Papa Charlie’s at Lutsen

Every Monday, a popular singer/songwriter from the Twin Cities or beyond is featured for a free intimate acoustic performance at Papa Charlie’s. Dave Simonett is the frontman for Trampled by Turtles and Dead Man Winter.

Every Wednesday a popular singer/songwriter from Minnesota or beyond is featured for a free intimate acoustic performance at Papa Charlie’s. This week's performer is Ian Alexy, the singer, songwriter, guitarist and performer best known for his work in the Americana duo Hobo Nephews of Uncle Frank. Alexy began playing guitar at 13, inspired by Guns 'n' Roses and his father’s Neil Young records. His life-long interest in music led him to Berklee College of Music and to West Africa, where…

Dessa is a rapper, singer and an essayist with the Doomtree collective, the ascendant Minneapolis hip-hop crew. She's made the Billboard Top 200 list as a solo artist (for Parts of Speech) and as a Doomtree member (for All Hands). She's made a career out of bucking traditional genre designations, rapped at Lollapalooza, arranged for a full choir and co-written classical works for orchestra. As a writer, she's contributed to MPR, the Star Tribune, literary journals around the country, and…

Every Monday, a popular singer-songwriter from the Twin Cities or beyond is featured for a free intimate acoustic performance at Papa Charlie’s. This week's artist is Gabriel Douglas. Douglas is best known as frontman of The 4onthefloor.

Every Monday, a popular singer/songwriter (or, as is the case this week, a band) from the Twin Cities or beyond is featured for a free intimate acoustic performance at Papa Charlie’s. This week, Communist Daughter is performing. Their songs consist of 60's-era harmonies, expansive choruses and upbeat pop arrangements.

Every Monday, a popular singer-songwriter from the Twin Cities or beyond is featured for a free intimate acoustic performance at Papa Charlie’s. This week's performer is Mason Jennings, a singer, songwriter and multi-instrumentalist. His album Blood Of Man, which he recorded and played all of the instruments on himself, received a 4-star review in Rolling Stone. He has sold hundreds of thousands of records, was born in Hawaii and now lives in Minnesota.

Classically trained violinist and songwriter Gaelynn Lea visits Papa Charlie's to play a solo set of her music for The Current's Songwriter Series. Gaelynn music scores include experimental and ambient takes on fiddle music, an approach that incorporates her love of traditional tunes, songwriting, poetry and sonic exploration. Gaelynn’s work won National Public Radio's Tiny Desk Contest in March of 2016, a competition drawing submissions of original songs from more than 6,000 musicians across the country. She began touring nationally…

The annual Mountain Meltdown Music Festival at Lutsen Mountains features live music by 10 bands over three days. Opening night features a free show by Timmy Haus inside Papa Charlies. Saturday, April 8 - Outdoor Stage 11:30 a.m. - Feeding Leroy 1 p.m. - Evergreen Grass Band 2:30 p.m. - Galactic Cowboy Orchestra 4 p.m. - Gin Strings Saturday, April 8 - Inside Papa Charlie's 9:30 p.m. - Floydian Slip | 21+ | $8 Sunday, April 9 - Outdoor Stage…

The annual Mountain Meltdown Music Festival at Lutsen Mountains features live music by 10 bands over three days. Friday, April 7 - Inside Papa Charlie's 9:30 p.m. - Timmy Haus | 21+ Saturday, April 8 - Outdoor Stage 11:30 a.m. - Feeding Leroy 1 p.m. - Evergreen Grass Band 2:30 p.m. - Galactic Cowboy Orchestra 4 p.m. - Gin Strings Saturday, April 8 - Inside Papa Charlie's 9:30 p.m. - Floydian Slip | 21+ | $8 Sunday, April 9 -…

The annual Mountain Meltdown Music Festival at Lutsen Mountains features live music by 10 bands over three days. The Saturday night performance features Floydian Slip, performing for ages 21 and up.

The annual Mountain Meltdown Music Festival at Lutsen Mountains concludes with a lineup on the outdoor stage that features Briand Morrison & Sam Miltich, Spruce Roots and Cook County's Most Wanted. Schedule 11:30 a.m. - Briand Morrison & Sam Miltich 1 p.m. - TBA 2:30 p.m. - Spruce Roots 4 p.m. - Cook County's Most Wanted

Every Monday, musicians from the Twin Cities or beyond are featured for a free, all-ages, intimate acoustic performance at Papa Charlie’s. This week's performer is Pieta Brown. Hailed as a “self-styled poetess, folk goddess, and country waif” by the BBC, Brown first came to international attention with her 2002 self-titled debut. She has since been recognized by NPR for her “moody, ethereal” songwriting, applauded by The Boston Globe for her “mercurial voice” and has continued to gain widespread critical attention…

Every Monday, musicians from the Twin Cities or beyond are featured for a free, all-ages, intimate acoustic performance at Papa Charlie’s. This week's performer is Jeremy Messersmith. Messersmith is an indie pop singer/songwriter based in Minneapolis. His reputation for elegant, literate songcraft began to build nationally when NPR named his third album, The Reluctant Graveyard, one of the top ten albums of 2010. Please note: In an effort to create the listening room environment, guests in the main room are…

Every Monday, musicians from the Twin Cities or beyond are featured for a free intimate acoustic performance at Papa Charlie’s. This week's performer is Dusty Heart, a duo made up of Barbara Jean and Molly Dean. Rich vocal harmonies merge with intimate layers of guitar, fiddle and banjo to define their lush sound.

Every Monday, a popular singer/songwriter from the Twin Cities or beyond is featured for a free intimate acoustic performance at Papa Charlie’s. This week's artist is John Mark Nelson. Nelson sings with a slow-smoked croon that belies his age, and he fills his lyrics with sharp, detailed observations of life and love in the Midwest. He performs intimate folk ballads and peppy, woodsy rave-ups.

Heatbox is an experimental beat-box a cappella performer from Mineapollis. He creates beats and builds his songs from the ground up using a Boss Loopstation RC-50 and a Digitech Vocal 300.

"Big Wave" Dave Adams sings and growls about the best of times, the worst of times, and some forgotten times. Backed by a rhythm section, two background singers and a four-piece horn section, he belts out a blend of funk, soul, blues and rock. Tickets are $12 in advance and $16 at the door.

The two-day Gndwire Records Ski Party opens with performances by Dead Man Winter, Charlie Parr and the Black-eyed Snakes. Day two features Roma Di Luna, All Tomorrow's Petty and Invisible Boy. Single-day tickets are $15 in advance and $18 at the door. Two-day tickets are $28.

The two-day Gndwire Records Ski Party concludes with performances by Roma Di Luna, All Tomorrow's Petty and Invisible Boy. Single-day tickets are $15 in advance and $18 at the door.

Folk singer-songwriter Molly Dean visits Papa Charlie's to play a solo set for The Current's Songwriter Series.

Songwriter collective Mad Ripple Hootenanny visits Papa Charlie's to play a round-robin set for the Current's Songwriter Series.

The singer/songwriter -- best known for his work in the Americana duo Hobo Nephews of Uncle Frank -- performs acoustically.

Every Monday a popular singer/songwriter from Minnesota or beyond is featured for a free intimate acoustic performance at Papa Charlie’s. This week's performer is Alan Sparhawk. Sparhawk is best known for his work in his minimalist-pop band Low, his punk blues band the Black-Eyed Snakes and rock trio Retribution Gospel Choir. His repertoire can range from reverb-driven ambient guitar work to dirty blues to soft pop.

Dessa is a rapper, singer and an essayist with the Doomtree collective - the ascendant Minneapolis hip-hop crew. She's landed on the Billboard Top 200 list as a solo artist (for Parts of Speech) and as a Doomtree member (for All Hands). Monakr and Aby Wolf & Eric Mayson open the show. Attendees must be 21 or older. Tickets can be purchased in advance for $14, or $18 at the door.

Santos is a singer-songwriter and Minnesota native who performs regularly throughout the U.S. and worldwide, both as a solo artist and member of the Chicago-based band MONAKR. He has twice been nominated for a Grammy Award, and collaborated with Lupe Fiasco on the hit single "Superstar."

Folk duo Rich Mattson and Germaine Gemberling perform an acoustic set to close out The Current's Songwriter Series.

Since 1995, Cloud Cult has crafted albums that have won the attention of the New York Times, MTV, Spin, Billboard and a devoted following of fans. During that time, the band grew from the solo project of singer/songwriter Crain Minowa to include a rock band with violin, cello, trumpet, trombone and French horn. Two live painters create original artwork on stage during each performance. The band has remained independent for the past decade-and-a-half in favor of keeping total control of…

Songwriter and finger-style guitarist performs as part of the Current's Songwriter Series.

Alt-country band Romantica's Ben Kyle performs as part of the Current's Songwriter Series.

Kick drum-forward rock band the 4onthefloor performs in Lutsen.

Four days of music from March 16-19, featuring many of the region's popular acts. Fri., Mar. 16 - 8:30 p.m. - $10 advance/$14 door - 21+. Irish American, Superior Siren and Hobo Nephews of Uncle Frank Fri., Mar. 17 - 8:30 p.m. - $10 advance/$14 door - 21+. Alamode, Haley and the Social Animals Sun., Mar. 18 - 3:30 p.m. - 5:30 p.m - free - all ages. Two Many Banjos Mon., Mar. 19 - 8:00 p.m. - free - all…

Day two of the four-day DuLutsen Ski & Music Festival features performances by Alamode, Haley and the Social Animals.

Day three of the DuLutsen Ski & Music Festival features music by Two Many Banjos.

Charlie Parr performs an afternoon show as the concluding event of the DuLutsen Ski & Music Festival.

Punk-pop "Minnesota sound" pioneering band the Suburbs performs at Papa Charlie's at Lutsen Mountain Resort.

Country singer-songwriter Erik Koskinen, indie-rock Americana band the Pines and indie-folk band Dusty Heart perform.

On Monday nights musicians from the Twin Cities or beyond are featured for a free, all-ages, intimate acoustic performance at Papa Charlie’s. This week's performer is New Zealander Mel Parsons, whose breadth of material falls somewhere between indie-folk and alt-country.

On Monday nights, musicians from the Twin Cities or beyond are featured for a free, all-ages, intimate acoustic performance at Papa Charlie’s. This week, Lutsen's own Joshua Schmidt takes an evening off from his electro-rock band the Step Rockets to play an unplugged set.

On Monday nights, musicians from the Twin Cities or beyond are featured for a free, all-ages, intimate acoustic performance at Papa Charlie’s. This week, Trevor James of American Rebel mixes country roots with punk, rockabilly, bluegrass and new Americana.

On Monday nights, musicians from the Twin Cities or beyond are featured for a free, all-ages, intimate acoustic performance at Papa Charlie’s. This week, Swedish singer-songwriter Sofia Talvik plays a set of Americana originals.

On Monday nights, musicians from the Twin Cities or beyond are featured for a free, all-ages, intimate acoustic performance at Papa Charlie’s. This week, pop-folk singer-songwriter John Mark Nelson performs.

The New Standards is a minimalist jazz trio formed in Minneapolis, Minn. Tickets can be purchased online, at lutsen.com.

The Saints of Circumstance is a band from northern Wisconsin that plays a modern style of Americana rock dubbed "Granolacana."

The 20th Anniversary Tour will include Wookiefoot, John Wayne and the Pain, Heatbox, the Limns and Smokin' Joe. This show is for ages 21 and up. Tickets can be purchased online at lutsen.com.

Mark Joseph has worked with countless musicians, producers and collaborators and played more than 1,000 shows in the past ten years. Regular contributors to his band include LA-based emcee Deploi and members Roster McCabe, Shoeless Revolution, the New Congress, Down Lo, International Reggae All-Stars and Mint Condition.

Gndwire Records fourth annual Ski Party is a weekend ski, snowboard and music festival featuring local and regional bands. Friday's lineup features Trampled by Turtles and Erik Koskinen. Saturday's lineup features Lissie, Charlie Parr and Superior Siren. Doors open at 8 p.m. on Friday and Saturday, and the shows start at 9 p.m. Tickets are sold out.

Ski Party is a weekend ski, snowboard and music festival curated by GNDWIRE Records and featuring local and regional bands including Trampled by Turtles, Lissie, Superior Siren and Erik Koskinen. Door open at 8 p.m. on Friday and Saturday, and the shows start at 9 p.m. Friday's lineup features Trampled by Turtles and Erik Koskinen. Saturday's lineup features Lissie, Superior Siren, and a special guest, to be announced. Two-day advance concert tickets are $50; day-of single-day tickets, if available, will…

Celebrate the season with two days of music, winter skiing, snowboarding and hot-tubbing. Music by Nooky Jones and Jaedyn James & the Hunger on the 25th and The People Brothers Band and Pho on the 26th.

The annual Lutsen gig.

Every Monday, musicians from the Twin Cities or beyond are featured for a free, all-ages, intimate acoustic performance at Papa Charlie’s. This week's performer is Jeremy Messersmith. Messersmith is an indie pop singer/songwriter based in Minneapolis. His reputation for elegant, literate songcraft began to build nationally when NPR named his third album, The Reluctant Graveyard, one of the top ten albums of 2010. Please note: In an effort to create the listening room environment, guests in the main room are…

Musicians from the Twin Cities or beyond are featured for a free, all-ages, intimate acoustic performance during the Songwriter Series at Papa Charlie’s. Hailed as a “self-styled poetess, folk goddess, and country waif” by the BBC, Pieta Brown first came to international attention with her 2002 self-titled debut. She has since been recognized by NPR for her “moody, ethereal” songwriting, applauded by The Boston Globe for her “mercurial voice” and has continued to gain widespread critical attention for both her…

Every Monday, musicians from the Twin Cities or beyond are featured for a free intimate acoustic performance at Papa Charlie’s. This week's performer is Dusty Heart, a duo made up of Barbara Jean and Molly Dean. Rich vocal harmonies merge with intimate layers of guitar, fiddle and banjo to define their lush sound.

Every Monday, musicians from the Twin Cities or beyond are featured for a free intimate acoustic performance at Papa Charlie’s. Please note: In an effort to create the listening room environment, guests in the main room are asked to limit conversation during the performance.

Musicians from the Twin Cities or beyond are featured for a free, all-ages, intimate acoustic performance at Papa Charlie’s. Pop-folk singer-songwriter John Mark Nelson received national attention for his self-produced works which were followed by extensive national and international touring. He sings with a slow-smoked croon and fills his lyrics with sharp, detailed observations of life and love in the Midwest, navigating between intimate folk ballads and peppy, woodsy rave-ups with ease. In an effort to create the listening room…

Minnesota rock band the Big Wu performs.

Minneapolis-based rock band the 4onthefloor performs.

Dessa is a rapper, singer and an essayist with the Doomtree collective, the ascendant Minneapolis hip-hop crew. She's landed on the Billboard Top 200 list as a solo artist (for Parts of Speech) and as a Doomtree member (for All Hands). Monakr opens the show. Attendees must be 21 or older.

Musicians from the Twin Cities or beyond are featured during free, all-ages, intimate acoustic performance at Papa Charlie’s on Mondays and Wednesdays. As the lead singer, guitarist, and songwriter for the acoustic band Trampled by Turtles and electric band Dead Man Winter, Dave Simonett has toured coast to coast to sold-out shows in the nation’s premier venues. David Huckfelt is a singer, songwriter, lyricist and founding member of transcendental indie folk band the Pines. In an effort to create the…

Sprouted from a blend of American folk, country, rock and roll and blues, Erik Koskinen and his band realize a sound that is distinctive and fresh while familiar and classic. The Minneapolis Star Tribune calls Koskinen “the real deal” and “the best country songwriter in Minnesota.”

The New Standards is a minimalist jazz trio formed in Minneapolis, Minn. The band is celebrating its 13th anniversary season in 2019, and will ring in the yule with its usual twist on traditional holiday concerts -- one part variety show, one part homage to the season, one part irreverent, free-wheeling spectacle. The trio is joined by a supporting cast replete with vocalists and instrumentalists -- and as always -- a lineup of surprise guests. Tickets are $20 in advance…

The annual Snowball weekend ski and music party at Papa Charlie's in Lutsen features two nights of music, a special afternoon set at the mountaintop Summit Chalet, après ski live music and jam sessions, plus the camaraderie of skiing, snowboarding and hot tubing. Friday Schedule 9 p.m. Heatbox 10:45 p.m. - Wookiefoot Saturday Day Schedule 12:30 p.m. - Pat Forsyth and the Diggy Trio at Summit Chalet (Summit Express Gondola ticket required to access the Summit Chalet) 2 p.m. -…

DJ Beavstar lays down the New Year's beat at Papa Charlie's in Lutsen, playing an esoteric mix of all things electronic.

Minneapolis-based pop group Yam Haus boasts tight guitars, dreamy synths and clean production from Grammy award-winning producer Mark Heimermann. Tickets are $12 in advance and $16 at the door.

Gndwire Records fifth annual Ski Party is a weekend ski, snowboard and music festival featuring local and regional bands. Friday Schedule 9 p.m. - Portal III 9:55 p.m. - Dead Man Winter 11:15 p.m. - Black Eyed Snakes Saturday Schedule 9 p.m. - Humbird 9:55 p.m. - Charlie Parr 11:15 p.m. - Cactus Blossoms Advance two-day concert-only tickets are $39. Single-day advance tickets are $22 in advance and $26 at the door. Doors open at 8 p.m.; music starts at…

Gndwire Records fifth annual Ski Party is a weekend ski, snowboard and music festival featuring local and regional bands. Friday Schedule 9 p.m. - Portal III 9:55 p.m. - Dead Man Winter 11:15 p.m. - Black Eyed Snakes Saturday Schedule 9 p.m. - Humbird 9:55 p.m. - Charlie Parr 11:15 p.m. - Cactus Blossoms Advance two-day concert-only tickets are $39. Single-day advance tickets are $22 in advance and $26 at the door. Doors open at 8 p.m.; music starts at…

During the Monday night Songwriter Series, musicians from the Twin Cities or beyond are featured for a free, all-ages, intimate acoustic performance at Papa Charlie’s. This week's performer is Jeremy Messersmith. Messersmith is an indie pop singer/songwriter based in Minneapolis. His reputation for elegant, literate songcraft began to build nationally when NPR named his third album, The Reluctant Graveyard, one of the top ten albums of 2010. Please note: In an effort to create the listening room environment, guests in…

During the Monday night Songwriter Series, musicians from the Twin Cities or beyond are featured for a free, all-ages, intimate acoustic performance at Papa Charlie’s. This week's performer is folk singer-songwriter Luke Callen.

The annual Cloud Cult Lutsen gig. Tickets are $23 in advance and $26 at the door.

During the Monday night Songwriter Series, musicians from the Twin Cities or beyond are featured for a free, all-ages, intimate acoustic performance at Papa Charlie’s. This week's performer is pop country musician Dan Rodriguez.

This week's Songwriter Series performer is best known for his work in the minimalist-pop band Low, his punk-blues band the Black-Eyed Snakes and rock trio Retribution Gospel Choir. Alan Sparhawk's repertoire can range from reverb-driven ambient guitar work to dirty blues to soft pop. On Wednesday nights through April 7 Papa Charlie’s transforms into a listening room showcasing the Midwest’s most talented songwriters in a theater-like setting. The Songwriter Series experience during COVID-19 requires reserved tables and a 10-percent-of-room capacity.…

On Wednesday nights through April 7 Papa Charlie’s transforms into a listening room showcasing the Midwest’s most talented songwriters in a theater-like setting. The Songwriter Series experience during COVID-19 requires reserved tables and a 10-percent-of-room capacity. Table reservations are $40 for two tops, $80 for four tops and $100 for six tops. Reserved tables available at 7 p.m. Show starts 8 p.m.

Davina and the Vagabonds is a Twin Cities band that performs jazz, blues and roots music. On Wednesday nights through April 7 Papa Charlie’s transforms into a listening room showcasing the Midwest’s most talented songwriters in a theater-like setting. The Songwriter Series experience during COVID-19 requires reserved tables and a 10-percent-of-room capacity. Table reservations are $40 for two tops, $80 for four tops and $100 for six tops. Reserved tables available at 7 p.m. Show starts 8 p.m.

Note: This show is sold out. On Wednesday nights through April 7 Papa Charlie’s transforms into a listening room showcasing the Midwest’s most talented songwriters in a theater-like setting. The Songwriter Series experience during COVID-19 requires reserved tables and a 10-percent-of-room capacity. Table reservations are $40 for two tops, $80 for four tops and $100 for six tops. Reserved tables available at 7 p.m. Show starts 8 p.m.

Note: This show is sold out. On Wednesday nights through April 7 Papa Charlie’s transforms into a listening room showcasing the Midwest’s most talented songwriters in a theater-like setting. The Songwriter Series experience during COVID-19 requires reserved tables and a 10-percent-of-room capacity. Table reservations are $40 for two tops, $80 for four tops and $100 for six tops. Reserved tables available at 7 p.m. Show starts 8 p.m.

Papa Charlie's Songwriter Series has been extended by one night to add this second performance by Charlie Parr. The Songwriter Series experience during COVID-19 requires reserved tables and a 10-percent-of-room capacity. Table reservations are $40 for two tops, $80 for four tops and $100 for six tops. Reserved tables available at 7 p.m. Show starts 8 p.m.

The New Standards is a minimalist jazz trio formed in Minneapolis. The band will ring in the yule with its usual twist on traditional holiday concerts -- one part variety show, one part homage to the season, one part irreverent, free-wheeling spectacle. The trio is joined by a supporting cast replete with vocalists and instrumentalists -- and as always -- a lineup of surprise guests. Tickets are $36 in advance and $42 at the door.

Cloud Cult returns to Papa Charlie's for a reserved-seat, reduced-capacity, all-ages concert. Note: This event is sold out. The maximum capacity for the show is 150 -- 25 percent of the standing-room only shows of prior years. Attendees must show proof of full Covid-19 vaccination for entry. Acceptable forms will include any digital, photocopy or hard-copy card that matches the individual’s state-issued ID. Masks are recommended unless actively eating or drinking.

Cloud Cult returns to Papa Charlie's for a reserved-seat, reduced-capacity, all-ages concert. Note: This event is sold out. The maximum capacity for the show is 150 -- 25 percent of the standing-room only shows of prior years. Attendees must show proof of full Covid-19 vaccination for entry. Acceptable forms will include any digital, photocopy or hard-copy card that matches the individual’s state-issued ID. Masks are recommended unless actively eating or drinking.

Singer-songwriter Timmy Haus draws from different genres and musical influences. He regularly performs solo or duo acoustic shows and creates his own blend of “acoustic eclectic.” Doors open at 8:30 p.m. Tickets are available at eventbrite.com. Papa Charlie’s recognizes all CDC and MDH guidelines regarding capacity, safe distancing, hand washing, sanitation and masking.

Musically sprouted from the blend of American folk, country, rock and blues, Erik Koskinen and his top-shelf band realize a sound that is distinctive and fresh while familiar and classic. On Wednesday evenings during ski season, Papa Charlie’s transforms into a listening room showcasing the Midwest’s top songwriters in a theater-like setting, allowing the audience an opportunity to immerse into the stories and craft of each song. Attendees are asked to limit conversation during the performance. Doors open at 7…

Kavanaugh (G.B. Leighton, Zookeeper, Kairos) performs his arrangements of blues, folk and rock standards, as well as his own compositions.

Bluesman Charlie Parr is touring his 14th studio album, Last of the Better Days Ahead. Parr has been traveling around playing his Resonator-fueled folk songs ever since leaving Austin, Minn. in the 1980s in search of Spider John Koerner, whom he found about 100 miles north at the Viking Bar one Sunday night. On Wednesday evenings during ski season, Papa Charlie’s transforms into a listening room showcasing the Midwest’s top songwriters in a theater-like setting, allowing the audience an opportunity…

Singer-songwriters and multi-instrumentalists James Moors and Kort McCumber bridge the gap between classic folk rock and present-day Americana, writing heartfelt songs directly inspired by life’s experiences. Their most recent album is the 2021 release Survival. On Wednesday evenings during ski season, Papa Charlie’s transforms into a listening room showcasing the Midwest’s top songwriters in a theater-like setting, allowing the audience an opportunity to immerse into the stories and craft of each song. Attendees are asked to limit conversation during the…

The one-man-band performs.

Rootsy singer Sarah Morris offers a Norah Jones-like approach to Americana, smoothing over its rough edges with a butter-velvety voice and an intimate songwriting style. On Wednesday evenings during ski season, Papa Charlie’s transforms into a listening room showcasing the Midwest’s top songwriters in a theater-like setting, allowing the audience an opportunity to immerse into the stories and craft of each song. Attendees are asked to limit conversation during the performance. Doors open at 7 p.m. Tickets are available at…