HomeBrewed was honored to be invited to play for the 2020 MLK work day celebration at Mercer Park in Iowa City. We played our original tribute song to Dr King, called Spirit of Hope, which speaks to what need in these divided times. Thank you MLK organizers!
Welcome
MUSIC WITH A MISSION!
Hello from our Iowa City-based band. We are a fun filled, mixed generational group, playing Bluesy Rock and Roll and Rockabilly, mostly in support of non-profit organizations who are helping the less fortunate in society. We play a mix of tunes: from classics by the likes of Johnny Cash, Stray Cats, Keb Mo, LIttle Walter, and, Eric Clapton, to current bands such as Nathaniel Rateliff and the Night Sweats, Kaleo, and JJ Grey and Mofro as well as some original songs. We love all kinds of music, thus we have chosen to play this variety that respects the roots a of the blues while introducing our audiences to some new music to which they might not be familiar. We use our music to also give back for all of the blessings we have had in life. Please let us know if you have a fundraiser in the Iowa City area that would benefit from having live music.
Latest News
Food Bank 5th Annual benefit successfully supported Project Holiday
About 75 people came out to the MIll to hear the unique blues of award winning singer/songwriter Kevin Burt and HomeBrewed. In addition to raising over $1000, the funds met a match donating an additional $500 and allowed the Food Bank to provide holiday meals to 1700 families!
Penfield Benefit@ Linnemans in Milwaukee a great time-again
The second annual Penfield Children's Center benefit concert at Linnemans in Milwaukee was enjoyed by a standing room only crowd who danced up a storm, as they donated over $2000 for this wonderful organization!
Local music and arts supported at the Mill in October
The Englert and FIlmscene were supported by at crowd at the Mill. You can still give to their Greatest Small City for the Arts Campaign at: https://strengthengrowevolve.org/
Oktoberfest successfully supported the Neighborhood Centers
About 75 people enjoyed cool weather and hot music from Two Bit Maniac and Homebrewed in support of the great work of the Neighborhood Centers of Johnson County outside of Stella. We are still trying to find the perfect date so that the weather is just right for this event :0)
Shelter House BBQ Bash was a blast
HomeBrewed appreciated the opportunity to play in support of the great work of the Shelter House and their great work for the homeless.
The 3-400 in attendance enjoyed great BBQ pork, community and seemed to really enjoy the music!
Successful event for the Fifth Ward Saints North
About 140 people attended the benefit dinner concert for the Fifth Ward Saints North at Ernie Found's farm on August 24. The event raised about $8000 through the live auction, silent auction, and good will donations. Thanks to all involved in organizing the event and for those making generous donations.
DVIP/NL Community Pantry event
On what turned out to be a beautiful Sunday afternoon in the park in North Liberty, Mike Haverkamp and HomeBrewed had fun playing to a very receptive audience in support of two great causes-The Domestic Violence Intervention Program and the North Liberty Community Pantry. Thank you to both groups for the great work for those in need.
Burr Oak Land Trust benefit-a beautiful evening
We really enjoyed playing outside at the Belgum Grove for the Burr Oak Land Trust. Great crowd on a beautiful evening and helped raise money to support purchasing and maintaining beautiful parcels of land in the rural IC area.
Center for Worker Justice benefit
The Center for Worker Justice benefit at the Mill was a great success. Raised about $1500 for a nice crowd that came out to support the great work of the Center.
UpComing Gigs
UI Student Veterans Fundraiser @ Eagles Club
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Eagles Club of Iowa City, 225 Highway 1 W, Iowa City, IA 52246
UI Student Veterans Association UIVA dinner/concert at the IC VFW-Fifth Annual. Proceeds will support career development assistance for the 2000+ student vets and their dependents on campus. $15 includes pork dinner and concert. Donations can also be made online: www.givetoiowa.org/UIVAvetfund