ValleyKil & Evernoir Live at The Plus on Valentine's Day!
Friday, February 14th
The Plus
208 S Barstow Street
Eau Claire, WI
8pm | All Ages | General Admission
ABOUT THE BANDS
ValleyKil is a high energy rock band fronted by Chippewa Valley native Emm K!
Evernoir is an original Alternative Metal band from Eau Claire, WI. Original members Venerate Miercy and Vic Wiley formed the group in 2016, later joined by Trevor Wendt, Paul Ormsby, and Tyler Jennerman. Music was a refuge for each member during their own struggles, and they want their listeners, dubbed “Noirbirds,” to know they are not alone and that there is hope.
Evernoir's newest album, Stages of Grief, is now live on streaming services.
BRING YOUR EX!
LIVE AT THE PLUS
SATURDAY, FEBRUARY 15TH
The Plus
208 S Barstow Street
Eau Claire, Wisconsin
8pm | General Admission | All Ages
$10 in advance | $15 at door
Quietchild is an indie-pop band based in the Twin Cities, featuring lead singer Drew Dravis, drummer/producer Galen Austin, and singer/pianist Cuyler Monahan. With over four decades of combined musical experience, the band blends diverse influences from R&B to metal into their distinctive indie-pop sound.
Originating from Wisconsin, Dravis, Austin, and Monahan have crafted a unique style that earned them the Youth Album of the Year at the 2017 Madison Area Music Awards. Quietchild has since been refining their sound, handling everything from writing to mastering with a focus on blending genres to create a unique style.
Dravis, known for her powerful live performances and her leadership in collegiate-level music groups, drives the band’s artistic growth as they work toward their second album. Her exceptional talent has been recognized with state level music awards.
Quietchild’s members have performed at notable venues such as Amsterdam Bar & Hall and Summerfest, and the band has headlined at various local venues such as Midway Saloon, The Plus (to 200+ guests last year), and The White Squirrel. As they continue to grow within the Twin Cities music scene, Quietchild promises an exciting and evolving musical journey for their listeners.
General Admission | All Ages | 9pm
$10 cover
opening bands TBD
PAT MCCURDY LIVE AT THE PLUS!
FRIDAY, FEBRUARY 28TH
Two Shows!
- Friday Feb. 28
- Saturday March 1: Get Tickets »
208 S Barstow Street
Eau Claire, WI
General Admission | All Ages (some adult content- parental guidance suggested)
$15 in advance | $20 at the door
Doors open at 6pm
Showtime 7pm
ABOUT PAT
Milwaukee icon Pat McCurdy has been entertaining audiences in Wisconsin, the Midwest, and across the nation for decades. He brings his unique style of improvisational comedy, music and audience interaction to venues large and small. Pat consistently fills up venues and festivals with his fans, known as "Patheads. They are very enthusiastic, and many know every word of his songs. "Patheads" are fans that have seen him dozens of times, singing and dancing along to every song. It's a fun show for all.
Pat did not let the pandemic slow him down. In March 2020, Pat began his weekly virtual "Shelter in Place" shows from his living room and garage. Fans wrote in requests, birthday greetings, and anniversary acknowledgements to keep the shows interactive. Pat's Shelter in Place shows have been seen by nearly one million viewers from as far away as Paris, the UK and Australia. The pandemic inspired Pat to write a new song every week. He put these all together in his latest CD, Now is Not the Time for Sad Songs: A Pandemic 2020 Souvenir. The CD hit #1 on the Worldwide Radio Indie Alliance Album of the Year charts.
For fans far and wide, Pat will continue his virtual show once a month until the end of his career. Pat can be seen all over Wisconsin and the Midwest for live shows year around throughout 2025 and beyond. Grab your favorite beverage and have fun with Pat and Sex and Beer!
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PAT MCCURDY LIVE AT THE PLUS!
SATURDAY, MARCH 1ST
Two Shows!
- Friday Feb. 28: Get Tickets »
- Saturday March 1
208 S Barstow Street
Eau Claire, WI
General Admission | All Ages (some adult content- parental guidance suggested)
$15 in advance | $20 at the door
Doors open at 6pm
Showtime 7pm
ABOUT PAT
Milwaukee icon Pat McCurdy has been entertaining audiences in Wisconsin, the Midwest, and across the nation for decades. He brings his unique style of improvisational comedy, music and audience interaction to venues large and small. Pat consistently fills up venues and festivals with his fans, known as "Patheads. They are very enthusiastic, and many know every word of his songs. "Patheads" are fans that have seen him dozens of times, singing and dancing along to every song. It's a fun show for all.
Pat did not let the pandemic slow him down. In March 2020, Pat began his weekly virtual "Shelter in Place" shows from his living room and garage. Fans wrote in requests, birthday greetings, and anniversary acknowledgements to keep the shows interactive. Pat's Shelter in Place shows have been seen by nearly one million viewers from as far away as Paris, the UK and Australia. The pandemic inspired Pat to write a new song every week. He put these all together in his latest CD, Now is Not the Time for Sad Songs: A Pandemic 2020 Souvenir. The CD hit #1 on the Worldwide Radio Indie Alliance Album of the Year charts.
For fans far and wide, Pat will continue his virtual show once a month until the end of his career. Pat can be seen all over Wisconsin and the Midwest for live shows year around throughout 2025 and beyond. Grab your favorite beverage and have fun with Pat and Sex and Beer!
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4th Floor 20th Anniversary Show!
Kick off Spring by celebrating 20 years with 4th Floor at Loopy's Dome! You won't want to miss this epic event!
The Plus
208 S Barstow Street
Eau Claire, WI
General Admission | All Ages
$15 advance | $20 door
Doors 7pm | 8pm Showtime
Good Morning Bedlam is a folk-rock duo from Minneapolis, MN. Their shows are known for their wild energy and stunning harmonies. Winners of first-place title at the John Hartford Memorial Festival Band Competition, and finalists at the NWSS Band Competition. GMB has played at festivals alongside artists such as Shakey Graves, Sam Bush, Jason Isbell, The Infamous Stringdusters, Trampled By Turtles and others. In 2021 GMB ran a successful Kickstarter for their much anticipated third full-length record ‘Lulu’ where fans from around the world pledged a total of $34,000. GMB has been featured on Bluegrass Today, Relix Magazine, Glide Magazine, and Paste Magazine. Now in 2023 the band is touring their brand new EP Dear Day Dear Darling.
Frontman and lead songwriter, Jed LaPlant comes from a family deeply tied into the MInnesota bluegrass community, where storytelling is central to a song. He draws on that background with lyrics that are personal and at times intimate. That intimacy translates to the audience in their live shows, balancing that deep connection with electrifying energy.
Out with their debut album, Runaway, the band has toured the Midwest, the South, and out to the West, gaining a loyal following in nearly every place they’ve played. Their live show is a foot stompin’ and hands wavin’ kind of time with a collective feeling of camaraderie among those present. For those who have seen them perform, there is intense excitement about what is to come for the Wild Horses.
In 2022, as they were fresh onto the scene of rural Minnesota, their first ticketed show sold out a 700-seat theater. Since then, they have shared the stage with bands like Wilco, Shovels & Rope, Langhorne Slim, Dead Man Winter (Dave Simonett), Charlie Parr, The Lowest Pair, Horseshoes and Handgrenades among many others. In May of 2024, Wild Horses was added as opening support for Willie Nelson on three dates in Minnesota.
The rootsy Americana rock band delivers music that has meaning, depth and ties to the human connection. Featuring band members from very different musical backgrounds, they have landed on a sound that incorporates heartbreaking vocals, standout harmonies between Jed and Ariana, driving beats and epic jams. Wild Horses taps into their rural American roots with music that sends reverbs down your spine.
At the core, Wild Horses are a band whose mission is to improve the human experience through a shared love of music.
Wild Horses are:
Jed LaPlant - vocals, guitar
Ariana LaPlant - vocals, keys, fiddle
Landon Pahl - bass, pedal steel, banjo
St. Patrick's Day Bash with The Shillelagh Lads & Dancers from Chippewa Valley Irish Dance!
SATURDAY, MARCH 15TH
THE PLUS
208 S BARSTOW STREET
EAU CLAIRE, WI
Doors 6pm | Showtime 6:30pm
General Admission | All Ages | $20
Craic agus Ceol & Céad Míle Fáilte!
Join us for a rollickin', foot-stomping, jig-dancin', gut laughin', mug poundin', rabble rousin', tuneful good time! Eau Claire's own The Shillelagh Lads are joined by Dancers from Chippewa Valley Irish Dance, for a night of incredible music!
Ádh mór ort & Sláinte!
SALTYDOG LIVE AT THE PLUS
FRIDAY, MARCH 21st
General Admission | All Ages
doors at 7:30pm | music at 8pm
$10 advance | $15 door
Saltydog is a funk jam Improvisational exploration that takes the audience & band on a journey through their playfully crafted folk driven tunes inspired by the likes of everyone from The Talking Heads, The Band, those classic country and jam band staples along with everyone in between.
The band spawned on the banks of Duluth’s ice covered stones by brothers Jacob and Owen Mahon. This midwestern psychedelic cowboy review features Calvin (Calzone) Lund, Lefty Johnson, Gavin St. Clair, and Sam Deters.
The band’s genuine kindness, passion, enthusiasm and joy for their craft is apparent, enchanting & makes for an additive live performance. Their 2nd album Pepper dropped spring 2024 band is set to release their 3rd album in Spring 2025. The band has been known as differently original, very funky, and unpredictable in a delightful, soulful manner. There is something for everyone at a Saltydog show. You are beautiful, you are welcome, you will groove, we will vibe. We are Saltydog.
Micah Schnabel & Vanessa Jean Speckman
w/ Christopher Gold, Live at The Plus
Sunday, March 23rd
The Plus
208 S Barstow Street
Eau Claire, WI
General Admission | All Ages
Doors 7pm | Showtime 7:30pm
$10 cover in advance | $15 at door
As a journeyman musician of 23 years, Micah Schnabel is a songwriter and author who has toured nationally and internationally solo and with his band Two Cow Garage. His second novel, "The Clown Watches The Clock” was published in November 2023. His 5th solo record by the same title was released in May of 2024 and was mixed and mastered by Frank Turner. He hails from Columbus, Ohio.
Vanessa Jean Speckman is an artist, poet, and songwriter from the Bay Area, California. She has toured nationally and internationally with her art, creating hand painted stage banners for Frank Turner to her pop up art experiences. From her early days of creating zines she has broken barriers into a songwriter, wordsmith and front woman of her band, Call Me Rita.
As a combined artistic force the duo have played with Frank Turner, Lucero, John Moreland, Dave Hause, Tim Barry and July Talk.
Christopher Gold is a Kentucky-born songwriter living in Wisconsin. He has written and recorded folk songs, country songs, rock & roll songs, and everything in between citing a love for songwriters like Townes Van Zandt, Bob Dylan, Tom Petty, John Prine, and anybody else whose work begins with paper and pen. He travels primarily as a solo act, carrying on the folk tradition of performances that blend music, storytelling, and humor.
live at The Plus
feat. Home Stretch
Monday, March 24th
The Plus
208 S Barstow Street
Eau Claire, WI
General Admission | All Ages
Doors 7pm | Showtime 7:30pm
$10 cover
Out in Front are a Los Angeles based band that serendipitously met at a tennis club-where they are all tennis pros. Starting off by jamming in a garage, the three band members, Madie, Isaiah, and Ryen, immediately knew they had something together. Coming from all different roots and having various tastes in music, the band has unique inspirations. Nonetheless, they all have one major thing in common– their passion for music. Blending Southern California sounds with pop- rock influences, Out in Front makes music that sparks the desire to take a trip down the PCH.
The band’s songs are threaded together with a theme of starting out and taking a chance on yourself and their individual stories enhance that idea.
Madie Renner is the lead vocalist and lyricist of Out In Front. Madie started playing piano and songwriting at a very young age in Iowa. As a senior in high schoool she scrapped plans to play college tennis and study music therapy in Iowa and was accepted into the prestigious Songwriting Program at Belmont University. Taking a chance on herself after graduation, and knowing she would need to leave her hometown behind, she moved across the country to LA.
Isaiah Volk started playing drums for fun as a young kid but always as a hobby. After finising school on a tennis scholarship he got his pilots license and was working as a tennis pro when he met Madie, found they both loved music and started jamming in his garage. They knew they had the start of something special.
Ryen Wagner, another pro at the club and another college tennis player, grew up playing bass with a wide range of influences. Ryen completed the trio and OUT IN FRONT was born!
The band caught the attention of influencial producer Drew Allsbrook (AJR, Ice Spice, Doja Cat) who joined forces to complete their debut tracks and are currently working on a full length release.
Home Stretch are Eau Claire's alt-punk oufit for hire. Simon, Jared, and Mason. Fun. Cool. Very hip.
$8 Advance / $10 Day of Show
Age: 21+
7:00pm Doors / 7:30pm Show
Once More, Autumn
A project rooted in Eau Claire, Wisconsin’s artistic soil, Evan Walton fronts Once More, Autumn. A transplant of Minneapolis and an alumnus of Berklee College of Music, Walton fuses indie folk elements with alternative textures. Propelled by the instrumentation of Jeremy Boettcher (S. Carey), Isaac John (Underneath Oceans), and Steve Shaw (The Bathtub Marys), the band melds atmospheric tones with lush, driving riffs. Paired with Walton’s introspective and emotive words, Once More, Autumn offers dynamic and earnest musical expression.
Lesh
Lesh is the moniker of nonbinary musician and groove maker Luc Hans Larson. Multi-instrumentalist, DJ and composer based out of Wisconsin. FKA westkorea (2015-2023)
Doily
Doily is a Wisconsin-based music project. Featuring Sam Lakmann (as seen with Uncommon Denominator, Sad House Guest, Melange Trio and others) debuting original beats, songs and covers.
The Flaming Doublewides
an Eau Claire cover band
General Admission | All Ages | 8pm
$10 suggested donation
Friday, March 28th
The Plus
208 S Barstow Street
Eau Claire, Wisconsin
If you know The Flaming Doublewides, you probably know us as the Chippewa Valley’s deep-fried, fit to be tied, swamp-rockin, blues-honkin, large and in charge retro-billy blast from a soulful yet greasy yet groove-driven planet of bourbon, barbecue and tube-amp distortion, rocking the scene since 2016.
We play clubs, coffee shops, dive bars, casinos,weddings, fundraisers, private parties, themed shows, Viking funerals, mass alien abductions and even corporate events—we can do big and bold or small-ish and less loudish, if that’s what floats your boat. We also have a sensitive, brooding, falsetto-singing side, and—okay, no, we don't actually have anything like that, sorry.
What we do have is an extensive repertoire of classic rock, rockabilly, lounge, retro country, R & B, blues, and pop tunes (and a few that defy easy classification), plus quality musicianship, excellent vocals, professional on-time performance (we show up when we say we’ll show up), pro-quality gear and the expertise to make it sound good every time, a relaxed vibe and good-natured stage banter, and a mature following of folks who support local live music, drink top shelf, and like to dance, sing along, and have a civilized good time. “We Bring the Fun” is our motto, and we do our best to deliver at every show!
General Admission | All Ages
$20 ADV | $25 AT DOOR | $70 VIP
VIP DOORS 7PM | GA DOORS 8PM | SHOWTIME 8:30PM
THE PLUS
208 S BARSTOW STREET
EAU CLAIRE, WI
VIP INFO:
Meet and greet 1 hr before doors
Signed poster
Laminate
Exclusive merch item
Photo with Grieves
All VIP guests can retain early access so they can get first dibs at the merch table and secure desired spots in showroom.
STEVEN CADE LIVE AT THE PLUS
featuring Dylan Martinson
Sunday, April 13th
The Plus
208 S Barstow Street
Eau Claire, WI
Doors 7pm | Showtime 7:30pm
General Admission | All Ages
$10 cover
Steven Cade is a Nashville, TN award-winning, modern country artist and singer / songwriter. He was born in Houston, TX and arrived in Nashville by way of California. Cade has carved out a significant niche as a genuine and influential voice in modern country music. He infuses contemporary pop elements into country-influenced songs, creating a unique slant on traditional country music and resonates with a wide audience due to his heartfelt energy and relatable themes.
Cade was awarded Best Modern Country Artist at the Grand Ole Opry for the Josie Music Awards and considered for over 10 Grammy nominations in country categories. Adding to his achievements Steven Cade won Best Country Christmas Pop Song for his original Christmas song “Still Find Christmas” at the Holiday Music and Film Awards hosted at the Salem Center in Jacksonville, FL and he won silver at the WAM Awards for Best Country Duet for “Shore Feels Good.” His songs have secured him a licensing deal with Universal Music/Ingrooves. Cade, winner of the Wine Country Music Award in the country category, has also achieved recognition as a finalist in the Nashville Rising Song competition for his song “Two Less Lonely People”. These significant achievements highlight his creativity and versatility as an artist.
Cade’s music has gained extensive acclaim, featured on platforms like GAC, NBC, CMT, MTV, ESPN, FOX, ABC, and in various films and documentaries. He has drawn industry attention, leading to his membership in the Country Music Association and induction into the Academy of Country Music.
Cade’s impressive discography spans over 150 published songs reaching notable success on charts and radio. His song, “What I Really Want to Say,” debuted in the iTunes Top 100 Country Chart and held the #1 spot for four consecutive weeks on the New Country Artist Radio and the video aired on GAC and Heartland. His single “Stand” reached the Top 10 on Best Country Radio. His talent for creating enduring melodies shines through in recent releases like “Love Louder” and “Never In A Million Years.”
A seasoned performer, Cade has shared the stage with country music giants like Jason Aldean, Eric Church, Keith Urban, and Darius Rucker, and sang the national anthem at major events including for the San Diego Padres, the Power Brokers NHRA, and other significant sporting occasions. His performances at iconic Nashville venues such as The Blue Bird and The Listening Room, and major events like CMA Fest, NASCAR, and Country Thunder, highlight his dynamic stage presence. Internationally, Cade has toured over eight countries, including Canada, Mexico, Sweden, Ireland, England, Germany, and Italy, showcasing his universal appeal and ability to connect with diverse audiences.
Extending his impact beyond personal performances, Cade’s songwriting has made a significant mark in the industry. He has over 11 cuts for emerging artists and collaborated with esteemed writers such as Liz Hengber, Jeff Cohen and Byron Hill. His songs are on playlists alongside Morgan Wallen and Blake Shelton. He earned first-place in the Country category of the Durango Songwriters Expo for “Sum of Two Hearts.” A four-time San Diego Music Award winner, Steven Cade’s career is not only a musical journey but also an inspiring story of passion, creativity, and philanthropy.
Steven’s early career was notably influenced by his first manager, Floyd Rose. Rose, renowned for inventing the locking neck tremolo system, played a pivotal role in shaping the music industry with his innovative contributions. His expertise and connections were instrumental in securing Cade’s first distribution deal with Atlantic Records, marking a significant milestone in his musical journey.
In recognition of his contributions to music and philanthropy, Steven Cade was inducted into the California Music Hall of Fame alongside luminaries like LeAnn Rimes, William Shatner, and Ritchie Valens. Additionally, he was invited on the Mike Huckabee show to be honored as Huck’s Hero for his 501(C)(3) nonprofit, Giving Guitars Foundation, and philanthropic work. The foundation was established in 2021 and has impacted over 120 shelters across 20 states and 3 countries, visiting and donating over 200 guitars, as well as helped raise more than $250,000 for charities. Most recently, Steven Cade was awarded the Jean Wegener Humanitarian Award for his significant efforts in supporting those experiencing homelessness.
Your Opening Act:
Dylan Martinson is a 25 year old, Chetek WI, based singer/songwriter. He started playing guitar his second semester of his freshman year of college and hasn’t looked back.He’s had the privilege of playing all across the region and opening for the likes Chris Kroeze. Last year he played over 100+ shows throughout the region. Playing a wide variety of music across multiple genres and decades. His singles "Someone Like Me" and "Enough" can both be heard on streaming platforms.
THROUGH THE KITCHEN HOLE LIVE AT THE PLUS!
FRIDAY, MAY 2ND
THE PLUS
208 S BARSTOW STREET
EAU CLAIRE, WI
Through The Kitchen Hole is a rock band based out of Eau Claire, WI. Currently comprised of four members, the band formed in early 2018 as a cover band, but has since begun adding their own original music to their repertoire. After releasing an original track alongside covers of four of their favorite songs in the summer of 2018, they wrote, recorded, and released Snake Eyes in August 2022. Snake Eyes is their first full length album of all original material.
TTKH can be found playing live at many venues across the Chippewa Valley, including The Plus, Jake's Supper Club, and Pioneer Grill. They also competed in the Rockonsin garage band competition at Summerfest in 2018, and the Bitter Jester Music Festival in 2019. The band has recently broken into the music scene in Madison and is excited to continue broadening their audience across Wisconsin.
General Admission | All Ages | 8pm
$10 in advance | $15 at the door
LIVE AT THE PLUS
FRIDAY, MAY 17TH
208 S BARSTOW STREET
EAU CLAIRE, WI
General Admission | All Ages
$15 in advance | $20 at door
Doors 8pm | Showtime 8:30pm
The west coast of Wisconsin is not thought of as a hotbed of ska and reggae music. TUGG has carved quite a career of channeling tropical grooves and breezy melodies. They hold a “local legend” status and pedigree among their faithful in the upper Midwest. In their illustrious career, they have directly opened, toured, and played shows with Ziggy Marley, Bad Religion, Sublime with Rome, Slightly Stoopid, The English Beat, The Wailers, The Dirty Heads, Billy Strings, PASSAFIRE, Barrington Levy, The Itals, The Aggrolites, Iration, Lynard Skynard, Gin Blossoms, Trampled by Turtles, Chris Krueze, Horseshoes & Handgrenades ... and many more. It's no wonder that TUGG garners national attention and have become hometown heroes.
THE DOSE: A PSYCHEDELIC COMEDY SHOW
DOORS/Preshow DJ Set 7:00 pm | COMEDY SHOW 8:00 pm
FRIDAY JUNE 14TH
THE PLUS
208 S BARSTOW STREET
EAU CLAIRE, WI
A mind-bending journey of experimentation, laughter, and healing. Set in a vibrant and surreal venue, THE DOSE is a fully immersive psychedelic experience featuring a carefully curated line-up of some of the best comedians in the country (seen on HBO, Comedy Central, Late Night, Netflix, Don’t Tell, and more!).
At THE DOSE we facilitate the perfect set and setting for both the comedians and the audience to find the funny within their expanding minds. Our Master of Ceremonies and creator of THE DOSE is Steven Gillespie (CONAN, AMAZON PRIME), a nationally touring stand-up comedian and a psychedelic connoisseur.
The show also features our very own DJ and she will play before, during, and sometimes even after the show! Don't miss the pre-show DJ set, its becoming more and more popular :)
Come take a trip with us as we transcend the ordinary, dance on the edges of perception, and explore the healing properties of our boundless imaginations. And also to just laugh and be silly :)
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TICKETS
General Admission - $20 Online | $25 At The Door
The General Admission ticket gives you guaranteed admission to the show, with seat selection on a first served basis the night of the show upon arrival.