Looking for live music and a good time?
Come to the Empire’s Music Box May 23rd, 2026!
This month at the Empire Arts Center, we are excited to present a brand new line up of local musicians at our monthly Empire Music Box presented by Rydell GMC! With artists like Day of Bliss, Wes Elementary, and Soulomon, you'll be in for an evening of post-grunge, psychedelic rock, indie rock, and alternative styles that you're sure to love! The Empire's Music Box also features a live jam open to the public, so feel free to bring an instrument and make some music with other community musicians.
Doors open at 6:00 PM, open-jam starts at 7:00 PM
The Music Box is one of the only venues in Grand Forks that allows artists to play what they want, and our Music Box stage helps to give any musician a platform to perform, regardless the genre or experience.
Tickets available by donation at the door. Recommended Donation of $10. The Music Box is supported through our sponsor, Rydell GMC and through donations from our community.
Meet the Artists!
Soulomon is an independent artist duo that was meant to find each other. Soulomon is a 24 year old singer / songwriter with her now fiancé, a 26 year old producer & mix / master engineer from Grand Forks, ND.
They began their music journey in summer ‘23, and with neither of them having made a song before, they released their first single in March ‘24. This inspired their first demo album project, “Trapped”, which is described as a tribute to personal growth.
Their unique genre-fluid music consists of mind bending psychedelic sounds with influence from hip-hop, rock, rnb, and more!
Since then, they’ve grabbed onto a handful of live performing opportunities as well as releasing two more singles, “Warrior” & “Change”. They’re eager to continue learning and growing in their craft both in and out of the studio, as well as continuing to make connections with aspiring artists and music lovers.
Wes Elementary is a new band based in Grand Forks, ND, put together by 23 year old songwriter and guitarist, Tommy Hoffarth.
They will be playing original songs and a few covers near and dear to their heart.
Wes Elementary also features Jeremy Swisher on drums, Oliver Wolfe on guitar, and Tommy Berge on bass."
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Day of Bliss is an alt/grunge band from Moorhead, Minnesota. Channeling the raw emotion and sonic weight of ’90’s alternative rock while forging a sound that feels both familiar and current. Built on thick, distorted guitar tones, dynamic rhythms, and emotionally driven vocals. The band draws inspiration from genre-defining acts from the 1990’s and early 2000’s.
At the core of DOB is a commitment to honest, unfiltered songwriting. Their music is balance of heaviness and melody that pulls listeners in and refuses to let go. The band’s sound moves seamlessly between brooding, atmospheric passages and explosive, high energy moments, creating songs that hit hard while leaving space for reflection.
On stage, DOB is known for intense, engaging live performances that connect deeply with audiences. Whether performing crowd favorite covers and original material, the band brings a sense of urgency and authenticity that defines their shows. Their chemistry and passion translate into a live experience that feels raw, loud, and emotionally charged true to the spirit of alternative and grunge rock.
Driven by a love for heavy music with meaning and a dedication to powerful live shows, Day of Bliss is steadily carving out their place as a rising force in modern alternative rock one song, one show, and one connection at a time.