Gibson Music Hall proudly presents Brother O’ Brother! A crowd favorite last summer during Mile of Music!

B.O.B. began in late 2013, transitioning to a 2 piece in 2014 and has never looked back. Defying notions of what a 2 piece act should be, Brother O’ Brother’s live performance has been dubbed the best live performance in all of Indianapolis by multiple press outlets. Mix MC5 with early Black Keys and you’ve got it. B.O.B. has performed 200+ shows in the last 3 years, which includes both Third Man Records locations (Jack White’s label) and support slots for AWOLNATION, Kongos, Blue October, Turbo Fruits, Low Cut Connie, Diarrhea Planet and more. BOB currently has vinyl distribution through Fonoflo Records, Jett Plastic Recordings, Grimtale Records, Shedhouse Records, and Romanus Records. With the arrival of their new album “Neon Native” in 2017, Brother O’ Brother will continue their DIY fuzz ascent.

Von Strantz, Sisters estranged from birth with two different upbringings journey from across the continent and finally meet. They took their now known commonalities and in 2013 banded together taking their family last name Von Strantz and hence began creating music and art from life’s adversities.

Utilizing a variety of instruments such as violin, cello, keys, guitar and feet percussion, Von Strantz unites harmonies strung together by commanding and soulful lyrics. With story-sharing as their passion. Von Strantz invites their audience into the emotion of each piece. In 2015 Von Strantz won “Eddie’s Attic Songwriting Shoot-out”. The duo has traveled extensively playing thousands of shows and performing many festivals and venues including Electric Forest, Hard Rock Cafe, Schuba’s, Paper City Music Fest, Audiofeed, Starry Night ,Steel Bridge Music Fest, Mile of Music, and has shared the stage with some of their favorite artists, My Brightest Diamond, Josh Garrels, Crystal Bowersox, Over The Rhine, Howie Day & A Silent Film to name a few. Von Strantz is also Sofar Sounds Alumni.

With five music releases under their belt, The duo just finished recording their brand new record “Apple Of Your Eye” at Tiny Telephone Oakland with John Vanderslice, Jacob Winik, Jason Slota, Rob Shelton and Elijah Ford and are currently touring with the release of the new record.
“Apple Of Your Eye” is out now and available online where ever music is sold.

Mike Malone is a dynamic musician originally from Oshkosh, Wisconsin. After completing high school, Mike attended University of Wisconsin – Eau Claire where he studied music. While in school Mike performed with top university ensembles including the GRAMMY nominated, Jazz Ensemble I. While still a student Mike released his debut album “Overalls & Airplanes” and publish music through Really Good Music LLC. In 2013 Mike was invited to join The Glenn Miller Orchestra and tour across North America. After returning to UWEC to graduate in 2014, Mike began touring with groups including jazz vocalist, Ray Brown Jr, and vocal jazz group, Five By Design.
As a recording musician Mike can be heard on dozens of albums as both a session musician and leader. He has appeared on albums released by Tantara Productions (Chicago, Illinois), Dazzle Recordings (Denver, Colorado), and Stellar Sound (Oshkosh, WI).
Mike currently resides in Northeast Wisconsin where he performs over 250 shows annually and teaches through non-profit school, Kurt Stein’s School of Music. Mike is a performing artist for Turkish based company Bosphorus Cymbals.

Nature is a Fox Valley based trio, refreshingly fusing rock sensibilities with an eclectic mix of R&B, blues, with jazz inflections. Playing both familiar covers played in brand new ways along with soulful original music, Nature has a little bit of something for everybody in the audience.

We are exited for the opening of the brand new Fox Cities Exhibition Center (https://www.facebook.com/FoxCitiesExhibitionCenter/ )! Stop downtown for self-guided tours tonight and afterward come catch Kurt Gunn’s show at GMH!
Grand opening ribbon-cutting event

Kurt is a pure songwriter, equally informed and introspective. A talented guitarist and composer, from a climate that compels musicians to devote compassion to their craft. From solo performer to bandleader, with a style alternately whimsical and weighted, Gunn’s range will draw you in and keep you in his crosshairs.

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