Category: American Legion

Triggerfish

by mitzib1, posted in America, American Legion, Bar, Bar and Restaurant, Dancing, Easy Listening Music, Legions, Minneapolis/Saint Paul area, Minnesota, Motown Music, Music, Rock and Roll, Savage, MN, Small Music Business, Soft Rock and Roll

By Mitzi Beliveau It was the beginning of summer, and one of the places I went to had a unique band playing there. The band’s name was Triggerfish, and the place was the Savage American Legion in Savage, Minnesota. Also known as the Dan Patch Post 643. A few friends told me this was one … Continue reading Triggerfish

The ZackaryZ

by mitzib1, posted in American Legion, Bar, Bar and Restaurant, Dancing, Legions, Midwest Music Sound, Minneapolis/Saint Paul area, Minnesota, Minnesota Music Sound, Motown Music, Music, Rock and Roll, Rosemound, MN, Small Music Business, Soft Rock and Roll, Wisconsin

The ZackaryZ By Mitzi Beliveau James Zackary lead and rhythm guitar. Alex Zachary bass guitar. Swanee, lead and rhythm guitar, keyboard, and sax. Singers, James, Alex, and Swanee. Drums Michael Velesajuez, also known as Taco! Fantastic music with two generations of musicians and singers in the band was amazing and refreshing. I had been invited … Continue reading The ZackaryZ

The Red Devils Band, 34th Red Bull Infantry Division

by mitzib1, posted in American Legion, Bar and Restaurant, Benifit, Dancing, Legions, Minnesota, Motown Music, Music, Rock and Roll, Rosemount, MN, Soft Rock and Roll

The Red Devils Band, 34th Red Bull Infantry Division By Mitzi Beliveau I was invited to the Rosemount American Legion by both the manager and Event Coordinator to see a special event they had to fundraise for the Yellow Ribbon Project and The Red Cross. The band that was playing was the Minnesota Red Bull … Continue reading The Red Devils Band, 34th Red Bull Infantry Division

Top Music Awards for 2019 Minneapolis/Saint Paul Area First Year Awards

by mitzib1, posted in American Legion, Apple Valley, Minnesota, Award winners, Big Band Music, Bloomington, MN, Blues, Chicago blues, Country Blues, Country Music, Country Rock, County Blues, Golden Valley, Minnesota, Jam Sessions, Jazz, Legions, Minneapolis, Minneapolis/Saint Paul area, Minnesota, Motown Music, Music, Music Award Winners for Minneapolis/Saint Paul, MN, Rock and Roll, Rockabilly, Saint Paul, MN, Soft Rock and Roll, Southern Blues

  Top Music Awards for 2019 Minneapolis/Saint Paul Area First Year Awards By Mitzi Beliveau At the end of each year, I will look over my stories and music downloads and list the top famous read story in each category. Also, the most uploads each year of music videos taped. Last two years, there were … Continue reading Top Music Awards for 2019 Minneapolis/Saint Paul Area First Year Awards

Brian Naughton Band

by mitzib1, posted in American Legion, Bar and Restaurant, Blues, Dancing, Jazz, Minneapolis/Saint Paul area, Minnesota, Music, Non Profits, Richfield, Minnesota, Rock and Roll

Brian Naughton Band By Mitzi Beliveau It was a warm winter Saturday night that I finally had time to see the Brian Naughton Band. I had heard Brian as his many friends ask him to sing and play his guitar with several other bands aa a guest. It is indeed an honor to be a … Continue reading Brian Naughton Band

Spotlight: Todd Martenson

by mitzib1, posted in American Legion, Bar, Bar and Restaurant, Bloomington, MN, Blues, Chicago blues, Country Music, Country Rock, Jam Sessions, Minnesota, Motown Music, Music, Non Profits, Rock and Roll, Soft Rock and Roll, Southern Blues

Spotlight: Todd Martenson By Mitzi Beliveau It was at the Monday night Apple Jam Session in Apple Valley, Minnesota at the American Legion, that I met and heard Todd Martenson sing and play the guitar. Todd, as his friends call him, told me that he did not start playing the guitar until he was 35 … Continue reading Spotlight: Todd Martenson

Spotlight: Ginny Davis

by mitzib1, posted in American Legion, Apple Valley, Minnesota, Bar and Restaurant, Blues, Country Music, Country Rock, Minnesota, Motown Music, Music, Rock and Roll, Rockabilly, Soft Rock and Roll, Southern Blues

Spotlight: Ginny Davis By Mitzi Beliveau It was in the winter of 2018 that I first heard Ginny Davis sing at the Jam Session at the Apple Valley, Minnesota American Legion. Ginny was a bit shy, and I encouraged her to sing. I told her I would be right up front. Ginny, as her friends … Continue reading Spotlight: Ginny Davis

Spotlight: Roceathia/Pearl

by mitzib1, posted in American Legion, Apple Valley, Minnesota, Blues, Chicago blues, Jazz, Minnesota, Motown Music, Music, Rock and Roll, Soft Rock and Roll

Spotlight: Roceathia/Pearl By Mitzi Beliveau It was a Monday night at the Apple Valley Jam Session at the Apple Valley Legion that I first heard Ms. Roceathia. A bold and sassy seasoned voice. I could tell she had been singing a while. Everyone at the Legion was in awe of her voice and presentation of … Continue reading Spotlight: Roceathia/Pearl

Spotlight: ECHO

by mitzib1, posted in American Legion, Bar and Restaurant, Blues, Dancing, Minnesota, Motown Music, Music, Richfield, Minnesota, Rock and Roll, Rockabilly

Spotlight: ECHO By Mitzi Beliveau It was a Thursday evening with friends we went dancing at the Richfield Legion in Richfield, Minnesota. It was a warm evening but it was even hotter inside with the music from ECHO. The main singer was outstanding, Mayo Lapakko. A well-seasoned singer with a strong voice always on the … Continue reading Spotlight: ECHO

Spotlight: Liz Pollard-Seagren

by mitzib1, posted in American Legion, Apple Valley, Minnesota, Bar and Restaurant, Chicago blues, Jazz, Minnesota, Motown Music, Music, Music Video, Rock and Roll, Soft Rock and Roll, Southern Blues

Spotlight: Liz Pollard-Seagren By Mitzi Beliveau It was at a Monday Night Jam Session in Apple Valley Minnesota at the Apple Valley Legion that I first heard Liz, as all her friends call her, sing. A multi-talented singer who in my opinion, will soon be singing on her own. Liz, as she is called by … Continue reading Spotlight: Liz Pollard-Seagren