Name: Eli Gardiner at The Depot
Start: 2026-06-06T18:00:00-05:00
Location: The Depot Smokehouse and Tavern

Solo show in Alexandria
Eli Gardiner was born and raised in the U.P of Michigan but now calls Minneapolis home. A prolific songwriter, Gardiner released two albums in 2023, a full band live album and a solo acoustic offering titled “Transient” He also released an acoustic EP, “Sliver” in 2025. Initially influenced by the likes of Dylan, Neil Young and Tom Waits, he has carved out his sound through hundreds of solo shows across the Midwest, harkening to the sounds of John Moreland, Jason Isbell and Chris Knight. His music has been played on MPR, CBS, The Current and other local stations.
Music in Minnesota says, “Gardiner has a voice that conveys the pieces inside of us that can’t always speak. Relatable, soulful, and honest, his songwriting is structured in observations. He’s a modern voice to old problems that continue to haunt our society.