Once in a while, a band comes along that defies categorization, and Feed the Dog is just sucha band. Hailing   the Midwest, this dynamic quartet seamlessly blends an eclectic mix of genres, including jam, bluegrass, soul, funk, and Americana, into a singular sound that is uniquely their own. At the core of Feed the Dog's music lies a lyrical sensibility that is both cerebral and emotive, with an emphasis on crafting vivid imagery and thought-provoking narratives that resonate deeply with their audience.

This eclectic and action-packed, experimental jam-grass act is a Midwest-based four-piece that masterfully blends soul-pleasing songwriting with a genre-bending, shake-your-hips instrumental flair. Their high-energy performances are driven by the unique and progressive approach of each player: imaginative melodies with graceful ambiance skillfully crafted on the violin, tireless beats both dynamic and soulful confidently assembled on the drums, driving low end with finesse and intention forged on the bass guitar, and unique approach to playing the acoustic guitar blending fast picking bluegrass runs with the strength of blues and rock to evoke an emotional contrast between melancholy and hopeful.

Whether they're performing live or in the studio, Feed the Dog always brings their A-game, delivering high-energy performances that leave audiences breathless. It's this unique blend of styles, skills, and musical vision that has made Feed the Dog one of the most exciting and talked-about bands on the scene today.The band started in July of 2015 and has been relentlessly playing festivals, theaters, and clubs alongside regional and national touring acts.

"Ding Dang," the band's third full-length album, was released in September 2021.

Nashville’s psychedelic punk-grass rockers, Sicard Hollow, grew up sick of any existing institution telling them who and what to be. Now, as they navigate adulthood, they’re equally tired of the music institutions telling them what their music should sound like—so they dunked it in patchouli and a skate-and-destroy ethos that brings an enduring sound into the modern age.

Before the band met in 2018, none of the members ever considered playing bluegrass. Matt Rennick (violin) was working on electronic music, Will Herrin (mandolin/vocals) was playing guitar in rock bands, and Alex King (guitar/vocals) was barely playing music at all. After a few jam sessions, the bluegrass just kind of happened. Since adding Parrish Gabriel (bass) in the Fall of 2019, the band has been on a journey of self discovery within the genre while challenging themselves to make it their own. Whether it was skateboarding or chasing jam bands, singer/guitar-player Alex King always had a fierce desire to succeed on his own terms. He spent years as an artist without an art-form, searching for a home by pouring every bit of his sweat and heart into anything he was doing. “It took years for me to land on music,” King says, referencing “This I Know” from the album, “but when I found that fire inside my heart, I found my home.”

It just so happened that finding that home coincided with the shutdown of live music due to the pandemic that canceled the entire release tour supporting their debut studio record, ‘Secret of the Breeze.’ During that time, the band turned inward to reflect on their identity and how they could add their generation’s voice to a timeless genre of music. The result, with the help of producer John Mailander (Billy Strings, Bruce Hornsby) and Recording/mixing engineer Dan Davis (Billy Strings, Zac Brown Band, Dierks Bentley), was a combination of pop-punk melodies, psychedelic instrumental breaks, and existential song-writing all packaged as a bluegrass quartet dressed in tattoos and tie-dyes.

Tracks like Herrin’s “Escape the Unknown,” wrestle with staying true to yourself in a world seemingly fueled by mob-mentality. This positive skepticism toward the mainstream permeates the entire record. Songs like “Forecast of Life” and “Where I’m At” impress a new-American-Zen that dances through the chaos with a smile on your face. If unapologetically being yourself is the key to finding the “Brightest of Days” ahead, then you’ll hear it here first from Sicard Hollow.

That’s right folks. It is TWINE time! This heavy hitting 6-piece band based out of Minnesota fronted by guitarist/lyricist Will Effertz is an experience that is never the same once. TWINE is known for their ability to listen to each other intently as well their genuine passion for "reading the room" which allows the energy of the crowd to persuade the bands direction of the flow during improvisational moments.

Twine infuses the night with a blend of funk, rock, blues, americana, world inspired rhythms all combined into what is called the "Jam". The night consists of music they have written which paints the soundwaves with imaginative lyrics, dynamic rhythms and symphonic melodies as well as covers of bands that span generations!

For Fans Of... The Grateful Dead, Sturgill Simpson, Charlie Parr

Psychedelic cowboy songs featuring touring musicians who have all made their home in beautiful Winona, MN. What started as a country band turned into an exploration of music combined with all of our various influences including and not limited to Folk, R&B, Psychedelic Jam, Folk, Bluegrass and Pop/Dance while remaining in tune with the aspects of classic country music. 

Texas Toast features original music combined with covers of our influences. The band has captivated audiences with sets at Boats and Bluegrass festival the past 3 years, Blue Ox Music festival, People Fest and Midwest Music Fest. Something special always happens when the band takes the stage together. In February 2023 the band hit Pachyderm Studios with Producer Chad Staehly and released their second EP May 16, 2023 titled “Big River Killer”. The band is currently testing and exploring new original tunes for our 2024 recording session.