Rick & Josh on Guitar – Friday, September 12, 3:30-5:30

Kick off your festival weekend with the smooth sounds and killer strings of Rick and Josh on Guitar, performing live on Friday, September 12 at the Michigan Craft Distillers Festival in Monroe!

This dynamic guitar duo brings a laid-back vibe with serious musical chops—blending classic rock, acoustic favorites, bluesy riffs, and soulful melodies that pair perfectly with your favorite Michigan-made spirits. Whether you’re lounging with a cocktail, browsing the distillery booths, or looking for a mellow groove to start your evening, Rick and Josh deliver a soundtrack full of heart, harmony, and timeless tunes.

Good drinks, great company, and live guitars under the late-summer sky?
Yeah, that’s the way to do Friday night.

Voices of Chaos – Friday, September 12, 6-9

Get ready, Monroe! Voices of Chaos is set to ignite the stage at the Michigan Craft Distillers Festival on Friday, September 12, and you won’t want to miss this electrifying performance!

With a sound as bold as your favorite small-batch bourbon and a presence that grabs you from the first note, Voices of Chaos delivers high-octane rock with grit, soul, and unrelenting energy. Known for their hard-hitting vocals, powerful musicianship, and genre-bending style, this band brings an unforgettable mix of classic rock, modern edge, and raw intensity that’ll have you raising your glass and singing along.

Whether you’re here for the craft spirits, the good vibes, or the killer live music—Voices of Chaos is the soundtrack to your perfect night out.

Loud. Local. Unapologetic.
This is Voices of Chaos.
This is how we party in Michigan.

Whiskey Throttle – Saturday, September 13, 3-6

Get ready to turn it up as Whiskey Throttle takes the stage at the Michigan Wine and Beer Portal for the Michigan Craft Distillers Festival!

Fueled by grit, groove, and a no-holds-barred attitude, Whiskey Throttle delivers the kind of high-octane rock and outlaw country that hits hard and keeps you moving. Known for their raw vocals, ripping guitars, and crowd-shaking energy, this band doesn’t just play music—they light a fire under the whole damn party.

Whether you’re sipping a smooth bourbon, sampling Michigan’s finest spirits, or just here for the ride—Whiskey Throttle is your fast lane to a night of unforgettable music, great drinks, and serious good times.

Full throttle sound. Small-town soul. Big-stage energy.
This is Whiskey Throttle. And this is how Michigan parties.

Detroit Light – Saturday, September 13, 6-9

Detroit Light Band – Your Soundtrack to a Great Time

Get ready to light up your night with Detroit Light, the ultimate 5-piece classic rock party band! With over a century of combined live performance experience, Detroit Light brings you the hits that make you move, sing along, and shout “I remember this one!”

From the grit of Detroit to the grooves of funk and the pulse of pure rock ‘n’ roll, Detroit serves up high-energy, danceable classics that keep the good times flowing. Every show is more than a performance—it’s a party within a party.

Featuring:

• 🎹 Willy Scott – Keys, guitar, harmonica, percussion, vocals
• 🎸 Dan Drouillard – Guitar, mandolin, vocals
• 🎸 Daniel O’Connor – Guitar, vocals
• 🎸 Dave Drouillard – Bass, vocals
• 🥁 Mark Ketterman – Drums, percussion

Detroit Light is brining unforgettable music and unstoppable vibes to the Michigan Craft Distillers Festival. Detroit Light will make the premiere  of the Michigan Craft Distillers Festival something to remember—because when Detroit Light is in the house, the party never stops!