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On a blissfully comfortable August evening, Bell & Field brought their enchanting live acoustic duo performance to the outdoor setting of Market Alley Wines in Monmouth, IL. This venue, known for its inviting atmosphere and exquisite wine selection, became the perfect backdrop for an evening of music that was as warm as the summer breeze that swept through the gathering.

The Perfect Evening for Live Music

After enduring a long stretch of sweltering heat, the return to cooler temperatures was a welcome relief. As the sun cast its gentle glow over Monmouth’s Public Square, Bell & Field took to the outdoor stage, sharing the space with neighboring bar, Abner’s. The atmosphere was perfectly comfortable, with tables filled with eager music lovers ready to embrace the evening of perfect weather.

Interactive Crowd and New Tunes

The duo debuted several new songs, such as “It’s Still Rock ‘n’ Roll to Me” and “Let Me Love You Tonight” by Pure Prairie League, much to the delight of the crowd. An unexpected highlight was their rendition of the Bacharach/David classic “This Guy’s in Love With You,” a song that surprised and captivated the audience with its complex simplicity. There’s something truly special about bringing these unexpected gems to life.

Setlist Highlights

• “Squeeze Box” by The Who
• “Sweet Caroline” by Neil Diamond
• “Everything I Own” by Bread
• “Hungry Heart” with a doo-wop twist
• “Losing My Religion” by R.E.M.
• Tom’s original “Day Full of Love”

The interactive crowd made the experience even more memorable. Requests flowed, and Bell & Field were more than happy to oblige, creating a dynamic and responsive performance that felt both intimate and grand under the open sky.

A Night to Remember

After packing up, the performers headed to Iron Spike Brewery for a well-deserved dinner, contemplating the possibility of future performances there. There’s nothing quite like playing great music for wonderful people on a perfect Saturday night.

We look forward to our return to Market Alley Wines in December, and we hope to see you there!

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Late August Saturdays always feel a little split: half summer, half people quietly realizing the school year and busy season are right around the corner. Daylight hangs around a little longer, but you can tell it won’t for much longer.

This year, that last stretch of summer for us includes a long afternoon at Edison’s Gastropub in Bettendorf on Saturday, August 23, from 1–4 p.m. It’s a daytime show, which changes how we play in a good way. People are still coming and going, grabbing food, talking, watching whatever’s on nearby screens, and we just sort of thread the songs through all of that.

Afternoon sets like this usually start pretty easy-going—more mellow piano and guitar, some softer covers—and then build a little as the room fills in. By the last hour, we’re usually pulling out more of the upbeat stuff people sing along to without thinking about it.

If you’re the type who likes live music but doesn’t necessarily want to be out late, this one is very much in your window: middle of the day, plenty of daylight, and you can still be home in time to grill or crash on the couch.

The Basics

• When: Saturday, August 23, 2025, from 1:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m.
• Where: Edison’s Gastropub, 3579 Tanglefoot Ln, Bettendorf, IA 52722
• Who: Bell & Field (piano, guitar, and two vocals)
• What to expect: A laid-back afternoon set mixing piano-driven pop, acoustic takes on classics, a few quieter deep cuts for the early part of the day, and more upbeat, sing-along tunes as the afternoon goes on. Come by for part of it or camp out for the whole three hours—there’s space for both.
• Venue website: edisonsgastropub.com

About Bell & Field

We’re a piano-and-guitar duo that leans into songs you actually know the words to—some newer, some older, some we’ve rearranged a bit to fit just the two of us. For a three-hour afternoon like this, we usually start with more relaxed tunes, read the room as people settle in, and then nudge things a little louder and looser if it feels right.

The Room & The Neighborhood

Edison’s sits over on Tanglefoot Lane in Bettendorf, tucked into that part of town where you can run errands, grab a meal, and still make an afternoon of it. They run a full day there—open from late morning into the night—so a 1–4 p.m. show fits right into the middle of their weekend flow.

If you’ve been there before, you know the drill: food, drinks, TVs with the day’s games, and people coming through in waves. If you haven’t, this is an easy way to check it out without committing to a late night out.

If you find yourself in Bettendorf that Saturday, or you’re already planning to be at Edison’s for brunch or a late lunch, we’ll be there from 1 to 4 p.m., doing our thing in the middle of the day.