Forager Brewery is a contact page states live music runs multiple nights each week and explicitly invites musicians to submit to play. The taproom or beer-garden setting is casual and social, with guests drinking, talking, and moving through the space while the band creates the atmosphere. For musicians, a manageable stage footprint and sensible volume are important, while strong vocals and approachable material help hold listeners who may not have arrived specifically for the show. Solo performers, duos, and compact full bands can all fit depending on the event, with larger brewery celebrations supporting more substantial production. Forager Brewery is worth considering for musicians whose audience size, stage setup, and live format match the venue’s scale and atmosphere. Before pursuing a date, bands should think about whether their normal set length, equipment footprint, volume, and audience draw suit the way people actually use the space during live events.
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Bode Gray's (The Brass Hat) brings live music to Waconia, Minnesota with a 21+ door policy and room for roughly 50. Casual spot for artisan pizzas, plus other Italian dishes, small plates, and drinks. Live music is held in the downstairs speakeasy, The Brass Hat, on a rotating schedule, primarily on weekends, but weekday shows are possible as well. Artists working in Acoustic, Americana, Blues, Folk, Jazz, Roots Music, and Singer-Songwriter fit Bode Gray's (The Brass Hat)’s stated range. Bode Gray's (The Brass Hat) accepts booking inquiries by email. The available PA and production support at Bode Gray's (The Brass Hat) are not confirmed; settle those requirements before accepting the date. Confirm Bode Gray's (The Brass Hat)’s show schedule and any unlisted deal terms before routing around the performance.
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- 50
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- 21+
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- Acoustic, Americana, Blues, Folk, Jazz, Roots Music, Singer-Songwriter
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- 125 W 1st Street, 55387, United States
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- (952) 444-0795
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