Mama Hellcats

Mama Hellcats w/ Annie Enneking (Annie and the Bang Bang), Samantha Grimes, Nikki Lemire, Becky Schlegel & Katy Tessman (Heartland Souvenirs), Kashimana, Joyann Parker, Rachel Kurtz, & Said Kelley --- Thursday November 13, 2025 The Hook and Ladder Doors 6:30pm :: Music 7:00pm :: 21+ GA: $20 Box-Office / $22.60 Online / $25 Door --- BOX-OFFICE Tickets Are Available in The Zen Arcade During Hours of Operation. For More Information visit www.ZenArcadeTHC.com NO REFUNDS --- Mama Hellcats is back — and turning up the volume. This one-night-only showcase gathers a fierce lineup of rockin’ moms — raising their voices, instruments, and collective power to raise awareness and funds for domestic violence resources. --- From soaring ballads to gritty grooves, these women deliver the goods — sharing songs of strength, survival, and soul. --- 🎤 Featuring performances by: Annie Enneking (Annie and the Bang Bang) Samantha Grimes Nikki Lemire, Becky Schlegel & Katy Tessman (Heartland Souvenirs) Kashimana Joyann Parker Rachel Kurtz Said Kelley --- Hosted by Anne Treacy of Mostly MN Music --- Expect powerful performances, unfiltered honesty, and community connection — all from artists who know what it means to carry the weight and still show up with fire. --- 📍 The Hook & Ladder Theater, Minneapolis 🌈 Full bar | Community-powered --- They’re not just making music — they’re lifting communities. --- Annie Enneking fronts Annie and the Bang Bang, delivering grungy rock poetry with a theatrical punch. A fierce guitarist and captivating performer, she blends raw energy with deep emotional resonance. --- @annieandthebangbang @annieenneking @samanthagrimesmusic @joyannparker @iamrachelkurtz @saidkelley @heartlandsouvenirs @katytessmanmusic @nikki.lemire @beckyschlegel @the_kashimana --- There will be six, 30-min sets: Annie & The Bang Bang (theatre) 7-7:30 Samantha Grimes (lounge) 7:35-8:05 Heartland Souvenirs (Nikki, Becky, & Katy) (theatre) 8:10 - 8:40 Kashimana (lounge) 8:45-9:15 Joyann Parker (theatre) 9:20-9:50 Rachel Kurtz & Said Kelley (lounge) 9:55-10:30 --- Samantha Grimes writes hook-driven alt-Americana that fuses vulnerability with sharp songwriting. Her magnetic stage presence and powerhouse vocals make every set unforgettable. --- Heartland Souvenirs is a harmony-rich Americana trio featuring singer-songwriters Katy Tessman, Nikki Lemire, and Becky Schlegel. Blending folk, country, and roots influences, the trio weaves personal stories into powerful, poignant songs that celebrate resilience, connection, and womanhood. Their voices shine individually and soar together. --- Kashimana is a Nigerian-American singer-songwriter and multi-instrumentalist whose genre-blending sound spans soul, R&B, and Afrofusion. Her name means “that’s her heart” — and you can feel it in every note. --- Joyann Parker is a vocal powerhouse with roots in blues, soul, and gospel. Her dynamic performances and fierce musicianship have made her one of the Twin Cities’ most commanding stage presences. --- Rachel Kurtz & Said Kelley unite soulful storytelling with raw vulnerability, blending gospel, folk, and indie roots into a dynamic, emotionally charged set. Their voices — rich, honest, and full of heart — intertwine in songs that speak to struggle, healing, and hope. --- Ann Treacy is a Minneapolis-based music journalist, radio host, and community advocate. She co-hosts Mostly MN Music, a weekly radio show on WMCN that spotlights Minnesota's diverse music scene. Through her blog, she conducts insightful interviews and reviews, highlighting local artists and fostering community engagement.