Aster Cafe

Wednesdays, Oct 21 - Dec 30

SHOW 7:30 - 9:30pm "The Minnesota songwriter showcase", a Twin Cities tradition since 2005, is curated by Nick Hensley of Love songs for angry men and features 12 up-and-coming and veteran songwriters every Wednesday from 7:30 PM to 9:30 PM Sept-May... and it's a FREE show! For more information message us at: facebook.com/MNsongwritershowcase Jim Walsh (music critic and author) called: “The Minnesota Songwriter Showcase is the piece de resistance of the area’s songwriter’s, as hosted by songwriters/musicians Nick Hensley and backed by a two- and sometimes three-piece band. The talent level is always solid.”

Sundays, Oct 25, 2026 - Jan 31, 2027

Patty and The Buttons preach the gospel of hot rhythm and happy feet. The band is similar to what you would find in a dance hall, cafe or nightclub anywhere around the world between 1920-1940. Despite being an ensemble firmly rooted in tradition, the band presents their music without being shackled to history. They play their own compositions as well as takes on music of the era. Patty’s eclectic taste gives the band diverse influences including New Orleans Traditional Jazz, Western Swing, Gypsy Melodies, Ragtime Piano Blues, Jug Music and 1930′s Popular Song. Music 11am - 2pm

Oct 22

DOORS 7pm SHOW 8-10pm MNAKED RETURNS! (A storyteller night w/ two of MN’s best songwriters! ALL • STRIPPED • DOWN) Act One: Norah Shea (feat. Augie Babel) Act Two: Sam Ryden & Guests Curated by the good people at the Minnesota Songwriter Showcase lovesongsforangrymen.com $12 Tickets In Advance Or Day Of Show