The Live Feed

Tonight on the Live Feed, we have a special treat from Winona's own alternative rapper, LAN3S with a live concert recorded on the day of the debut of her latest album, Wannabe Superstar! Following up from her episode on The Sound, LAN3S decided to hold a celebratory party and concert at the basement level of Bubs Brewery. Boy was it a blizzard, and many folks came in looking like the abominable sn...

Today on the Live Feed we take you to Boats and Bluegrass 2023 for a Live Performance by High and Rising. This Groovy Grass grew sprouted from the lands of the Mighty Mississippi. Much like the river they sprouted from their music roars and flows creating a fresh take on the Bluegrass and Folk Americana genres. Truth to their name excitement was high when they took the stage and it is clear they a...

“Boats annnnd!” Tonight on the Live Feed we have more Boats & Bluegrass for ya with a live performance from Carriage House. Carriage house is a husband and wife folk duo based in the driftless region. In September 2023 they brought their unique blend of ethereal melodies and heartfelt lyrics to the stage at Boats and Bluegrass here in Winona, MN. And now, we are bringing that experience to you...

“Boats annnnd!” Tonight on the Live Feed we take you back to Boats and Bluegrass 2023 for a LIVE performance from Feeding Leroy. Feeding Leroy, outta Duluth, MN, has been a staple at Boats and Bluegrass longer than some folks can remember, and with good reason! One reason might be that some folks can’t remember too well, but that’s not the good reason I was talking about. The good reason they keep...

“Boats annnnd!” Tonight on the Live Feed we take you back to Boats and Bluegrass 2023 for a LIVE performance from The Pistol Whippin’ Party Penguins! Whew! That is a mouthful. And they’re not really penguins, and I don’t think they go around pistol whippin’ folks either. But what they do… um do, is play some good ol’ traditional American string band music with their own spin on it, ‘cause ya gotta...

Tonight on The Live Feed, we have a special holiday episode featuring Winona’s own Johnson Street Underground. Johnson Street Underground is an a capella group that covers a wide variety of musical genres from Dolly Parton to the Beatles to Adele. Tonight they turn their talents more towards themes of wintery nights, holiday cheer and Christmas. The group is comprised of Matt Schultz as the dramat...

“Boats annnnd!” Tonight on the Live Feed we take you back to Boats and Bluegrass 2023 for a LIVE performance from the crunchiest psychedelic band Texas Toast- Ope, hold on, my toast is ready *crunch* mmmmmmm crunchy. So whether you prefer your toast with butter, fruit, or topped off with eggs and bacon, nothing beats the beats from this groovy folk band. I'm Dylan Alzate, and prep your ovens, a ba...

“Boats annnnd!” What’s that? You want more? Well, we got more Boats and Bluegrass 2023 comin at ya right now with a live performance from Chicken Wire Empire. Hailing from across the river and through the woods, this Milwaukee quintet are Boats veterans, favorites, and they deliver every time. With a balanced mix of old time string band and contemporary bluegrass these chicken pickers will take yo...

“Boats annnnd!” What’s that? You want more? Well, we got more Boats and Bluegrass 2023 comin at ya with a live performance from Buffalo Galaxy. Launching out of Minneapolis, these galactic string band pickers are spreading their own brand of cosmic grass throughout the galaxy and beyond… one might even call them intergalactic. So buckle up, saddle up and prepare to go where the buffalo roam but no...

Tonight on the Live Feed, we take you back to Boats and Bluegrass 2023 for a live performance from Barefoot Bluegrass. True to their name, this band rocked the stage completely barefoot while encouraging others to join the fray. Their focus of bluegrass and jam music is sure to rock your socks off and have you dancing in no time. So take off your shoes and crank up the radio, and experience  Baref...

“Boats annnnd!” What’s that? You want more? Well, we got more Boats and Bluegrass 2023 comin at ya this Friday with a live performance from The Foxgloves. Hailing from Minneapolis this group of six talented ladies brought their A game when they hit the stage at Boats. And lucky for you, KQAL was there to capture the magic. So sit back, take a deep breath and get ready for the magic that is, The Fo...

“Boats annnnd!” That’s right, once again we are bringing you the groovy grassy jammy sounds of Boats and Bluegrass 2023. Tonight, we bring you some cosmic jam grass from Adam Greuel and the Space Burritos. Although they might be based out of Steven’s Point, WI, Adam Greuel and the Space Burritos will take you to the far reaches of the galaxy with their brand of cosmic american bluegrass. Hehe. I’m...

“Boats annnnd!” That’s right, once again we are bringing you the groovy grassy jammy sounds of Boats and Bluegrass 2023. Tonight we bring you a live set from Dig Deep. Hailing from Stevens Point, WI, Dig Deep definitely has their own take on bluegrass. As the Milwaukee Record put it, “These guys are like the bluegrass equivalent of the “Dogs Playing Poker” painting.” Odd paintings and tapestries a...

Boats annnnd! That’s right, once again we are bringing you the groovy grassy jammy sounds of Boats and Bluegrass 2023. Tonight we bring you a live set from the Milbillies. Where are the Milbillies from? Over the river and through the woods, then across the great state of Wisconsin, to the state’s east coast, that’s Milwaukee folks. I’m Bill Stoneberg, asking you to get up and git down with the Mil...

Tonight on the Live Feed we return to Boats and Bluegrass 2023 for a live performance by the Roe Family Singers. Starting out as a tribute to the late country legends Johnny and June Carter Cash, these artists have been performing music together since 2003. In 2011 they won the McKnight Fellowship for Performing Artist, allowing them to become full-time musicians. They continued to make their musi...

Boats annnnd! That’s right, once again we are bringing you the groovy grassy jammy sounds of Boats and Bluegrass 2023. Tonight’s installment features country crooner Molly Brandt. Originally from Iowa, Molly now calls Minneapolis her home base, in other words, she is now a northern woman with an affinity for the driftless region (wink wink). And she has released a banger of a debut album, which we...

Tonight on The Live Feed, we kick off Boats & Bluegrass 2023 with the blackest of rivers, the riverest of Revues, Black River Revue. This bluegrass americana band began in 2013 with their debut album "Garbage Pickin'". Fast forward to today and they've won 2017's album of the year in the Duluth Reader Weekly and came to Boats and Bluegrass to have some fun. I'm Dylan Alzate and get ready to ja...

Tonight on The Live Feed we take you to Beers and Bluegrass for Pert Near Sandstone. The group of 5 hail from the Twin Cities and knows how to keep the crowd alive. With their infectious energy, the combination of various string instruments, and the clog shoes made for a lively performance, I'm Sophie Herber, and I promise you don't wanna miss this. Now, LIVE from Beers n Bluegrass at Island City,...

Tonight on The Live Feed we take you to Beers and Bluegrass for regional favorite, Charlie Parr. Singer, songwriter, and guitarist whose style is deeply tied to the blues and folk traditions. Charlie’s rural upbringing is reflected in his life but also in his musical style. Charlie is constantly touring and has released numerous albums throughout the years and has become a Winona favorite. I’m Han...

Tonight, on The Live Feed we take you back to Mid West Music Fest 2023 for a live performance by Pop Star. The name may make you think this is your generic pop band, and you'd be mistaken! Decorated in bright colors and rainbow lights, Pop Star quickly shattered the preconception with the shock of striking drums, aggressive guitars and their own personality. Now LIVE from Mid West Music Fest 2023...

Tonight, on The Live Feed we take you back to Mid West Music Fest 2023 for Late Nite Laundry. Although there are laundries that are open late at night all over the place, this Late Nite Laundry happens to be from Chicago, Il. And boy are they fresh! …(inhale) mmmmm, fresh… So whether you prefer spring breeze, citrus, or lavender… or just the hum of fluorescent lighting at 3am, then Late Nite Laund...

Tonight on the Live Feed we return to Mid West Music Fest 2023 for a live performance by Fenix Dion. Based in Minneapolis Minnesota, Fenix Dion has made a grand entrance on the Minnesota music scene with their mellow tones and catchy beats. Will they be the best thing you have heard in the last 10 years? Here they are live from Mid West Music Fest 2023 it's Fenix Dion tonight on the Live Feed. Ori...

Tonight, on The Live Feed we take you back to Mid West Music Fest 2023 for Charlie Boy. Hailing from La Crosse, WI. Charlie Boy is neither a boy, nor a Charlie, but is made up of Kaya, Keegan, Owen and Samuel. In their own words, they are four pals making music. I’m Bill Stoneberg, sayin let’s open our ears for our new friends Charlie Boy and see just what kind of music these four pals make. It’s...

Tonight on The Live Feed we take you back to Mid West Music Fest 2023 for the A number one hit musical stylings of Busey. Busey, a shapeshifting noisey, garagey, grungey, punk, stoner rock outfit from Minneapolis is bound to delight and titillate your earholes and your brains alike. I’m Bill Stoneberg, asking you to get ready or get out of the way for Minneapolis’ Busey, LIVE from MWMF 2023 at No...

Tonight on The Live Feed we take you to Mid West Music Fest 2023 for regional favories Mae Simpson. Lead singer Mae Simpson and her seven-piece band brings audiences to their feet with powerful percussion and horns. The Minneapilis-based singer songwriter explores elements of funk, soul, pop, rock and country into her sound. Mae and her bandmates leave it all the stage at the 2023 MWMF. I'm Hannah...