The Band

Fred the Bear is a SE Minnesota band that blends soulful, bluesy vocals and skilled guitar playing with multi-part harmonies, sweet organ sounds, and an unstoppable rhythm section, putting their own stamp on an eclectic mix of classic rock, Americana, country, and alt-rock. They write and perform their own original music, highlighted by insightful lyrics reflecting on life’s promises and disappointments, set to dynamic melodies and rhythms. . 

Their name and their drive for a great live sound is a tribute to Bruce "Fred the Bear" Eschler.  At his bar, the "Bear's Den", you could always count on a stiff drink and one heck of a party, with the music crankin' all night.  So they play tribute to the man who provided them a first glimpse into the true energy of live music .... Fred the Bear