The Boys n’ the Barrels

From Minneapolis, MN, The Boys n’ the Barrels are a modern Bluegrass band. With influences ranging from Old-time to Jazz and Rock, the Boys appeal to both traditional and contemporary tastes. Comprised of six members, instrumentation includes Banjo, Guitar, Fiddle, Mandolin, Harmonica, Upright Bass, and light Percussion. Their sound is energetic and creative. A deep, introspective message underlines the up-tempo, foot thumping melodies and hooks as The Boys explore subjects such as love, philosophy, environmentalism, booze, and death.

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Many of the band members have been making music together for years, but their latest incarnation; The Boys n’ the Barrels hit the ground running 2 years ago and have been winning over crowds at venues ranging from bars, to theaters, clubs and music festivals. While beginning in, and remaining rooted in Minneapolis and St. Paul, they have extended their audience to towns such as Fargo, N.D., Ames, IA, Madison, WI, and as far as Kentucky. Radio airplay includes: 89.3 The Current, Bluegrass Saturday Mornings on Jazz 88.5, KFAI (90.3 in the cities) and WHYS 96.3 in Eau Claire, WI. A promising up-and-coming talent, The Boys continue to impress and awe audiences, while introducing interest in Folk music to people of their own generation with their unique blend of traditional and contemporary sounds.

Past Shows


Apr
13
th
2012
Mainroom
Apr
13
th
2012
Mainroom

The 4onthefloor

with The Evening Rig, The Boys n’ the Barrels and Roster McCabe
Feb
11
th
2012
Mainroom
Feb
11
th
2012
Mainroom

Railroad Earth

with The Boys n’ the Barrels
Apr
24
th
2011
7th St Entry
Apr
24
th
2011
7th St Entry

The 4onthefloor

with The Boys n’ the Barrels and Housepet
Jan
25
th
2011
7th St Entry
Jan
25
th
2011
7th St Entry

THE WAKA WINTER CLASSIC

with P.B. & The Jam, Enchanted Ape, Soap and more!
Jan
14
th
2011
Mainroom
Jan
14
th
2011
Mainroom

Trampled by Turtles

with Caroline Smith and The Boys n’ the Barrels

More Shows

Feb
1
st
Amsterdam Bar & Hall

2hollis

Feb
21
st
First Avenue

Muscadine Bloodline

with Lance Roark
Feb
20
th
Fine Line

Jamie Miller

Dec
7
th
Turf Club

Bloodline, Vinny Franco and the Love Channel, Tarias and the Sound, and The Dalmatian Club