Leslie Starlight / Fox Crossing String Band — No tickets. No Cover.
Leslie Starlight 10:30pm-12:30am
Fox Crossing Stringband 8-10pm
About Leslie Starlight:
Leslie Starlight is the united mind of three Chicago heavy hitters, a Hammond Organ, and some beautiful songs reimagined for a harmonizing trio of funk players. Veterans of the Chicago funk & jazz scene, Leslie Starlight’s players are giving you a peek into their love for the songs of the Beatles, Sinatra, Dolly, Little Feat, and Beyond. Shirking the traditional jazz/boogaloo organ trio format; These fellas are song and groove centric to the core. Matt Blocher plays Hammond organ, Kellen Boersma plays guitar, Matt Smalligan plays drums.
About Fox Crossing Stringband:
Fox Crossing Stringband is a dynamic women-led bluegrass group that has been making waves in Chicago’s music scene for eight years. Founded by Cassie Lynn Wright (banjo/dobro) and Despina Pafralides (guitar), their sound is built on powerful original songwriting and captivating harmonies. Joined by Roman Niziolek (upright bass), Micah Vogel (fiddle), and Caleb Peters (mandolin), Fox Crossing pushes bluegrass boundaries. They seamlessly blend traditional roots with pop, blues, and rock, creating a unique and exhilarating live music experience. With two acclaimed albums and hundreds of performances, including festivals like the prestigious IBMA award-winning Frankfort Bluegrass Festival and the John Hartford Memorial Festival, Fox Crossing has built a devoted following and established themselves as a leading force in the bluegrass scene. In 2019, they released their debut album 'Box of Memories' blending both original songwriting and bringing bluegrass stylings to popular tunes. They released their second full-length studio album “Bluegrass on My Mind“ in September 2022, and a foxy pop cover EP entitled “Bluegrass Prom” in 2023. Fox Crossing Stringband know(s) their brand and don’t shy away from it. They have that charming blend of sweet and strong that draws you in but demands respect. ~ June Reedy, Grateful Web 2018