The Minnesota Yacht Club Festival is returning to Harriet Island this summer — just a stone’s throw from George Latimer Central Library in downtown Saint Paul. The three-day music fest (July 18–20) features an eclectic lineup of big-name headliners and rising stars. Whether you’re attending all three days or just vibing from a distance, the Library has your perfect pre-show (or post-show) playlist. Check out our collection and explore your festival favorites and new discoveries — free with your library card.
|
|
Gregory Alan Isakov - Gentle, poetic with emotional weight & acoustic warmth
|
Florence and the Machine - Ethereal, dramatic, and emotionally sweeping
|
Milky Chance - Earthy, soulful, and rhythm-driven
|
|
Gary Clark, Jr. - Gritty, bluesy, and electric
|
Black Pumas - Retro soul with a modern edge
|
Son Little - Simmering grooves and smoky vocals
|
|
Paramore - Energetic, emotional, power packed anthems
|
I Don't Know How But They Found Me - Edgy, catchy, with theatrical flair
|
Why Don't We - Pop-rock with catchy hooks
|
|
Lola Young - Fresh, playful, and infectious energy
|
BENEE - Vibrant, inventive pop
|
Blu DeTiger - Bad-a**, funky, and energetic grooves
|
If you like Remi Wolf...
If you like Green Day...Green Day is no stranger to stirring the pot - most recently, they made a splash at Coachella with a scathing performance that made headlines. They will be bringing that same high-energy punk rock sound with catchy melodies, raw guitars, and rebellious lyrics to the stage of the Yacht Club Festival. They mix fast-paced, anthemic songs with thoughtful storytelling, blending youthful angst and social commentary into a powerful, accessible sound. |
The Linda Lindas - Punchy punk with youthful, DIY fire
|
The Hives - Fast, loud, and bursting with raw garage-punk energy
|
The Get Up Kids - Emo-tinged punk with heart, hooks, and early 2000s angst
|
If you like Beach Bunny...Beach Bunny’s music is a catchy mix of indie rock and emo-pop, combining bright guitar riffs with honest, emotionally charged lyrics. Their sound balances upbeat energy with themes of love, insecurity, and self-discovery, delivered with a raw, relatable charm. |
The Beths - Bright indie rock with sharp lyrics
|
Nada Surf - Emotionally charged with catchy, guitar-driven warmth
|
Beabadoobee - Dreamy guitars, 2000s nostalgia, and confessional lyrics
|
Whether you're heading to the Minnesota Yacht Club festival or catching a show at Surly Festival Field, The Palace, or down the block at Ordway and CHS Field, there's no shortage of live music lighting up Saint Paul this summer. Keep the vibes going by exploring more of our staff-curated listening lists, featuring Minnesota music, festival artists, and more from the SPPL collection. Find something new, rediscover a favorite, and let the library provide your summer soundtrack:
- A Brief Survey of Live Music in Minnesota, opens a new window
- Music Festivals!, opens a new window
- Highlights from Rough Trade's Recent "Books of the Year", opens a new window
- Rotten Tomatoes' "61 Best Concert Movies of All Time", opens a new window
- Rolling Stone's "50 Greatest Live Albums of All Time" (...and also Variety's) , opens a new window
- The Guardian's "The 20 Greatest Concert Films - Ranked" , opens a new window
-
Rolling Stone's "The Best Summer Songs of All Time", opens a new window
Add a comment to: Soundtrack to Summer: Discover Minnesota Yacht Club Festival Headliners and More