Salt and Pine is an alt-folk duo from Duluth blending honest songwriting, soulful harmonies, and a touch of jazz. With rich banjo melodies, textured guitar rhythms, and decades of experience on Northland stages, Charity Huot Benedict and Nate Weiler create music that feels both timeless and alive. You may have seen them at DuLilith Fest, Music on the Ship, or venues across the region, where their heartfelt storytelling and warm, dynamic performances leave songs lingering long after the last note. No Cover | All Ages | Family Friendly
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Brinn Major, Hiahli & The Lavender Project
June 4th is going to be a fire Thursday in the Yard! Expect vinyl music from Northern Wav Crew between mind blowing sets from Hiahli, The Lavender Project, and Brinn Major. Hiahli A Minneapolis-based live hip-hop band bringing Golden-Age Hip-Hop energy with a full rock n’ roll band setup. Fronted by the high-octane MC Cold Sweat, Hiahli blends grungy boom bap beats, live instrumentation, and cosmic vibes into a show built for good times — and maybe even a trip to the moon. The Lavender Project Hailing from La Crosse, WI, The Lavender Project fuses indie, alternative rock, and hip-hop into immersive soundscapes for MCs Jet Hertz and Fernando Mendoza. Their heartfelt lyrics, captivating freestyle skills, and ever-changing live energy make every performance unique. Brinn Major Local drag performer, rapper, DJ, songwriter, and producer Brinn Major steps into the spotlight. A proud member of the Haus of Queer, Forté will…
Rich Mattson & The Northstars
Over the course of his long and illustrious career sprouting from the same teal backwater as Bob Dylan on northern Minnesota’s Iron Range, Rich Mattson came up learning songs from John Denver to Van Halen with a little Elvis Costello and Neil Young tossed into the mix. Add in some heaping handfuls of U2, the Replacements, and CCR and blend until the ingredients come splattering in bits and pieces and you have around 500 tunes and this fella’s discography. Now residing in Sparta with his partner Germaine Gemberling, the two have been writing, recording, and performing together since 2010. Their many albums have received rave reviews and high praise from the indie rock/americana/jangle-core crowd. The Northstars perform all around MN and beyond and have been invited to share the stage with such notable acts as the Built To Spill, Minus 5, the Jayhawks, Drivin’ and Cryin’, and Trampled By Turtles….
Theory of Light Album Release & The Electric Quintet
Theory of Light is jazz, funk, and fusion from the Twin Ports! The Aaron O’Connor Electric Quintet is an innovative fusion group led by trumpeter Aaron O’Connor.
MPR News Meet-Up: Post State Convention Happy Hour
Join us for a Happy Hour following the State Convention with MPR News Politics Editor & “Politics Friday” Host, Brian Bakst. Brian will share a few reflections and observations from the convention floor, including the atmosphere, key storylines, and some of the moments that don’t always make it into the daily coverage. Most importantly, though, this is meant to be a relaxed and social evening – a chance to unwind, catch up, and enjoy good company during what promises to be a memorable week in politics. Join us for an evening of conversation, and a behind-the-scenes perspective from convention week. Whether you’re deeply involved in politics, casually following the news, or simply looking to connect with interesting people, we’d love to have you there. Free – Registration Recommended.
Eldest Daughter | Live Music in The Yard!
Eldest Daughter is an up and coming indie rock project, fronted by Monica Merila. Featuring a strong female vocal lead and powerful lyrics backed up catchy melodies, fans of Alanis Morisette and the 90’s/early 2000’s alternative scene will feel right at home. Bad weather? We’ll move the music indoors!