“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 Foxgloves, LIVE from Boats & Bluegrass 2023, tonight on The Live Feed. Original Airdate: 11/17/23 ...
Nov 23, 2023•59 min•Ep. 124
“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 Bill Stoneberg asking all of you cosmic cowboys and cowgirls to buckle up, for Adam Greuel and the ...
Nov 23, 2023•1 hr 1 min•Ep. 123
“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 aside, Dig Deep might really make you rethink life… or at least bluegrass. I’m Bill Stoneberg, join u...
Nov 23, 2023•55 min•Ep. 122
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 Milbillies, LIVE from Boats & Bluegrass 2023, tonight on The Live Feed. Original Airdate: 10/27/23 ...
Nov 23, 2023•57 min•Ep. 121
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 music to this day. A true example of something good coming from a tragedy. Now LIVE from Boats and Blueg...
Nov 23, 2023•54 min•Ep. 120
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 get to experience live here tonight. I’m Bill Stoneberg, asking you to get your country groove on w...
Nov 23, 2023•55 min•Ep. 119
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 jam out with Black River Revue LIVE from Boats and Bluegrass 2023, tonight on the Live Feed. Original ...
Nov 23, 2023•46 min•Ep. 118
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, Pert Near Sandstone tonight on the Live Feed. Original Airdate: 08/11/23 The Live Feed is produced ...
Nov 23, 2023•1 hr•Ep. 117
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 Hannah and I’m asking you tune in for Charlie Parr, tonight LIVE from Beers and Bluegrass at Island Cit...
Nov 23, 2023•59 min•Ep. 116
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 it's Pop Star on the Live Feed. Original Air Date: 09/15/23. The Live Feed is produced by KQAL FM on...
Nov 23, 2023•23 min•Ep. 115
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 Laundry is for you. I’m Bill Stoneberg, advising that you slip into something comfortable, clean, and fre...
Nov 23, 2023•42 min•Ep. 114
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. Original Airdate: 09/22/23 The Live Feed is produced by KQAL FM on the campus of Winona State Universit...
Nov 23, 2023•41 min•Ep. 113
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 Charlie Boy, LIVE from MWMF 2023 tonight, on The Live Feed. Original Air Date: 08/25/23. The Live Fe...
Nov 23, 2023•37 min•Ep. 112
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 Name Bar tonight, on The Live Feed. Original Air Date: 08/25/23. The Live Feed is produced by KQAL F...
Nov 23, 2023•43 min•Ep. 111
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 and Im you to tune in live from MWMF tonight on the live feed. Original Airdate: 07/14/23 The Live ...
Nov 23, 2023•58 min•Ep. 110
Tonight on the Live Feed we take you to Mid West Music fest 2023 for regional favorites, Immaculate Beings. This indie rock band focuses on the importance of self-love and validation and incorporates it into their music and their preformances. This band has dedicated their music to become a safe space where people can be reminded of how much they mean to the world. I'm Hannah and youre listening live from MWMF 2023 tonight on the LIVE feed. Original Airdate: 08/04/23 The Live Feed is produced by...
Nov 23, 2023•42 min•Ep. 109
Tonight on The Live Feed we take you back to Mid West Music Fest for singer-songwriter and producer, Mayyadda. With an eclectic mix of voals, guitar, pop style, piano, and trap beats; she likes to refer to her music genre as "black girl magic". I'm Sophie Herber and now live from Mid West Music Fest is Mayyadda tonight, on The Live Feed. Original Air Date: 07/21/23 The Live Feed is produced by KQAL FM on the campus of Winona State University and is made possible by a grant from the Minnesota Art...
Nov 23, 2023•39 min•Ep. 108
Tonight on the Live Feed we take you to Mid West Music fest 2023 for regional favorites, Nur-D. Nur-D has been making headlines in Minnesota since he burst onto stage back in 2018. Nur-D brings an explosion of energy to the hiphop world with his authentic style to the industry. Nur-D is passionate about maing hiphop for everyone who has ever felt a little different. I'm Hannah and youre listening live from MWMF 2023 tonight on the Live Feed Original Airdate: 07/28/23 The Live Feed is produced by...
Nov 23, 2023•1 hr 3 min•Ep. 107
Tonight on The Live Feed we take you to Mid West Music Fest 2023 for Beet Root Stew, a Winona staple for almost 20 years. They don’t all live in the area anymore but that doesn’t stop them from bringin’ it whenever they can! I’m Bill Stoneberg, get ready for some home made jam grass from Beet Root Stew, LIVE from MWMF 2023, tonight on The Live Feed. Original Airdate: 06/30/23 The Live Feed is produced by KQAL FM on the campus of Winona State University and is made possible by a grant from the Mi...
Nov 23, 2023•55 min•Ep. 106
Tonight on The Live Feed we take you to Mid West Music Fest 2023 for regional favorites, The People Brothers Band. This eclectic group of musicians has an infections groovy sound spanning different genres along with space and time. Based in Madison, WI with members from both sides of the river, they are sure to bring the funk. And you should too. I’m Bill Stoneberg, asking you to get the funk out… So, brothers and sisters, friends of the funky revolution, get ready to get down with the People Br...
Nov 23, 2023•58 min•Ep. 105
This episode of the Live Feed will feature local Winona band, The Ultrasounds, making their return to Midwest Music Fest. Lead vocalist Megan Hanson describes her groups music as "sludgy garage pop" paired with her husbands defeaning yet melodic guitar work. The Ultrasounds performance for this episode was captured at No Name's Bar in honor of Midwest Music Fest 2023 in Winona, Minnesota. More information about The Ultrasounds and their music can be found at theultrasoundsmusic.com. Now, LIVE fr...
Nov 23, 2023•54 min•Ep. 104
Tonight on The Live Feed we take you to Mid West Music Fest 2023 for regional favorites, Texas Toast. This psychedelic country band has a rustic feel that will get you in that summer vibe. Based right here in Winona, Minnesota, features talented artists including singer/songwriter Jason Ziebell. Texas Toast explores various styles including Folk, and Bluegrass, but still maintaining that classic country style. I’m Hannah and I’m asking you to toast on! Live from MWMF 2023 tonight on The Live Fee...
Nov 01, 2023•54 min•Ep. 103
Tonight on the Live Feed, we go Mid West Music Fest 2023 with one of our favorite local bands from the cities, Sleeping Jesus. So, if you couldn't make it, or you were busy with other wonderful artists, KQAL has you covered as we were there to record them, just for you! Now sit back, take a few steps to relax, as we take you back to Sleeping Jesus LIVE from Mid West Music Fest 2023 tonight, on the Live Feed. Original Airdate: 05/26/23 The Live Feed is brought to you by the Minnesota Arts and Cul...
Nov 01, 2023•40 min•Ep. 102
Tonight on The Live Feed we take you to Boats & Bluegrass 2022 for a performance from High & Rising. High & Rising hails from River Falls, Wisconsin, High & Rising and their description of themselves goes something like this… “Out of the northern midwest and the banks of the mighty Mississippi River grew this “Groovy Grass” band of music makers. High & Rising is a unique combination of instruments that bring a fresh groovy sound to the Bluegrass & Folk Americana scene.” …...
May 22, 2023•1 hr 5 min•Ep. 101
Tonight on The Live Feed we take you to Boats & Bluegrass 2022 for a performance from Good Morning Bedlam. This minneapolis based string band puts on such high energy shows that they are considered by some to be a kind of unifying theory of everything… er, uh, maybe I’m thinking of something different here. Or maybe not! Is it string theory or just an awesome string band?... Either way I’m Bill Stoneberg (or am I?)… at any rate, put on yer tinfoil hat and yer dancin shoes and get ready for G...
May 22, 2023•1 hr 2 min•Ep. 100
Today on the Live Feed we go back to one of Winona's annual music fesitivals, Boats and Bluegrass 2022, for a live performance by one of midwest area favorites, Feeding Leroy! So if you missed it, or wanna relisten to your favorite artists, KQAL has you covered. So get comfy, drive safely, or pull out some refreshments, because it's Feeding Leroy LIVE from Boats and Bluegrass 2022, tonight on the Live Feed. Original Airdate: 04/14/2023
May 22, 2023•53 min•Ep. 99
Tonight on The Live Feed we take you to Boats & Bluegrass 2022 for a performance from Them Coulee Boys. This badass banger writing bodaciously bold bluegrass band calls Wisconsin home but they’re no strangers to bluegrass fans west of the Mississippi either. These boys are beloved favorites at the annual Boats and Bluegrass festival here in beautiful Winona, MN. If you haven’t heard them yet then I s’pose yer in fer a treat! Comin at ya with their own damn brand of bluegrass, here’s Them Cou...
May 22, 2023•1 hr•Ep. 98
This week on the Live Feed we return to Boats and Bluegrass 2022 with a Live Performance by Charlie Parr. Since the release of his first album “Criminal and Sinners” in 2002, this country blues star has made a name for himself not only in Minnesota but across the world. His songs have been featured in a commercial for Gerber Gear in the U.S. and around the world in Australian, Dutch, and New Zealand commercials and the Australian drama film “Red Hill”. Charlie Parr has since been a staple of liv...
May 22, 2023•1 hr 1 min•Ep. 97
This week on the Live Feed we return to Boats and Bluegrass 2022 for a live performance from area favorites Dead Horses! If you weren't there, KQAL was there to catch performance just for you! So get comfortable as we bring you Dead Horses LIVE from Boats and Bluegrass 2022, tonight on The Live Feed. Original Airdate: 03/31/23
May 22, 2023•56 min•Ep. 96
This week on the Live Feed we return to Boats and Bluegrass 2022 for a live performance from area favorites Humbird! So if you missed it, KQAL was there to catch their 2022 Boats and Bluegrass performance just for you! Get comfortable and wing it because it’s Humbird LIVE from Boats and Bluegrass 2022, tonight on The Live Feed. Original Airdate: 03/03/23
May 22, 2023•55 min•Ep. 95
