Rock Island Brewing Company will present MONICA AUSTIN’S MIDWEST MAMA ALBUM RELEASE SHOW with special guest Michael Moncada featuring a live painting by Atlanta Dawn! The first single/video from the “Midwest Mama” album, “River Date”, was released August 2nd, 2022 with the second single, “Ho Down” set to release Friday, January 27th! The full album will be available on all streaming platforms February 10th. Some tracks will never be performed at MOST local venues! This is your opportunity to celebrate the release, hear ALL of the new music performed full band... Read More

Monica Austin, Jenny Lynn Stacy, Donovan Gustofson, and Jody McGill play their own music for you, and tell the stories behind them! Learn more: IN THEIR OWN WORDS  Read More

Throughout our lives, we all have dreams. It may be a situation we imagine ourselves in, or an encounter with an idol that we play over and over in our heads. The outcome of those dreams and desires coming to fruition, may not always leave us feeling satisfied. For one local woman, however, that dream will come true this Friday night. Described as delivering home-grown country with heart-filled covers, thought-provoking originals and a take-charge attitude, local musician Monica Austin is taking her talents to the next level. As a young aspiring artist, Monica found inspiration among the greats... Read More