Independent Hip-Hop's finest, the Rusty Ps, have played an instrumental role in the Midwest underground music scene. For nearly a decade strong, the Ps have been spreading their unique style of hip hop throughout the world. $3 Pabst Blue Ribbon throughout the cruise. Artist Website>>

2008-2009

Classic Rock at its finest. Hendrix, Vaughan, Black Crowes, etc. No gimmicks, light shows, village people hats or Top 40. Just great high-powered rock covers (not copies). Grab a cold one, sit back and Be Abducted! Artist Website>>

ing Solomon's cool reggae style is a mixture of roots reggae, ska, dub and dance hall combined with rock, r&b and funk. King Solomon puts on a powerful show and is a must see for anyone who enjoys listening to good music. Event Website>>

The Invaders have been a Milwaukee Ska tradition for two decades. Influenced by the British "Two-Tone" movement, Jamaican Ska legends like Desmond Dekker and Laurel Aitken and even the likes of Oingo Boingo and L.A.'s Fishbone. Artist Website>>

Cry Coyote are a refreshing, toe-tapping "cow punk" featuring a brand of contemporary punk rock coupled with the more traditional genre influences of blues, rockabilly and country music quite nostalgic. The beat and jangle of their guitars along with the sad lonesome song of the slide guitar will keep you coming back to their shows. The Flips on Myspace>> Cry Coyote on Myspace

The Savages are a 7 piece combo featuring Sax and Piano in addition to the traditional Upright Bass, Guitar, Drum and Vocal. The group's music is largely influenced by the R&B and Black Rock tradition of the Late forties to the early sixties with a definite nod to the rockabilly and swamp pop genres. The band plays their music the only way they know- "full throttle, drinking from the bottle. Artist Website>>

Burgundy Ties is a hard working Midwest rock band. They've been hitting the road playing some of the biggest venues in Milwaukee and beyond for the past five years. Burgundy Ties is blend of Singer-Songwriter/Acoustic and Americana Rock'n'Roll. The combination of their eclectic sound and live performance makes them truly stand out as an original and inspired Milwaukee band. Artist Website>>

Self-described as Graham Parsons playing with Social Distortion, FSFI has shared the stage with the likes of The Bottle Rockets, The Bastard Sons of Johnny Cash, Slobberbone, Agent Orange, The Black Keys, Jay Bennet (of Wilco) The Drive By Truckers, Etc. Artist Website>>

Ambassadors of leisurely entertainment, Five Card Studs aim to please with a sexy sound and a moxy that's 'so big it's alive.' Their live show is a unique blend of big-time Vegas attitude and ‘70’s TV game show schmaltz, all glossed over with a ‘washed-up lounge/wedding singer’ veneer. Expect to hear many recognizable hits from artists such as Neil Diamond, Engelbert Humperdink, Tom Jones, Santana; soul classics from Al Green, Smokey Robinson, The Spinners, Wilson Pickett; and more. Artist Website>>

Ethan Keller is a singer, songwriter, and son-of-a-preacher-man. Playing a wide spectrum for over a decade, Keller uses folk, rock, & jazz guitar styles, while his soulful, youthful voice and poetic lyrics naturally dive to spiritual depths. Keller may employ Milwaukee’s living musicals legends for a combo, or a loop machine for a solo gig, but every show is original and fresh. Artist Website>>

Bette E. Ford Is The Focus Of The Show, With Red Hot Vocals That Leave A Hole In The Roof And An Ache In Your Heart. Visuals Are Great, But The Tunes Are Even Better. Dancin' And Drinkin Music At It's Finest. Dance Tunes With Attitude. A Perfect Blend Of Rock, Soul, And Blues. Not Smart Enough To Write Originals, We Just Steal Other Bands Stuff And Do It Our Way. Perfect Music For Dancin' And Drinkin'. Funny How We Make People Thirsty! Artist Website>>