Wisconsin native and multi-instrumentalist Joseph Huber and his band mix elements of rock and folk music that captivate audiences with sincere and well-crafted songs along with impeccable musicianship. Whether it's irresistible, fiddle-driven, dance tunes or honest, heart-wrenching songwriter anthems, Huber's songs and shows span the spectrum of Roots music.

Junior Williams moved from Kingston, Jamaica to the US with the dream of fusing music from his home island with international and American genres to contribute to the One Love movement. Based in the Twin Cities and Eau Claire, Irie Sol’s members hail from Belize, Brazil, Ecuador, Italy, Jamaica, Nepal, South Korea, Tanzania, and all over America and deliver an original blend of reggae, funk, jazz and rock with soaring, soulful melodies backed by blazing bebop horns, wailing guitar, and tight drum and bass.

Adam Greuel & the Space Burritos bring musical mischief to every stage they play. Rooted in country, blues, bluegrass, and show music, they specialize in having a good time. Despite the fun-loving attitude, the musicians frontman Adam Greuel assembles are some of the Midwest's finest musical minds. Performing a hearty swamp of original music, the Space Burritos embark on a mission to get you dancing while also taking your mind to new space.

The People Brothers Band’s unique brand of rhythm and soul features some of the most talented vocalists and musicians in the region. The vibrant group of longtime friends, collaborators, and multi-dimensional artists formed in 2008 as an open mic songwriting outfit and hasn’t looked back since. The band has cultivated a captivating musical alchemy through collective dedication to their craft, the Midwest music community, and each other. The People Brothers Band is united by their shared vision of uplifting friends and fans through music.

Willy Porter continues on a musical and personal odyssey spanning over two decades, 13 albums, and multiple continents. His journey has been defined by an inquisitive love for humanity and the language that describes what we all hold to be true. Willy's solo, acoustic performance for our last week of the 2025 LIVE @ the Lakefront season will feature songs from his soon-to-be-released 14th album, Humans In a Room.

Blending traditional Salsa roots with a modern edge shaped by the vibrant rhythms of his Puerto Rican heritage, Junior Rivera y Su Orquesta bring a deep understanding of the genre’s soul and complexity. A dynamic stage presence and commanding yet heartfelt vocal style deliver both power and finesse.

Valley Fox is a Midwestern folk power trio that focuses on delivering bold, haunting harmonies. The band seamlessly blends pristine vocals with gritty string music to create a forceful yet thoughtful sound, blurring the lines of folk, bluegrass and country music.

Green Bay-based and WAMI award-winning Luma Knotty serves up an original blend of guitar-driven Reggae, Funk and Rock to take audiences on an illuminated musical journey. Infectious horn lines elevate the band's raw energy, giving their sound a powerful, yet polished aura. Their original music and lyrics tell stories of love, loss, and awakening to create a more modern approach to reggae. 

Sindoolaa is a Milwaukee-based West African music collective founded by Senegalese musician, singer, and percussionist Oumar Sagna. Blending traditional rhythms from the Casamance region of Senegal with modern sounds, the large 10-member band features vibrant percussion, guitars, horns, and traditional instruments like the kora, along with traditional dancers.

2026 WAMI Singer/Songwriter of the Year Paul Cebar plays with his band Tomorrow Sound. Blending rhythm and blues, soul, funk, Afro-Caribbean, Latin, New Orleans, and other world music styles, their genre-hopping sound defies categorization but is rooted in danceable, soulful and energetic grooves.

Wisconsin native and multi-instrumentalist Joseph Huber and his band mix elements of rock and folk music that captivate audiences with sincere and well-crafted songs along with impeccable musicianship. Whether it's irresistible, fiddle-driven, dance tunes or honest, heart-wrenching songwriter anthems, Huber's songs and shows span the spectrum of Roots music.

Sugo is a Milwaukee-based music group specializing in 1970s New Orleans-style funk. Their live shows are often described as a "can't-sit-still, gotta-get-up-and-dance" experience with plenty of hip-shaking and head-bobbing. Their music is a mix of deeply rooted, bluesy soloing and glorious, disco-era funky rhythm.