3 hours
The Midway Saloon
Starting at USD 13
Sat, 21 Feb, 2026 at 08:00 pm to 11:00 pm (GMT-06:00)
The Midway Saloon
1567 University Avenue West, Saint Paul, United States
Lola Blu & The Boys with Monique Smaz & The Outlaws at The Midway Saloon! Join two powerhouse female artists from the Midwest!
Lola Blu is a rising country singer-songwriter from Rockford, Illinois, known for her striking, raspy voice and magnetic stage presence. Blending country and southern rock with inspiration from Miranda Lambert, Whiskey Myers, and 49 Winchester, she delivers songs that dive into love, heartbreak, self-discovery, and the frequent party anthem.
Backed by her powerhouse band- Matt Zito (lead guitar), Tate Medina (rhythm guitar), Logan Taylor (bass), and Will Lewis (drums). Lola Blu brings a true rock ‘n’ roll energy to every performance. She’s shared the stage with artists like Terri Clark, Trey Lewis, Tanner Usrey, Mackenzie Carpenter, & more, captivating audiences with her raw emotion and dynamic range.
Lola has earned major recognition, including multiple Josie Music Award nominations and being named 2024 Breakthrough Artist of the Year by the Midwest Country Music Organization. Her singles “Better Believe” and “3” (played on 60+ stations) paved the way for her debut EP, Good Ole Days, released summer 2024, along with her most recent singles, “Neon Night” & “Redneck Rock n’ Roll” which are both summer country anthems.
Touring across the Country and new music on the way, Lola Blu is just getting started…
and she’s a name you won’t forget.
Artist/Singer-Songwriter, Monique Smaz is a proud St.Paul, Minnesota native writing and performing as an accomplished vocalist and guitarist, quickly becoming one of the industry's most sought after talents. Monique's music seamlessly blends the raw edge and grit of rock-and-roll with the heartfelt, soulful, storytelling and vulnerability of country music. Monique is recognized for her catchy melodies, powerful vocals, and strong stage presence. She has performed to audiences at notable national venues such as US Bank Stadium, Target Center Arena, First Avenue, and at prestigious music events such as The Frank Brown Songwriters’ Festival. Making a Midwest impact; Monique is a Midwest Country Music Organization 2024 Female Vocalist of The Year Nominee. Smaz's music has resonated far and wide, earning airtime on esteemed radio stations, such as hometown Minnesota favorites 102.9 The Wolf and 89.3 The Current, as well as nationally acclaimed SiriusXM Radio's "The Highway/On The Horizon", where she was hailed as a 2023 “Highway Find”. Monique's songwriting has led to career milestones such as her original music being performed at The Country Music Hall of Fame in Nashville, Tennessee via Natalie Murphy's Musician Spotlight in 2025. Monique has shared stages with notable artists such as The War Hippies, Austin Williams, David J, Tenille Townes, Turnpike Troubadours, Lauren Alaina, and Zach Bryan.
Monique's music is heavily influenced by the sounds, styles, and songwriting of Miranda Lambert, Elle King, Gretchen Wilson, Ashley McBryde, and Janis Joplin. Now living in Nashville, TN, Monique has immersed herself in the city's rich tapestry of songwriting and recording with plans to continue writing songs, releasing music, and performing to audiences around the globe.
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Tickets for Lola Blu & The Boys with Monique Smaz & The Outlaws at The Midway Saloon can be booked here.
| Ticket type | Ticket price |
|---|---|
| General Admission | 13 USD |