Hot Toddy started out as a solo act in coffeeshops back in 1994 in Minneapolis, performing originals, with covers including: Elvis, Ricky Nelson, Roy Orbison and Dean Martin. Songwriter, guitar player and lead singer, Todd Eckart moved to Duluth, MN in the summer of 1996 and slowly formed a 5 piece band. Playing with some of the most talented musicians in the Northland has made Todd a thriving musical force. His music is original and the band is in the latest stages of their debut CD. One of the most recognizeable band names in the area, Hot Toddy, is the main attraction at the Annual Dragonboat Festival held at Barkers Island in Superior, WI. with the crowds well over 2,000. Every January 8th (Elvis' birthday) Todd dons a black leather suit,sideburns(real)& gathers up a slew of musicians to create an Elvis Birthday Special. Todd is by no means an impersonator. Just a special tribute concert once a year in honor of the King. This past year, the concert was sold out as over 300 attended to witness the "King Creole" recreation from 1958. With jazzy and Louisiana stlye horns and hip shaking tunes, the night was an incredible success..... A CD release party will he held soon, as well as a West Coast Tour.