Our vision is to create an environment that fosters an unusually strong audience/musician connection coupled with sound quality that inspires musical exploration and the occasional epiphany!
2008 Performances by
Authentic with feeling, Charlie takes you back in time. His solid rhythms and slide fingerwork on his resonator, 12 string or banjo get your head bobbing even if you're not prone to dance. Then there were some, like my wife, who couldn't stop dancing and woke up sore in the morning like she'd been to the gym!
In my opinion, Charlie is a musical treasure and it was an honor to have him play for a packed house to close our first season of music!
Keep an eye on this band! Five very dedicated guys playing some great original music. With jam band roots, Enchanted Ape takes their music through jazz, blues and reggae influences. At an Ape show one begins thinking that acting like a monkey could become a phenomena.
Sam Hankey from Absolute Gruv played keyboards on a number of songs!
Absolute Gruv is a Minnesota based band committed to reinventing classic R&B and Blues sounds with a modern twist. The 4 piece combo brings keys, guitar, bass and drums to the table. When combined their Jam Band style and the Gruv's roots in jazz and blues make the bands growing repertoire of originals truly unique.
Matthew joined us with his wife Melody for a great evening of guitar and resonator music. Texas Americana style with jazzy, bluesy influences. Matthew is sometimes compared to the likes of Lyle Lovett. He gave a strong performance with a depth of original material.
A fantastic virtuouso fingerstylist, Brian played a very special show. Many people told me that they could visualize the music that he played based on the descriptions and titles of his pieces. It was a very cool experience to watch Brian and listen to his stories and music!
This photo was taken by Judy Merritt during his performance
Greg and Kiki have been great supporters of Terrapin Station, being among some of the first musicians that we connected with in Northern Minnesota! They are true folk performers and songwriters. A Beatlesque sort of style of the Grateful Dead meet Peter, Paul and Mary!
With a busy performance schedule, Tim made it over to Terrapin Station after appearing on KAXE CenterStage over in Grand Rapids. We had a super enjoyable evening of acoustic folk music with Tim.
On a late summer day, Adam and his wife, came up from St Cloud to share an evening with us. With his own brand of "tattoed folk" music, Adam performed songs sharing a depth of experience beyond his years. That evening, the air was warm, the sky was clear and the moon ushered them safely back to St Cloud...what a magical night!
The first time I heard Paul play was during soundcheck and after I picked my jaw off the floor, I jumped up and started calling all my guitar playing friends! He is a guitar player's guitarist and a giant of a nice guy. His music leans toward ballads with a Celtic origin.
We instantly fell in love with Thea and her music! She is an incredibly gifted composer who crafts a song that is at once familiar, yet with a pleasant edge of surprise. She forges lyrics out of life experiences seen from a uniquely wise perspective.
Dan Rumsey was Thea's special guest musician who played with her on many songs, yet brought his own original music to share. It was a great night of music!
Celtic music on a high plain. Even though Caleigh is comprised of only three lovely ladies, they used 12 different channels on our mixing board, owing to the wide range of instruments they used to create beautiful aural harmonies. We were transported into a very special place by their beautiful tones and harmonies.
Sometimes it's time to take the gloves off and let it rip! HazBeenz tore the roof off with their high powered classic rock and blues style. A fantasic group of four of the best guys around!
This modern acoustic power folk duo brought a huge sunshiny vibe to the Station! Awesome guitar work and great harmonies. Their joy of music is infectious and is a testament to the relationship they have both on and off stage. A great couple that spreads love and sunshine everywhere they go!
Four part vocal harmonies that gives you chills...and I mean that in a good way! An eclectic blend of bluegrass, country and folk, these guys are a real crowd pleaser and a true pleasure to get to know.
In addition to great live performances, we've been gathering a selection of Independent Artist CD's that we are offering at Terrapin Station in Nevis. If you're looking to give the gift of music and enjoy supporting independent music, then come by to choose from our selection.
Terrapin Station is available for live and budget studio recording projects!