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BLUE OX MUSIC FESTIVAL

A HALF-DECADE IN THE PINES: BLUE OX KEEPS ROLLING WORDS BY ERIC CHRISTENSON • PHOTOS BY MIKE O’BRIEN + LUONG HUYNH + SCOTIFY + KYLE LEHMAN + TY HELBACH

HAVING A MUSIC FESTIVAL IN THE NORTHWOODS OF WISCONSIN IN THE MIDDLE OF JUNE can be a shake of the dice when it comes to the weather. In an ideal situation you’ve got sunlight beaming through the pine trees, glistening off the water, maybe even a breeze gently rolling by with birds chirping.

Or you could have a weekend like the inaugural Blue Ox Music Festival in 2015.

That first year was wracked with heavy summer storms that gushed rain all over what would’ve been an idyllic opening weekend for the festival, with persistent winds and shakes of thunder. Year one had tents blown over, attendees in ponchos, everything soaked – including the majority of the grounds, which quickly turned into a substantial pit of mud.

But in a way, the muddiness added a certain vibe to the festival, and the setback was never enough to dim the spirits of bluegrass fans in the area who clamored to see the likes of Del McCoury, Pert Near Sandstone, Yonder Mountain String Band, Justin Townes Earle, and the wild lineup of talent visiting Eau Claire that weekend. The inaugural year had attendees from 49 out of the 50 states.

“It really christened the ground there, and I think it solidified people’s loyalty to (the festival),” said Nate Snipe of Pert Near Sandstone, the Minneapolis bluegrass group that co-curates Blue Ox. “The audience in the region was hungry for a festival like this.”

The weather hasn’t been perfect year to year, but that’s part of it. Pert Near’s J Lenz said, “I guarantee

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excellent weather every year, which means I owe about 20,000 people a beer.”

Now in 2019, Blue Ox is celebrating its five-year anniversary of bringing some of the best talent in roots music to Whispering Pines Campground – and for five years now, its grown steadily and planted its roots as one of the finest bluegrass festivals in America. In this time, the Blue Ox stage has seen Béla Fleck and the Flecktones make a rare live appearance, and the Del McCoury Band teaming up with New Orleans’ legends the Preservation Hall Jazz Band. Pert Near Sandstone has performed eight times – twice a year each year – and late-night campground jams have seen superstars riffing with superstars. The fest perennially widens the net to include some of alt-country’s best and

brightest such as Margo Price, Tyler Childers, DriveBy Truckers, and Son Volt to dabble among bluegrass purists. Several of the world’s most prolific grass acts like Sam Bush and McCoury himself, return year after year to do their thing on the Blue Ox stage.

Something must be going right.

“It’s a great festival – it really is,” McCoury told me.

“In case it gets hot there’s plenty of shade. And if it rains, there’s plenty of mud too. We certainly love getting to see our fans from Wisconsin.”

And for Eau Claire’s own Them Coulee Boys, Blue Ox has become home turf. Year two, the band played the campground stage, year three they moved up to the side stage, and last year, they made their main stage debut. They’ll return to the main stage this summer.

“They’ve given us more shots than they needed to, and now that we’re kinda coming into our own, it’s really fun,” said Them Coulee Boys’ Soren Staff. “It’s the most professional festival we go to every year.”

You can chalk that pro vibe up to the team behind the scenes – the Bischel family, Jim and his two sons Mark and Tony. The Bischels work year round on Blue Ox, taking care of the grounds, booking bands, working on infrastructural stuff like amenities and food, bathrooms, beer, and a myriad of different tasks. Mark, who lives in Madison, travels all over the region seeing bands, championing the festival and finding new talent.

But it really is a widespread team effort. Between the three Bischels, Blue Ox booking agent Mark Gehring, and the Pert Near Sandstone crew, they’re all working together in a multi-pronged approach to figure out little ways to make this thing evolve year to year.

But not too quickly. Jim said Blue Ox already has its own special panache as an intimate festival all in one place – what he calls “Eau Claire’s Best Kept Secret” – and they want to keep it that way … mostly.

“We don’t want to screw up what we’ve got going. We want to keep the spirit of what it is,” Jim said. “The only way this is going to be successful is to take care of people. We have the space to spread out and find your own area, but you’re never more than a three minute walk from the bowl.”

Tony echoed that sentiment: “It starts with the basics: Getting people what they need, keeping the attendees involved, and allowing them to give us feedback,” he said. “We take that very seriously.”

And they sure do. Every year after the fest, the organizers survey attendees and hear directly from fans what bands they’d like to see in future years, what works, what doesn’t … any and all feedback is warmly welcomed. After all, the fans are the main thing keeping this festival running year after year, and it’s the fans that are going to make Blue Ox blossom into everything it can be.

But where do you take it from here? Well, in the spirit of keeping it intimate, they don’t want to have too quick of a growth spurt, but they do intend to expand a bit. This off-season, organizers purchased roughly 80 more acres nearby the campground, which gives them options. Expanding the campgrounds, giving the festival more breathing room, and even adding a side stage for strictly local bands are all on the table, and we’ll likely see some of those developments in these next few summers. This year, the festival is also taking its first steps toward being zero-waste with a new green initiative. In 2019, that’ll start in the backstage area with the goal of eventually making the entire festival completely sustainable.

So there’s lots to look forward to with this festival, and the future of Blue Ox looks bright. The organizers seem to be doing everything within their power to make the fest unique, beloved, safe, and special. Year to year you can expect the same phenomenal musical performances, the same intimacy, the same family reunion vibe, the same loving campground feel – only bigger, better, and more.

And we’ll just keep our fingers crossed that the weather holds up.

Blue Ox Music Festival • June 13-15, 2019 • Whispering Pines Campground • Tickets and info: www.blueoxmusicfestival.com

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“ W E D O N ’ T WA N T T O S C R E W U P W H AT W E ’ V E G O T G O I N G . W E WA N T T O K E E P T H E S P I R I T O F W H AT I T I S . ” — JIM BISCHEL, BLUE OX MUSIC FESTIVAL

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Music Festivals

2019 FESTIVAL SEASON: HERE’S WHAT TO LOOK FOR Blue Ox MUSIC FESTIVAL

June 13-15 • Whispering Pines Campground, Eau Claire • Tickets: $80-$215 • We already went over this a few pages back, but this fifth anniversary year of Blue Ox looks to be one of the best they’ve ever thrown. Whispering Pines Campground – pine trees, sunsets, and all – is a perfectly idyllic setting for this eclectic collection of the genre’s finest performers. Blue Ox mainstays like Pert Near Sandstone (the festival’s co-organizers), Sam Bush, and the Del McCoury Band will be back to kick off the Chippewa Valley’s festival season, and they’ve added some cool newcomers to the mix, with a notable first-time appearance by Trampled By Turtles.

Northwoods Blues Festival

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June 21-22 • Riverfront Park, Chippewa Falls • Tickets: $35-$210 • After a significant move to Chippewa Falls’ beautiful new amphitheater in Riverfront Park, the Northwoods Blues Festival – which originated in Spooner a few years ago – is ready to blow the doors off during its two-day celebration of all things blues. Get ready for ecstatic summer vibes with beloved blues tunes from a lineup chock full of rockers from all over the region like Corky Siegel, Bernard Allison, and local legend Howard “Guitar” Luedtke.

Country Fest

June 26-29 • Festival Grounds, Cadott • Tickets: $95$595 • Year after year after year (in fact it’s more like 30+ years), Cadott staple Country Fest has brought tons of seriously huge names in country music to our fair Valley, and there’s no sign it will stop anytime soon.

This year’s all about sunshine and good times with a killer lineup of country stars like Little Big Town, Sugarland, and Luke Bryan. Get ready to raise a cup with tons of friends in the perfect setting for an awesome country festival like this.

Rock Fest

July 18-20 • Festival Grounds, Cadott • Tickets: $99-$575 • Many years ago, the rock gods blessed a patch of land in central Wisconsin, saw that it was good, and every year since, Rock Fest has brought undeniable rock ’n’ roll legends to the Chippewa Valley. This year is no exception as Rock Fest and its community of widespread rock fans welcome the likes of Rob Zombie, Evanescence, and Marilyn Manson to continue the legend. Add to that a few killer tribute bands, tattoo parlors aplenty, and even a chapel of love, and you’ll get it: Rock Fest is not to be missed.

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Country Jam

July 18-20 • Foster Farms, Eau Claire • Tickets: $99$4,000 • For the annual celebration of all things country – from the cowboy boots to the beer – Jam is a country lover’s dream, and it’s just a couple of miles outside Eau Claire. 2019 continues Country Jam’s legacy of garnering huge names in country music to celebrate summer in our own backyard. This year they’ve got Toby Keith, Jake Owen, and Maren Morris at the top of the bill, and that’s only the tip of the iceberg. And you might’ve heard the name Chris Kroeze in the last few months at some point? Yeah, The Voice runner-up and Barron native will be performing at Jam as well. For the pure Wisconsinite inside you, there’s nothing quite like Country Jam.

OneFest

July 26-28 • Northern Wisconsin State Fairgrounds, Chippewa Falls • Tickets: $48-$100 (Children under 10 FREE) • Last year saw the addition of Onefest to the Valley’s landscape of big music festivals. The family-friendly Christian music festival brings some big names in contemporary Christian music to perform alongside local acts.

This year the festival– which is truly a community effort – got Newsboys to stop by the Valley, rounded out with the likes of Carrolton, Tru Serva, The Young Escape, Building 429, and more performing in Chippewa Falls.

Blues On The Chippewa

August 2-4 • Downtown Durand • Tickets: FREE • Every summer before the dog days rear their head, Durand preps an awesome three-day blues festival with two stages and tons of great regional and local blues acts.

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SummerFest

June 26-30, July 2-7 • Henry Maier Festival Park, Milwaukee • summerfest.com • Billed as the “World’s Largest Music Festival,” the iconic Summerfest boasts an incredible lineup of top-notch headliners featuring Bon Iver, Willie Nelson, Billie Eilish, SchoolboyQ, Snoop Dogg, Zac Brown Band, The Avett Brothers, Julien Baker and many, many more.

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June 29 • Walker Arts Center, Minneapolis • walkerart.org • Held at the beautiful and newly renovated Walker Arts Center, this one-day festival has a killer lineup with performances by The National, Courtney Barnett, X, deM atlaS, and The Beths.

July 19-21• Union Park, Chicago • pitchforkmusicfestival.com • A music festival in Chicago hosted by the Pitchfork music publication. Includes performances by HAIM, Mavis Staples, Earl Sweatshirt, Pusha-T, The Isley Brothers, Belle & Sebastian, Robyn, Charli XCX, Jeremih, and more.

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August 8-10 • Memorial Park, Arcadia • Tickets: $15 • Every year, Ashley Furniture throws a huge three-day party and gives tons of money to non-profits to celebrate their success in their hometown of Arcadia. Ashley For The Arts always sports one of the most interesting lineup of musical headliners in the Valley, and 2019 continues that trend with acts including Lady Antebellum, 3 Doors Down, Brother Osborne, .38 Special, Billy Ray Cyrus – and yeah, our man Chris Kroeze. Go see some awesome music, maybe run the 5K, check out the car show, ride in a hot-air balloon, and bring the whole family.

Music Festivals

Mile of Music

Aug. 1-4 • Appleton • mileofmusic.com • The 7th coming of Appleton’s downtown music festival includes 900 live musical sets, 70 venues, all in 1 mile of great music. There’s a whole mile of safe, walkable, no-cover charge events to explore. All original music from various genres like indie rock, country, soul, R&B, jazz, folk, and more. Plus check out craft shops, restaurants, and cafes.

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Lollapalooza

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North Coast

Aug. 1-4 • Grant Park, Chicago • lollapalooza.com • One of the country’s biggest music festivals, Lollapalooza has been serving up great talent since ’91. Performances by The Strokes, Ariana Grande, Childish Gambino, Tame Impala, Kasey Musgraves, Lil Wayne, and Janelle Monae.

All summer • Surly Brewing, Minneapolis • surlybrewing.com • Twin Cities brewing giant Surly has teamed up with First Ave. for a handful of truly cool shows in the festival field at their brewing headquarters. Big performances include acts like Tame Impala, Lord Huron, Ben Folds, Violent Femmes, Gary Clark Jr., and Shakey Graves. But this year, every Tuesday is Summer of Sounds featuring breakout Twin Cities artists like Har Mar Superstar, Dessa, Lazerbeak, deM atlaS, Jeremy Messersmith, and Toki Wright.

July 12-13 • The Basilica of Saint Mary, Minneapolis • basilicablockparty.org • The gorgeous Twin Cities staple the Basilica of Saint Mary is the backdrop for a two-day festival that brings a fresh mix of indie artists to Minneapolis. This year, across three stages, the Basilica Block Party welcomes the likes of Kacey Musgraves, Dawes, CHVRCHES, Lissie, Hanson, and Jason Mraz.

Aug. 30-31 • Huntington Back Pavilion, Chicago • northcoastfestival.com • As summer months start to wind down, Chicago’s North Coast festival aims to ramp it up again. The EDM festival celebrates its 10 year anniversary this year with acts like Bassnectar, Major Lazer, Jai Wolf, Yung Bae, and Snakehips.

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6 CAN’T-MISS ONE-OFF SHOWS HER CROOKED HEART

June 1 • 7pm • Pin Hollow Audio, County Z and Rock Falls Road, Eau Claire • Tickets: $15 (brownpapertickets.com) • All Ages • Currently touring in support of their forthcoming album, To Love To Leave To Live, Her Crooked Heart is the brainchild of Rachel Ries, who’s gotten some great press by PopMatters, Substream Magazine, and Minnesota Public Radio. For the tour, Her Crooked Heart takes the shape of a quartet with Ries alongside Siri Undlin (Humbird), Hilary James (Bathtub Cig, Fiji-13, We Are The Willows), and Eau Claire native Adelyn Strei (Adro, Bathtub Cig). The set will feature instruments that range from vintage synths and classical guitars to cello and woodwind, in addition to stunning four-part harmonies.

FRANCIS AND THE LIGHTS

June 15 • 7pm • Pablo Center at the Confluence, 120 Graham Ave., Eau Claire • Tickets: $10 • pablocenter. org • It’s pretty well-known at this point that the Eaux Claires Music & Arts Festival won’t be happening in 2019, but shortly after that announcement came to light, one of the fest’s perennial players Francis And The Lights announced he’d be performing a $10 show in Eau Claire either way. That’ll take place June 15 in the RCU Theatre at the Pablo, which one could probably assume would also feature some interesting collabs and guest artists.

EMILY BLUE

June 21 • 8:30pm • The Plus, 208 S. Barstow St., Eau Claire • Tickets: $10 adv / $15 door • (blugoldradio. bigcartel.com) • Emily Blue’s pop catalog is a phone call to another universe. Vibrant, neurotic, genrebending- a fiery pop-songstress from another realm.

The Chicago-based artist and crew will bring their high-energy show to Eau Claire hot off the release of the extended version of the buzzy 2018 EP, *69.

NIGHT MOVES

June 29 • 8pm • The Metro, Eau Claire • Tickets: $15 adv / $20 door (blugoldradio.bigcartel.com) • Minneapolis band Night Moves – who NPR Music described as making “hook-laden psychedelic rock, lush instrumentation and richly textured production” – is releasing a brand new album June 28 called Can You Really Find Me, and celebrating with an Eau Claire show the very next day. It’s a touch of country, a touch of psychedelic, a touch of indie rock, and when it all comes together, it’s epic as all as get out.

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JOAN JETT & THE BLACKHEARTS

July 13 • 8pm • Northern Wisconsin State Fair, 225 Edwards St., Chippewa Falls • $20-125 • nwsf.com • You all know Joan Jett right? She’s an originator, an innovator, and a visionary. As the leader of the hardrocking Blackhearts, with whom she has become a Rock and Roll Hall of Fame inductee, she’s had eight platinum and gold albums and nine Top 40 singles, including the classics “Bad Reputation,” “I Love Rock ‘N’ Roll,” “I Hate Myself For Loving You,” and “Crimson and Clover.” Since co-founding the Runaways, the pioneering all-girl punk quintet, at age 15, Jett’s had an incredible career and continues to push forward.

Don’t miss the chance to see her perform at the Northern Wisconsin State Fair this summer.

CHIPPEWA FALLS BiRTHDAY BASH

August 9 • 5pm • Riverfront Park, Chippewa Falls • FREE • All Ages • As the city of Chippewa Falls hits its sesquicentennial this summer, the whole town is planning a big celebration, which includes a great music show on the brand new amphitheater at Riverfront Park. Festivities run all day, but at 5pm Eau Claire darlings Them Coulee Boys will perform before Phil Cook takes the stage at 8pm. With fireworks at 10:15, and some killer musical acts, what better way is there to celebrate turning 150?

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Saturday Morning Hullabaloo

SELECT SATURDAYS AT 10AM • PHOENIX PARK • EAU CLAIRE For three Saturday mornings this summer – during the Eau Claire Downtown Farmers Market and the Artist Market of Eau Claire – Chippewa Valley Family + Prevea will host free live music on the Phoenix Park labyrinth.

These open-air concerts will begin with an hour of interactive music and games before an engaging children’s performer or band takes over for the second hour.

JUNE 8: THE BAZILLIONS JULY 13: WILL HALE & THE TADPOLE PARADE AUGUST 10: THE JOLLY POPS

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Music Over Menomin

THURSDAYS AT 7PM • MENOMONIE PUBLIC LIBRARY • MENOMONIE The Menomonie Public Library hosts this awesome annual concert series which brings together tons of music fans and artists to Menomonie for a celebration of the rich Chippewa Valley music scene.

JUNE 13: POPPA BEAR NORTON JUNE 20: RHYTHM POSSE JUNE 27: NORTH OF DIXIE JULY 11: PIT WAGON JULY 18: WEAPONS OF BRASS DESTRUCTION JULY 25: JIM HERRICK AND FRIENDS AUGUST 1: THE CUTAWAYS AUGUST 8: YATA, SINZ AND ORFIELD

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Music Over Menomin Jr.

TUESDAYS AT 6PM • MENOMONIE PUBLIC LIBRARY • MENOMONIE With the success of Music Over Menomin in recent years comes a new development, a kid-focused series of concerts with kids performers of all kinds. Bring the whole fam!

JUNE 11: THE BAZILLIONS JUNE 18: JIM NELSON JUNE 25: TOM PEASE JULY 2: BETH JEAN

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Rock'N On The River Summer Concert Series

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SUMMER MEANS MUSIC IN THE PARK Sounds Like Summer Concert Series

Tuesday Night Blues

THURSDAYS AT 6PM • PHOENIX PARK • EAU CLAIRE Volume One’s annual downtown Eau Claire concerts draw a couple thousand music-loving locals to Phoenix Park for the best in original local music, community, and pretty dang good sunsets too.

JUNE 6: WEAPONS OF BRASS DESTRUCTION + BOATS & BRIDGES + GIRL BAND JUNE 13: CAIT MCGARVEY + PAST & THE PRESENT + JUSTIN JAY ARNOLD JUNE 20: THE HOLY RIFLES + STARE ACROSS + JIM PULLMAN JUNE 27: NICK ANDERSON & THE SKINNY LOVERS + NAALIA + PARKER REED JULY 4: THE BROKEN EIGHTS + ORENDA FUGUE + WE’RE WOLVES + MICAH RYAN JULY 11: SEASAW + HUMBIRD + SAVANNAH SMITH JULY 18: PIT WAGON + HEMMA + D. JANAKEY JULY 25: LASKA + FMDOWN + GHOST IN THE GOOD THINGS AUGUST 1: BUGBEAR + JERRIKA MIGHELLE + NICI PEPER AUGUST 8: JESSE STRATTON BAND + THE NUNNERY + SOREN STAFF AUGUST 15: GREG GILBERTSON + ELVESSA + WOLVES AT THE DOOR AUGUST 22: THE RATTLENECKS + EGGPLANT HEROES + TRAVIS LEE AUGUST 29: IRIE SOL + ORCHID EATON + TEAWHYB

TUESDAYS AT 6:30PM • OWEN PARK • EAU CLAIRE During Eau Claire summers, every Tuesday is blues day. Tons of locals gather in shady Owen Park along the Chippewa River to take in all the blues goodness that emanates from the bandshell.

MAY 28: STEFAN GEISINGER BAND JUNE 4: ARMADILLO JUMP JUNE 11: PAUL TWEED BAND JUNE 18: MOJO LEMON BLUES BAND JUNE 25: BRIDGET KELLY JULY 2: NICK FOYTIK & FRIENDS FEATURING FAITH ULWELLING JULY 9: BRIAN NAUGHTON JULY 16: HOWARD ‘GUITAR’ LUEDTKE & BLUE MAX JULY 23: CODE BLUE JULY 30: DEE MILLER BAND AUGUST 6: MARK CAMERON AUGUST 13: SUE ORFIELD BAND AUGUST 20: JOYANN PARKER AUGUST 27: TOMMY BENTZ BAND

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WEDNESDAYS AT 6:30PM • RIVER PRAIRIE PARK • ALTOONA This new concert series comes to the River Prairie Park ampitheater in Altoona that focuses on rock music, whether originals or some near-and-dear classic favorites from yesteryear.

JUNE 12: THE THUNDERMEN JUNE 19: SAGE JUNE 26: DRIVIN MISS DIXIE JULY 10: HGT BAND JULY 17: RADA RADA JULY 24: 40 FINGERS JULY 31: TRANSISTOR RADIO AUGUST 7: POOR MAN’S RIDGE AUGUST 14: BIG BANG AUGUST 21: JIM HERRICK & FRIENDS AUGUST 28: THE THUNDERMEN —

kickin' it country Summer Concert Series

MONDAYS AT 6:30PM • RIVER PRAIRIE PARK • ALTOONA This brand new River Prairie concert series puts country in the spotlight right on the Eau Claire river.

JULY 1: BONAFIDE JULY 8: BEAR CREEK BAND JULY 15: ELECTRIC BARN BOYS JULY 22: NORTH OF DIXIE JULY 29: BUFFALO RIDGE AUGUST 5: RAGER RUDY & THE SWINGIN’ WINGTIPS AUGUST 12: ELLIE MAY KAY AUGUST 19: THE RATTLENECKS AUGUST 26: SOUTHERN SERENADE

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Sunday Summer Concert Series at Riverfront Park

SUNDAYS AT 6PM • RIVERFRONT PARK • CHIPPEWA FALLS Check out the inaugural season of this new concert series hosted on the amphitheater at Chippewa Falls’ newly opened Riverfront Park.

JUNE 16: DAWN MARIE JUNE 23: OLD SOUL SOCIETY JUNE 30: DEAD RINGERS JULY 14: JEFF WHITE JULY 21: CRAGARS JULY 28: JOYANN PARKER AUGUST 4: SEAN JORDAN —

SUNSET SOUNDS SUMMER CONCERT SERIES

MONDAYS AT 8PM • UW-EAU CLAIRE CAMPUS MALL • EAU CLAIRE Run completely by students, Sunset Sounds is aiming to incorporate the arts on campus over the summer by highlighting student and faculty groups as they perform on the UWEC campus mall during the sunset.

JUNE 10: JAKE ARNOLD BIG BAND JUNE 24: SEAN PORTEN + SAM STEIN JULY 8: JIM PHILLIPS PROJECT + T.B.A. JULY 22: FIFTH ELEMENT + T.B.A. AUGUST 5: UNCOMMON DENOMINATOR AUGUST 19: ASPARAGUS + TEAWHYB

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Durand Music In The Park

Eau Claire Municipal Band

JUNE 26: DBOYS JULY 24: ROBBY VEE & HIS ROCK-N-ROLL CARAVAN AUGUST 28: THE WHITESIDEWALLS ROCK & ROLL REVUE

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FOURTH WEDNESDAYS AT 6PM • MEMORIAL PARK • DURAND Don’t miss your three chances to see some awesome live music in the bandshell at Memorial Park in Durand.

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Colfax Music In The Park

THURSDAYS AT 7PM • TOWER PARK • COLFAX For an eclectic mix of folk music stylings, look no further than the beautiful Colfax Music in the Park which this year features bluegrass, folk, country, barbershop, rock n roll, and more.

JUNE 27: HICKORY JULY 11: BLUE GRASS ROUND-UP WITH THE OTTERSONS JULY 18: WHITE PINE RAMBLERS JULY 25: BRONSON BERGESON & POPPA BEAR NORTON AUGUST 1: RICH SCHROEDER & JIM PEJSA AUGUST 8: RED CEDAR SOUNDS & NORTHERN LIGHTS BARBERSHOPPERS AUGUST 15: JIM HERRICK & FRIENDS

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TUESDAY NIGHT BLUES

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DOVE HEALTHCARE OUTDOOR SUMMER CONCERT SERIES

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WEDNESDAYS AT 6PM • DOVE HEALTHCARE - SOUTH • EAU CLAIRE This summer marks the 10th annual concert series held in the cool courtyard of Dove Healthcare South, which is free and open to the public.

FALL CREEK MUSIC IN THE PARK SELECT DATES AT 2PM • KELLER PARK • FALL CREEK Enjoy all kinds of live music in the afternoon at Keller Park.

JUNE 16: LINEUP T.B.A. JULY 21: LINEUP T.B.A. AUGUST 11: LINEUP T.B.A. AUGUST 25: LINEUP T.B.A. SEPTEMBER 8: LINEUP T.B.A.

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WEDNESDAY

WEDNESDAYS AT 7:30PM • OWEN PARK • EAU CLAIRE Witness the Eau Claire Municipal Band and it’s Sousa marches, gorgeous melodies, and contemporary compositions every Wednesday in June and July.

JULY JULY JULY JULY

10: NUTO JAZZ BAND 17: MAPLE RIDGE BLUEGRASS BAND 24: LINEUP T.B.A. 31: LINEUP T.B.A.

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FRIDAY

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DURAND MUSIC IN THE PARK

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SUNDAY SUMMER CONCERT SERIES AT RIVERFRONT PARK CHIPPEWA FALLS

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SUNSET SOUNDS SUMMER CONCERT SERIES

TUESDAY NIGHT BLUES

EAU CLAIRE

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DURAND

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ROCK’N ON THE RIVER SUMMER CONCERT SERIES

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ALTOONA

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EAU CLAIRE

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SATURDAY MORNING HULLABALOO EAU CLAIRE

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EAU CLAIRE MUNICIPAL BAND EAU CLAIRE

THERE’S OUTDOOR MUSIC HAPPENING PRACTICALLY EVERY NIGHT OF THE WEEK DURING SUMMERS IN THE CHIPPEWA VALLEY. HERE’S WHAT THAT LOOKS LIKE. YOU COULD GO TO ALL OF ‘EM IF YOU WANT! JUST BRING A LAWN CHAIR AND ENJOY.

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KEEP THE TUNES GOING Music Festivals

family friendly event will have music, kids activities, ministry showcases, vendors, and food.

5TH ANNUAL BLUE OX MUSIC FESTIVAL

BLUES ON THE CHIPPEWA Aug. 2-4 • Memorial

Jun. 13-15, 9am • Whispering Pines Campground, 5024 Crescent Avenue, Eau Claire • $105 to $205 • All Ages and Family Friendly • (715) 602-4440 • info@blueoxmusicfestival.com • blueoxmusicfestival.com Located under the tall pines and hardwoods in Wisconsin, the Blue Ox Music Festival welcomes thousands of bluegrass, roots, and Americana music fans to the heart of Paul Bunyan country.

NORTHWOODS BLUES FESTIVAL Jun. 21-22 •

Northern Wisconsin State Fairgrounds, 225 Edward St., Chippewa Falls • Ticket information online • northwoodsbluesfest.com This year’s festival features performances by Howard Guitar Luedtke and Blues Max, Scottie Miller Band, Joyann Parker, Joanna Connor, Bernard Allison, Bridget Kelly Band, Lindsay Beaver Band, and more. Arena and bleacher seating available. Camping options can be purchased.

COUNTRY FEST Jun. 26-29 • Country Fest Grounds,

24447 County Highway S, Cadott • Ticket package information available online • countryfest.com Four day long country musical experience in Cadott. Multiple stages and performance venues around the grounds. Pre-show on Wednesday for 4-day ticket holders. Featured performances by Sugarland, Luke Bryan, Little Big Town, Brett Young, Cole Swindell, Justin More, and many more.

ROCK FEST Jul. 17-20 • Rock Fest Grounds, 24447

County Hwy S, Cadott • See website for ticket packages and prices • rock-fest.com A massive rock n’ roll festival featuring national and international performers.

There will be tons of performances and exhibitions at various other stages and venues of the park. Featured headliners include Rob Zombie, Five Finger Death Punch, Evanesence with many other performances throughout the weekend.

COUNTRY JAM Jul. 18-20 • Country Jam Grounds,

3443 Crescent Ave., Eau Claire • Ticket information available online • (715) 839-7500 • countryjamwi.com Country Jam USA is the outdoor music festival that you won’t want to miss this summer. It’s a weekend full of friends, fun, and the best live country music. Big stars, big hits, big fun. Featured performances by Toby Keith, Jake Owen, and Keith Urban.

ONEFEST CHRISTIAN MUSIC FESTIVAL Jul.

26-28 • Northern Wisconsin State Fairgrounds, 225 Edward St., Chippewa Falls • Ticketed from $25-$150 • All Ages • (715) 379-3742 • info@one-fest.com • one-fest.com Featuring national artists Newsboys, Francesca, Building 429, TYE, Tori Harper, Tom Golly, Tru-Serva, Carrolton, Boiling Point, and more. This

TUESDAY NIGHT BLUES CONCERTS Every Tuesday from May. 28 to Aug. 27, 6:30pm • Owen Park, 1st Ave. and Water St., Eau Claire • FREE • All Ages • chippewavalleyblues.com The Chippewa Valley Blues Society hosts Tuesday evening concerts in Owen Park during the summer months. Features local favorites and a few from further flung locations. There’ll be food vendors, great music, and an after party downtown at The Plus until 11pm.

Park, 2nd Avenue East, Downtown Durand • Find ticket information online • info@bluesonthechippewa. com • bluesonthechippewa.com Numerous musicians and music lovers from all over the country gather in Durand for the blues. Also featuring a craft show and quilt raffle.

LIVE JAZZ ON THE PLUS PATIO Every Wednes-

15TH ANNUAL IRISH FEST Aug. 9-11 • La Crosse

day from Jun. 5 to Aug. 28, 7-9pm • The Plus, 208 S. Barstow St, Eau Claire • FREE • All Ages • (715) 8328844 • theplusevents@gmail.com • Find it on Facebook The Plus proudly hosts live jazz every Wednesday, all summer long. Relax and enjoy their outdoor patioconnected to both The Plus and The Rev in downtown Eau Claire, with some of the most talented musicians in the Chippewa Valley. Free and all ages.

Irish Fest Grounds, 615 2nd St N, La Crosse • $12 one day pass, $22 three day pass • irishfestlacrosse.org Featuring performances by Skerryvore, We Banjo 3, Screaming Orphans, Gaelic Storm, Seo Linn, Cannia, Athas, Seamus Kennedy, and Ian Gould. Events include a harp stage, cultural tent, “Wee Folks Arena”, highland games, genealogy tent, and so much more.

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SOUNDS LIKE SUMMER CONCERT SERIES

Every Thursday from Jun. 6 to Aug. 29, 6:30-8:30pm • Phoenix Park, 330 Riverfront Terrace, Eau Claire • FREE • volumeone.org/sites/concerts The Sounds Like Summer Concert Series is Volume One’s Thursday night gig in downtown Eau Claire’s Phoenix Park.

Local bands play to crowds each night on the banks of the Chippewa River in June, July, and August. Enjoy a pre-show set from area singer/songwriters at 6pm.

Multiple food vendors will have food for sale. Pets are allowed at the concert.

TOGETHER FARMS BURGER NIGHTS Every

Friday, 4-9pm; Every Saturday, 11:30am-10pm • Together Farms, W93 Norden Rd, Mondovi • $8-15 • All Ages • togetherfarms.com Explore the grounds of Together Farms while eating gourmet burgers made from 100% grassfed beef. Serving beverages like beer & wine and other goodies. Gluten-Free and vegetarian options available. Relax by the bonfire, explore the hiking trails, and check out the Farm Store. Live music schedule available online.

SATURDAY MORNING HULLABALOO: KIDS CONCERT SERIES Jun. 8, 9-11am; Jul. 13, 9-11am;

AUTUMN HARVEST WINERY OUTDOOR CONCERTS Every Saturday until Jun. 29, 2-5pm • Autumn

Aug. 10, 9-11am • Phoenix Park, 330 Riverfront Terrace, Eau Claire • FREE • chippewavalleyfamily.org/ hullabaloo/saturday Hosted by children’s entertainer Beth Jean, these open air, interactive concerts will begin with an hour of music and games before a very special featured children’s performers take over the park.

Families are welcome to come and go as they enjoy the music, Farmers Market, and the Artist Market.

Harvest Winery, 19947 Cty Hwy J, Chippewa Falls • FREE to attend • All Ages • autumnharvestwinery.com Autumn Harvest Winery hosts a wide array of local favorite and touring musicians at these summer concerts.

Wine, cheese, and snacks available for purchase. Feel free to bring a chair to this outdoor event. No beverage carry-in allowed.

SUNSET SOUNDS Jun. 10, 8pm; Jun. 24, 8pm; Jul.

LIVE MUSIC AT JEREMIAH’S BULLFROG FISH FARM Every Sunday until Aug. 25, 1:30-4:30pm • Jer-

emiah’s Bullfrog Fish Farm, N1409 566th St, Menomonie • FREE • All Ages • facebook.com/JeremiahsEatMyFish Check out a wide array of musical acts while fishing, and relaxing on the shores of the fish farm’s waters.

8, 8pm; Jul. 22, 8pm; Aug. 5, 8pm; Aug. 19, 8pm • Campus Mall - UW Eau Claire, Lower Campus, Eau Claire • FREE • uwec.edu Sunset Sounds is a new students, faculty and staff concert series hosted on the campus mall of UWEC.

SCHULTZ’S COUNTRY BARN SUMMER MUSIC SERIES Every Tuesday from Jun. 4 to Aug. 13, 6-8pm •

ROCK’N ON THE RIVER SUMMER CONCERT SERIES Every Wednesday from Jun. 12 to Aug. 28,

6:30pm • River Prairie Park, 1419 Front Porch Place, Altoona • FREE • All Ages • facebook.com/rocknontheriversummerconcertserie Every Wednesday night at the River Prairie park in Altoona you can enjoy live

Schultz’s Country Barn, 50996 N. Main St., Eleva • FREE • schultzscountrybarn.com Summer music concerts in the scenic Schultz’s Country Barn Tuesdays in summer.

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music. Shows start at 6:30pm and food trucks will be onsite. Hosted bands include the Thundermen, Sage, Driving Miss Dixie, Homegrown Tomatoes, JFT Party Band, and more. The Four Seasons stage hosts a preshow from 5:30-6:30pm.

EAU CLAIRE MUNICIPAL BAND SUMMER CONCERT SEASON Every Wednesday from Jun. 12

to Jul. 31, 7:30pm • Owen Park Bandshell, 1st Avenue, Eau Claire • FREE • All Ages • kelley.simon@rcu.org • eauclairemunicipalband.org Listen to high quality, free entertainment by the oldest musical organization in Eau Claire. From traditional Sousa marches, patriotic melodies, pop, jazz, rock, and soundtracks, there is something for everyone’s listening pleasure.

MUSIC OVER MENOMIN Jun. 13, 7pm; Jun. 20,

7pm; Jun. 27, 7pm; Jul. 11, 7pm; Jul. 18, 7pm; Jul. 25, 7pm; Aug. 1, 7pm; Aug. 8, 7pm • Menomonie Public Library, 600 Wolske Bay Rd, Menomonie • FREE • All Ages • menomonielibrary.org Bring your lawn chairs, picnic baskets, and blankets and enjoy free live music over Lake Menomin.

FALL CREEK MUSIC IN THE PARK Jun. 16,

2-4pm; Jul. 21, 2-4pm; Aug. 11, 2-4pm; Aug. 25, 2-4pm; Sep. 8, 2-4pm • Keller Park, State Street, Fall Creek • Enjoy live music at Keller Park on select days in summer.

SUNDAY SUMMER CONCERT SERIES AT RIVERFRONT PARK Jun. 16, 6-8pm; Jun. 23,

6-8pm; Jun. 30, 6-8pm; Jul. 14, 6-8pm; Jul. 21, 6-8pm; Jul. 28, 6-8pm • Riverfront Park, Bridge St. and River St., Chippewa Falls • FREE • facebook.com/chippewafallsmainstreet The inaugural season of this new concert series will be hosted on Chippewa Falls’ new Riverfront Park. Featured bands and musicians include Dawn Marie, Sean Jordan, Joyann Parker, the Old Soul Society, and more.

DURAND MUSIC IN THE PARK Jun. 26, 6-9pm;

Jul. 24, 6-9pm; Aug. 28, 6-9pm • Memorial Park, 2nd Avenue East, Durand • FREE • All Ages • durandimprovementgroup.org/calendar-events.html Live music at Durand’s Memorial Park Bandshell. Check out their website for developments on which bands are booked hich dates.

COLFAX MUSIC IN THE PARK Jun. 27, 7-8pm; Jul. 11, 7-8pm; Jul. 18, 7-8pm; Jul. 25, 7-8pm; Aug. 1, 7-8pm; Aug. 8, 7-8pm; Aug. 15, 7-8pm • Tower Park, Main Street and Highway 40, Colfax • FREE • Rain location is the Colfax Fairgrounds building on Railroad Avenue.

Bring your lawn chair. Popcorn and root beer floats will be sold at the concerts. Annual pie sale by the Colfax Municipal Building Restoration Group on August 15.

NIGHT MOVES Jun. 29, 8pm • The Metro, 201 E. Lake

KICKIN’ IT COUNTRY SUMMER CONCERT SERIES Every Monday from Jul. 1 to Aug. 26, 6:30pm •

St., Eau Claire • $15 adv / $20 door • blugoldradio.bigcartel.com • Cosmic tinged twang space rock disco pop sludge from Minneapolis. This Midwestern band is set to release their new album, “Can You Really Find Me,” on June 28. See them live in Eau Claire June 29.

River Prairie Center, 1445 Front Porch Place, Altoona • FREE • Weekly in July and August at the Prevea Ampitheater you can get your hoedown on down.

Food trucks will be on site. Bands include Bonafide, Bear Creek Band, Eclectic Barn Boys, North of Dixie, Buffalo Ridge, Ranger Rudy, Ellie May Kay, The Rattlenecks, and Southern Serenade.

DRUM CORPS INTERNATIONAL Jul. 7, 4:30-

9:55pm • Don & Nona Williams Stadium, UW-Stout, 114 17th Ave E, Menomonie, WI 54751, Menomonie • $23-50, Prices increase after 7/2 • All Ages • (317) 275-1216 • support@dci.org • dci.org For nearly a half century, Drum Corps International, Marching Music’s Major League, has been the leader in producing events for the world’s most elite and exclusive marching ensembles for student musicians and performers.

One Night Only HER CROOKED HEART Jun. 1, 7-10pm • Pine Hol-

low Audio, County Z and Rock Falls Road, Eau Claire • $15 • All Ages • (206) 276-1915 • Evan@pinehollowaudio.com • brownpapertickets.com/event/4092859 Currently touring in support of their forthcoming album, “To Love To Leave To Live.” Hailed by PopMatters, Substream Magazine, and Minnesota Public Radio. The quartet’s set will feature instruments that range from vintage synths and classical guitars to cello and woodwind, in addition to stunning four-part harmonies.

ROOTS AND BOOTS 90’S ELECTRIC THROWDOWN TOUR AT THE NORTHERN WI STATE FAIR Jul. 10, 8-11pm • Northern Wisconsin State

Fairgrounds, 225 Edward St., Chippewa Falls • $30-125 • (715) 723-2861 • info@nwsfa.com • nwsfa.com The Roots and Boots 90’s Electric Throwdown Tour featuring Sammy Kershaw, Aaron Tippin and Collin Raye will be playing at the 2019 Northern Wisconsin State Fair.

ON TOUR: ELECTRIC 6 Jul. 11, 7:30-10:30pm •

JELLY ROLL Jun. 1, 7pm • Every Buddy’s Bar, 19 W.

Every Buddy’s Bar, 19 W. Central St., Chippewa Falls • $15 • Find it on Facebook Electric 6 is a rock band on tour from Detroit with over 14 studio albums under their belt. They’ll be joined by Kyle Shutt of The Sword

Central St., Chippewa Falls • $30adv, $35door • 21+ • Find it on Facebook Jelly Roll is a touring rapper from Nashville. He’ll be joined by Jake LaCoste.

KOTTONMOUTH KINGS LIVE Jun. 7, 6pm • The

HAIRBALL AT THE NORTHERN WISCONSIN STATE FAIR Jul. 11, 8-10pm • Northern Wisconsin

Metro, 201 E Lake St, Eau Claire • $25advance, $30 • volumeonetickets.org The Kottonmouth Kings are a hip-hop outfit from southern California that describe their sound as “psychedelic hip-hop punk rock.”

They’ve been active since 1996, reforming and going on tour in 2018 after a 2 year hiatus. Doors at 5pm.

State Fairgrounds, 225 Edward Street, Chippewa Falls • VIP $125, Infield $20, Grandstand FREE • 21+ • (715) 723-2861 • info@nwsfa.com • nwsfa. com/events/2019/hairball See Hairball, “A Bombastic Celebration of Arena Rock,” at the Northern Wisconsin State Fair. VIP seats are $125, Infield $20, and Grandstand is free. Infield and Grandstand Seats do not include fair admission.

CRAIG MORGAN Jun. 8, 4pm • River Prairie Park,

1419 Front Porch Place, Altoona • $17 for GA, FREE for 12 and under, $27 for 21+ Standing VIP, and $37 for 21+ Reserved Seating • volumeonetickets.org Craig Morgan is a country music star, army veteran, and creator of over 6 albums. No Pets. All persons and bags are subject to search. Chairs are allowed in General Admission ONLY. Gates open at 4pm. Free shuttle service provided by Right Way Shuttle, Inc.

BIG & RICH WITH COWBOY TROY AND DJ SINISTER Jul. 12, 8-10pm • Northern Wisconsin State

Fairgrounds, 225 Edward St., Chippewa Falls • VIP $125, Premium $50, Reserve $30, Grandstand $20 • 21+ • (715) 723-2861 • info@nwsfa.com • nwsfa.com See Big & Rich with Cowboy Troy & DJ Sinister at the Northern Wisconsin State Fair.

KIDS FROM WISCONSIN Jul. 13, 7pm • Pablo Cen-

MUSIC ON THE HILL Jun. 12, 6-9pm • Tanglewood

ter at the Confluence, 120 Graham Avenue, Eau Claire • $20 Adults, $15 students • pablocenter.org After 50 years of entertaining audiences across Wisconsin and beyond, the KIDS beat is stronger than ever. The curtain opens in June and closes in August with over 60 performances of “The Beat Goes On”. This 51st season will feature music and artists that have stood the test of time.

Greens, 2200 Crestwood Dr., Menomonie • $35 ahead, $40 at the door • 21+ • (715) 233-2540 • rschmidt@ cvclubs.org • cvclubs.org A night of great food, games and music by Tim Howe. BBQ Chicken and Brat Buffet by Captain PJs. Custard Bar by Culvers of Menomonie. All proceeds to benefit the Boys & Girls Club - Menomonie Center.

JOAN JETT & THE BLACKHEARTS AT THE NORTHERN WISCONSIN STATE FAIR Jul. 13,

FRANCIS AND THE LIGHTS: MICROPHONE AND A SPOTLIGHT Jun. 15, 7pm • Pablo Center at

the Confluence, 120 Graham Avenue, Eau Claire • $10 • pablocenter.org Francis and the Lights returns to the Eau Claire stage, this time at the Pablo Center’s RCU theater.

8-10pm • Northern Wisconsin State Fairgrounds, 225 Edward St., Chippewa Falls • $20-125 • (715) 723-2861 • info@nwsfa.com • nwsfa.com Joan Jett and the Blackhearts will be playing at the 2019 Northern Wisconsin State Fair.

SOFAR: EAU CLAIRE PREMIERE SHOW Jun. 18,

UKULELE MASTER JAKE SHIMABUKURO

7:30-9:30pm • Event is at a Secret Location, (Address Given Day of Event) • $15 • All Ages • (715) 239-5183 • eauclaire@sofarsounds.com • sofarsounds.com A Sofar gig is an intimate show held in a unique venue, like a living room or an antique shop. It typically features three artists, playing four songs, and each lineup is specially curated to give the audience a diverse show.

Jul. 31, 8pm • Pablo Center at the Confluence, 120 Graham Avenue, Eau Claire • Tickets start at $21.50 • pablocenter.org As soon as music fans got a listen to Shimabukuro’s virtuosic approach to the ukulele, they were hooked. In a viral video that dominated YouTube in 2005, the Hawaiian-born Shimabukuro has virtually reinvented the four-string instrument, causing many to call him “the Jimi Hendrix of the ukulele.”

BUCKCHERRY - WAR PAINT TOUR Jun. 20,

BLACK STONE CHERRY LIVE Aug. 8, 7pm • The

6pm • The Metro, 201 E Lake St, Eau Claire • $25adv, $30door • volumeonetickets.org 92.9 The X and Ardent Entertainment are proud to welcome Buckcherry to The Metro on their War Paint Tour.

Metro, 201 E Lake St, Eau Claire • $25 advance, $30 at the door • volumeonetickets.org For 17 years, Black Stone Cherry has put forth a new vicious breed of Southern rock, injecting youthful vitality and a myriad of fresh new influences into the beloved American rock tradition. To date, the band has released five critically acclaimed albums, and one well-received blues EP.

EMILY BLUE Jun. 21, 8:30pm • The Plus, 208 S.

Barstow St., Eau Claire • $10 adv, $15 door • blugoldradio.bigcartel.com • Emily Blue’s pop catalog is a phone call to another universe. Vibrant, neurotic, genre-bending- a fiery pop-songstress from another realm. See her live in the Chippewa Valley, with Two Castles opening.

CHIPPEWA FALLS BIRTHDAY BASH Aug. 9, 4-10:30pm

• Riverfront Park, Bridge St. and River St., Chippewa Falls • FREE Admission • All Ages • Down at the Riverfront, you can celebrate the 150th birthday of Chippewa Falls with food trucks, beer tents, live music. Them Coulee Boys will perform from 5-7pm, Phil Cook will perform from 8-10pm, and there will be fireworks at 10:15pm.

MY MEMORY REMAINS: ALBUM RELEASE & FINAL SHOW Jun. 22, 9pm • Every Buddy’s Bar, 19

W. Central St., Chippewa Falls • $10 advance, $12 at the door • 21+ • Find it on Facebook My Memory Remains will be Rocking their Final show and releasing their Final Album. With special guests Divide the Fall, and Truth Before Treason.

OXBEAUX III Aug. 9, 5pm; Aug. 10, 3pm • The

Oxbow Hotel, 516 Galloway St., Eau Claire • $10 Friday, $25 Saturday, $30 2-day pass • theoxbowhotel. com Downtown Eau Claire’s popular pre-Eaux Claires street concert returns, this time to stand on it’s own and adding another day of music to the mix. Featured performances by Jenny Lewis, Sanborn/Rosenau (of Sylvan Esso and Volcano Choir) and the Shouting Matches (featuring Justin Vernon, Phil Cook, and Brian + Jill Moen) with even more bands across both days.

POWERMAN 5000 Jun. 23, 6pm • Every Buddy’s Bar, 19 W. Central St., Chippewa Falls • $20adv, $25door • 21+ • Find it on Facebook Powerman5000 is, in its own words, Hi Fi, Sci-Fi, Electro, Metal Robot Rockers.

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CYBERNETIC TERROR TOUR Aug. 9, 8pm • Every Buddy’s Bar, 19 W. Central St., Chippewa Falls • $6 • Find it on Facebook A night of intense metal music Featuring performances by Helion Prime (power metal), Novareign (progressive power metal), Cwn Annwn (heavy metal), and Plague of Stars (femalefronted, genre-defying metal.)

PURE WATER DAYS MUSIC CELEBRATION

Aug. 10, 6pm • Northern Wisconsin State Fairgrounds, 225 Edward St., Chippewa Falls • $20 • All Ages • nwsfa.com As part of Pure Water Days, the Northern Wisconsin State Fairgrounds will host this musical concert featuring Arch Allies (8pm-10pm) and a Special Guest Headliner (10:30pm-midnight), to be announced July 20th. Beverages available.

CODE BLUE • Primarily a Blues band emphasiz-

ing original and traditional music of the genre, Code Blue also mixes in some classic and original R&B and swing.

THE CRAGARS • From oldies to newbies, they play a healthy mix of Rock N Roll music mixed with some country, hip hop, and original music.

THE CUTAWAYS • A group of fifty- and sixty-

something gentlemen who like to treat our audiences to a good time. We play a wide variety of music spanning a longer time period than even the drummer has been living.

DAWN MARIE • Captivating audiences with her

40 FINGERS • Brings back the fun of live music by delivering classic oldies through last year’s music you know and love. Great for dancing.

D. JANAKEY • facebook.com/djanakey Transfixing

passion, excitement and energy they pour into the blues comes across as something that’s fresh and crispy.

BAZILLIONS • thebazillions.com With years of

indie-pop gigs under their belts, The Bazillions bring their music to the kindie rock stage with a well-honed live sound.

BETH JEAN • bethjean.com Her knack for writing

catchy, clever songs is enriched with her memorable style and talent of creating lively sets for various media that makes for a unique niche in today’s children’s market.

strong vocals and energizing stage presence.

sounds call to mind past lives weaved into stark yet powerful story-songs imbued with rich poetics. The DIY spirit unbroken in a world-weary voice anchored by songs of heartache and hard times.

DEE MILLER • Dee’s “barrelhouse” style of singing has earned her the label “Duchess of the Blues” in the Twin Cities and regionally.

DEAD RINGERS • Playing rock covers. Sarah Spindler on Lead Vocals, Brad Anderson on Lead Guitar and, Aaron Graveen on Drums, and Mat Kain on Bass Guitar.

DRIVIN’ MISS DIXIE • Their repertoire includes

BEAR CREEK BAND • Their mix of popular cover

classics by Linda Ronstadt, The Beach Boys, Bonnie Raitt, Jackson Browne, The Beatles, Mamas & The Papas and many more.

BOATS & BRIDGES • boatsandbridgesband.com A

Randy Sinz, Johnny Lynch and Gregg Wheeler bring you your favorite old country tunes, in a classic, acoustic setting.

tunes will put everyone attending in a party mood and ready to dance the night away. Playing everything from From Patsy Cline to Lady GaGa, heartland rock band providing good vibes and times to all music enthusiasts and show goers.

ECLECTIC BARN BOYS • Country music veterans

EGGPLANT HEROES • eggplantheroes.com Music

BONAFIDE • Plays covers of country classics, blue-

that spans folk, gospel and literary traditions. From old favorites to original works, you are sure to find yourself pleased to listen.

BRIAN NAUGHTON • A recording artist, singer,

ELLIEMAYKAY • elliemaykay.com True country style

grass, blues, and classic rock.

songwriter and guitarist with a signature sound driven by an energetic mix of Blues, Rock, Funk and Soul, originating far from the Twin Cities

THE BRIDGET KELLY BAND • bridgetkellyband.

com Inspired by classic & electric blues. High-energy live performances and a hybrid sound that mixes Texas and Memphis Blues with various Southern Blues traditions. Sultry vocals and incendiary guitar work.

BUGBEAR • Find it on Facebook Features violinist

with a mix of 70s classic rock instruments.

ELVESSA • facebook.com/elvessasound Introspective ghost rock laced with mystery, lost in ether. Headed up

by Elizabeth Weidner, Elvessa makes music for dreaming with a powerful and distinct voice.

FM DOWN • fm-down.com Loud, unabashed rock

and roll. Pure and simple. From the heart of Eau Claire.

GIRL BAND • facebook.com/girlbandeauclaire Three

Olaf Lind, bassist Dan Zerr, drummer Patrick Bowen, and songwriter/guitarist Joe Thielen.

voices, three instruments, a bit of percussion, four really cool women. Girl Band delivers the unexpected and a heck of a lot of fun.

THE BROKEN EIGHTS • facebook.com/TheBroke-

GHOST IN THE GOOD THING • Find it on Face-

nEights Dedicated to playing raw, high energy grunge rock n roll. This isn’t your momma’s rock n roll unless your momma grew up in the ’90s.

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camp.com A young songwriter with a knack for penning infectious pop hooks paired with lyrics that reflect on the nostalgic pangs of loss, the pressing darkness of regret, and the compelling thrills of love.

Outdoor Music ACTS ARMADILLO JUMP • armadillojump.com The

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book The musical duo of Hannah Wallace and Morgan McCandless. They craft catchy folk punk tunes with high energy hooks and heartfelt lyrics.

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GREG GILBERTSON • greggilbertson.com Listeners of Greg Gilbertson who are only vaguely expecting to be entertained will have to reorganize their thoughts, pull their jaws closed, and pay attention. As is true of all absorbing music, the world is brought into sharp focus and then melts away.

HEMMA • Paints narrative landscapes of longing,

lust, mistrust and deep intrigue for the art of the con, all in the vein of the illustrious pathways carved by Patsy Cline, Etta James, and Joni Mitchell.

HGT BAND • The Homegrown Tomatoes are a

variety band playing folkgrass, americana, upbeat folk, and billy folk.

THE HOLY RIFLES Jonathan Seeley, Will Wall, and

Joseph Gunderson make up the trio of The Holy Rifles that bring some powerful rock vibes with an edge.

HOWARD ‘GUITAR’ LUEDTKE AND BLUE MAX • A rock blues band, that performs all over Wisconsin

and Minnesota. Many who have seen Howard and Blue Max have become fans of Howard’s talented slide guitar playing and the band’s rockin’ electric blues sound.

JIM NELSON • A retired middle school teacher that

is the Blues, and they cover a wide range of musical styles.

THE JESSE STRATTON BAND • jessestratton-

music.com Whole-hearted country music chock-full of truth and raw emotion. Jesse’s relevant and gripping songs display and showcase the multi-talented musicians who make up the band.

JERRIKA MIGHELLE • jerrikamighelle.com The

pace of her music moves with the beat of the raw emotions expressed in her songs. A Jerrika Mighelle show is not just about her music as she also provides an authentic experience through her style of honest, playful, and lighthearted banter that makes you feel like old friends.

NICK ANDERSON & THE SKINNY LOVERS •

tainment group made up of a bunch of really happy dads, founded Billy Hartong, sometimes known as “Mr. Billy Goat.”

nickandersonandtheskinnylovers.com Writes emotional lyrics that dig into the struggle and the fun of the human condition. Life is hard, and sometimes we just need to take a breath and have a little fun.

JOYANN PARKER • A must-see addition to the Indie Blues music scene and brings a full range of talent to her performances as an accomplished singer, pianist and songwriter.

sunny hooks, soaring melodies, and an untouchable lofi crunchiness calling to mind sunshine pop of the 60s and 70s. Songwriter Matt Leavitt’s affection for cheap keyboards and the wholly unique tonalities of vintage recording tools comes through.

MOJO LEMON BLUES BAND • A staple in the mu-

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few well known songs, some not so well known songs, and originals, wrap them up in blues, rock, and jam packages for delivery.

PIT WAGON • facebook.com/pitwagonmusic Plays

RADA DADA • A local pop/rock dance band with heavy

Intrigued and inspired by the ability of music to unite people who would otherwise not come together, Micah Ryan continues to pursue his passions with the dream of changing the world through music. sic scene for a decade. Continues to dabble in the many stylings of blues, funk, rock ` roll, even country and has developed a somewehat unique sound.

PAUL TWEED BAND • Paul and the band take a

THE NUNNERY • thenunnerymusic.com A solo act of

ORCHID EATON • orchideaton.com Chock full of

MICAH RYAN • facebook.com/MicahRyanMusic

larrypastandLP3 Past & The Present performs original music inspired by classic rock of the ‘60s / ‘70s and modern day alt/folk — an incandescent, mesmerizing, slightly psychedelic blend of catchy pop melodies and moody, modernized torch songs.

POPPA BEAR NORTON • A high octane, country

OLD SOUL SOCIETY • Their focus on the craft of songwriting is displayed in the rich, textured musical layers they create to underscore the emotionally raw delivery of singer-songwriter Derek Ramnarace’s introspective and heartfelt lyrics.

man and soulful guitarist, Mark engages his audience directly in live performances and delivers his original compositions with a mix of sincerity, honesty and often a touch of humor.

THE PAST & THE PRESENT • facebook.com/

NORTH OF DIXIE BLUEGRASS BAND • Five

Sarah Elstran, who creates meditative, lush soundscapes with layered vocal loops and catchy hooks.

More of an experience than just a sound.

MARK CAMERON BAND • A charismatic front

23 year old singer-songwriter from Eau Claire makes alternative rock music with heart.

band with strong traditional roots. Their style coincides with Nick’s solo performances, and expands with a vibrant rhythm section, taking it to a new electrified level. musicians playing originals by Johnny Lynch (Guitar) and Shelly Miller (5 string banjo and guitar). John Utphall plays Swing-Era Jazz Violin, Bob Boone plays Mandolin & Jeff Heath plays bass guitar.

of intricate vocal harmonies, sweeping instrumentals, and profound lyricism. Sisters Hannah Mae, Bex, and Mookie Morton balance ingenuity with classic storytelling to create a unique sound that blurs lines between genres and resonates with listeners from any background.

PARKER REED • facebook.com/parkerreedmusic The

music for porch-sitters and sippers. With strings and voices, they share true stories that everybody knows — tough luck, rough nights, and rougher neighbors. Just like Wisconsin’s beer and cheese, their dirty country sound and lyrical folk wisdom leave a lasting and authentic aftertaste.

THE NICK FOYTIK BAND • A progressive blues

JUSTIN JAY ARNOLD • justinjayarnold.com With

LASKA • laskatheband.com Crafts music with a blend

ing warm tones, reverbs, delays & vibrato with outlaw grit, Jeff sings of love, loss & lust with an Americana vibe.

gospel music and a family of storytellers, Nici Peper’s lyrics reflect the soul and honesty of their influences.

Her music exposes a gentle heart – one that writes of love, heartbreak, and dreams.

THE JOLLY POPS • A children’s music and enter-

IRIE SOL • iriesol.org Erupting with a musical blend

JEFF WHITE • Americana/Alt-country/Folk.. Blend-

NICI PEPER • nicipeper.com Growing up around

JIM PULLMAN BAND • facebook.com/jimpullmanband After rocking and rolling all over the region with the Jim Pullman Band, Jim now strikes out solo with a renewed energy and musical depth.

wintry longing with the warmth of a familiar folktale, Humbird stretches between experimental folk and environmental Americana to embrace the unexpected. that reflects diverse band members who hail from Jamaica, Brazil, the East Coast, and the Midwest, Irie Sol delivers authentic Jamaican-style rap/chat over blazing bebop horns, soaring soulful melodies and tight drum and bass.

chords, funky bass notes, impactful drums, and a soulful voice coated over all of it. The introspective music is anything but melancholic, and will leave you hopeful by the end.

JIM HERRICK AND FRIENDS • Their specialty

his sandpapered vocals and a songwriting style that is honest, personal, and guaranteed to pull at your heartstrings, Justin Jay Arnold has been nominated multiple times for Best Folk Performer in Volume One’s Best of the Chippewa Valley reader’s poll.

HUMBIRD • humbirdmusic.com Combining a

NAALIA • facebook.com/naaliaec Smooth guitar

plays music for kids as a now full-time musician.

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western, two-man, musical marvel takes all the humor, sorrow, self-deprecation, and storytelling that once made country music great, and adds some trucker speed, black coffee, and rocket fuel to the mix. vocals and serious instrumentation. Great for dancing.

RAGER RUDY & THE SWINGIN’ WINGTIPS •

A cast of veteran entertainers performing a variety of “Classic Country”, ‘Rhythm & Blues” and “50’s & 60’s Rock and Roll” favorites.

THE RATTLENECKS • therattlenecks.com Formed

when, after spending their formative years singing and playing guitar in the rolling hills of Eleva-Strum, veterans Jim Pullman, Todd Barneson, and Gabe Koxlien mixed their old chemistry into a new batch of songs.

RHYTHM POSSE • Drawing inspiration from great

session bands like Booker T & The MGs, The Meters, Funk Brothers, The Wrecking Crew, the heart and soul of Rhythm Posse is the rhythm section.

SAGE LEARY • Guitarist/singer-songwriter Sage

Leary’s all-original music is multi-genre, including searing blues, modern rock, and acoustic Americana played in a style that is uniquely Sage.

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SAVANNAH SMITH • facebook.com/Savannah-

THE TOMMY BENTZ BAND • An eclectic musi-

SEAN JORDAN • Performs a wide variety of covers

TOM PEASE • An infectious sense of fun and

Smithmusic Savannah Smith sounds more poised and sure of herself than ever on her new album “Leo.” Her gutting words are surrounded by throngs of fresh sounds and natural energy. ranging from John Mayer, Stevie Ray, John Prine, and Bob Seger, to acoustic takes on pop tunes.

SEASAW • singseasaw.com Meg Golz and Eve

Wilczewski started as co-workers, slowly courted each other into best friendship, and then magically into music-making conspirators — all along, guiding the ship that is their indie-pop duo Seasaw.

SOREN STRAFF • themcouleeboys.com Lead singer of Them Coulee Boys, Soren Staff’s solo work takes a more personal, earthy turn and explores the mysteries of love and heartbreak.

TRANSISTOR RADIO • Does many genres that

include R&B, Motown, Funk, Rock, Soul, Disco. Great for dancing.

TRAVIS LEE • travisleemusiq.com A singer/song-

writer his multi-faceted music is a large yet hushed pop rock sound that calls to mind West Coast sunsets and late night drives.

THE WEAPONS OF BRASS DESTRUCTION •

THE STEFAN GEISINGER BAND • Plays recogniz-

WE’RE WOLVES • guffrecords.com Combines

able covers from Blues guitar greats such as Stevie Ray Vaughan, Albert King, Jimi Hendrix, and Howling Wolf, as well as original tunes.

THE SUE ORFIELD BAND • Writes and plays

songs that resonate with blues, funk, rock, and countrified world-beat sounds. Their music grooves with high energy and unexpected improvisations, while their compelling melodies will move you, amuse you, and even touch you.

TEAHWHYB • An alternative R&B/Hip-Hop artist

who ignites emotion and positivity through his music detailing relationship culture, personal identity, and mental health.

THE THUNDERMEN • Playing you favorite tunes from the 50’s, 60’s and 70’s.

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community building. With movement, sign language, humor, and joy, he creates concerts that leave audiences laughing and singing.

STARE ACROSS • facebook.com/StareAcross With

a unique sound and style, Stare Across has been able to blend a familiar bluesy grunge sound with heavy under tones of metal’s heaviest riffs. The four-piece band comes together at Sounds Like Summer for a one-of-akind acoustic set.

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cian, Bentz totes history with the violin, oboe, saxophone, guitar, and bass. Bentz’s love of musicgives him the flexibility to perform in rock, classical, jazz, blues, bluegrass and newgrass bands.

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facebook.com/cvwobd Being a river town with an outsized musical scene, you might think Eau Claire is practically a northern version of “N’Awlins.” So where are all the brass bands? The Weapons of Brass Destruction, a street band for the Chippewa Valley and beyond, is just that. elements of folk pop and hip hop for a wholly unique sound that could only come from Eau Claire.

WILL HALE AND THE TADPOLE PARADE •

These kid tested, parent approved and teacher recommended concerts create a fun atmosphere filled with plenty of audience participation, excitement and energy.

WOLVES AT THE DOOR • wolvesatthedoor.net A

rock-n-roll and blues band gigging steadily around the Midwest. Whether displaying their acoustic or electric vibe, they know how to rock and have fun.

YATA, SINZ & ORFIELD • Yata (guitar/vocals) ,

Randy Sinz (bass/vocals) and Sue Orfield (sax/vocals) have teamed up to make a unique trio that features their original material.

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