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See the best regional and local acts, from alluring acoustics to full band performances each weekend on the Kankakee Live stage. Experience the excitement all around you at Kankakee Live when celebrating with friends while listening to vibrant, live entertainment, sipping on specialty drinks, and enjoying a whole lot of fun. Kankakee Live is the hot new spot in New Buffalo, Michigan for all things entertainment.

Kankakee Live

At New Buffalo
Hours
Mon & Thu: 4pm – 10pm
Fri & Sat: Noon – 1am
Sun: Noon – 10pm
Closed Tuesday & Wednesday
Limited menu available 10pm - Midnight on Fridays & Saturday.

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Southern Fry’d
November 14
10PM
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Southern Fry’d delivers top-tier musicianship and a passion for performance, creating an authentic high-energy country and roots rock show that perfectly blends Nashville spirit with Motor City grit. From lively dance floors to sing-along choruses, Southern Fry’d is dedicated to uniting people through music and celebrating good times together. Whatever the occasion, Southern Fry’d is here to bring you our taste of Nashville, straight from Detroit.

Jack Cunningham
November 15
5PM
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Jack Cunningham is a singer/songwriter from NW Indiana. Jack has made a name for himself in the area with his strong, passionate voice and his diverse, popular setlist. Jack can be seen performing all over NW Indiana and SW Michigan, playing 100+ shows a year. 

Live Trivia
November 16
7PM
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Each Monday will feature Live Trivia night at Kankakee Grille New Buffalo, where guests have a chance to win gift cards ranging from $20-$50 in Four Winds Gift cards. Free admission to all guests.  Cheating is prohibited. This includes utilizing cell phones or smart phones to come up with team answers.  If a phone call or a text must be made, please respect the game and wait until all answers have been submitted. Teams will be disqualified if caught cheating.

1st Place – $50 Four Winds Gift Card

2nd Place – $30 Four Winds Gift Card

3rd Place – $20 Four Winds Gift Card

Country Line Dancing
November 19
7:30PM
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Exclusively at Kankakee Grille New Buffalo.

Free lessons for all levels, no dance experience needed. Kick it up and let’s get to dancing with Country Line Dance Lessons at Kankakee Grille. Learn the latest moves with your friends one step at a time. Take out your cowboy boots and let’s dance.

PS Dump Your Boyfriend
November 20
10PM
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PS Dump Your Boyfriend (aka Pfreak Show) has been knocking the socks, shoes, pants and halter-tops off midwest club goers for the past 5 years with no real end in sight. This multimedia show is woven into a rambunctious cocktail shaker of psychedelic rock, spaced-out funk, hardcore rock, freestyle disco rap and everything else under the sun up to, and including the proverbial kitchen sink.

Poison’d Crue
November 21
10PM
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Poison’d Crue is made up of 4 Pro Musicians who don’t just play the music, they Live the Music. 

They are all about giving you “Nothing but a Good Time” at the show.  Taking you back to that decade of 80’s Glam Rock !  So come and catch a show so you can take a Ride on the “Wild Side” with us. These guys look forward to meeting you at the show!

Angelo Cicco
November 22
5PM
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A professional musician for over 30 years, Angelo performs a wide variety of musical styles from a repertoire of over 1000 songs, while easily accommodating most any request, Angelo’s command of the guitar and skilled musicianship allows him to improvise intricate guitar solos and syncopated rhythms into the performance Seamlessly blending songs into one another or rearranging songs played instrumental for solo guitar, Angelo interprets the music rather than strictly imitating it, making him one of the most sought after musicians around northwest the Chicago area.

 

Live Trivia
November 23
7PM
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Each Monday will feature Live Trivia night at Kankakee Grille New Buffalo, where guests have a chance to win gift cards ranging from $20-$50 in Four Winds Gift cards.  Free admission to all guests.  Cheating is prohibited. This includes utilizing cell phones or smart phones to come up with team answers.  If a phone call or a text must be made, please respect the game and wait until all answers have been submitted. Teams will be disqualified if caught cheating.

1st Place – $50 Four Winds Gift Card

2nd Place – $30 Four Winds Gift Card

3rd Place – $20 Four Winds Gift Card

Whiskey Highway
November 27
10PM
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Whiskey Highway the premier country band from Elkhart, Indiana features Incredible lead vocals &  musicianship! Whiskey Highway will have you on the edge of your seat and dancin’ all night! 

JP & The Energy
November 28
10PM
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Performing covers and original music, JP & The Energy have a wide selection of the most popular Modern Pop songs to date.

Nicholas Kazonis
November 29
5PM
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One needs to only observe Nicholas Kazonis performing for a moment to surmise that, surely, he was born with a guitar in his hand and a song in his heart. Countless musicians are blessed with the talent to make their craft look easy, but few are imbued with that innate ability to make it look as effortless as breathing. Nick is one such musician. From the agility and precision in his fingers to the seemingly boundless dexterity of his singing, the ferocity of Nick’s talent and well-honed ability are made apparent nearly instantly. However, even that undersells both the sheer volume of work and the versatility of skill sets that truly encompasses Nicholas Kazonis. 

Live Trivia
November 30
7PM
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Each Monday will feature Live Trivia night at Kankakee Grille New Buffalo, where guests have a chance to win gift cards ranging from $20-$50 in Four Winds Gift cards.  Teams are currently limited to eight persons.  Free admission to all guests.  Cheating is prohibited. This includes utilizing cell phones or smart phones to come up with team answers.  If a phone call or a text must be made, please respect the game and wait until all answers have been submitted. Teams will be disqualified if caught cheating.

1st Place – $50 Four Winds Gift Card

2nd Place – $30 Four Winds Gift Card

3rd Place – $20 Four Winds Gift Card

On The Fly
December 4
10PM
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On The Fly is West Michigan’s premier dance band, known for delivering high-energy performances that keep crowds on their feet. Featuring a dynamic lineup of lead vocals, guitar, bass, and drums, the band brings a full, powerful sound to every show. With a setlist that spans the biggest hits from the 1970s to today, On The Fly specializes in feel-good music that gets people dancing and creates an unforgettable party atmosphere. 

Shock Roxy
December 5
10PM
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The perfect blend of pop, rock, and funk, Shock Roxy has a sound that is turning heads and capturing listeners everywhere. Anyone that has seen Shock Roxy can attest to their amazing live show. Superb musicianship, explosive stage presence, and concert style performance are securing Shock Roxy a place in the music scene. Thoughtful guitar riffs, irresistible melodies, and a tight rhythm section contribute to this bands broad appeal.

The Distance
December 6
5PM
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The DISTANCE is a solo acoustic project that blends an eclectic mix of his own personal musical influences that range from modern rock to rock and roll’s earliest days. His crowd-pleasing performances include popular singalongs from genres throughout multiple decades including pop, rock, grunge, Motown, country, and classics.

Live Trivia
December 7
7PM
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Each Monday will feature Live Trivia night at Kankakee Grille New Buffalo, where guests have a chance to win gift cards ranging from $20-$50 in Four Winds Gift cards. Free admission to all guests.  Cheating is prohibited. This includes utilizing cell phones or smart phones to come up with team answers.  If a phone call or a text must be made, please respect the game and wait until all answers have been submitted. Teams will be disqualified if caught cheating.

1st Place – $50 Four Winds Gift Card

2nd Place – $30 Four Winds Gift Card

3rd Place – $20 Four Winds Gift Card

Karaoke
December 10
6PM
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Andrew Berger is the owner of ABKey Music. He has been DJing since he was in college. He is a graduate of Indiana University South Bend and is currently based out of La Porte, IN. When he’s not DJing, Andrew enjoys acting, musical theater, watching NASCAR, and playing piano. His company, ABKey Music, specializes in mobile DJing and Karaoke.

Dart Board Compromise
December 11
10PM
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Dart Board Compromise is a 5-piece band from St. Joseph, Michigan.

Formed in 2016, the members comprise over 150 years of collective musical experience. They offer a multi-generational arsenal of hits, specializing in Classic Rock, 80’s Dance Pop, Hair Band, and Current Rock Radio with a dash of Country for good measure! Don’t be surprised to hear a mix of Billy Joel, David Bowie, Heart, Quarterflash and Aerosmith alongside Finger Eleven, The Foo Fighter, Van Halen, great Van Fleet, P!nk, and Kings of Leon!

The All Niters
December 12
10PM
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The All Niters are a high-energy cover band from Southwest Michigan, bringing a mix of classic rock, pop-punk, and modern party hits to stages across West Michigan and Northern Indiana. Known for their powerful live sound, crowd favorites, and a show built to keep the dance floor moving, they deliver the kind of night that keeps people coming back for more!

 

Tim Velez
December 13
5PM
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Tim was born and raised in SW Michigan.  As a young boy he was greatly influenced by two of his uncles who played flamenco guitar.  He would listen for hours as they played the old Spanish ballads from Puerto Rico.  His uncle gave him a guitar at 13 years old and Tim was hooked.
From age 15 on, Tim played solo and with various rock bands.  He has attended the Front Porch Music school in Valparaiso, Indiana as well as a number of classes ranging from piano and theory to vocal studies and master guitar.
Tim plays different shows from festivals, concerts, supper clubs, pubs and cafes.  He is known for his 70’s & 80’s style and features the music of various artists, like: Dan Fogelberg, James Taylor, America, Poco, Eagles, Jimmy Buffet, Cat Stevens, CSNY, Van Morrison, Jim Croce, John Denver, Paul Simon, John Fogerty, etc.

Live Trivia
December 14
7PM
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Each Monday will feature Live Trivia night at Kankakee Grille New Buffalo, where guests have a chance to win gift cards ranging from $20-$50 in Four Winds Gift cards. Free admission to all guests.  Cheating is prohibited. This includes utilizing cell phones or smart phones to come up with team answers.  If a phone call or a text must be made, please respect the game and wait until all answers have been submitted. Teams will be disqualified if caught cheating.

1st Place – $50 Four Winds Gift Card

2nd Place – $30 Four Winds Gift Card

3rd Place – $20 Four Winds Gift Card

Mike Talbot
December 17
6PM
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Mike has played over 1,000 live shows, including opening for “Styx” and “Kansas”. Mike is known for having one of the most extensive “covers” repertoires spanning over six decades of some of the best loved classics. From Louis Armstrong to Coldplay, Johnny Cash to Pearl Jam, Mike’s energy and love of music transcends style or genre. Mike is a finely seasoned performer who delivers an unforgettable performance each and every time he takes the stage.

Dirt Born
December 18
10PM
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Dirt Born is NW Indiana’s premier ‘90s Alternative and Grunge cover band. Playing everything from Alice in Chains, Pearl Jam, and STP to Green Day, Weezer, and The Offspring, you’ll know every song and have a blast celebrating the best decade in music!

Chirp
December 19
10PM
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Chirp is a four-piece genre-hopping band based out of Detroit, MI. Often playing in the styles of progressive rock, funk and jazz-fusion, their sound maintains a melodic center. The group puts together dynamic, high-energy shows.

Though their music ties in many technical elements, an equal emphasis is put on grooving and keeping people moving. Chirp takes influence from Snarky Puppy, Steely Dan, Led Zeppelin, James Brown, Yes, Daft Punk, Vulfpeck, and The Beatles, to name a few. Chirp has been hard at work since their formation in 2015, touring and recording consistently since the project began. Their fresh sound has taken them touring across the Midwest to play a large variety of venues and festivals.

Marco Villarreal
December 20
5PM
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Guitarist Marco Villarreal is based in the Chicagoland area.  Marco started playing professionally at 16.  Guitar Player magazine describes his music  as “very beguiling and beautiful.”   Marco is a sought after guitarist that has performed at the Chicago Jazz Festival, Elkhart Jazz Festival, Miles Davis Birthday celebration in San Francisco. 

Live Trivia
December 21
7PM
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Each Monday will feature Live Trivia night at Kankakee Grille New Buffalo, where guests have a chance to win gift cards ranging from $20-$50 in Four Winds Gift cards.   Free admission to all guests.  Cheating is prohibited. This includes utilizing cell phones or smart phones to come up with team answers.  If a phone call or a text must be made, please respect the game and wait until all answers have been submitted. Teams will be disqualified if caught cheating.

1st Place – $50 Four Winds Gift Card

2nd Place – $30 Four Winds Gift Card

3rd Place – $20 Four Winds Gift Card

Pamela Rocha
December 27
5PM
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Pamela Rocha has been playing piano, singing vocals, and loving music since the 1980’s when she was just a kid. She has competed in piano competitions at a young age and has played with various musical acts throughout northwest Indiana over the past 30 years. Pamela also composes music and has also taken part in different recording projects. Along with loving performing, Pamela also enjoys teaching piano and music theory. Music is a way to communicate with others on a deeper level and that is what Pamela enjoys most about what she gets to do!

Live Trivia
December 28
7PM
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Each Monday will feature Live Trivia night at Kankakee Grille New Buffalo, where guests have a chance to win gift cards ranging from $20-$50 in Four Winds Gift cards. Free admission to all guests.  Cheating is prohibited. This includes utilizing cell phones or smart phones to come up with team answers.  If a phone call or a text must be made, please respect the game and wait until all answers have been submitted. Teams will be disqualified if caught cheating.

1st Place – $50 Four Winds Gift Card

2nd Place – $30 Four Winds Gift Card

3rd Place – $20 Four Winds Gift Card

Poison’d Crue
December 31
10PM
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Poison’d Crue is made up of 4 Pro Musicians who don’t just play the music, they Live the Music.

They are all about giving you “Nothing but a Good Time” at the show.  Taking you back to that decade of 80’s Glam Rock !  So come and catch a show so you can take a Ride on the “Wild Side” with us. These guys look forward to meeting you at the show!