MUSIC ON THE 
U.S. CELLULAR STAGE
 

F R I D A Y
Minus Six
4:00PM TO 5:30PM

A guitarless band may seem strange at first, but the piano, bass, drums, and sax group, Minus Six, have proven they can deliver an impressive rock sound despite not having a guitar, thus leading to the band’s name “Minus Six.” Over the past 4 years, the group has been writing and rehearsing original compositions and performing at venues throughout Illinois and Iowa. Minus Six released their debut CD in June of 2004 entitled “Overdue”. Their 2nd CD, “Some Things Change”, in August of 2005. Their 3rd CD, “Hidden Deep in the Green”, in January of 2007. CD’s are available on www.minussix.com as well as www.cdbaby.com. Music can also be downloaded on www.itunes.com as well as several other digital mainstream sites. Minus Six has also been voted “Best in the Quad Cities” by fans for two years in a row (2006-2007) by QC Magazine.
Dani Lynn Howe Band
6:00PM TO 7:30PM



This is where Country and Rock collide:  The Dani Lynn Howe Band.  You can’t help being caught up in the fun, energetic show.  Whether it’s foot-stompin’ or heart wrenching, lead vocalist Dani Lynn pulls you along for the emotional ride of every song.  Growing up near Cedar Falls, Iowa, Dani started singing in church choir when she was thirteen, then continued singing and performing in musical theatre throughout high school and college.  After winning several karaoke contests, she began singing with live bands.
Mike & Joe
8:00PM TO 9:30PM

 

 Originally, they struggled with what to do about the band's name. After deciding that they were unwilling to call their entire band Mike and Joe, they picked the name Michelanjelo. Initially, knowing they would still perform some shows with the duo format and others with the whole band, they planned to bill each of the two formats separately using both names depending on whether it was the duo or the full band. Clear as mud right? They tried it for a while. What did they get? Confusion. It soon became clear that the name Mike and Joe was preferred by the fan base. In the meantime, they released their second CD, Michelanjelo Live at the Bandstand. This CD was recorded live and released in conjunction with Dick Clark's organization, and Anheuser Busch. The band continued to expand its touring area, discovering Ohio and Iowa, as well as the far reaches of the Indiana and Illinois markets.
Trippin' Billies
10:30PM TO MIDNIGHT

 

 Born in the pubs on the north side of Chicago, Trippin Billies started in the early nineties as an acoustic duo. It wasn’t long before lines grew to long for the small bars and calls started coming in from around the Midwest. Having the luxury of living in a city called home to many great musicians, Trippin Billies is comprised of some of Chicago’s best. This talent coupled with their mutual love of high energy performance has moved them above the bar band circuit and into concert settings.

SATURDAY

HI-FI
4:00PM TO 5:30PM

HI-FI was formed in 1985 as a four-piece ‘top forty” rock band. The band performed at various nightclubs in the region playing contemporary dance tunes and original material.  Original songs, classic hits, full vocal harmonies, good times…Solid rock.
Wicked Liz & The Bellyswirls
6pm-7:30pm

Wicked Liz & the Bellyswirls formed in 1999. Bassist Bob Kelly and brother Leo (guitar) began jamming in their parents basement. One afternoon, an old friend, Liz Townsend, stopped by and sang a few tunes. This became a regular occurrence and soon they were on the look for a drummer. A few calls around the local music scene turned up Greg Hipskind.  They released their first CD in 2001. It was self-titled, showing their different sides -- blues, funk, folk, rock and a little twangy-country.
Late Night Blues Brother and Shade of Blue
8:00PM TO 9:30PM

Bob Balayati & Mike Venier have been paying tribute to the original Blues Brothers together since 1996. Prior to forming Shades of Blue as the Ultimate Blues Brothers Tribute, Bob had been playing harmonica and singing in Rock, Blues, and Country bands throughout northern Illinois for over 30 years. His distinct style of harp playing compliments all types of popular music. With all this experience behind him he is a natural to play the part of "Jake Blues."
Parrots of the Caribbean
10:30PM TO MIDNIGHT

 

Other Events And Attractions


 Fireworks!
Friday  at 9:30pms sponsored by Diamonds On The Avenue!  The most spectacular fireworks, year after year!!
Hy-Vee Kids Fest!
Go on rides, jump around in classic inflatables, and have a blast! It's all part of the Kid's Fest at the Taste of the Quad Cities!

There's a lot to see and do!



Wakeen's Poker Run!

Wakeen's Boating Center is hosting a benefit for the "Make-A-Wish" Foundation, with all proceeds benefiting the foundation.

To participate, purchase your Poker Run Ticket from any SeaRay Club member and receive an admission ticket to Taste of the Quad Cities and a Poker Run T-Shirt.

The "Make-A-Wish" Foundation grants the wishes of children with life-threatening condition to enrich the human experience with hope, strength, and joy.

For more information, call Wakeen's Boating Center at (309) 793-0375 or visit them online at www.wakeens.com.

Please note our new sponsors! We look forward to this year’s Taste of the Quad Cities with their support!

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