Celebrate 30 Years of the Urban Hillbilly Quartet!
What began as a jam session in a humble St. Paul bar in 1995 has grown into the Urban Hillbilly Quartet (UHQ), an award-winning Twin Cities ensemble known for their eclectic blend of musical styles. With nine albums to their name and comparisons as diverse as R.E.M., The Jayhawks, and The Waterboys, UHQ delivers an unforgettable experience.
Featuring Erik Brandt (guitar, accordion, lead vocals), Jeremy Szopinski (electric guitar), Dave Strahan (electric guitar), Mike Schultz (bass), Celeste Kiewel (fiddle), and Jim Orvis (drums), this band has captivated audiences across the U.S. and overseas with their original music.
30th Anniversary Celebration: Two Unique Shows
This milestone event will feature two distinct performances—each with its own energy and sound.
Both concerts include a short opening set by Pick, Buttons, and Bow.
Saturday Night Contemporary | Jan 25 at 7:00 pm – 10:00 pm | $20
Enjoy the “new” Urban Hillbilly Quartet with more recent material and the current band lineup.
Sunday Afternoon Classic | Jan 26 at 2:00 pm – 5:00 pm | $20
Experience the classic UHQ lineup performing their iconic older material and fan favorites.
Both Concerts! Purchase a combo ticket and gain admission to both shows for only $30.
Each ticket includes a free UHQ CD, with multiple options to choose from!
“These concrete jungle hayseeds from the wind-whipped plains of St. Paul are fervent eclectics, liable to wander into funk, Arabic, or Irish music at the drop of a hi-hat. But their true allegiance is to bands like the Flying Burrito Brothers and their descendants, who like to mash together country, bluegrass, and rock n’ roll.”
Rick Mason. October 2003. City Pages. (Mpls, MN)
