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One Night, multi-artist, multi-award nominated show! Popcorn Tavern presents: "Best of the Midwest - Road to the Award Show!"
$10 Cover for the WHOLE NIGHT
Meet the Artists:
ERIC HAGEN:
Eric Hagen, Based in the Midwest, his well-rooted sound rings with perplexing authenticity, suggesting he illegally phone-tapped into the wellspring at the heart of all timeless classics. Often praised for his powerful voice, he can infuse a modern story with gospel- like depth.
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CHEECH & FRIENDS:
A La Crosse native and the heart of the "northern bayou," Gregg “Cheech” Hall keeps the outlaw spirit alive with a grit-and-soul blend of country, blues, and rock-n-roll. With two decades of road-worn experience—from Nashville sessions to midwestern dive bars—Hall and his band, The Wrecking Ball, deliver a raw, honest sound built on timeless twang and the swinging rhythms of the Driftless backwaters.
When he isn’t stomping the stage, he’s running Deecefest, a seven-year-strong celebration of the midwestern underground. His brand of small-town storytelling has earned him and the crew a stack of nominations for Entertainer, Band, and Festival of the Year, proving that Hall isn’t just playing the music—he’s living it.
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BREE MORGAN & THE CHILLBILLIES:
Bree Morgan born a midwest wiscogirl through and through, is best described as Grit, Rasp, Sass, and Love, with lyircs that tell truth and tug at the heart strings. Compared lyrically to Ashley McBryde and Miranda Lambert and vocally to Janis Joplin and Jennifer Nettles, Bree brings her heart on her sleeve and in her voice. The Chillbillies have been Bree's band for the last 8 years, bringing in their own blend of muscial expreince from all walks of life. They may be "chillbillies" but their passion for the craft is any but chill!
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FAYME ROCHELLE & THE WAXWINGS:
Fayme Rochelle & The Waxwings are a country/Americana band from La Crosse, Wisconsin known for tight vocal harmonies, thoughtful original songs, and a deep appreciation for classic country music. Their live shows mix originals with favorites from artists like Emmylou Harris, Dwight Yoakam, Lucinda Williams, and Buck Owens, creating performances that feel both familiar and refreshingly their own.
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CHLOE RAYE:
North Dakota singer-songwriter Chloe Raye has quickly made a name for herself with a rich, distinctive country sound that bridges the gap between the Midwest and Nashville. Since the 2024 release of her debut single, "Better Than I Do," she has collaborated with some of the industry’s top songwriters to craft hits like "Blame It On Where I Grew Up" and the award-nominated "Normal in a Country Song."
Her natural gift for songwriting and captivating vocal performances have earned her 2026 nominations for Song of the Year and Female Vocalist of the Year from the Midwest Country Music Organization. With an expanding tour schedule and a growing presence on the airwaves, Chloe continues to build a deep connection with her audience through music that is as relatable as it is polished
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Event Venue
Popcorn Tavern, 318 4th St S, La Crosse, WI 54601-4021, United States
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