My old buddy Rev. Raven takes the stage at Gibson Music Hall at 8PM, on Friday, Jan. 5. Me and the boys are excited to open the show for him!! Rev. Raven is by far one of the best Chicago style bluesmen you’ll ever hear!! Don’t believe me? Come on down and check him out for yourself. But, of course, get there early enough to let the MOB get you ready!! We hit the stage a’runnin’ at 530pm!!

We have a great night planned to celebrate the New Year!
Noah John & Ringing Iron takes the stage at 5:30!
Followed by Horace Green around 9!
Rockin’ Bones will ring in 2018!

Noah John and Ringing Iron:
A band based in southeastern Wisconsin playing classic hard driving bluegrass as well as country and americana. We blend driving banjo, powerful mandolin, steady rhythm guitar and tight harmonies to create a new, unique sound.

Horace Greene:
Purposefully striding through a field of 60’s soul and guitar-driven blues rock, Horace Greene has set up camp in Oshkosh, WI where they brew their own unique brand of alternative rock n’ roll. The 3-piece, consisting of Tony Oakley (Vocals/Guitar), Sam Swetlik (Bass), and Mitch Washebek (Drums), is quickly picking up steam in the Fox Valley area and has plans to expand their sound to the Southern and West Coast of the US.

Rockin’ Bones:
Led by Dave Nooe and other talented players that vary from show to show. Some of these performers include the likes of Jenny Anne, Dan Clark, Scott Harrison, Deb Harrison, Catfish Theate, Andrew Ashburn, Aaron Kuitert, Kurt Bauer, Tony Oakley, Jeremy Doemel and Caleb “Rudy” Westphal. The Bones in one form or another have been delivering original Rock and Roll for 33 years and were founded in the basement of Donny Ramano’s Pizza Parlor on College Avenue in Appleton, Wisconsin. Their unique blend of Rockabilly, Psychobilly, Ska and Blues can be heard and felt in their extensive catalog of both originals and covers. Their self- titled album came out in 1990 and was quickly followed by another release called Second Chance to Dance. After relocating to Nashville, TN in the late ‘90s the band has put out several projects including Ten Ticket Thrill Ride, Garage in the Sky and Road to Rockville. Their live show is made up of meshed melodies and folks not leaving the dance floor. Influenced by the greats like Hank Williams, Carl Perkins, the Clash and the Cramps listeners and dancers alike have a hard time leaving the legendary Rockin’ Bones shows without craving more of their musical madness.

Erin Krebs is a dynamic performer who is quickly gaining a reputation as one of Wisconsin’s premier and most treasured vocalists. Ranging from sultry-smooth jazz stylings to double-barreled whiskey bottle Blues shoutin’, Ms. Krebs delivers beautiful arrangements of classic standards and new tunes alike. Influenced by Etta James, Big Mama Thornton, Koko Taylor,Ella Fitzgerald, Billie Holiday, Sarah Vaughan, and Dinah Washington, her performances exude confidence and a passion for life that audiences instantly recognize as genuine and heartfelt.

Erin often works in a duo with veteran guitarist, Jeff Johnston. Jeff has most recently been recognized by The Guitar Center as one of Wisconsin’s most versatile and accomplished guitarists. With 30 plus years of playing and gigging, he has developed a well-traveled musical fluency that compliments Erin’s extensive repertoire.

Together, Erin and Jeff are able to provide a dynamic and versatile musical experience that is unrivaled!

Gibson Music Hall, in collaboration with Mile of Music Presents, brings you Mile of Music Festival favorite, Raquel Rodriguez!

Raquel Rodriguez returns to Appleton for a ONE-NIGHT-ONLY performance with her full band on Friday, December 22 at 8:30 p.m. at Gibson Music Hall (211 W. College Avenue) – TICKETS ON SALE NOW! Raquel hails from sunny Los Angeles, but she’s braving the Wisconsin winter and bringing her whole band back to the Fox Cities just in time for the holidays!

TICKETS:
$10 (+ tax/fees) – PURCHASE HERE: bit.ly/RaquelRodriguezGibson

SHOW INFO:
WHO: Raquel Rodriguez with her full band
WHEN: December 22 at 8:30 p.m. Doors open at 8 p.m.
WHERE: Gibson Music Hall (211 W. College Avenue)
TICKETS: $10 (+ tax/fees) General Admission
PURCHASE HERE: bit.ly/RaquelRodriguezGibson
OTHER: Must be 21+

PLEASE NOTE:
Physical or print-at-home tickets are REQUIRED for entry.
Will-call and mobile ticketing are NOT options for this event. Online advance ticket sales end at 3:30 p.m. on December 22. Tickets may be available for purchase at the door, if still available. This is a 21+ show.

DISCLAIMER: Artists subject to change without notice.

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About Raquel Rodriguez:
Los Angeles based soul singer, Raquel Rodriguez has recently been collaborating with some notable artists including Gwen Stefani, Christina Aguilera, Moby and Break Science.

Raquel is currently singing background vocals as part of Gwen Stefanis You Make it Feel Like Christmas tour that includes performances on the Tonight Show Starring Jimmy Fallon, The Today Show, The Macys Thanksgiving Day Parade, The Rockefeller Center Tree Lighting Ceremony, Ellen, as well as Gwen Stefanis Christmas special which will air on December 12 on NBC.

Raquel has recently been in the studio recording background vocals for artists like Christina Aguilera, as well as being a featured artist for upcoming releases by Moby, Break Science and Nigel Hall.

A seasoned performer, Raquel and her band have shared the stage with artists like Robert Randolph on their west coast tour as well as sharing festival stages with Trombone Shorty, Jonny Lang, Anderson .Paak and many more.

Raquel’s latest video “Don’t Be Afraid was filmed in Paris, France.

Check it out here:

http://conta.cc/2iICaZk

Gibson Music Hall proudly presents Planet Jazz — Janet Planet Trio will be “accentuating the positive” on December 16th at GMH.

Tom Theabo (guitar), Danny Lueck (drums) and Andy Sachen (bass).

The spirited and vivacious Janet Planet has been self-produced and managed for the majority of her 25-year career. A productive recording artist, performer, teacher and clinician – her concert schedule takes her to performance halls, universities, jazz festivals and clubs across the USA and internationally.

It’s been years since they’ve performed in this venue when it was called “Champagne Charlies”.   Let’s welcome them back and celebrate the holidays together!  Cheers!

http://www.janetplanet.com/events/gibson-music-hall-planet-jazz-janet-planet-trio/

“We are a band based in Wisconsin playing Classic Bluegrass and Gospel, Mixing it with Country, Americana and folk. We blend driving banjo, powerful mandolin, Wailing Fiddle, booming upright bass, steady rhythm guitar and tight harmonies to create a sound that echoes from the hills and plains of our great Nation. We sing and play the Soul of the Country.”
http://noahjohncountrybluegrass.com

Acoustic version of Copper Box, one of WI’s favorites, that brings melodic folk rock originals and covers featuring the multi instrumentalists, Danny & Michelle Jerabek.  Copper Box is a genre-bending celebration of fusion roots rock that channels the rowdy communal feel of a small-town party with their refreshing, gutsy, americana sound of artists like the legendary Esteban Jordan (the Jimi Hendrix of the accordion), Doug Sahm, Clifton Chenier, Los Lobos, and CCR…a must see!

Fun w/ Atoms are a Power Pop band from Wisconsin that formed in the 1980s. Dan Collins, Curt Leferve, and Rick Smith have recorded 3 albums together and continue to play shows around their central hub of Green Bay.
Their debut album, “Main Street” was recorded at Smart Studios by Butch Vig, prior to his work with Nirvana and a slew of other 90’s rock bands. Along with Spooner, the Weeds, and Firetown, Fun w/ Atoms were an important part of the foundation for the studios reputation. The band continues to record and perform shows with all original band members. All recorded music can be found on CD Baby, iTunes, and every streaming site.

Sam Llanas (formerly of the BoDeans) is an iconic American singer, acoustic guitarist, and songwriter. Best known for his unique and distinctively soulful voice, It was Llanas’ voice that supplied the trademark vocal on Robbie Robertson’s “Somewhere Down the Crazy River.”

Shedding new light on a multi-decade career Sam Llanas returns to his roots adding a refined rock sound complimented by a full band, all veterans of both studio and live performance. Behind his lone-wolf image and tuffness, Llanas continues to hone his skills. A master craftsman that feels most at home in the city he’s always called home, Llanas has set the stage for fans to embrace his new identity.

Nick Anderson and The Skinny Lovers sound like the lovechild of John Mayer and Gary Clark Jr. For fans of vintage style, modern sounds, and craft beer.

After a rough patch through high school Nick Anderson overcame depression and realized the power that music has to change lives. Ever since he has been giving his all to write songs that show listeners everyone struggles, the story just changes details. The “got through depression” story is getting old, and that itself is the problem. Nick Anderson is about helping people realize they aren’t alone, that music is an outlet, and that there is plenty of good in life.

As a mental health advocate and an honest writer, Nick Anderson plays music that digs deep into the emotion of the millenial dreamer. One interviewer called Nick Anderson’s song 24 the “anthem of a generation.”