Consolation Champ tries to make songs that seem simple and sound interesting, bringing carefully crafted lyrics and catchy melodies to the forefront.
Hundreds of performances spanning 35 states and 15+ years have turned Champ into a seasoned live act capable of entertaining in just about any setting. These Minnesotans have known each other since grade school, and it shows in the ball they have on stage performing both originals and their favorite songs from music history.
“Far from musical also-rans, Consolation Champ has an everyman earnestness that is endearing.”
– City Pages, Minneapolis
Rock n Roll from Minneapolis. Winner of the losers bracket.
Music
CC live radio bumper music at State Fair with the Common Man Aug 2019
CC live radio bumper music at State Fair with the Common Man Aufg 2018
"When I hear music, I fear no danger. I am invulnerable. I see no foe. I am related to the earliest times, and to the latest." - Henry David Thoreau
Shows
CommunityHere are some of Consolation Champ's favorite organizations that are doing cool things to help people in the areas of food, education, and mental health. Check them out and consider getting involved.
Second Harvest Heartland is one of the nation’s largest, most efficient and most innovative food banks. We have created a sustainable support system that provides access to food. Helping hungry neighbors find their next meal—so they can strive at work, in the classroom and in their communities—is what drives Second Harvest Heartland, its partners and supporters.
The Molly Malone Chottepanda Foundation is focused on supporting the Southwest Minneapolis Community through educational scholarships focused on STEM (Science Technology Engineering and Math) and services for children.
The Boys and Girls Clubs of the Twin Cities enable all young people, especially those who need us most, to reach their full potential as productive, caring, responsible citizens. The Club’s Formula for Impact defines specific strategies to increase quality programming for three priority outcomes: Academic Success, Good Character & Citizenship, and Healthy Lifestyles.
The LIVIN Foundation is raising awareness about mental health and depression in order to prevent suicide. The LIVIN Foundation uses its funds to support people or causes that fit the mission to promote a positive outlook on life, reduce the stigma associated with depression, & ultimately prevent suicide through various activities, events, & outreach.
"Music is probably the only real magic I have encountered in my life. There's not some trick involved with it. It's pure and it's real. It moves, it heals, it communicates and does all these incredible things." - Tom Petty
Contact
Consolation Champ loves to play house concerts, private events, and benefit shows. We can do a variety of setups from intimate solo acoustic to full band electric rock. Contact us at 612.423.4921 or john@consolationchamp.com