Ice Block Winter Concert Series with Funk n Spuds, the Confused, and Sunshine & the Night Walkers

Funk n Spuds

Funk N Spuds is a Minneapolis based musical collective of artists from around the Midwest. Formed in early 2020, their jam-rock jazz-pop sounds inspire hope in listeners and positive change in the world. They are Justin Halverson (12 string guitar), Thomas Hazlett (lead guitar), Christian Rasmussen (bass), and the Meier Bros. Martin Meier (drums) and Max Meier (flugelhorn & keys). Frequently featuring saxophone friends Nick Buban and Zach Miller.

The Confused

The Confused, a Minneapolis-based space funk/jam band, captivates audiences with their genre-blending sound and dynamic performances. Known for their seamless fusion of funk grooves, cosmic jazz, and improvisational rock, the band creates a musical experience that invites listeners to explore new dimensions of rhythm and melody. With their inventive arrangements and enigmatic stage presence, The Confused has built a dedicated following in the Twin Cities and beyond, featuring a rotating lineup of musicians including Glee Schultz (Vox), Jon Ross (drums), Adam Johnson (Keys), Erik Saxton (Sax), Mason Meyers (Sax), Zach Shears (Percussion) and fronted by the song writing endeavors of brothers Luke and Chad Hofland.

Sunshine and the Night Walkers

Sunshine and the Night Walkers is a Minneapolis based 7 piece funk and blues band that originally formed at McNally Smith College of Music. Their music has greasy grooves that include vocal harmonies, horns and funky guitars. The sound calls back to music from the past without being totally reminiscent of it.