Roots Night. Music in the park adds another evening of entertainment to the Minnesota Original Music Festival. The event is located in Minnesota Square Park. Begins at 7:00pm.
Friday, July 21, 2023, 7pm
- Josh Reinitz & Forrest Hunter – special guests
- Geoff Elvee Band – original country music
Forrest Hunter and Josh Reinitz
Forrest Hunter and Josh Reinitz are a musical duo from the Minnesota River towns of Le Sueur and Henderson. They perform original folk, country, rock and roll and a handful of traditional tunes. Their songs are inspired by the darkness and depth of life’s relationships, stories of growing up in rural MN, and appreciation for the natural world.
Geoff Elvee
Hard work, rural living, being on the road, love gained, loved lost, songs of heroes and songs of having a good time have always been key subjects in country music but in the rugged working hands of Geoff Elvee these topics are eloquently transformed into first rate songs written or co-written by this established Country, Americana,Rock musician. A Native Minnesotan he has been performing nationally as well as internationally for the last 20+ years and has released 3 albums. Elvee’s third album ” Crazy In The Heart” was released in August of 2019, and is currently working on a fourth. Having opened up for the likes of Cory Stevens, Mick Sterling, John Rich, and Hairball, Elvee has been able to intrigue all genres of music lovers to enjoy his shows. With music style ranging from traditional country, modern country, classic rock, and Americana done with his own twist, you can expect to hear music the way it was meant to be performed with heart, soul and personality. You will have a memorable experience of a genuine American singer/songwriter and also hear cover songs of his musical idols, influences and music hits past and present and stories behind the music. Elvee also has been involved with producing and performing veteran military appreciation charity concerts that have provided a venue for vets and their families to have a good time and to raise awareness to their causes.