Root River Jam has a progressive style of Americana music that merges elements of americana, country, rock and blues genres.
Singers David Ross and Charlotte Matis highlight the bands strong vocal abilities. The group encompasses a musical diversity and playful improvisational skills adding a broader dimension to their wide musical appeal.
The band performs the original music of David Ross Wilson(guitar/vocals). Growing up the son of a veterinarian, he helped with work on many farms within the Root River region of MN. His mother taught David and his siblings to play piano and sing melody and harmony.
Blake Bonde (Upright Bass) a Rochester native and graduate of the University of MN in musical performance. He brings an extended musical vocabulary to their songs! From furious pizzicato to lush arco sounds.
Charlotte Matis (Violin/Fiddle/Vocals) and established musician, teacher, luthier, and music store owner in the Twin Cities. Her fiddling and vocal skills add an exciting depth to their music.
Miles Johnston (Drums/Vocals) has a dynamic style and broad musical background. Bringing rhythmic finesse to their fusion styles. Miles lives just south of the Oak Center General Store near Lake City, MN. He has played with many groups throughout the region.
The group had their first gig in Lanesboro, MN in 2012. This continues to be a favorite area for the band to play. The venue they first played at appears in the song “Dirty Martini” about a bar upstairs. Listeners instantly connect with expressive melodies, improv, and interaction. Recalling the “Jams” of the past and renewing the dreams of the future!
If you love “Americana Roots” music, like Mumford and Sons, Dave Matthews and Bonnie Raitt. Then you’ll love Root River Jam.
Their performance history of 12 seasons, includes having played over 480 gigs at various Shows, Music in the Parks, Venues, Fairs, and Festivals throughout Minnesota.
Event Details
When: February 13th, 2026 8:30pm to 10:30pm
Where: Aster Cafe Minneapolis MN
You may also like the following events from Root River Jam:
Also check out other
Music events in Minneapolis,
Entertainment events in Minneapolis.
