Juneteenth Roseville 2025

Chelsea Alexis @ 11:30 am

Since writing her first song and performing it with her 6th-grade school choir, Chelsea Alexis has known that songwriting and singing would be a part of her life forever. She is a Twin Cities native with 15 years of experience in music performing at venues such as the Allianz Field, Target Center, US Bank Stadium, The Alan Page Foundation, Orchestra Hall, Dakota Jazz Club, and the University of St. Thomas. 

With a love for all genres of music, Chelsea Alexis considers herself to be a melting pot, implementing what she has learned from her musical influences, which include Billie Holiday, CeCe Winans, Alicia Keys, Natalie Cole, PJ Morton, Fred Hammond, Adele, and Jill Scott to name a few. She is known for effortlessly stringing notes together to retell some of our favorite songs and share her own unique style and story through her original music. Chelsea Alexis’ goal in every venue she performs is to leave her audience inspired, uplifted, and encouraged.

AOD.wav @ 12:10 pm

(Ay Oh Dee dot wave)

AOD.wav is a rising artist based in Minneapolis merging Hip Hop, Afro Beats and alternative sounds, infusing spiritual depth into a sound that’ resonates with the people and is as raw as it is redemptive. With lyrics rooted in faith, purpose, and self-awareness, AOD.wav crafts music that resonates with a generation seeking truth beyond the noise.

His sound balances gritty honesty with divine inspiration, exploring themes like identity, inner battles,

and the pursuit of godly living in a chaotic world. Every track is a blend of hope, energy and timeless truth, designed not just to entertain, but to awaken and empower.

Still early in his journey, AOD.wav is carving out a lane for spiritually-conscious music that doesn’t compromise on creativity or culture. For those hungry for sound that feeds both the soul and the senses, AOD.wav is one to watch.

Spoken Wordz @ 1:15 pm

Maurice “SpokenWordz” Cunningham (he) is a profound African – American Poet that was born on April 6th1977 in Detroit, Michigan and raised on the southside of Chicago. His talents are well known in the Twin Cities, Minnesota where he has been a resident for more than fifteen years. His wordplay, cadence and soulful delivery has been captivating audiences for more than 25 years!

He has received numerous awards within the spoken word community throughout the years and was nominated to feature on Russell Simmons Def Poetry Jam in 2004. He is currently working on releasing his new book and album “The SpokenWord Project” which will be available in 2026.

Zeakey On The Beat @ 1:35 PM

Zeakey is a dedicated musician, producer, and community advocate who uses his platform to amplify messages of redemption, resilience, and hope. Born and raised on the South Side of Chicago, Zeakey relocated to Saint Paul, Minnesota in his late teens, bringing with him not only his deep-rooted passion for music but also a lived experience that fuels his drive to inspire change.

A survivor of the streets and a testament to personal transformation, Zeakey has overcome significant challenges—including incarceration—and now stands as a role model for youth navigating similar struggles. Through his music, he shines a light on the harsh realities of wrongdoing and recidivism, with a focus on the growing impact of gun violence affecting young lives in St. Paul.

Rooted deeply in the historic Rondo community, Zeakey On The Beat is a consistent presence in local outreach efforts. From charity performances to mentoring youth, he actively promotes positive alternatives to street life, urging the next generation to pursue their passions and believe in the power of change.

For Zeakey, music isn’t just a craft—it’s a calling. And with every beat and every bar, he’s proving that dreams, when pursued with purpose and perseverance, can overcome even the toughest odds.