Back to August, 2024
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Summer Concert Series - Aaron Lee Kaplan - 6-8pm
Fee: FreeAaron Lee Kaplan, a guitarist and singer/songwriter hailing from Marshfield, WI, defines his music as Twisted Blues & Eclectic Americana. With over two decades of performance experience across various genres, Kaplan has garnered recognition in the Midwest for his slide and fingerstyle guitar techniques, coupled with his witty original compositions. Drawing from a diverse range of influences, he crafts a progressive style rooted in American Roots music, often experimenting with blues and folk conventions. Kaplan's lyrics delve into profound themes like mortality, identity, and mental health, employing dark humor and abstract imagery to convey personal reflections. Notable releases include his EP "Some Sunny Day" in September 2017 and his albums "Dairyland" in March 2020 and "Smiley’s Blues" in December 2022, all well-received with regional radio airplay. Kaplan continues to captivate audiences throughout the Midwest while planning his next recording venture. - "An extraordinary acoustic blues guitarist." - HH Hinder Brewing Company, Waupaca, WI - "Stop by and experience his raspy yet smooth vocals accompanied by his remarkable guitar skills." - Hoozels Bar, Wisconsin Rapids - "Aaron Kaplan's return to the porch is always magical, with his guitar prowess and infectious sound bringing joy to all." - Bad Bones BBQ