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Father Hennepin | Live Music in the Yard!

Father Hennepin is an American alternative country band from Duluth, Minnesota. Since releasing the debut album “Crooked With Gin” in 2001, the band has been perennial headliners of the Homegrown Music Festival in Duluth. No Cover | All Ages | Family Friendly

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Berserk Blondes | Live Music in The Yard!

In a world where boredom plagues society, two fascinating specimens join powers to rend the aforementioned boredom asunder … with rock, pop, axes and harpoons. Testosterone-fueled, Iron-Range safety hazard Steve Solkela meets Duluth musical socialite Kaylee Matuszak in this box-squeezin’, string-pluckin’, song-beltin’ musical adventure. It’s sure to clear your dendrites of gunk and cause problems on purpose. With a guitar, an accordion and some powerful vocal harmony, Solkela and Matuszak wrapped up recording of their debut Berserk Blondes! album.

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Mr. Wonderful (Fleetwood Mac tribute band) + NVR TGTHR | Live Music in The Yard!

NVR TGTHR is an all-caps band for all-caps times, and they’ve got no time for vowels, either, dammit. Formed by a few Duluth, Minnesota scene vets alongside a couple fresh(er) faces, NVR TGTHR is a fivesome that brings the dark-pop quiet storm from a sometimes-dark place full of frequently-loud storms. Mr. Wonderful – same awesome NVR TGTHR musicians – along with Kaylee Matuszak – different flavor. Mr. Wonderful will be playing all your favorite Fleetwood Mac tunes. No Cover | All Ages | Family Friendly

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a guitar player performs at Reggaefest

From Arenas to Coffee Houses: Where to Catch Live Music in Duluth

Duluth’s music history runs deep. There is just something about the city on the lake that inspires musicians and music lovers alike. We’ve gathered some of the most popular spots that host musical acts, from large artists to local bands, so you can be sure to find something to get your toes tapping.

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