerecord, the neo-soul sextet is proud to present their annual Soulful Soiree year-end party at Icehouse. 2018 marks the fifth installment of the perennially sold out event as it expands into two unique nights including dinner sets curated by Nooky Jones.
$8 AT THE DOOR/$10 AFTER MIDNIGHT
WE ARE BACK IN THE HOOD! GET READY FOR THE BEST WEEKLY SHINDIG IN MPLS. #NIGHTCHURCH
$2 OFF ALL TAPS, HOUSE WINES & RAIL DRINKS.
15% OFF FOR SERVICE INDUSTRY WITH PROOF
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"In the 12 years since he first moved to Minnesota from southern Illinois, this remarkably fluid guitarist has positioned himself at the center of the Twin Cities jazz world...Whether playing alongside the McKnight-winning Atlantis Quartet or fronting his own Zacc Harris Group, Harris makes his mark, incorporating lessons from the greats into his own forward-looking style." - City Pages
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Growing up in the grass field hills and valleys of Kom kingdom, West Africa, was an unforgettable experience for Wanaku. Perched at 4000+ ft above sea level, this region has a dense concentration of several unique Bantu tribes, each with specific cultural attributes. Artistic expression - music, dance, chants, costumes - were channels for self-expression and identity, by each tribe.
$8 advance / $10 at the door
Noise rap pioneers Moodie Black, called "brilliant and formidable" (Noisey), will release MB III on January 4th, 2019. MB III is the third installment in a series of breakout EPs that began with MB which caught the attention of Anthony Fantano (The Needle Drop) and led to their signing with label Fake Four Inc. Standout tracks "hipster death", "crow", and "totem" from the first two EPs are lauded by the group's fanbase as cult classics. The upcoming MB III EP is no exception, with Moodie Black referring to it as their "freshest work since Nausea."
$10 advance / $12 at the door
Galaxe (Portland, OR) is live hip hop production fused with jazz vibraphone technique. Saturday, January 5th is the Minneapolis premier at Icehouse! Hosted by the Legend >>> Carnage The Executioner. With Just Wulf feat. Flutessa.
$5 at the door
The repertoire of Charanga Tropical features classic danzones as well as a vibrant mix of modern salsa and original compositions. For its groundbreaking tour to Cuba Charanga Tropical assembled a repertoire of unique danzones by Cuban composers that notably quote American melodies by Gershwin, Hoagy Carmichael, and others. The works shows that artistic exchange between American and Cuban musicians has been happening long before any recent political detente.
$8 advance / $10 at the door
Part balladeer and part bluesman, Jack is a dedicated songwriter and finger-style guitarist based in Minneapolis, MN. His sound pulls from a wide range of American music. From Rhythm and Blues and early Rock N’ Roll, to country and folk music, Jack brings his own voice to all of his songs. In the words of Americana Roots UK "Jack doesn’t rely on other writers for his diversity, he can write in pretty much any musical style of his choosing.”
hosted by Chris Koza
$20 advance / $25 at the door
The Sparks & Wiry Cries songSLAM is a unique opportunity for emerging classical music composer/performer teams to premiere new art songs and compete for cash prizes. Teams will present a new song of no more than 5 minutes for voice and piano in any language for the voting audience, who in the poetry slam tradition will then vote on their favorites and award up up to $900 in prize money. Teams are encouraged to bring their friends, as all prizes will be awarded by audience vote!
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"In the 12 years since he first moved to Minnesota from southern Illinois, this remarkably fluid guitarist has positioned himself at the center of the Twin Cities jazz world...Whether playing alongside the McKnight-winning Atlantis Quartet or fronting his own Zacc Harris Group, Harris makes his mark, incorporating lessons from the greats into his own forward-looking style." - City Pages
$20 in advance / $20 at the door
Minneapolis’s funk pioneer, St. Paul Peterson and member of Minnesota’s legendary First Family of Music, The Peterson’s, celebrates his brand new single release, You Got 2 Love. St Paul Peterson features Jesse Larson (The Voice, #MPLS, Stokley), Jason Peterson DeLaire (Michael Bolton) and Brandon Commodore (#MPLS, Mint Condition, Stokley)
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Bryan Nichols is a Minneapolis-based pianist and composer, working primarily in jazz and improvised music. He returned to the Twin Cities in 2005 after four busy years in Chicago where he played with jazz heavyweights like Nicole Mitchell, Ernest Dawkins, Von Freeman and Hamid Drake. Since returning to Minneapolis, he leads and composes for his own trio, his quintet and his large group, We Are Many. He also plays regularly with Gang Font, Kelly Rossum Quartet, James Buckley Trio, and Zacc Harris Quartet, in addition to being an in-demand freelancer.
$8 advance / $10 at the door
Part balladeer and part bluesman, Jack is a dedicated songwriter and finger-style guitarist based in Minneapolis, MN. His sound pulls from a wide range of American music. From Rhythm and Blues and early Rock N’ Roll, to country and folk music, Jack brings his own voice to all of his songs. In the words of Americana Roots UK "Jack doesn’t rely on other writers for his diversity, he can write in pretty much any musical style of his choosing.”
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JT Bates is steeped in the diverse and rich music scene in Minneapolis, MN. Growing up playing in his father’s big band alongside his two brothers was the spark that kept him hungry for more music. Along with being very active and sought after in Minneapolis, music has also taken him to many parts of the globe. He has been seen with the following bands: Fat Kid Wednesdays, Andrew Bird, Alpha Consumer, French cellist Didier Petit, The Pines, Face Candy (featuring Eyedea), Bryan Nichols Quintet, along with countless gigs in the Twin Cities and around the country.
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JT Bates is steeped in the diverse and rich music scene in Minneapolis, MN. Growing up playing in his father’s big band alongside his two brothers was the spark that kept him hungry for more music. Along with being very active and sought after in Minneapolis, music has also taken him to many parts of the globe. He has been seen with the following bands: Fat Kid Wednesdays, Andrew Bird, Alpha Consumer, French cellist Didier Petit, The Pines, Face Candy (featuring Eyedea), Bryan Nichols Quintet, along with countless gigs in the Twin Cities and around the country.
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The Dollys features three of Minneapolis’ most sought after female vocalists: Joanna Jahn, Kari Shaw and Megan Shaw. Harmonizing to the music of The Trio: EmmyLou Harris, Dolly Parton and Linda Rondstadt and many other female country artists of the 70’s, 80’s and 90’s. The Dollys also perfom folk and americana hits of the past, which they love to put their own spin on.
$8 advance / $10 at the door
Award winning Atlantis Quartet celebrates its recent release on Shifting Paradigm Records, HELLO HUMAN, at the Icehouse.
"Twin Cities jazz renegades shift nimbly from a punk-jazz aesthetic to an ECM-ish sensitivity. Startlingly original stuff." - Bill Milkowski, JazzTimes Magazine
$8 advance / $10 at the door
Part balladeer and part bluesman, Jack is a dedicated songwriter and finger-style guitarist based in Minneapolis, MN. His sound pulls from a wide range of American music. From Rhythm and Blues and early Rock N’ Roll, to country and folk music, Jack brings his own voice to all of his songs. In the words of Americana Roots UK "Jack doesn’t rely on other writers for his diversity, he can write in pretty much any musical style of his choosing.”
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Chris Bates is a bassist of formidable talent. Having worked professionally for 25 years across all spectrums of the musical landscape he continues to be a driving force in the Minnesota music scene. Raised in a musical household Chris learned early on that variety and diversity were the key to being a working musician and he set his sights on the stars by the time he was a teenager. Bolstered by a classical foundation from MN Orchestra bassist James Clute, Chris gained traction as an improvisor at the University of Wisconsin Eau Claire where he played in the award winning Jazz Ensemble Iand was able to work with Red Rodney, Donald Harrison, Matt Harris, Ed Soph, Jiggs Whigham and Ira Sullivan in brief but intense concert experiences.
$8 advance / $10 at the door
Part balladeer and part bluesman, Jack is a dedicated songwriter and finger-style guitarist based in Minneapolis, MN. His sound pulls from a wide range of American music. From Rhythm and Blues and early Rock N’ Roll, to country and folk music, Jack brings his own voice to all of his songs. In the words of Americana Roots UK "Jack doesn’t rely on other writers for his diversity, he can write in pretty much any musical style of his choosing.”
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Not only has he penned songs for Tim McGraw (“Nashville Without You”), Josh Abbott Band (“Front Row Seat”), and more, but his independent solo debut EP Halloween earned acclaim from KCRW, Consequence of Sound, RELIX, Apple Music, and more. “Poison” racked up over 516K Spotify streams, while “Black Magic” soundtracked the Season Finale of the CBS series Scorpion.
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"In the 12 years since he first moved to Minnesota from southern Illinois, this remarkably fluid guitarist has positioned himself at the center of the Twin Cities jazz world...Whether playing alongside the McKnight-winning Atlantis Quartet or fronting his own Zacc Harris Group, Harris makes his mark, incorporating lessons from the greats into his own forward-looking style." - City Pages
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Bryan Nichols is a Minneapolis-based pianist and composer, working primarily in jazz and improvised music. He returned to the Twin Cities in 2005 after four busy years in Chicago where he played with jazz heavyweights like Nicole Mitchell, Ernest Dawkins, Von Freeman and Hamid Drake. Since returning to Minneapolis, he leads and composes for his own trio, his quintet and his large group, We Are Many. He also plays regularly with Gang Font, Kelly Rossum Quartet, James Buckley Trio, and Zacc Harris Quartet, in addition to being an in-demand freelancer.
$23 at the door
Join Accordo, a string ensemble composed of present and former principal string players of the Saint Paul Chamber Orchestra (SPCO) and Minnesota Orchestra. Accordo has been named “Best Chamber Ensemble” by the Minneapolis Star Tribune and “the dream team of chamber music” by Minnesota Monthly.
$5 at the door
The repertoire of Charanga Tropical features classic danzones as well as a vibrant mix of modern salsa and original compositions. For its groundbreaking tour to Cuba Charanga Tropical assembled a repertoire of unique danzones by Cuban composers that notably quote American melodies by Gershwin, Hoagy Carmichael, and others. The works shows that artistic exchange between American and Cuban musicians has been happening long before any recent political detente.
NO COVER
JT Bates is steeped in the diverse and rich music scene in Minneapolis, MN. Growing up playing in his father’s big band alongside his two brothers was the spark that kept him hungry for more music. Along with being very active and sought after in Minneapolis, music has also taken him to many parts of the globe. He has been seen with the following bands: Fat Kid Wednesdays, Andrew Bird, Alpha Consumer, French cellist Didier Petit, The Pines, Face Candy (featuring Eyedea), Bryan Nichols Quintet, along with countless gigs in the Twin Cities and around the country.
$20 suggested donation
On the evening before Thanksgiving 2018, Dimitri Whitman Sr. suffered a major stroke. He was transported to the hospital where they found a blood clot and he ended up having surgery. The blood clot is gone and he is slowly on the road to recovery but he desperately needs our help.
With Dimitri being a huge Prince fan, DJ Dudley D along with the Prince community has come together to raise money by holding a dance party and fundraiser on February 16th, 2019 at Icehouse in Minneapolis, MN. The money raised this evening will be used for the everyday living expenses that Dimitri will face while in rehab and is unable to work.
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The Dollys features three of Minneapolis’ most sought after female vocalists: Joanna Jahn, Kari Shaw and Megan Shaw. Harmonizing to the music of The Trio: EmmyLou Harris, Dolly Parton and Linda Rondstadt and many other female country artists of the 70’s, 80’s and 90’s. The Dollys also perfom folk and americana hits of the past, which they love to put their own spin on.
$8 advance / $10 at the door
“George's effulgent eclecticism and forward-looking new offering is a subtle explosion of vibrant colors that delight.” ~PopMatters
After 11 years of the Oregon mountain life twined with galavanting this blessed and crooked world via relentless touring and merriment with multiple bands, Ian George returns to his homeland of the Twin Cities with a new Minneapolis based project..
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JT Bates is steeped in the diverse and rich music scene in Minneapolis, MN. Growing up playing in his father’s big band alongside his two brothers was the spark that kept him hungry for more music. Along with being very active and sought after in Minneapolis, music has also taken him to many parts of the globe. He has been seen with the following bands: Fat Kid Wednesdays, Andrew Bird, Alpha Consumer, French cellist Didier Petit, The Pines, Face Candy (featuring Eyedea), Bryan Nichols Quintet, along with countless gigs in the Twin Cities and around the country.
$17 advance / $20 at the door
Hailed by The New Yorker as “six contemporary classical polymaths who playfully overstep the boundaries of musical genres” and fresh off their featured role in Paul Simon’s Farewell Tour, yMusic brings it’s unique repertoire to the Icehouse for the first time. Hear music by Sufjan Stevens, Andrew Norman, Son Lux, and many others in this intimate performance.
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The Dollys features three of Minneapolis’ most sought after female vocalists: Joanna Jahn, Kari Shaw and Megan Shaw. Harmonizing to the music of The Trio: EmmyLou Harris, Dolly Parton and Linda Rondstadt and many other female country artists of the 70’s, 80’s and 90’s. The Dollys also perfom folk and americana hits of the past, which they love to put their own spin on.
$5 at the door
The repertoire of Charanga Tropical features classic danzones as well as a vibrant mix of modern salsa and original compositions. For its groundbreaking tour to Cuba Charanga Tropical assembled a repertoire of unique danzones by Cuban composers that notably quote American melodies by Gershwin, Hoagy Carmichael, and others. The works shows that artistic exchange between American and Cuban musicians has been happening long before any recent political detente.
