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Heatbox on the Scenic Route

Heatbox is the alter ego of Aaron Heaton, a Minneapolis based vocal performer who mixes beatboxing and acapella with a number of looping effects to create rich and complex songs with a hip hop vibe. He talks to Will Moore about his process and lets his unique personality out.

Rich Lewis Band performs live on WTIP

The Rich Lewis Band hails from the Twin Cities and combines rock, blues, R&B, and soul into their eclectic sound. Lewis and several of the other members have been playing together, and with other notable Minnesota musicians, for over 50 years.

The group joined Dave and Julie on the back porch during a weekend playing at the Gunflint Tavern.

MHB – NEWBIES

Host, Carl Unbehaun, presents a cavalcade of songs by Minnesota songwriters along with his musical musings! New artists this week included The Orange Goodness, Megan Kleven & Greg Beck. And we report on a New York brewery that puts its Help Wanted on their beer cans–all on MHB!

(Aired 07/22/2021)

MHB – PERFORMING SONGWRITERS

host, Carl Unbehaun, presents a cavalcade of songs by Minnesota songwriters along with his musical musings! On this episode, we feature songs by songwriters who perform regularly, including tunes by The Woodpicks, Tim Fast & Sarah Morris. And we report on the best drinking spots in MN and surrounding states–all on MHB!

(Aired 07/15/2021)

Charmin Michelle and Dennis Spears Share the Stage at Crooners in Minneapolis This Sunday

Charmin Michelle and Dennis Spears have been friends for so long that it’s kind of a surprise that they’ve never shared a stage. But that changes this Sunday at 6 PM at Crooner’s in Minneapolis. When Charmin and Dennis got together with Phil Nusbaum, the talk turned to some of their old Minneapolis hangouts, like the long departed Times Bar.


Katia Cardenas Sings for Audiences Again After a Long Break

With her voice injury and Covid in the rearview mirror, Katia Cardenas is back singing jazz. Katia told Phil Nusbaum that hers is a mix of picking up where she left up, and new ideas caused by reflection.

Josh Cleveland Band on The Roadhouse

The Josh Cleveland Band joined the Roadhouse crew for an outdoor performance during our Rock Steady membership drive.

Naturalist Kurt Mead shares thoughts on building rock cairns

During our Rock Steady membership drive, we thought we’d look into the topic of stacking rocks, or making cairns. Kurt Mead, interpretive naturalist at Tettegouche State Park, joined Brian to discuss the ongoing debate.

Maud Hixson Presents Two Great Shows at Crooner’s in Minneapolis

Maud Hixson performs Songs of the 1920s this Saturday July 24 at Crooner’s in Minneapolis. Then on Sunday August 1, Maud is right back at Crooner’s with a 6-piece group, French 75. Maud has been very successful presenting shows about specific eras. When Maud talked to Phil Nusbaum, he asked where that idea comes from.


New foods coming to the state fair this year

After losing a year of the Minnesota State Fair to COVID, the fair is on track to open again this summer as usual. And of course, that means…new foods! Nikki Hines is the person that books the food vendors for the fair. She joined Julie to give us a preview of what we can expect.

WTIP’s The Roadhouse is supported in part by funding from the Minnesota Arts and Cultural Heritage Fund.

Pete K joins Roadhouse live

Favorite local musician Pete K joined The Roadhouse for our first live in-studio music session in more than a year! You can learn more about Pete’s music and schedule here.

WTIP’s The Roadhouse is supported in part by funding from the Minnesota Arts and Cultural Heritage Fund.

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