Empire Alive 2025
A benefit concert for the Empire Arts Center
Thursday, October 30
Event Timeline:
5:00pm – Doors open
6:20pm – 7:35pm – The Forefeathers
7:35pm – 8:00pm – Intermission
8:00pm – 9:40pm – The Dank
9:40pm – 10:00pm – Group jam with The Dank and The Forefeathers
What can you expect?
Music by The Forefeathers and The Dank
A cash bar, serving your favorite drinks
Food available for purchase
Snacks and soft drinks for purchase at the concession stand
A Halloween costume contest with prizes for the winners
A night full of community, celebration, and fundraising to ensure the Empire can continue to provide arts and culture for another 25 years!
Meet The Acts
Based out of Grand Forks, North Dakota, The Dank is a six-piece, groove driven, funk and rock-n-roll band that formed in 2017. Known for their deep grooves and big jams, the Dank is comprised of Anthony Diaz (guitar/vocals), Daniel Knight (guitar/vocals), Joseph McCauley (keyboards, saxophone, vocals), Brian Rydell (drums/percussion), Tyler Vacura (drums, percussion) and Ryan Hilldefender (bass). Multiple vocalists add vocal harmonies help to fill out the sound. Playing a combination of original music and cover songs, their live performances have made them a local favorite in North Dakota and surrounding areas.
Hailing from Fargo, North Dakota, The Forefeathers bring a vibrant blend of jam band sensibilities, rock roots, Americana storytelling, and psychedelic soundscapes. Formed by three former members of The Human Element, Matt Johnson (guitar/vocals), Seth Holden (drums/vocals), and Brant Niemi (bass) joined forces with Keith Thornby (sax/keys) to blend their talents, influences, and love for this style of music. Each member has gained diverse musical backgrounds from playing in locally acclaimed bands throughout the Midwest, including OFOSHO, Sovereign Sect, Hiahli, WBPN, and Hardwood Groove.
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