Live Music

The Soul Train is a premier soul and funk band hailing from Rochester Minnesota. The Soul Trail was established in 2020 by founding members LaSonya Natividad and Rocky Schultz. This outstanding band is sure to make you move and groove while covering 7 decades of soul’s favorites with a dabble...

Swing Street is a 17-piece jazz band based in southeast Minnesota with a repertoire including hits from Count Basie, Duke Ellington, Glenn Miller, Stan Kenton, Buddy Rich, Woody Herman, Arturo Sandoval, Gordon Goodwin, and many more!

The Gopher Tones are a South Eastern Minnesota blues rock band that coalesce behind the dynamic vocals of Craig Tangen, seasoned Detroit keyboardist Mick Zampogna, and the Minnesota Blues Hall of Fame guitar stylings of Tom Kochie. Rounding out the rhythm section are groovemasters Brian Engan on drums and Tim Scribner on...

Join Us for an Unforgettable Night of ABBA Magic at Rochesterfest! Indulge in the mesmerizing melodies, infectious energy, and iconic hits that made ABBA a global sensation. Join us for a concert experience like no other as fABBAulous takes the stage, delivering pitch-perfect renditions of all your favorite ABBA classics.

Jae Havoc (aka Joe McShan) is a Rochester, MN-based emcee and producer known for his sharp lyricism, dynamic storytelling, and genre-blending sound. Rooted in hip-hop but influenced by everything from punk rock and jazz to soul and metal, his music defies expectations while staying true to his raw, honest approach....

Honky Tonk Happy Hour! Get your boots on and we’ll go honky tonkin’ round this town. This toe-tapping country dance band is coming to you… get ready to dance the night away. Featuring classics from Emmy Lou Harris to Waylon Jennings to Merle Haggard. YeeHaw!

The award winning, High 48s Bluegrass Band, is teaming up with Becky Schlegel, combining their high-energy modern bluegrass sound with Schlegel’s soulful singing and her sophisticated take on three-chords-and-the-truth country songwriting. Music at its finest.  Bluegrass meet Country meets Americana.

Amanda is a Minnesota native and has released music drifting between folk, alt- pop/rock and Americana. With roots as a pianist, her writing is thematically varied with an emphasis on melody; with ballads wrapped in warm vocals. In 2016 she received a Front Of The Line Pass from The Voice...

Uptown Jazz, is southeast Minnesota's premier little big band. Our band features six horns, a full rhythm section and two vocalists bringing you the most popular songs from many jazz eras. From the crooning sounds of Frank Sinatra and Michael Buble, to the swinging jazz styles of Ella Fitzgerald and...

The Rockin' Hep Cats are an authentic tribute band that specializes in the American roots music of R&B, Rockabilly, and Country & Western. Step back in time to the mid to late 1950's and discover the history of what a Rock N Roll Concert was like! From Elvis Presley to...

The Nostalgic No Names, have been performing music from the 60’s, 70’s and 80’s for the past 9 years.

Sister Luv is more than just a musical ensemble; it is a vibrant tapestry woven from the talents and passions of three generations, creating an unforgettable entertainment experience. With a diverse repertoire that spans decades—from the captivating melodies of the 1920s to the infectious pop hits of the 1980s, and...

Prepare to be dazzled by the incredible sounds of Incognito, as they take the stage for a night of unforgettable music and entertainment! Get ready to immerse yourself in a sonic experience like no other, as Incognito brings their unique blend of genres, captivating rhythms, and soulful melodies to the...

Push & Turn is an energetic Reggae Fusion band from Rochester, MN that continues to explore new harmonies, melodies, and uplifting lyrics while adding funk, blues, and jam feels to their Reggae music.