The White Squirrel Bar

The Second Stringers w. Special Guests
2026-08-05 18:00 - 20:00 (America/Chicago)
The Second Stringers consists of Lars-Erik Larson on drums, Nick Salisbury on bass, and Blair Krivanek on guitar. Between the three of them they have filled out the rhythm section for groups such as Dead Man Winter, Sonny Knight and the Lakers, Ryan Bingham, Brian Fallon, Sarah Morris, Mike Munson, Jack Klatt, and many others. They play at the White Squirrel the first Wednesday of every month where they stretch out on an eclectic range of tunes from country classics, old folk songs, and deep cut soul tunes. Often they are joined by the who’s who of local songwriters as their special guests every month, where they get to show off their skills as professional sidemen. They look forward to the first Wednesday every month and they’d be thrilled if you came by to join them sometime.

Shot Down in Flames w. Bleak Sabbath & System 13
2026-08-06 21:00 - 2026-08-07 00:00

Helen Johnson
2026-08-07 18:00 - 20:00

Jared McCloud
2026-08-07 21:00 - 2026-08-08 00:00

Fort Road Folk Fest
2026-08-08 13:00 - 23:30

ART Dept
2026-08-09 13:00 - 16:00

The AlgoRhythms w. Uncle Monkey
2026-08-09 18:00 - 20:00

Open Jam
2026-08-09 21:00 - 2026-08-10 00:00

Mumblin' Drew's Oldfangled Orchestrators
2026-08-10 18:00 - 20:00
Mumblin’ Drew’s Oldfangled Orchestrators (MOO) are a string band from Minneapolis, MN. Purveyors of novelty, squeezed through a cheesecloth filter of eccentric entertainment, they reanimate the music of the early 20th century. Fiddle, clarinet, and saxophone weave their sound to the fringes of old-time, jazz, jug band, ragtime, and tin pan alley, while guitar and string bass hold down the rhythm. Meet MOO with an open mind, and prepare to be zazzled and zowed! You can find MOO down at the White Squirrel Bar, on W 7th Street in St. Paul, MN the 2nd Monday of every month. https://mumblindrew.com/

Osenya W. Spectres of Desire, Magenta Vice
2026-08-10 21:00 - 2026-08-11 00:00
Osenya is a Minneapolis-based artist that creates colorful synthpop infused with art-pop experimentation.
Blending lush vocal harmonies, sparkling synthesizers, and off-kilter arrangements, their music lives in a space that's dreamy,
quirky, playful and fun.

Spectres of Desire is a solo electronic project from Minneapolis that explores the sonic margins of synthpop with a DIY punk
spirit. The project seethes with despair yet offers listeners a beacon of earnestness in a world full of snake oil salesmen.
Themes of loss, abandonment, yearning, and reclamation of the self permeate the work. The live set presents music as a
dialectic, where a base of repurposed hardware colors and conditions the ephemeral superstructure of software synthesizers.
Spectres of Desire offers a glimmer of hope amidst a collapsing world.

Approaching synthwave as a band rather than as producers, Magenta Vice focuses on live hardware performance,
working without the use of DAW's. Heavily influenced by Italo disco, electro, and Hi NRG, as well as 70's German
kosmische musik, Magenta Vice offers a wide range of moods, blending sounds of past and present.

The Dans w. Special Guests
2026-08-11 18:00 - 20:00

Alex & Toke's (Pullstring) Acoustic Tuesdays: Ft. Clovers Daughter, Colin Campbell (The Shackletons)
2026-08-11 21:00 - 2026-08-12 00:00

Paul Bergen
2026-08-12 18:00 - 20:00

Cole Diamond's Whiskey Wednesdays
2026-08-12 21:00 - 23:00

The Roundabouts
2026-08-13 18:00 - 20:00

Pelicant
2026-08-13 21:00 - 2026-08-14 00:00

The Thirsty River
2026-08-14 18:00 - 20:00
The Thirsty River is a folk | bluegrass | Americana band from the Twin Cities who have been quietly gaining a following playing bars, breweries, events and festivals all around the upper midwest over the past 10+ years (but who’s counting). Their third studio album, Junk Drawer, was released this year and has been featured on curated playlists such as GemsOnVHS monthly playlist and Spotify’s editorial “New Grass” playlist. Junk Drawer is a collection of songs, much like the items in our very own junk drawers, that haven’t fit into any other projects but still serve a greater purpose.

This 5-piece encompasses intimate yet energetic performances with dynamic harmonies and inevitable onstage banter. Brothers Jake (Guitar) & Evan (Banjo) lead in vocals, with third brother Ben (mandolin & fiddle), Dave (keys & washboard), and Mike (bass) filling in those harmonies that people apparently enjoy. The Thirsty River has an undeniable passion that is constantly pushing the limits of Americana music both you and your grandpa will enjoy.

Suzy Plays Guitar w. Blue Red Roses, Rachel Melby
2026-08-14 21:00 - 2026-08-15 00:00
Join SPG and friends at the White Squirrel for cocktails and music.

SPG:
This dynamic duo provides a unique sound featuring both rhythm and lead guitar over lush vocals. Kelsey and Tricia have written over 30 original songs together and have been performing side by side for over 9 years.

Blue Red Roses:
Blue Red Roses is a husband-and-wife acoustic duo from rural Minnesota known for their upbeat energy and breathtaking harmonies. Expect strong lead vocals and stripped-down instrumentation from this duo. They bring a warm, feel-good vibe that nods to the sounds of the late ’60s and early ’70s, blending acoustic guitar and tight harmony singing into an easygoing, memorable set that leaves the stage electric and the dance floor well used.

Rachel Melby:
Rachel Melby is a local singer/songwriter living in the Twin Cities. She is originally from Steamboat Springs Colorado. Her music brings an Indie vibe that welcomes everyone to share the groove.

120 Minutes
2026-08-15 18:00 - 20:00

Blacklighter w. Sweetland & Living Through Ghosts
2026-08-15 21:00 - 2026-08-16 00:00
https://www.instagram.com/living.through.ghosts/
https://www.instagram.com/sweetlandmusic/
https://www.instagram.com/blacklighter_mpls

Customers
2026-08-16 13:00 - 16:00

Bingo With Pete!
2026-08-16 18:00 - 20:00

Karaoke With Ally!
2026-08-16 21:00 - 2026-08-17 00:00

The Cottonwood Shivers w. Nat Harriet
2026-08-17 18:00 - 20:00
Will Adlard (AKA The Cottonwood Shivers) is a Saint Paul, Minnesota based songwriter and performer. His songs come from the soul, and touch on themes of joy, the nature of love, emotions, and all things contained in the heart.

Nona
2026-08-17 21:00 - 2026-08-18 00:00

The New Havoline Supremes
2026-08-18 18:00 - 20:00
The New Havoline Supremes are a Twin Cities based band, featuring the legendary Mary Cutrufello on guitar and vocals, and Dan Lowinger on guitar. Formed in October of 2023, the band plays a mix of classic country and Mary’s original tunes, and features Greg Schutte (Ryan Bingham, Mickey Hart, Chasity Brown) on drums, and Erik Lillestol (Cafe Accordion) on bass.

Mary Cutrufello

With 30 years of experience in the music business, Mary Cutrufello is everything from Texas honky-tonk heroine and fiery Midwestern roots-rocker to a powerhouse acoustic performer. Connecticut-raised and Yale-educated, Mary’s musical journey has taken her from the East Coast to Houston and now to Minnesota. Career highlights include: the major label release of ”When the Night is Through,” on Mercury Records in 1998, appearances on national tv shows such as Tonight Show with Jay Leno, appearances at major festivals including Farm Aid, and tours with Jimmie Dale Gilmore and Tish Hinojosa. Mary has seven self-released albums, and has played guitar locally for Annie Mack, Michael Perry and the Long Beds, and many others.

Dan Lowinger, a transplant from Portland, OR, is a guitarist steeped in the tradition of Western swing and classic country. Since moving to the Twin Cities in 2017, Dan has become a fixture in the local country and Americana scene, playing on a regular basis with all star Western swing band Honky Tonk Jump, and country rockers Cole Diamond, while also sharing the stage with local greats, Martin Zellar (Gear Daddies), Tony Andreason (The Trashmen), Pat Donohue (Prairie Home Companion) and many others! He has performed regionally and toured nationally with many different country and swing bands from the Pacific Northwest including: The Barn Door Slammers, Ralph Carney’s Pepper Grinders, Vince Mira, and Western Centuries.

Alex & Toke’s (Pullstring) Acoustic Tuesdays: Ft. Joan Of Profile, Meghan Kreidler (Kiss The Tiger)
2026-08-18 21:00 - 2026-08-19 00:00

St Paul Mudsteppers
2026-08-19 18:00 - 20:00

Lord Jeremy w/ Enemies w. The Limns, Woodzen
2026-08-19 21:00 - 2026-08-20 00:00

Martin Devaney & Friends w. tba
2026-08-20 18:00 - 20:00
