Barbaro w. special guest Good Morning Bedlam
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Sponsored by The Current
Friday, October 15, 2021
7 pm Doors // 8 pm Music
$40 VIP (Premium seating + artist meet & greet)
$25 Preferred Reserved
$17 Advance General Admission
Ticket Purchases are Final and Non-Refundable
All Ages
Bluegrass legends-in-the-making, Barbaro’s musical vision explores their collective life experiences through intricate instrumentation, creatively bending traditional music into a style that is all their own.
Opening the night will be acclaimed folk band Good Morning Bedlam, renowned for their high energy performances and spine-tingling harmonies.
The Minneapolis-Winona based rising stars have created their eclectic sound through original songwriting craft, with inspiration derived from bluegrass, jazz and chamber music. Their latest album, Dressed in Roses, stands as a true testament to their musical identity and the sound that has launched one of the Midwest’s most in-demand acoustic acts.
Barbaro brighten the Midwest bluegrass scene. — The Bluegrass Situation
Barbaro budge beyond the bounds of bluegrass. — The Current, Minnesota Public Radio
‘Dressed in Roses’ provides a bountiful bouquet and a remarkably rich one at that. Make no mistake — it’s just that good. — Bluegrass Today
Barbaro is a unique blend of original, crafty songwriting that makes them an odds-on favorite for a breakout year. — Music in Minnesota
Characterized by their minimal, acoustic setup, Barbaro is an integral part of Minneapolis’ up-and-coming folk / old-time scene. Fusing bluegrass, jazz and chamber music, Barbaro’s sound is representative of the American folk identity. — Music Mecca Magazine
When I listen to Barbaro I find myself leaning in to the sound… trying to figure out where this unique blend came from, and where it’s going next! — Mike Pengra, Minnesota Public Radio, Radio Heartland
Good Morning Bedlam has quickly become an innovative force in the midwest folk scene. Their shows are known for their contagious energy, with members careening about the stage, jumping and dancing with a wild playfulness. With tight soaring three-part harmonies, and thumping kick-drum, they captivate their audience night after night with no intention of slowing down. Every song is a unique twist on what is generally dubbed as folk music. Just when you think you have Good Morning Bedlam pegged, they take you in another direction. You will be treated to a haunting waltz, whistling, jazz scatting, and the euphoria of the violin melodies.
Good Morning Bedlam released their sophomore album, Like Kings, in July of 2018. In June of 2019, GMB ended their first full touring year of two-hundred-plus shows by winning first place at the John Hartford Memorial Festival Band Competition.
Good Morning Bedlam is:
Isaak Gill Elker (guitar/vocals)
Victoria Elker (bass/vocals)
Sophia Mae (violin/vocals)
