May 29 Friday
8:00 PM Show
Eli Gardiner was born and raised in the U.P of Michigan but now calls Minneapolis home. A prolific songwriter, Gardiner released two albums in 2023, a full band live album and a solo acoustic offering titled “Transient”. This summer he released 4 new singles. Initially influenced by the likes of Dylan, Neil Young and Tom Waits, he has carved out his sound through hundreds of solo shows across the Midwest.
The Cedar Lounge
May 30 Saturday
Over the past two years, country-folk artist Thomas Sticha has blazed his own trail in the Midwest music scene. His unique blend of country and folk showcases beautiful imagery, catchy hooks, and clever turns of storylines that will surely keep folks guessing. With four new singles in 2025 and plenty more on the way, Thomas and his band are positioned well to break out as an emerging Midwest country-folk act in 2026. Superior Siren (solo) opens the show.
Jun 05 Friday
5:00 PM - 8:00 PM
“Misisipi” Mike Wolf is a traditional folk and country singer/songwriter who performs both solo and in enough bands to fill a summer music festival lineup. He writes songs with the same heart and humor as greats like John Prine, Johnny Cash and Willie Nelson. Wolf recently won first place in the Duluth Dylan Fest songwriters contest and holds down weekly residencies throughout the Twin Ports, most recently at the Cedar Lounge. His local band projects include Boxcar, Neatneatneat, Actual Wolf, Crooked Mile and Eldri Snow’s Wintry Mix.
At the Cedar Lounge
No Cover
Jun 11 Thursday
7:30 PM Show
Glitteratti consists of songwriter Marc Gartman on guitar (Two Many Banjos, Fever Dream), Dave Carroll on electric guitar (Trampled by Turtles, Two Many Banjos), Tim Saxhaug on bass (Trampled by Turtles, Dead Man Winter) and Kyle Keegan on drums (Ben Howard, Mandolin Orange), and was formed in Duluth, MN in 2013.
Jun 12 Friday
Jun 19 Friday
Join The Last Revel + Between Howls at Bent Paddle Brewing Co. on Friday, June 19th for a special night of rich harmonies, heartfelt songwriting, and modern Americana.
🎟 Tickets on sale now! 🕕 6:00PM Doors / 7:00PM Music
Headlining the evening is The Last Revel, the Minneapolis four-piece known for lush four-part vocal harmonies and dynamic arrangements featuring acoustic guitar, upright bass, fiddle, and 5-string banjo. Their modern Americana sound feels both timeless and fresh—built for listening rooms and lively taprooms alike.
Opening the night is Duluth’s own Between Howls. Husband-and-wife duo Ren Howl (violin) and Nick Howl (guitar) bring soaring vocal harmonies, thoughtful lyrics, and virtuosic instrumental work that’s been captivating audiences across the U.S. since 2018.
Mark your calendar, grab your tickets, and plan for an unforgettable evening of live music. 🎻🍺
Jun 26 Friday
Dedric Clark is lead vocalist and lyricist of the Social Animals, a rock band that formed in Duluth. When Clark is not on tour, he plays stripped-down solo shows like this one to keep himself fresh and to try out new material.