Reverend Raven and The Chain Smokin Altar Boys Concert By Mitzi Beliveau It was in the fall at Wilebski’s Blues Saloon that I first heard Revered Raven and The Chain Smokin Altar Boys. I knew I was in for a treat when over 90 of my dancers showed up and a record number of people … Continue reading Reverend Raven and The Chain Smokin Altar Boys Concert
Category: Soft Rock and Roll
SnapShot: Vinnie Rose
Vinnie Rose By Mitzi Beliveau I was with about 20 of my friends eating when I heard music from the other room at Adagio’s Pizza Factory in New Brighton Minnesota. I asked the wait staff who this young talented man was. They had me talk to the manager. Vinnie Rose sings at the New Brighton’s … Continue reading SnapShot: Vinnie Rose
Lamont Cranston Band with Bruce McCabe Concert
Lamont Cranston Band with Bruce McCabe Concert By Mitzi Beliveau It was another Friday night at Wilebski’s Blues Saloon. The place was packed in the excitement to hear the famous band Lamont Cranston Band, who have been celebrated since 1960 with recording after recording hit songs. If you have ever listened to this band, you … Continue reading Lamont Cranston Band with Bruce McCabe Concert
Snapshot: Chris Olson (Elvis Impersonator)
Chris Olson (Elvis Impersonator) By Mitzi Beliveau I was with a group of my friends to see Chris Olson at Mancini's Char House in Saint Paul, MN. It was a mid-week event, but the house was packed. I arrived two hours early, and I was able to get the last two tables for my group. … Continue reading Snapshot: Chris Olson (Elvis Impersonator)
Vintage Raggs
Vintage Raggs By Mitzi Beliveau It was a fall evening and I was at PD Pappys in Stillwater, MN. With a few of my dance friends. We were all there to see a band I have seen many times, Vintage Raggs. I always get there early to talk to the band members before they start … Continue reading Vintage Raggs
Snapshot: Dorothy Doring
Dorothy Doring By Mitzi Beliveau I was at a Memorial for a friend who was a great man and musician. One of the things we do in the Music community is to have a Jam Session in their honor. This is where I met Dorothy Doring. I had heard about her and it was the … Continue reading Snapshot: Dorothy Doring
Snapshot: Cherry Gun Band
Cherry Gun Band By Mitzi Beliveau Good music will come and go, but great music enjoyment lasts a lifetime. That is what I found in Cherry Gun. A four-piece band that always includes their sound guy! I was at a bar and grill in Stillwater Minnesota when I heard Cherry Gun for the first time. … Continue reading Snapshot: Cherry Gun Band
Snapshot: Ms. Loralea
Snapshot: Ms. Loralea By Mitzi Beliveau In the middle of the state of Minnesota, you will be able to hear some of the best bands in the small towns. The groups and individuals are not well known in the “Big City.” These small towns have some great music. I came across one very talented woman … Continue reading Snapshot: Ms. Loralea
70s Magic Sunshine Band
70s Magic Sunshine Band By Mitzi Beliveau It was a Saturday night at PD Pappys in Stillwater, MN. I and 45 of my dance friends went to hear and dance to the beautiful 70s Magic Sunshine Band. I had heard them two years ago, but his time they were even better than before. I … Continue reading 70s Magic Sunshine Band
Snapshot: David Burkart
David Burkart By Mitzi Beliveau It was a cloudy Saturday afternoon, and I was eating alone at PD Pappy’s in Stillwater, MN. I walked through the back door and sat down near one of the open enclosed patio doors. As I sat down, I heard the most delightful music coming from the other side of … Continue reading Snapshot: David Burkart