Artists performing at 56 music Fix
august 19-21, 2022
we continuously update as bands sign on.
Ken Dix & the 56
Friday 8-19 @ Mrs P & Me
9-11 PM
TBA
My Metal Heart
Station 34
TBA
The Baldest hair band in town! Faithfully re-creating the best ROCK songs from the best 80's rock artists. Dressed to the Nines, and turned up to Ten!
The Difference
TBA
The Difference consists of 5 talented young musicians playing music from the 50s to the 80s. Unlike other bands, they take you through every decade telling the story of classic rock
Third Step on the Moon
Saturday 8-20 @ Mrs P & Me
TBA
Local teen band with rock covers and sick originals. Their cool vibe incorporates The Cramps, Ramones & even Talking Heads.
part of Your Kids Rock!
Collision
TBA
Formed in 2021, this quintet of El Rey students will be jamming 90's alternatives!
part of Your Kids Rock!
6 on Friday
TBA
Local favorite! This 9 piece band plays rock, country, Irish tunes, originals, and dance-able covers.
Acousticity
TBA
Awesome duo featuring Gary Pfister & Dave Olson (formerly of Mr. Hand) and their many guests hopping on and off stage!
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Whiskey Mick
Mrs P & Me
TBA
6-piece Irish band playing Celtic punk and Irish rock! I know! I can't wait either!
Rick Lindy & The Wild Ones
TBA
Performing Rock and Roll hits of the 1950's, 60's and 70's as well as Surf,
Rock-a-billy, and original songs.
Hold Please
TBA
Your band here!
yung leo
TBA
Experimental trap Vocalist & Producer whose lush instrumentals & vocals form an ethereal atmosphere.
DejaVooDuo
TBA
Javier Guerrero (vocal & guitar) and Dave Miller (bass) playing timeless mix of pop, rock, jazz & blues favorites.
Meteor
Joey LaLa DJ Set
TBA @ Mrs P & Me
Spinning sounds the underground, soul, funk, punk, rap and rock and roll. The perfect accompaniment to Sunday Funday!
Bucket Number 6
Moose Lodge
TBA
Playing the best rock & pop covers from the past five decades. They've entertain at festivals, bars, private events and fund raisers for over a decade...and not stopping now.
Serendipity
Moose Lodge
TBA
Playing a combo of popular 60’s, 70’s and 80’s covers & current pop hits
Serendipity is well known for their high energy and great musicianship.
Ice House Mary
Station 34
TBA
Formerly Two Weeks Notice, Ice House Mary are 6 talented, young musicians with their blend of blues & funk.
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56 Hoot Band
@ Mrs P & Me
TBA
Local musicians that met through the Music Fix Hootenannies perform indie, punk, country, & alternative covers together.
M C Carron
@ Mrs P & Me
TBA
Spinning funk, rap & all kinds of laid back gems to dance tracks.
Gina Gonzales
TBA
Touring with the Lt. Dan Band featuring actor Gary Sinise, she composed “A Letter Home” for the men and women who serve. This song continues to gain recognition for it’s honest and emotional portrayal of being part of the military.
Matt Lenny & The Breakdown
Saturday 8-21 @ The Moose Lodge
4:30-6 PM
Original music steeped somewhere on the rock and roll side of Americana with simple chord changes and melodies married to heartfelt emotions and old-fashioned storytelling.
Blue Onyx
TBA
Blue Onyx is an established 90's cover band playing Pearl Jam, Live, Lenny Kravitz, Green Day, Radiohead, U2 plus 70's, 80's and current rock to round it out.
The PanDamnits
@ Mrs P & Me
TBA
Starting with rocking their front porch during the pandemic, The PanDamnits evolved into a revolving door of musicians jamming Fleetwood Mac, Ramones & Led Zeppelin- and they take requests!
Needs Improvement
TBA
Johnny America and the Kids of Liberty play "sing-along" bar music. John Cougar, Social Distortion, Blues Brothers, Johnny Cash, Blur & Eminem
ShyTown
Saturday 8-21 @ Station 34
3:30-6 PM
SoCal born but Chicago raised, Shytown combines reggae, rock and hip-hop to form a truly unique sound.
Ukulele Gathering
Saturday 8-21 @ Capannari's
2-3 PM
All Ukulele players welcome to descend upon Capannari's gazebo. Pluck Hawaiian songs, The Beatles & more! Music available for $5 donation. All welcome to play!
The Mosquitos
Friday 8-20 @ Station 34
10:30 PM-1 AM
A unique jam band playing the music of Santana, The Dead, War, Clapton & much more!
Ernie Hendrickson
Friday 8-20 inside @ Mrs P & Me
11 PM- late
Midwestern openness meets Nashville, like the great American singers and songwriters who inspired him—such as Neil Young, Jerry Garcia and Willie Nelson—Ernie seeks the light amidst the ever-present perils of darkness.
John Koziol Band
Friday 8-20 @ Mrs. P & Me
4:00 PM
We are beyond thrilled to have John open up the 56 Music Fix as only John can: with a stirring performance of The Star Spangled Banner on his killer guitar!
Sean Tha DJ
Saturday 8-21 @ The Red Barn
9:30 PM- 2 AM
Spinning beats to get the whole place rocking!
Hold please
TBA
Your band here!
Fast Eddie
Sunday 8-22 @ The Red Barn
12:30-3 PM
Hardest working Irish entertainer around. A total showman determined to entertain the audience
Chapter 1
Saturday 8-21 @ The Red Barn
3-6 PM
Teen band of talented musicians drawing inspiration from classic rock & pop from 50's to today. A 56 Music Fix & Yule Fix standard!
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Laurel Canyon Trio
Saturday 8-21 @ Lions Park Band Shell- Artisan Fix
3-5 PM
Acoustic Singer/Songwriter & local guitar teacher playing originals & covers by artists including Tom Petty, The Eagles & More. Accompanied by James Bourland on guitar
OK, Boomer
Saturday 8-21 @ The Moose Lodge
6:30-8 PM
Dedicated to bringing a high-energy performance to the stage by playing great modern and classic rock tunes, a guitar-driven band rocks with great harmonies & strong rhythm section.
The Throwbacks
TBA
A cover band unlike any other, taking top Billboard songs from the 50's and 60's and infusing them with energy and modern style.
Jack Squat
Sunday 8-22 @ Mrs P & Me
3-4 PM
Jack Squat is a Rock trio based out of Palatine. With thoughtful lyricism and dynamic instrumentation, they are hitting the fix with a set of original music sure to get you moving!
Surrounded By Hassles
Friday 8-20 @ The Moose Lodge
7:00-8 PM
Four piece rock band playing covers you know & love to get you up and rocking. Making their Music Fix debut!
DJ Erge
Friday 8-20 @ The Red Barn
9:30 PM- 2 AM
Inspired by Bad Boy Bill, Ryan Santos aka DJ Erge has been moving crowds for over a decade. From the age of 14, he's developed his skills behind the turntables.
Bill Uhler
Saturday 8-21 @ Emerson's
8:30-10:30 PM
Solo acoustic guitarist playing Bon Jovi to the Blues with some awesome originals too.
3 Emmez
Saturday 8-20 @ Mrs P & Me
TBA
The 3 Emme brothers (Ages 15-19) started playing together in their basement and have become a Music Fix favorite. You have got to hear their "Iron Man!"
part of Your Kids Rock!
Leroy Winn
Saturday 8-21 @ The Red Barn
12-2:30 PM
Acoustic Solo Performer & singer/song writer heavily influenced by the styles Elvis Presley and Frank Sinatra.
Mike & Eileen
Saturday 8-21 @ The Red Barn
6:30-9:30 PM
Whether it's Pop/Rock from the 80's, 90's to current, Contemporary Country or Alternative favorites, there's sure to be something for everyone.
El Condor
Friday 8-20 @ Mrs P & Me
5-5:45 PM
This rocking band is focusing on playing only Guided By Voices for the Music Fix! A must-see band anyway, this will kick it over the top.
Off the Vine
Sunday 8-22 @ Moose Lodge
4-5:30 PM
We are a trio of teachers who love to play music! Our show consists of originals and covers from many different artists.
The Fairlanes
Sunday 8-22 @ Station 34
4:30-7 PM
Talented musicians entertaining audiences over 20 years. An eclectic song list & tightly knit harmonies will have you dancing and singing along with your favorite hits.
Our Little Music Thing
Saturday 8-21 @ Mia's Cantina
4:30-6:30 PM
Two piece band performing great covers on the patio of Mia's- a perfect complement to an awesome meal!
General Joystick
Sunday 8-22 @ Moose Lodge
2:30-3:30 PM
AH band playing original music drawing from alternative and new wave influences. Plan for a quirky & upbeat performance.
Vaguely Familiar
TBA
Their years-long musical relationship has marshaled a vast collection of creatively arranged acoustic renderings of popular songs.
Ukulele Rebels
Friday 8-20 @ Moose Lodge
5:30-6:30 PM
The bright & joyous sounds of the ukulele are used to interpret Hawaiian standards, contemporary pop & much more. No instrument is more fun than the uke & no band has more fun playing one!
I'm Just Sayin'
Friday 8-20 @
Amethyst Skye Salon
2:30-4 PM
Saturday 8-21 @ Canta Napoli
4-6 PM
Adam Thoma rocks his baritone ukulele, covering everything from pop hits to hidden indie gems.
Like a Rug
Saturday 8-21 @ Mrs. P & Me
2-3:30 PM
Alt rock band from Chicago area. Influences include: Nirvana, Sponge, Built to Spill, White Stripes, Marcy Playground, Stone Temple Pilots, FIDLAR, Wavves, Pup, Weezer
The Last Great Riot
Sunday 8-22 @ Mrs. P & Me
1:15-2:30 PM
Born in Chicago, melodic punk rock with hints of garage rock, hardcore, and riff-rock. Simple songs about life and the good and bad times. They just want to make noise and drink the beer you buy for them.
Disney Sing Along with Claire
Sunday 8-22 @ Capannari's Ice Cream
2-3:30 PM
Interactive performance featuring sing along Disney music, games & activities perfect for the under 10 crowd!
Kristin Rose Kelly
Sunday 8-22 @ Mia's Cantina
5-7 PM
Emmy Nominated Singer/Songwriter mixes classics with current rock & pop.
Day Drinkerz
Friday 8-20 @ Emerson's
8:30-10:30 PM
Sunday 8-22 @ Emerson's
2-4 PM
Power trio and special guests bring danceable covers and toe tapping tunes your way.
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JANNK Jazz Combo
Saturday 8-21 @ Lions Park Band Shell -Artisan Fix
1:15-2:30 PM
Jazz ensemble of college and high school students who love & support the revival of jazz music.
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Jonny Potts on the Spot DJ
Friday 8-20 @ Mia's Cantina
5:30-7:30 PM
Funky DJ set with some deep house on the patio of Mia's Cantina makes for a perfect evening!
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Ryan Yueill
Friday 8-20 @ Canta Napoli
6-8 PM
Acoustic singer/songwriter performing a mix of Americana and rock in the style of Tom Petty & The Eagles.
Dave Roby
Saturday 8-21 @ Trezeros Kitchen & Tap
7-9 PM
Acoustic guitar/ and banjo player vocals adds his voice to classic rock, country and some bluegrass.
David Lee
Saturday 8-21 @ Canta Napoli
7-9 PM
One Man Music Experience-performing popular rock & pop music from the 80's and today, using intimate acoustics to high energy electric guitars and live drum beats
Triple Shot
Saturday 8-21 @ Mrs P & Me
12-1:30 PM
Watch this awesome band tear up the tent at Mrs. P & Me! It's their third year rocking the Fix!
El Rey Music Center
Sunday 8-22 @ Moose Lodge
Noon-2 PM
Providing private instruction for guitar, ukulele, bass, drums, vocals & keys, at all levels. Our instructors help younger students form their own bands & perform in front of large crowds like this event at The Moose!
Mt Prospect Park District
Saturday 8-21 @ Lion's Park Bandshell
Noon-5 PM
Sponsoring the 56 Artisan Fix on Saturday 8/21 in Lions Park.
The Dance Programs of the Mt Prospect Park District
Saturday 8-21 @ Lion's Park Bandshell
3 performances between Noon-5 PM
Three touring dance companies: Riff Raff Dance Crew, Ballet Expressions & Impulse Dance Ensemble perform at the Lion's Park Bandshell during the 56 Artisan Fix. Register for dance classes at www.mppd.org
Booti Grooviani
Friday 8-20 @ Station 34
7-8 PM
Local trio invading your ears and hijacking your hips with their brand of funk.
Parent's Time Out
Bringing kids craft tables to venues throughout the village all weekend!
Bringing the kids with you to the fix? We've got you covered! Now, parents can truly relish a time out to enjoy the music while the kids are entertained with our kids' activities.
Collision
Performing in El Rey Recital Sunday 8-22 @ Moose Lodge
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Formed mere weeks ago, this quintet of El Rey students will be jamming 90's alternatives!