Ethan Ostrow and The Outside In aren't your grandma's jazz band — they're a Twin Cities powerhouse blending funk, rock, and folk into something completely their own. With soaring melodies, […]
This residency marks a powerful expansion of Obi Original & The Black Atlantics' presence on the Twin Cities stage. Known for their dynamic blend of highlife, Afrobeat, soulful grooves, and […]
Arthur “L.A.” Buckner is a performing musician, teaching artist, and producer from the Northside of Minneapolis. He holds a Master's degree in Percussion Performance from McNally Smith College of Music. […]
During their 10 + year tenure in the twin cities, the Enormous Quartet was one of the most active and appreciated groups in the modern jazz scene, frequenting JT's jazz implosion in its early years at the Clown Lounge and also stages such as the Kitty Cat, the Dakota and many other notable venues. Playing […]
Taking a note from acclaimed poet and author, Danez Smith, this event has two titles: (When Black Folx) Play, or Play, celebrates the extemporaneous and improvisational aspects of Black music, or play, and invites attendees to sit in the play space with the artists, following the music wherever it may go. We’ve invited some of […]
Eliza Wheaton graces the stage with an elegant tribute to the timeless Astrud and Joao Gilberto, the mother and father of Bossa nova. Singing classics such as "The Girl from Ipanema," "Agua de Beber," and "Corcovado," Eliza transports audiences to a small room in Rio de Janeiro. Doors 3:00 pm · Show 5:00 pm
From 5pm to 7pm, 10-piece Salsa orchestra, Charanga Tropical mixes its spicy Salsa with smooth strings. This is Cuba flavored Salsa, from classic Danzón to modern Timba, straight out of Havana. 7pm-8pm: DJONE of Salsa Police Entertainment spins bouncy Bachata and other Latin favs to close out the evening.
The Droppers are making their long-awaited return to Icehouse! Reuniting all original members — Jim Anton, Tommy Barbarella, Noah Levy, and Chris Beaty — for a rare night of soulful grooves. Doors 6:00 pm · Show 8:00 pm
Blue Note Records artist, Kiefer brings his signature blend of Jazz improvisation and Hip-Hop beat-making to Icehouse Minneapolis. Touring behind *Memory Bomb*, his soul-driven debut, Kiefer is joined by longtime collaborator and co-producer Shibo for a night of groove, harmony, and pure musical vision. Doors 6:00 pm · Show 8:00 pm
Yazmin and Beat Zero (YBZ) is a melting pot of influences, led by singer-songwriter and pianist Yazmin. She weaves soulful, bilingual lyrics with Cuban-influenced rhythms to create a new sound drawing from years of study in Havana and deep Folk, Rock and Jazz musical roots. Doors 6:00 pm · Show 8:00 pm -Show may last […]
Stringdingers and Feeding Leroy are teaming up at Icehouse to bring you a celebration performance of their two brand new albums! These groups are thrilled to be releasing vinyl and CDs of their latest individual albums to the public at this event! The show will blend an exciting variety of Country, Bluegrass, Americana, and jam […]
Butcher Brown drummer, Corey Fonville and Hammond organ master, Sam Fribush join forces for a night of youthful, Hip-Hop-infused blue collar Jazz at Icehouse in Minneapolis. Featuring a rotating cast of world-class guitarists, Fonville x Fribush is rewriting the rules of the organ trio — don't miss this fresh sound live on stage! Doors 6:00 […]
The Twin Cities Flamenco Collective brings the passion and power of Flamenco to Icehouse Minneapolis! Featuring a dynamic group of dancers and musicians dedicated to preserving this vibrant art form, […]
Three dynamic bands including Folk, Rock, Honky-Tonk Piano, Horns and more! For more information, see website below. Doors 5:00 pm · Show 7:00 pm
Harriet Tubman — The legendary trio of guitarist Brandon Ross, bassist Melvin Gibbs, and drummer J.T. Lewis — delivers a ferocious and deeply soulful fusion of Rock, Jazz, Blues, and Avant-garde. With a musical DNA rooted in Jimi Hendrix, Ornette Coleman, and Parliament-Funkadelic, this is a live experience unlike anything else. Doors 5:00 pm · […]
