Entertainment and Music All Weekend Long!
Art on the River has so many great local musicians who come out every year to participate and entertain! There is something for everyone on the Art on the River stage. At Kiefer Park you will find the main stage, which will feature a wide range of genres to listen to. This year the theme is the blues! 2 days of non-stop music will keep the energy high and your feet tapping! Over the last 10 years, Art on the River has featured Vinny Dombrowski and the Orbitsuns as the 2011 and 2012 headline band. In 2013 The Steepwater Band took the stage. Barbara Payton and the Instigators were the 2014 & 2018 headline band. 2016 featured Black Oak Arkansas as the headline band on Saturday night. 2017 saw Rio and the Rockabilly Revival tear up the stage for a heart stopping performance! 2019 Derrick St. Holmes brought us all his great hits including Stranglehold! In 2021 Tommy Castro joined us for a fun evening of blues! It's always a party time at Art on the River.
Art on the River 2026 Bands!
The Brendon Linsley Band - June 12, 2026 @ 6:15pm
The Brendon Linsley Band delivers raw, soulful blues with a modern twist driven by searing guitar, smooth vocals, and grooves that move. Born from Detroit’s beating heart, The BLB blends old school blues, funk, and classic rock into a sound that howls with passion and power. Every show feels like a revival—where sweat, soul, and sound collide. Brendon has worked with many. He's mentored under Erich Goebel and has been taken under the wings of Jim McCarty and Bobby Murray. He's opened up for acts such as Eric Gales, Chris Cain, Samantha Fish, Larry McCray, Brandon Miller, Albert Castiglia, Albert Cummins, Alto Reed, Papa Chubby and more. One of Brendon’s Earliest accomplishments was in 2014, Brendon played with Ronnie Earl at Evanston Space Theater in Chicago. Some of Brendon’s most recent accomplishments include Sharing the Stage with Legendary Buddy Guy and being crowned the winner of the 2025 Detroit Blues Challenge. Brendon has been referred as “The Youngest Veteran of the Detroit music scene” with his professional music career starting at the early age of 13.
The Brendon Linsley Band delivers raw, soulful blues with a modern twist driven by searing guitar, smooth vocals, and grooves that move. Born from Detroit’s beating heart, The BLB blends old school blues, funk, and classic rock into a sound that howls with passion and power. Every show feels like a revival—where sweat, soul, and sound collide. Brendon has worked with many. He's mentored under Erich Goebel and has been taken under the wings of Jim McCarty and Bobby Murray. He's opened up for acts such as Eric Gales, Chris Cain, Samantha Fish, Larry McCray, Brandon Miller, Albert Castiglia, Albert Cummins, Alto Reed, Papa Chubby and more. One of Brendon’s Earliest accomplishments was in 2014, Brendon played with Ronnie Earl at Evanston Space Theater in Chicago. Some of Brendon’s most recent accomplishments include Sharing the Stage with Legendary Buddy Guy and being crowned the winner of the 2025 Detroit Blues Challenge. Brendon has been referred as “The Youngest Veteran of the Detroit music scene” with his professional music career starting at the early age of 13.
The Jim Cummings Band - June 12, 2026 @ 8:00pm
The Legendary Jim Cummings has been playing bass and singing lead since he was 13! He has toured as bassist with Gregg Allman, Odyssey, The Coasters, The Drifters, Edgar Winter, and many more. He has worked with The Beach Boys, The Tubes, Dick Wagner, Grand Funk, Alice Cooper and more. Jim has played on hundreds of sessions and film scores, and also starred in touring productions of Jesus Christ Superstar as Jesus, Little Shop of Horrors as The Plant, Miss Saigon as the Pimp, My Favorite Year as Alan Swann, and continues to tour the country with the Jim Cummings Band.
The Legendary Jim Cummings has been playing bass and singing lead since he was 13! He has toured as bassist with Gregg Allman, Odyssey, The Coasters, The Drifters, Edgar Winter, and many more. He has worked with The Beach Boys, The Tubes, Dick Wagner, Grand Funk, Alice Cooper and more. Jim has played on hundreds of sessions and film scores, and also starred in touring productions of Jesus Christ Superstar as Jesus, Little Shop of Horrors as The Plant, Miss Saigon as the Pimp, My Favorite Year as Alan Swann, and continues to tour the country with the Jim Cummings Band.
SHEILA LANDIS - June 13, 2026 @ 3:00pm
Sh is a remarkable singer born in Detroit, Michigan in 1953. Raised in Rochester Hills, Landis graduated in 1971 from Adams High School, excelling in choral music and creative writing. Captivated by the music of Billie Holiday in the 1972 film "Lady Sings the Blues", Landis abruptly changed her career focus from that of an English major at Oakland University to jazz chanteuse. She has been performing her unique amalgam of jazz, Brazilian music and blues since 1973. Landis absorbed the songs of the 1960's British Invasion; fell hard for the beats and catchy choruses of Motown; embraced 1970's funk and sweet soul harmonies of the Stylistics, later grooving to jazz-pop artists like Steely Dan and Sting.
Thus inspired, Landis pursued private lessons in voice, piano, jazz harmony and Latin percussion. With her growing collection of original compositions, Landis formed her own record label, SheLan Records, in 1981. She has since released 25 recordings, garnering attention from labels in Japan, Great Britain, Germany, Austria and France, resulting in several noteworthy collaborative projects and licensing arrangements.
Landis has performed with her 6-piece, drum-driven ensemble Brazilian Love Affair at important Michigan jazz festivals including the Detroit Jazz Festival, the Lansing Jazz Festival and the Concert of Colors, to name a few. She has also appeared at some of the hippest venues in Detroit including Baker's Keyboard Lounge, the Dirty Dog Jazz Cafe and Cliff Bell's.
Clearly one of the area's most adventurous singers, Sheila has been chosen "Outstanding Jazz Vocalist" by the Detroit Music Awards on seven separate occasions: 1991, 1994, 1997, 1999, 2001, 2002 and 2003. The Sheila Landis Trio was recognized by the Detroit Music Awards as "Outstanding Traditional Jazz Group" in 1999. Landis and Matle together took home the Detroit Music Awards "Outstanding Jazz Composer" trophy in 1999.
Sh is a remarkable singer born in Detroit, Michigan in 1953. Raised in Rochester Hills, Landis graduated in 1971 from Adams High School, excelling in choral music and creative writing. Captivated by the music of Billie Holiday in the 1972 film "Lady Sings the Blues", Landis abruptly changed her career focus from that of an English major at Oakland University to jazz chanteuse. She has been performing her unique amalgam of jazz, Brazilian music and blues since 1973. Landis absorbed the songs of the 1960's British Invasion; fell hard for the beats and catchy choruses of Motown; embraced 1970's funk and sweet soul harmonies of the Stylistics, later grooving to jazz-pop artists like Steely Dan and Sting.
Thus inspired, Landis pursued private lessons in voice, piano, jazz harmony and Latin percussion. With her growing collection of original compositions, Landis formed her own record label, SheLan Records, in 1981. She has since released 25 recordings, garnering attention from labels in Japan, Great Britain, Germany, Austria and France, resulting in several noteworthy collaborative projects and licensing arrangements.
Landis has performed with her 6-piece, drum-driven ensemble Brazilian Love Affair at important Michigan jazz festivals including the Detroit Jazz Festival, the Lansing Jazz Festival and the Concert of Colors, to name a few. She has also appeared at some of the hippest venues in Detroit including Baker's Keyboard Lounge, the Dirty Dog Jazz Cafe and Cliff Bell's.
Clearly one of the area's most adventurous singers, Sheila has been chosen "Outstanding Jazz Vocalist" by the Detroit Music Awards on seven separate occasions: 1991, 1994, 1997, 1999, 2001, 2002 and 2003. The Sheila Landis Trio was recognized by the Detroit Music Awards as "Outstanding Traditional Jazz Group" in 1999. Landis and Matle together took home the Detroit Music Awards "Outstanding Jazz Composer" trophy in 1999.
Detroit Blu - June 13, 2026 @4:30pm
Get ready to experience the soulful sounds of Detroit Blu, a dynamic four-piece band that has taken the blues scene by storm since going electric in 2022. With an impressive track record, including two consecutive state-level blues challenge wins, and participation twice in the prestigious International Blues Challenge in Memphis, this band is poised for greatness. Don’t miss out on your chance to hear the best blues around and immerse yourself in the captivating atmosphere of Detroit Blu’s performances. Be part of the thrilling journey that promises to delight audiences worldwide. Experience Detroit Blu!
Get ready to experience the soulful sounds of Detroit Blu, a dynamic four-piece band that has taken the blues scene by storm since going electric in 2022. With an impressive track record, including two consecutive state-level blues challenge wins, and participation twice in the prestigious International Blues Challenge in Memphis, this band is poised for greatness. Don’t miss out on your chance to hear the best blues around and immerse yourself in the captivating atmosphere of Detroit Blu’s performances. Be part of the thrilling journey that promises to delight audiences worldwide. Experience Detroit Blu!
Eliza Neals - June 13, 2026 @ 6pm
If you missed her the last time she was here you HAVE to be here for this. Eliza Neals has earned numerous accolades and awards for her self written and produced blues infused gems that are heard on SiriusXM’s B.B. King’s Bluesville since 2015. Eliza Neals skillfully creates blues, rock and soul melodies into unforgettable songs that are breaking the boundaries of post modern blues. Eliza’s talent with her three and a half octave mezzo-soprano voice has been recognized by everyone in the blues genre including the legend Mr. Buddy Guy. He recently invited her to open for him at his iconic Chicago club ‘Buddy Guy’s Legends’ in Jan 2025. Eliza Neals has also been invited by the Blues Foundation Hall of Fame icon, Mr. Joe Louis Walker, four times to the prestigious “Mustique Blues Festival” on aka Mick Jagger Island. Upon meeting Mick himself after her set, he said, “A voice I soon won’t forget, Great.”
“A voice I soon won’t forget, Great” Mick Jagger (Mustique Blues Festival 2020)
Neals has brought a fresh and contemporary energy to the blues genre, infusing it with elements of rock, soul and a hard hitting Detroit sound. Being the last Motown trained singer by songwriting legend Mr. Barrett Strong, is a gift you have to hear live. Her dynamic stage presence and powerful voice have contributed to revitalizing traditional blues music, attracting a wider audience and garnering attention from listeners who may not typically gravitate towards the genre.
Eliza Neals has embraced new production techniques and experimented with different musical styles, adding a 21st century modern edge to her many recordings. Now with over thirteen studio albums not many have been this prolific in such a short time. Eliza also has collaborated with renowned musicians (Joe Louis Walker, Lance Lopez, Derick St. Holmes, King Solomon Hicks, etc.) successfully bridging the gap between the traditional blues sound and contemporary musical influences.
Eliza Neals has graced many a music festival stage from headlining to opening festivals with such a bang she is often invited back to do it again. Her impact on the genre extends beyond her beautiful image, and continues to be a driving force pushing for female representation. Eliza Neals has been a label owner since 2015 and many are now following her lead. As is an artist, producer, bandleader, singer, songwriter, composer, arranger, keyboardist and publisher, Eliza Neals is not to be missed live as her connection to the audience is out of this world.
If you missed her the last time she was here you HAVE to be here for this. Eliza Neals has earned numerous accolades and awards for her self written and produced blues infused gems that are heard on SiriusXM’s B.B. King’s Bluesville since 2015. Eliza Neals skillfully creates blues, rock and soul melodies into unforgettable songs that are breaking the boundaries of post modern blues. Eliza’s talent with her three and a half octave mezzo-soprano voice has been recognized by everyone in the blues genre including the legend Mr. Buddy Guy. He recently invited her to open for him at his iconic Chicago club ‘Buddy Guy’s Legends’ in Jan 2025. Eliza Neals has also been invited by the Blues Foundation Hall of Fame icon, Mr. Joe Louis Walker, four times to the prestigious “Mustique Blues Festival” on aka Mick Jagger Island. Upon meeting Mick himself after her set, he said, “A voice I soon won’t forget, Great.”
“A voice I soon won’t forget, Great” Mick Jagger (Mustique Blues Festival 2020)
Neals has brought a fresh and contemporary energy to the blues genre, infusing it with elements of rock, soul and a hard hitting Detroit sound. Being the last Motown trained singer by songwriting legend Mr. Barrett Strong, is a gift you have to hear live. Her dynamic stage presence and powerful voice have contributed to revitalizing traditional blues music, attracting a wider audience and garnering attention from listeners who may not typically gravitate towards the genre.
Eliza Neals has embraced new production techniques and experimented with different musical styles, adding a 21st century modern edge to her many recordings. Now with over thirteen studio albums not many have been this prolific in such a short time. Eliza also has collaborated with renowned musicians (Joe Louis Walker, Lance Lopez, Derick St. Holmes, King Solomon Hicks, etc.) successfully bridging the gap between the traditional blues sound and contemporary musical influences.
Eliza Neals has graced many a music festival stage from headlining to opening festivals with such a bang she is often invited back to do it again. Her impact on the genre extends beyond her beautiful image, and continues to be a driving force pushing for female representation. Eliza Neals has been a label owner since 2015 and many are now following her lead. As is an artist, producer, bandleader, singer, songwriter, composer, arranger, keyboardist and publisher, Eliza Neals is not to be missed live as her connection to the audience is out of this world.
Albert Cummings - June 13, 2026 @ 8:00pm
Cummings began playing the five-string banjo at the age of twelve, and developed a love for bluegrass music. In his late twenties, Cummings formed a trio called "Swamp Yankee." In 1999, the band released an independently produced album, The Long Way.
After the album’s release, the band went on the Northeast blues circuit. In 1999, Cummings competed in the Blues Foundation's International Blues Challenge, in Memphis. The following year, he released his debut recording The Long Way.
He later worked with Double Trouble and the late Stevie Ray Vaughan's rhythm section. Bassist Tommy Shannon and drummer Chris Layton voluntarily played on and produced Cummings' solo debut recording, self-released, From the Heart in 2003. Recorded in Austin, Texas, it featured Cummings fronting Double Trouble (including Reese Wynans) in their first recording project since Stevie Ray’s passing.
In 2004, Cummings signed a multi-album deal with Blind Pig Records. Shannon remained as the bassist for Cummings' next album, True To Yourself, released in 2004. In 2006, Cummings recorded a fourth album, Working Man, with new band members. In 2008, Cummings released a live album, Feels So Good, recorded at the Colonial Theater in Pittsfield, Massachusetts. In 2011, Cummings released an instructional DVD for the Hal Leonard Corporation entitled, Working Man Blues Guitar. His 2012 album No Regrets debuted at No. 1 in the U.S., Canada and Franc] on the iTunes Blues Charts and at No. 5 on the Billboard blues chart. In July 2015, Cummings released Someone Like You, a 12-track Blind Pig album produced by David Z. In February 2020, Cummings released his 11-track Provogue Records debut, titled Believe, produced by Grammy Award-winning producer Jim Gaines. Recording at FAME Studios in Muscle Shoals, Alabama, influenced the creation of the project. One of the tracks on the album is a cover of the song "Hold On", originally by Sam & Dave. On April 8, 2022, Cummings released Ten, a 13-track Ivy Music Company album produced by Grammy Award-winning producer Chuck Ainlay. A Blues Rock Review article described the compilation as "the blues rocker's gone country" suggesting that in this album Cummings reveals "discovered depth and complexity within a new style". Cummings' tenth album, Strong, was released on February 16, 2024.
Cummings began playing the five-string banjo at the age of twelve, and developed a love for bluegrass music. In his late twenties, Cummings formed a trio called "Swamp Yankee." In 1999, the band released an independently produced album, The Long Way.
After the album’s release, the band went on the Northeast blues circuit. In 1999, Cummings competed in the Blues Foundation's International Blues Challenge, in Memphis. The following year, he released his debut recording The Long Way.
He later worked with Double Trouble and the late Stevie Ray Vaughan's rhythm section. Bassist Tommy Shannon and drummer Chris Layton voluntarily played on and produced Cummings' solo debut recording, self-released, From the Heart in 2003. Recorded in Austin, Texas, it featured Cummings fronting Double Trouble (including Reese Wynans) in their first recording project since Stevie Ray’s passing.
In 2004, Cummings signed a multi-album deal with Blind Pig Records. Shannon remained as the bassist for Cummings' next album, True To Yourself, released in 2004. In 2006, Cummings recorded a fourth album, Working Man, with new band members. In 2008, Cummings released a live album, Feels So Good, recorded at the Colonial Theater in Pittsfield, Massachusetts. In 2011, Cummings released an instructional DVD for the Hal Leonard Corporation entitled, Working Man Blues Guitar. His 2012 album No Regrets debuted at No. 1 in the U.S., Canada and Franc] on the iTunes Blues Charts and at No. 5 on the Billboard blues chart. In July 2015, Cummings released Someone Like You, a 12-track Blind Pig album produced by David Z. In February 2020, Cummings released his 11-track Provogue Records debut, titled Believe, produced by Grammy Award-winning producer Jim Gaines. Recording at FAME Studios in Muscle Shoals, Alabama, influenced the creation of the project. One of the tracks on the album is a cover of the song "Hold On", originally by Sam & Dave. On April 8, 2022, Cummings released Ten, a 13-track Ivy Music Company album produced by Grammy Award-winning producer Chuck Ainlay. A Blues Rock Review article described the compilation as "the blues rocker's gone country" suggesting that in this album Cummings reveals "discovered depth and complexity within a new style". Cummings' tenth album, Strong, was released on February 16, 2024.
Los Gringos - June 13, 2026 @ 10pm
Los Gringos is a 5-piece Rock & Roll band based in Port Huron, MI. They have rocked a wide variety of venues in southeastern Michigan for over 15 years...recently adding several visits to the Kansas City, MO area.
The boys entertain at a wide variety of festivals, special events, private parties of all kinds, wedding receptions, etc.
The band consists of all veteran musicians, each with decades of experience;
Ed Stephens: vocals
Bob Kerrigan: guitar, vocals
Lonnie Nye: keyboards, guitar, vocals
Reg Nicholas: Fender bass
Kenric Knecht: drums, vocals
Los Gringos is a 5-piece Rock & Roll band based in Port Huron, MI. They have rocked a wide variety of venues in southeastern Michigan for over 15 years...recently adding several visits to the Kansas City, MO area.
The boys entertain at a wide variety of festivals, special events, private parties of all kinds, wedding receptions, etc.
The band consists of all veteran musicians, each with decades of experience;
Ed Stephens: vocals
Bob Kerrigan: guitar, vocals
Lonnie Nye: keyboards, guitar, vocals
Reg Nicholas: Fender bass
Kenric Knecht: drums, vocals
