Aster Cafe

"The Minnesota songwriter showcase", a Twin Cities tradition since 2005, is curated by Nick Hensley of Love songs for angry men and features 12 up-and-coming and veteran songwriters every Wednesday from 7:30 PM to 9:30 PM Sept-May... and it's a FREE show! For more information message us at: facebook.com/MNsongwritershowcase Jim Walsh (music critic and author) called: “The Minnesota Songwriter Showcase is the piece de resistance of the area’s songwriter’s, as hosted by songwriters/musicians Nick Hensley and backed by a two- and sometimes three-piece band. The talent level is always solid.”

Patty and The Buttons preach the gospel of hot rhythm and happy feet. The band is similar to what you would find in a dance hall, cafe or nightclub anywhere around the world between 1920-1940. Despite being an ensemble firmly rooted in tradition, the band presents their music without being shackled to history. They play their own compositions as well as takes on music of the era. Patty’s eclectic taste gives the band diverse influences including New Orleans Traditional Jazz, Western Swing, Gypsy Melodies, Ragtime Piano Blues, Jug Music and 1930′s Popular Song. Music 11am - 2pm

From $8 / person

DOORS @ 7:00pm SHOW 8:00pm -10:00pm MNAKED RETURNS! (A storyteller night w/ two of MN’s best songwriters! ALL • STRIPPED • DOWN) Act One: Sam Zoost Act Two: Jeff Ray & Mikkel Bee become Ice Horse Curated by the good people at the Minnesota Songwriter Showcase lovesongsforangrymen.com $12 Cover in Advance and Day Of Show

From $12 / person