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in InterviewsMile of Music Interview: Buffalo Rose
Charismatic 6-piece modern folk group Buffalo Rose from Pittsburgh experienced their very first Mile of Music Festival by playing at a variety of different venues across Appleton, WI. Witnessing their very last set in the 4 days, it was shocking the amount of energy and magnetism that they still had after performing so much. Lead […] More
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Mile of Music Interview: Joy Clark
New Orleans-born singer-songwriter Joy Clark celebrated her second Mile of Music Festival by bringing a calm wave of radiating positivity to all of her sets. Clark has received national accolades for creating soulful songs that celebrate peace and the overwhelming power of love. Her contributions to the Black Opry and her all-encompassing passion for performing […] More
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Mile of Music Interview: Anthony D’Amato
New York native Anthony D’Amato connected with us last weekend just after his performance at the Mile of Music Festival. As a first-timer at the festival, Anthony pulled double duty playing solo as well as in the new super-group Fantastic Cat, which a Rolling Stone staffer introduced as his favorite new band. Last year, D’Amato […] More
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The Great Midwest Ribfest at Mystic Lake: Where Ribs, Food, and Music Come Together
The three-day Great Midwest Ribfest at Mystic Lake featured fun and overindulgence of barbecue and the music of Pam Tillis and Clay Walker for “Country Night,” American Authors and The Fray for “Modern Rock Night,” and Tommy Tutone and Rick Springfield for “Classic Rock Night.” The first artist on stage was Pam Tillis, the lady […] More
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[Photo Recap] Blue Ox Music Festival 2023
Last weekend, beneath the pines outside of Eau Claire, Wisconsin, the 9th iteration of the intimate Blue Ox Music Festival was held. This year felt extra special since it was the first time the festival officially sold out. The three days combined three different stages, filled with artists covering a dynamic range of Americana and […] More
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Rochester Thaw Festival Takes Over Downtown Saturday, March 25th
Rochester has quite the musical treat for its residents and surrounding communities this Saturday, March 25th. The Rochester Thaw is a music festival taking over downtown with 30 performances in 6 different venues: Chateau Theater, Bleu Duck Kitchen, Cafe Steam – Broadway, Art Heads Emporium, LC’s Venue, and Treedome. The headliners are Bad Bad Hats […] More
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Contest Winner Dave’s Unique Fan Experience at Blue Ox Festival
Music in Minnesota and Blue Ox teamed up to give a fan a special experience at the Blue Ox Festival. Our winner Dave Noles is a fun, friendly, social guy who lives in Hudson, WI. He works as a partner manager at Infinite Campus, working with schools and nonprofits. He also is co-owner of FlagHockey.net. […] More
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Enter to Win a Pair of Tickets to Blue Ox Music Festival: June 23-25th, 2022
If you followed our coverage last year of Blue Ox Music Festival, you got a heavy dose of the intimate Bluegrass and Americana music experience with exclusive interviews and photos. With only 57 days until the return of the 3 day fan-centric magical festival, we are proud to announce a special look at 2022’s lineup […] More
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Blue Ox Music Festival announces star-studded lineup for 2022
For many people, the annual trip to Blue Ox Music Festival in Eau Claire, Wisconsin is a major destination. Blue Ox features instrument workshops, art installations, a 9-hole disc golf course, a family stage for children’s activities. But the main attraction is the 3 stages filled with nonstop Bluegrass, Americana, Blues, and Country cross-blends of […] More
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The Basilica Block Party Returns with Powerful Performances
2021 Basilica Block Party Recap by Dylan Novacek The Basilica Block Party, one of the Twin Cities largest and longest running music festivals, returned following its year away due to COVID-19. Typically held in July, the Cities 97.1 sponsored event was moved to September, which provided perfect weather for two nights of great live music. […] More
