I grew up in southern Minnesota near the town of Austin. There I worked for a video production company, and my love for video just grew from there. I attended St. Cloud State University majoring in Mass Communications. After graduating in 2011, I moved to Duluth to take a job as a director at The Northlands Newscenter. I spent three years there, and finally decided that it was time to move back to St. Cloud, and that is how I ended up here at Townsquare Media. Outside of work I enjoy fishing, riding motorcycle, playing bass guitar, and camping with my family.
Joshua Akkerman
The Weekender: It’s the 4th of July
Lots of great events this weekender to celebrate the 4th of July. From fireworks to music there is a little something for everyone to enjoy.
Martin Zellar Makes Debut at Summertime by George [VIDEO]
Summertime by George is featuring a new musician to the festival tonight, but you still might recognize his name. Martin Zellar has played in St. Cloud before, but is still looking forward to playing at Lake George. He hit's the stage at 6:30 p.m.
Keith Urban Added to State Fair Concert Series
Keith Urban is the latest artist added to the Minnesota State Fair Grandstand Concert Series. He joins Carrie Underwood, Alan Jackson, and many others for this year's fair. The final show will be announced in a few weeks.
The Weekender: A New CD, Rapids River Days, and the Lemonade Concert & Art Fair
This weekend features the release of Levi Pelzer's first album. He's having a CD Release Party at Pioneer Place. There are also two parades this weekend during Rapids River Days, and Granite City Days, which will be kicked off by the popular Lemonade Concert and Art Fair.
Justin Ploof and the Throwbacks Bring American Bandstand to Lake George [VIDEO]
Summertime by George continues tonight. Justin Ploof and the Throwbacks will be performing American Bandstand: The 60's Dance Party, after local rock band Goodnight Roxy opens up the concert. Music kicks off starting at 5:00 p.m.
The Weekender: Grand Celebration Powwow, A Birthday Party, and More
This weekend features the Grand Celebration Powwow in Hinckley. There's also a birthday party this weekend in Cold Spring for Third Street Brewhouse. They'll be tapping an anniversary beer on Saturday. Check out The Weekender for these events and more.
Arch Allies Set to Entertain the Summertime By George Crowd
Summertime by George has another great band playing tonight. Arch Allies is a tribute band playing the hits of Styx, REO Speedwagon, and Journey. They will hit the stage at 6:30 p.m. The Graduates are the opening band tonight, and start playing at 5:00 p.m.
It’s The 16th Year of Music in the Gardens
This Sunday marks the first concert of the 16th Season of Music in the Gardens at Munsinger Clemens Gardens. There is a great lineup this year, also featuring the 4th Annual Memorial Release of the Butterflies.
The Weekender: An Art Crawl Plus Park and Garden Music
It's Art Crawl number two this weekend. Come to downtown St. Cloud and continue to celebrate 10 years of Art Crawls. If you like music outside then it's your weekend with multiple chances to catch bands playing in parks around the area.
Summertime by George Kicks off Tonight [VIDEO]
Summertime by George kicks off tonight with the Chicago tribute band Transit Authority. We got a chance to talk with drummer Tim Ellis about the band, their roots, and thoughts about another year at Summertime by George.