The EXPRESS Band
CDs Available:
 It's Saturday Night!
 EXPRESS Yourself! (DVD)
 12 Years On! | The Best in Classic Rock! |
Jerry O'Hagan and his Orchestra
CDs Available:
 Dance Party
 In A Romantic Mood | Big band ballroom dance band with a jazz clarinet playing leader and arranger. Plays swing classics and ballroom dance numbers as well as original tunes written by Jerry O'Hagan. Featured vocalists include Charmin Michelle. |
Charmin Michelle
CDs Available:
 Destination Moon
 HOT
 Pure Imagination | Charmin Michelle's conversational style recalls such earlier greats as Billie Holiday and Nancy Wilson. She puts her own imprint on small group swing singing. |
Pleasant Stitch
CDs Available:
 Pleasant Stitch | Rich, romantic and gorgeously textured, sometimes flirting with Eno-esque ambiance, creating lush, down-tempo dance tracks, they don't just jump on the Alt Dance bandwagon... |
Sue Tucker
CDs Available:
 Meant For You
 May I Come In
 Sue Tucker/Back Home | Sophisticated, classic jazz vocals that swing with ease. She has a strong respect for good lyrics and a lucid sense of jazz styling. |
| MIKIL AND sTARTIME MIKIL AND sTARTIME | Funky Bluesrockin SOUL BAND |
| The Retractions | Dance to the best selection of Classic Rock and Roll, Rhythm and Blues and Funk from the '70s to today. Available for private parties as well as nightclubs. You can hear live performances on thier web site: www.theretractions.com |
| 69 Cents | Popular, High-Energy Rock band playing Minnesota, Iowa and Wisconsin. A favorite party-band tradition since 1997! |
| A Gun That Shoots Knives | Eclectic, spastic, energetic, unpredictable, explorational, funny, infectuous weirdo rock with an unnecessarily gimmick filled stage show. |
| A1 Jazz/Swing Train | The Twin Cities premier special events band. |
| amesbury | post-rock dance band that finds inpiration in Christ. |
| Amore | Amore is a new techno artist who will be distributed in Europe, Asia and Australia early in 2001. Please visit http://www.LeepRecords.com for more information. |
| Apryl Electra | Apryl Electra - piano, guitar, bass, vocals, keyboards and bass & drum programming.
All songs written, arranged and produced by Apryl Electra. |
| Calvin James | Blues, R&B, Rockabilly, original Rock N Roll, even jazz and gospel from the founder guitarist/singer/songwriter of the Underbeats and Gypsy, James Calvin Johnson |
| The Beer Daddys | The name just about says it all. We love to party Rock out & tip afew beers |
| Belladiva | Belladiva - the Twin Cities hottest show band features 3 beautiful and talented women who have come together to dazzle audiences with their high energy show. Backed by the Twin Cites funkiest musicians, Belladiva integrates electrifying vocals and cutti |
| bibby | PC electronic choons. Epic Trance, elektro phunk, and Remix Werk! |
| Big John Dickerson | Big John is a Twin Cities mainstay. |
| Big Spud Daddy and the Guinness Aires | Celtic Jigs, Reels and Tragic Ballads |
| Black Cat | Top 40 hits of the 80's! |
| Black Water Alley | Classic Rock & Roll Dance Band featuring the Alley Cat Dancers....meow! |
| Blood in the Water Records | Blood in the Water Records is proud to Present Birdie |
| Boogie Wonderland | Six piece 70's Disco tribute band. Multiple leads put on a sheik show with funky shtick, booty beats and jivin grooves. |
| Oliver A. Branch, III | I am a prolific Composer/Lyricist/Songwriter with some hot copyrighted musical tracks available for recording by working bands & musicians. Oliver is seeking out Production Teams to collaborate with on some strong artistic musical compositions.
Hit Me U |
| Brass Menagerie | Sizzling horns with great vocals and the special talents of Mr. Kevin Todd. Excellent variety band for wedding receptions, corporate events, fund-raisers and celebrations. |
| Brave New World Band | Love to Party? Join us for a High Energy top-40 dance funk and rock show! |
| Brazil com S | Brazilian Muisic played by brazlians. Samba, Choro, Axe, Forro, Pagode, Bossa Nova and all the energy of Brazil |
| Bugsy | Entertainer,Bugsy,is truly one of a kind. Dance,sing-a-long & party Bugsy Style! |
| The Cajun Hot Soles | The Cajun Hot Soles will take you back to the sweat-stained Louisiana dancehalls of the 1950's and earlier. |
| !CAPTAIN BLASTED! | cover band alter ego of legendary minneapolis groove masters The Sensational Joint Chiefs. Many styles. Very Fun. |
| Carole Holley and The Planets | Carole Holley & The Planets. 9 piece band with horns and vocals -- plays everything from swing to R&B, rock & roll, pop and funk and jazz. |
| Jenny Case | Jenny Case is a singer/songwriter/mulit-instrumentalist who was born too late to be a member of QUEEN or DURAN DURAN! Her new CD, The Queen Rules E.P., is now avaiable! |
| Christy Love and You Know Who | Christy Love, former singer of Boogie Wonderland, broke out on her own to perform the disco hits and covers you love from the 70's and 80's! |
| Ace_B Mr.Hitchcock City King Records | City King Records Presents thug recovery music positive streets inspiration with a soulful Gangsta twist Mr.Hitchcock Tha Producer/Musician is a genious and proves time and time again. |
| City Knights | 7 Piece Powerhouse performing high-energy Classic Rock & Blues, R&B & Originals! |
| Classix | Classix - the Twin Cities' premier Rock and Country dance band |
| Come Down: Last Sundays at Acadia | More than a music show, the last sunday of the month: great tap beer, great staff, the cities' best in music, film, performance, and more. |
| The CONTENDERS | 5 piece group does the best in Variety Dance Music (covers) featuring 2 female vocalists 3 male and special guest Ted Diamond doing all of Neils best tunes.... |
| Coon Rapids Jazz | Available to play jazz/latin/dance/etc. music for weddings, corporate functions, grand openings, parties, etc. etc. |
| Crimson Edge | Central mn band that likes to jam and have a good time |
| The Criss Starr Project. | Jazz, R&B flavored trio of excellent musicians available for sessions, live performances and international tours. Contact for bios, references, etc. very affordable rates. |
| Crosstown | Classic to current rock dance band with lot's of variety, located in the Twin Cities. |
| Culture Bully | National Music Blog |
| BJ Cunningham | BJ Cunningham is a songwriter-guitarist from Scotland. |
| Curly T | spiritual artist. naturalist artist |
| Danny`s Reasons | Dannys Reasons - Local 70s legends: Reunited--with the original teen king Danny Stevens along with Carl Bradley, David Rodriques, and James L. Cross on vocals. |
| DARLENE | Darlene is 11 years old and very talented. She sings pop in Spanish and English. |
| David Daydodge | Producer, engineer, bassist, keys-synthesizer, drums, drum programming, guitar |
| Deep Fried Tweeters | Classic Rock,variety band |
| Total DiscTracktion | Minnesota's hottest new singing trio. The talents of vocalists Mia Dorr, Leyla Dupey, Jilline Hettwer and Aimee Lauran.
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| The Doon Ceili Band | Formed in 2003, The Doon Céilí Band was a band long under discussion. As a conversation topic at house parties and visits to Paddy, the band took shape around a group of the top local Irish musicians. |
| Duct Tape Mummy | Mixed and matched melodic elements of techno, trance, drum and bass laced with acoustic instruments and an occasional vocal all wrapped up in duct tape... |
| Edward | New Orleans Hottest Rock!!
a mix of heavy rock hip hop industrial and techno
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| Elevation Swing and Variety Band | Minneapolis Elevation band plays 40's-90's variety music for dancing. Great party band for wedding dance receptions & Corporate /company events. |
| Chad Elliott | Where have I been? |
| Eponymy | Eponymy is a flute-centric jazz ensemble which is duo, trio, quartet or quintet depending on the needs of the venue. Rose Rinder on flute and alto flute. Swing , latin and modern jazz are repertoire for this chamber jazz group. |
| Erich1Enastasia Erich ONE Enastasia | COME 2 SHOW/ BUY THE ALBUMS!
You will Enjoy!
Myspace.com/erich1enastasia
Erich1Enastasia.zoomshare.com
Erich One is a phenomenal muliti-instrumentalist The Minneapolis Sound Records, R&B, Hip-Hop, Rock |
| The Escorts / The Do`s and Don`ts | 50's & 60's Rock 'N' Roll, oldies music from Iowa. 1997 Iowa Rock 'N' Roll Music Association's Hall of Fame Inductees. |
| Soul Power | Soul Power the songs of yesteryear and more! R&B, Soul, Funk, Funk Rock. Featuring Phyllis Rutter . |
| fieldaudio | fieldaudio is an experimental sound artist. Part of a growing number of sampling artist, his sound is a mixture of Hip hop, Dance, Break-beat, and jazz. |
| Finding Eternity | Finding Eternity is a Punk/Rock band who is our to rock. visit our web site at www.Finding Eternity.com and book us for any occasion |
| FLAMENCO Michael Hauser | Flamenco and classical guitarist |
| FlashPoint | High-energy, explosive rock from the 70's through current! Five vocals with female lead! |
| The Flyers | The Flyers are a 4-piece rock 'n roll band that plays music from the 70's, 80's, 90's and beyond. Formerly The Fanatics. |
| The Foolish Mortals | variety rock from the 70;s thru today. Metallica, Nickelback, Poison, Van Halen, and more |
| FORTE | Live music for all occasions anywhere in the world |
| Freeze Frame | Return to the 80's with Freeze Frame |
| Full Circle | Dance Your A#$ Off Rock n Roll |
| Pappy GaNuga | Entreprenuer /Dj / Producer / Promoter / Music Lover & I'm Lookin to Network, Collaborate & Do Live Shows |
| Georgee-B | whaz up people georgee-b is about to come up with his new album in december so get ready to get your copy |
| The Good the Bad and the Funky | High Energy R&B Soul and Funk - 10 Piece band with 5 horns |
| Green Sweater Society | A high energy rock and roll band to remind you of when the radio was good. Spontaneous energy mixed with straight forward melodies. |
| Groove Magnets | Groove Magnets plays dance music in the Twin Cities - weddings, nightclubs, and corporate events. |
| Havin' a Ball Single Dances | We provide live variety music for singles who love to dance and provide dance lessons by professional dance instructors from the Twin Cities area. All for an admission price of $12.00. |
| High Blue Star | High Blue Star is an innovative female fronted electronic trio with both early industrial and trip hop influences. |
| The Histronic | The Histronic is a Minneapolis based live electronica group. Garnering a plethora of electronic gadgets and gizmos, The Histronic creates a very unique sound; consisting of heavy dance grooves, moog-laden lead lines, and electro drumbeats that will make |
| The Icons Show | The Icons Show is a Tribute Production of your favorite celebrities from the 50's to today. |
| Indoctri-Nation | Indoctri-Nation is an agressive punk fueled metal- inductrial band led by the charismatic sane and evil genius |
| J.B.Bell | J.B.BELL PROFESIONAL BLUES AND R AND B FUNK SINGER EVEN PERFORMED WITH THE LENGENDARY MIKIL AND STARTIME WHO GAVE HIM HIS START |
| Jack Forest | Currently playing drums in a cover band called Mel's Diner |
| Jeyk Janish | Punk/Hardcore singer and/or guitarist, also a Pro Tools Operator, producer/engineer. |
| Jimy Bleu and "Divinity" | Former Columbia/Def Jam Male ld. Singer/ld. Guitarist fronting an all-Female back up band |
| Jonah and The Whales | Highly established non-stop rock and roll dance band. Featuring music from the 80's thru today. |
| Joy Ride | Joy Ride - 80s Pop to Current Rock. Featuring former members of Chris Hawkey and Power Play, ShakyJake, and Noisebox. |
| Kadence | Variety style band. |
| Karen Lyu and Global Jazz | Eclectic global joy - from salsa to jazz and Korean to Hebrew. Soulfully savored vocals with a dynamic 4-6pc band. |
| Donovan Kovar and The Amazing Band | Turn Your Party, Wedding Reception, or Company Event Into an Extraordinary and Unforgettable Experience for Everyone! |
| Lasher | Lasher rocks hard and heavy with blockbuster songs that are new and 80's. Lasher offers exceptional talent and a massive visual experience |
| Last Chance Band | A good dance band, plenty of hits, a lot of variety, too! |
| Steven Lee | Steven Lee is a versatile DJ that brings an element of all genres to the decks. |
| Lemon Trophy | Top 40 Dance/Party Rock |
| Liquid Thin | Liquid Thin |
| Little Tin Box | Little Tin Box is a darkwave/romantic Duo. In the past two years they have released several singles as well as their debut album 'Object~Subject'. Come listen to what RadioK says 'we had to pass up on.' |
| Lucky U | Rock your next event! Lucky U plays the favorites that will have your crowd on the dance floor and singing along from start to finish. 70's to contemporary. Contact slarson52@comcast.net |
| Luke Danger and Nik-o-lies | young experimental electonica band that focuses on catchy riffs, intricate rythyms and tounge in cheek lyrics. |
| Diane Martinson Jazz Swing Band - Twin Cities | Live music Minneapolis & St Paul Jazz & Swing Band for wedding entertainment and corporate party music. Background or dance music. Duo up to 6 pc combos. |
| GWEN MATTHEWS | Qwen is in the business for designing great music for whatever event you have coming up.She simply sings all kinds of music well. She also works with the best musicians in town. |
| Maureen Santiago and Fedora | Maureen Santiago and Maureen Santiago and Fedora is a classy, sophisticated band that plays a jazzy, easy-listening repertoire, creating the perfect ambience for your special occasion. Demo CD and photo available on request. |
| Devlin Lewis McCaleb | Devlin McCaleb outstanding left handed guitar player who hand a stroke in 1999 that stop him from using his left hand so he started playing right hand guitar and has played with and opened up for such stars as the floaters Buddy Guy Denise Lasalle Bobby R |
| Midnight Special | 50's Rock, Classic Rock, Classic Country and New Country, Blues and R &B |
| THE MIDNITE HOUR BAND | WELL MIDNITE HOUR BAND IS AVAILABLE WITH SPECIAL BACK TO THE 50'S , 60'S ERA
AND WILL KEEP YOU DANCING TO THE GOOD OL TIME ROCKIN ROLL TUNES FROM THE ERA FROM WHERE IT ALL STARTED IN THE FIRST PLACE,.. 1950'2 , 1960'2 1970'S / CLASSIC ROCK / OLDIES AT I |
| Millertimes Music | 'Miller Times'
A solo act, this service provides a Professional Live Musician performing with the backtracks of the hits in a variety musical format for the audiences' listening and dancing pleasure. Great for small venues and functions that are of limi |
| the movin on band | chicago's very own oldies 50 and 60, old school 70's & 80',Santana, rock band |
| Moxie Blue | Playing the dance songs you love from the 60's through today. |
| Murda City Goonz (M.C.G.) | Minneapolis Main Stream Act! Powerful and Energetic. |
| dj natOsha | UK and US garage dj. Prior Venue list upon request. Lounges or Clubs. |
| Née Née |
Née Née is a new sound for the Minneapolis scene. Along with a tight unit of talented musicians, loops and samples are triggered via mbox protools on stage to create a new twist on the rock-electric sound. |
| Dan Newton | Eclectic music on accordion. French, gypsy, zydeco, jugband, roots. |
| Next to Nothing | Kick ass Rock n'Roll! Great live show! 80's to todays Rock music. |
| NOBOT | Nobot is a marriage of analog instrumentation with digital sound design that will rock your humaun soul!
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| Nyteowl | Minneapolis electronic pop music and remixes |
| OBSIDIAN | Heavy metal, industrial, death metal out of the Fargo-Moorhead, ND-MN area. Debut CD, HUMAN DISTORTION out May 5, 2001. |
| Blessing Odiase | soul singer |
| Pert Near Sandstone | Pert Near Sandstone is a modern stringband. They approach the American tradition with reverence, infusing their own ideas to deliver a sound and style uniquely their own. |
| PHAT PEARL | Hey! We are a high energy PHATASTIC ROCK band with lots of PHAT LOVE to share. Check us out!!!!!!!
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| Plain White Toast | Variety Cover 3pc. Party Band. Full Sound And Light Show With Crew.
Everything From a Polka To Green Day. |
| Plasmatic Brain Spasm | New Wave Cosmic Funk |
| Playback | Playback features danceable Rock, Pop & Party music. See www.PlaybackRocks.com for more info. |
| THE POKERDOGS | THE GREATEST ROCK BAND EVER!!!! |
| The Portals | The Portals are a very entertaining pop band with songs that accomplish a nostalgia of feeling and can rock your freakin' pants off. |
| Product America | starcity music entertainment |
| The R Factor | Create a memorable social or corporate event with experienced professional entertainers who cater to every musical detail. |
| The Radio | Up and down the radio dial...playing a variety of dance music from the 70's,80's,90's and today...nobody plays more music than THE RADIO! |
| Radio On | Radio On is like listening to a holiday that celbrates each individual listener. Persuasive Progressive Rock. Maybe. |
| Relativity | The band Relativity is based in Northfield, MN. We play current & classic light rock and some great original music. Power harmonies by twin sisters & acoustic guitar & mandolin. |
| Retro Rockers | We play a unique blend of classic rock, country rock, southern rock and oldies from the 50's to the 90's. |
| Revolver Modele | Electric stage energy that creates a dancing frenzy on and off the stage. |
| Rick and Susan | Two piece quality variety production including vocals, piano and guitar. |
| Rictus | Rictus is a rock band from Morris MN with asperations of breaking into the metro-area music scene. We have a demo CD and are starting to work on a second. |
| Rise | Rise is available for all corporate and private events as well as limited club bookings. |
| Robert Bjornoos and The Suspects | Classic to new rock 'n roll, lightly flavored with original songs. |
| The Rocket Man Band of Arlington Texas | Oldies Band Forming in Arlington, Texas |
| Rock*It*Science | Rock It Science The Ultimate 80s Music Experience - is the Twin Cities premier PARTY band!! |
| Rollin Thunder | Classic Rock & Roll |
| Christine Rosholt | Jazz singer with a sophisticated, yet sassy style. See www.christinerosholt.com for more information. |
| Sally Be Nice | Rock-n-roll |
| skurr | Live Music every Fri & Sat On/Sale Off/Sale |
| Section 8 | Variety at its best! Six talented musicians playing classic and new rock, country and oldies -- something for everyone! Great party and dance band. |
| Sendero Flamenco | Flamenco and Spanish Classical guitar and dance |
| The Senders | Blues and Swing |
| ShakyJake 2007 | When people speak of their experience at a Shaky Jake show, they'll no doubt mention the high-energy party atmosphere, dancing all night long, singing along with the songs, and the incredible showmanship of the band. Witness a Shaky Jake show for yourself |
| Shanty Shack Band | A cover band from the twint cities area,Covering a wide range from country to rock and roll. Great dance music and lots of fun, come see us. |
| Chad Sharp | A unique mix of original Pop, Dance and R&B from a midwest recording artist. |
| Sheeped | A great time |
| shelly h | proffesional female vocalist/writer |
| SHIRTLIFTER | Multi-talented musician, composer, singer and producer, Shirtlifter has created his own unique sound, drawing inspiration from the likes of David Bowie, Duran Duran, Kraftwerk and Parliament. |
| Livin Large | Livin' Large is rockin' the Twin Cities scene
with the best mix of music from the 80's and today.
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| Shovel Shot | Local 5 piece that proves that a band can be both fun and serious at the same time.
With a diverse group of members, Shovelshot dabbles in all music genres a little bit... includeing Alt.,metal,country,dance, rock..etc. |
| Shoveldance | Rock and Roll From the bowles of St. Paul.
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| Silverado | Silverado is quickly becomming Central Minnesots,s Premier Country and Variety Band, Featuring 5 area musicians. male& female lead vocals, with fiddle,keys,guitar,bass,drums and acustic,producing a unique blend of crowd pleasing country and pop @ rock fa |
| Aaron Slater | FREE MP3 DOWNLOADS, lyrics & official artist profile from Aaron Slater |
| Smithtown | High energy mix of 80s, 90s, and current alternative, rock and pop hits |
| Snak Attack | Snak Attack is a four-piece band featuring an upbeat mix of classic R&B, pop and rock favorites, along with a choice selection of current hits. |
| So It Goes | Imagine stepping inside a new wave, discotheque arcade, where the boombox shocks, the disco ball drops, and the kick drum keeps the time. |
| SONAFIDE | MPLS' master of synth-pop, and electronica. |
| Starlight | The Twin Cities hottest party band playing all your favorite songs! |
| S.U.S.P.E.C.T.S. | Hip-Hop with influence |
| Texas Highway Band | A solid four piece blues and oldies band from Southeast Texas. This band was formed in 1986 and has performed at all types of venues in their area. A great band to see and good people to know. |
| Thousands of One | Thousands of One- is a journey. It is a socio-political commentary, as well; a personal inquiry to the soul in search of roots, love and culture. Music with a mission |
| Tim Belden Jazz Trio | This energetic, jazz and popular music trio is available for private parties, corporate events and wedding receptions. Call Tim Belden for available dates. Featuring Dan Schoenbauer and Kory Badertscher. |
| Basic Desire | BASIC DESIRE is an Australian duo that combines electronic sounds with some truly dynamic and melodic vocals. They specialize in power ballads and emotionally charged trance. |
| Uber Cool Kung Fu | Electro-punk-dustrial. Cutting edge electronic act blending punk and new wave roots with fresh high tech. |
| Uncle Funky | If you like a little classic, a little soul, a little R&b, a little Reggae, mixed with some dance... We just might be your cup of tea! |
| Utter Chaos | 3 guys and 1 wild woman playing music from the 80s to today |
| VERTICAL | classic covers,rock'in harmonies,amazing vocals,we WILL entertain you! |
| VISIOUS,M---F---CHRIS | visious ,of syndakit studios.visious has been rhymin since the age of 14.took his hand to producing ,but found he wasnt done rhymin'his life. |
| The Watchmen | We rap, we make beats, we perform live. |
| Westside Band | Westside Band - Multi-talented Show Band...Prince meets the Rolling Stones & Santana |
| White Horses | A band of free spirits who've never been completely tamed. |
| WICKED BLUE | Wicked Blue is a high energy rock and R&B band. Wicked Blue is made up of seasoned Minneapolis musicians providing a mini concert on stage! |
| Wild Blue Catts | House Rocking Rhythm & Blues with a touch of Wild. Blues, Classic Rock, Soul. Original Music
as well. |
| Fast Eddie Williams | rythm lead guitar player for startime |
| Worth-a-Dangs | We play both kinds of music...country AND western! |
| Yer Cronies | Debut Album titled When I Grow Up now available. |
| Young Lust | The best classic rock cover band you may ever see...No one else is doing these songs because they simply can't. |
| Young Stunt | Rapping for five years using punchlines and relative words. Asuring every word spoken is the truth. |
