Author: swannyrosemusic

So its been one crazy year, and I’ve had an especially busy summer, but it culminated in one very special showcase at 102.9 The Wolf’s booth at The Minnesota State Fair — a massive amalgamation of crunchy, greasy, and ooey-gooey foods-on-stick, craft everything from beers to blankets, talented local and national musicians on practically every corner, plenty of vomit-inducing carnival rides and the most amazing people watching on planet Earth — where they smashed attendance records for 2019.

I was feeling so lucky to be a part of this blue-ribbon season with my return to the 102.9 The Wolf Stage. My dear friend DJ PT – Paul Thomas debuted my first single released on their station just in time for Fair Promo on the Hometown Country Show! I finally got to hear my beautiful song live on the radio!

It was also an honor to have the evening hosted by the one and only DJ Mandy James. Apparently I’m the first artist she met in MN and it was her one year anniversary of getting hired at the station. A cool moment in her-story for sure!

In keeping with the first ever Swanny Rose original release, I played 15 of my original compositions at The Minnesota State Fair and enjoyed every second of sharing my creations! Some songs I played for the 200th or so time, others were debuted right there on that stage. The best part was having my very best friends (and their adorable kids) and my amazing family there to support me. 💖 Thanks SO MUCH to those people, who ought to know who they are!

CLICK HERE TO WATCH THE SWANNY ROSE FACEBOOK LIVE FROM THE 102.9 THE WOLF STAGE AT THE MINNESOTA STATE FAIR!

And after all the #musiconastick, its time to toast the fall weather moving in, maybe with a little apple cider?! I’m getting ready for what’s becoming an annual show at Pleasant Valley Orchard on September 14th. Join me for two different shows (rain or shine – music is under a tent): 1-4pm will be a mix between my KIDS Show and my usual set, geared more toward families. From 5-7pm I will be showcasing more adult-friendly music (but please don’t worry, it’ll still be ok for the kids! 😉) I’m super excited to perform and then take home a bag of apples to cook copious amounts of my homemade applesauce!

What’s your favorite Fall activity? Share in the comments! ⤵⤵

XOXO’s Love Swanny Rose 😘⚘

Yesterday was an actual “Stormy Monday” here in Minnesota. We had several downpours with lightning and thunder and many of the communities nearby (including mine) had lots of hail, with reports of some pieces being as big as a lime!

This sampling of hail came from my Father’s company about 10 minutes from my home. I’m feeling pretty bad for all the folks who ended up with cracked windshields, dimpled and dented cars and ruined siding and roofing on their houses. I’m sure there’ll be lots of calls to insurance companies in the next few days!

Fortunately, the cure to all ailments (in my opinion), is a good old fashioned dose of music. So here is a clip of me singing “Stormy Monday” by The Allman Bros. at Brookside Bar and Grill in Marine on St. Croix, MN from a few weeks ago. I’m joined by one of my duet partners, Joe Flip, as well as our guest, Dave, who rips up a harmonica solo. Enjoy!

Check out my upcoming shows!

I have a #minitour Thursday night. Join me for PT on the Patio at Psycho Suzi’s Motor Lounge in Minneapolis from 5-8pm. Then follow me to Big Wood Brewery in White Bear Lake for round two of Swanny Rose live local music.

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On Saturday the 8th I’ll be performing at “Rock Out, Roll Out” at Zylstra Harley Davidson in Elk River from 11am-2pm. This event is free and open to the public, however, if you want to Demo a bike Please Register (For Free) here for your slot —> Register to Demo a Harley!

Next week I’m headed to the legendary Glueks Bar and Grill in Minneapolis on Thursday June 13th from 9:30pm-12:30am. My uber talented friends, Mike Green and Reuben Rodriguez will be joining me for part of the show! You can also catch me with a new friend, Mark Stone, at the St. Francis Legion on Saturday the 15th from 7pm-11pm for our “Dirty Duets” Duo.

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On June 21st, I am So Excited to play a Carrie Underwood Pre-Party at Loews Hotel Minneapolis. I’ll be in the beautiful lounge from 4pm-7pm singing your favorite covers and awesome Swanny Rose original tunes, too!

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Then I’ll be closing out the month with my duet partner, Joe Flip! Join us Wednesday the 26th at Champps Eden Prairie 6pm-10pm and Saturday the 29th at Running Aces Casino from 8pm-12am!

Hope to see you all soon! Have a great day!

XOXO’S Love Swanny Rose ⚘

I’m sharing my first ever Swanny Rose single exclusively with my friend Brian Powers on the Homegrown Show on BOB FM. I’m so excited for the first spin of “A Parent’s Prayer” to air during our live interview and performance from 5-6pm CT!

Stream anywhere from mybobcountry.com or tune in locally on 106.1 (Twin Cities), 107.5 (Faribault), or 105.5 (St. Cloud).

As ALWAYS, thank you for your love and support. Without my fan-mily there really isn’t any purpose to my performance.

To support the release of my upcoming EP, Please follow this link to my digital tip jar! Thank you 😘

XOXO’S Love Swanny Rose ⚘

I’m so excited to give my fan-mily a preview of my very first single, “A Parent’s Prayer,” on Sunday, May 26th. To hear this EXCLUSIVE FIRST LISTEN, tune into the BOB FM Homegrown Show with Brian Powers from 5pm-6pm CT.

To listen locally in Minnesota, tune your dial to 105.5 (St. Cloud), 106.1 (Twin Cities), or 107.5 (Faribault). To stream anywhere (or to hear the archived show) go to mybobcountry.com.

This is such a special moment in my 33 year performance career. And I am lucky to have worked with two of my favorite humans in fulfilling the vision I had for this recording. This morning I heard the final mix and blubbered through the whole thing – that’s how I knew it was perfect.

Who are these two amazing humans, you ask?

Firstly, my husband and musical soul mate Matt added a simple, warm bass line that feels like a hug and a heartbeat with his rich tone and gentle pulsing pattern. His unending encouragement, support and talent have helped to push me to focus more on my original music and for that I’m eternally grateful.

Second, my engineer and one of my all-time favorite percussionists added his skill at recording and his simple, thoughtful percussion to complete my rustic vision for “A Parent’s Prayer.” Kyle Primus of Inside Insomnia Productions is amazing inside and out – if you ever need an engineer who can masterfully produce anything from Americana to Metal, he’s your guy!

Thank you to everyone who has helped make me the performer I am today. I appreciate your time, talent, love and enduring support. Without my fan-mily there really isn’t any purpose to living the creative life. I create for you all and hope you enjoy the fruits of my labor!

“A Parent’s Prayer” will not be available immediately for sale, as I plan to release an EP with some of my favorite creations together, hopefully later this year. So keep your eyes peeled and be sure to tune into my interview on the BOB FM Homegrown Show with Brian Powers on Sunday as you enjoy your Memorial Day weekend.

XOXO’S Love Swanny Rose ⚘

I’ve been so happy to be a part of the Midwest Country Music Association for the last year; I’ve made new friends (who possess amazing talent), grown my professional network, played at amazing new places, and had a ton of fun doing it all!

Our latest Midwest CMA adventure brought us all to Route 47 Pub and Grub in Fridley, MN, where almost 50 members of the organization were Mixed-Up into different bands for a night of friendly competition featuring a theme we all had to follow.

This year’s theme was Movie Soundtracks. Our band “Dirty Duets” performed music from the classic film, “Dirty Dancing,” including “I’ve Had The Time Of My Life” and “Love Is Strange.” We also performed one country wild card song, a newer hit by Jason Aldean and Kelly Clarkson called “Don’t You Wanna Stay?”

Last year my band won the inaugural event, and though my band didn’t “win” this year, I absolutely won playing with some of the finest gentlemen in the country music scene.

Make sure to follow the “Dirty Duet” crew:

Drummer Grant Thelen, Bassist Derek Patrin, our Lead Guitarist Joe Flip and my fellow Lead Singer, Mark Stone. They are all incredible and you’ll love what they do in their own daily musical endeavors!

And now… Click the link to check out videos of our live performances on Midwest Music TV.

Thanks, as always, for supporting independent musicians!

XOXO’S Love Swanny Rose ⚘

What’s coming up for Swanny Rose along with the flowers this year? Read on to find out!

OUTDOOR SHOWS —>

I’m so excited for warm weather! In Minnesota, it means we can start to venture outdoors after braving arctic temperatures for the last 6 months or so…

Some of the best parts of sunshiny spring and summer days include grilling and sipping cool drinks, beach days and camping trips, weddings and holiday reunions, and of course… LIVE MUSIC on a patio, under an umbrella with great food, family and friends.

I have some super fun warm weather events coming up, so be sure to check back on my Swanny Rose CALENDAR often! Some I’m really looking forward to are PT on The Patio with PT/Paul Thomas from 102.9 The Wolf at Psycho Suzi’s in Minneapolis, and the Anoka County Fair in Anoka, MN.

HOUSE CONCERTS —>

I’m also looking for unique venues to perform at this year…If you’re interested in hosting a NO-COST-TO-YOU ORIGINAL MUSIC HOUSE CONCERT, please CONTACT ME HERE for more details and to choose a date.

For those of you who need to know all about House Concerts now, here’s the cliffs notes:

I provide sound (and appropriate lighting if needed) and perform 2 sets of original music I’ve created as a songwriter. You provide the space, invite the guests to attend, and offer any drinks or munchies of your choosing (or suggest a pot-luck feast!) Host Hump Day Happy Hour, Swanday Funday, or whatever you can think up.

If you’re wondering how I get paid…Each guest is encouraged to tip or donate whatever they deem fair for their “ticket” to the show, either in cash in person or via my secure PayPal, with no fee for the host – unless you choose to tip me as well 😉! Just sit back and enjoy the show!

SONGWRITER’S SHOWCASES —>

I am looking forward to performing at as many Songwriter’s Showcases all around the Twin Cities Metro area as possible. I have several booked already, including a few with my friends in the Midwest Country Music Association and one in Wyoming, MN at the Hallberg Center For The Arts. There are some cogs turning for me to host Songwriter’s Showcases as well, so I’ll share more info as plans develop!

Thank you, as always, for supporting independent musicians like me! Every like, share, comment, listen, view, tip/donation, high five, hug, word of encouragement, suggestion and job I am hired for is appreciated and never taken for granted. It means the world that you all contribute to my ability to do what I LOVE and I am honored to have you in my fan-mily!

Happy Spring! Cheers to many warm music-filled days ahead!

XOXO’S Love Swanny Rose ⚘

I had a great time hanging out with Brian Powers on Sunday February 10th as his co-host on the 106.1 BOB FM Homegrown Show. If you missed it, check out the podcast from the full show below!

For more–>CLICK HERE to watch the Swanny Rose Facebook Livestream of the song performances during the second half of the show.

Or you can CLICK HERE to watch Part 1 of the BOB FM Homegrown Show Livestream or CLICK HERE to watch Part 2!