Steve Solkela is what every southern and coastal state resident pictures when Minnesota is mentioned. The Iron Ranger-turned-Duluthian has charmed crowds across the state with his wit, old-time sense of humor and skills on his trusty accordion. Solkela’s YouTube channel features a wellspring of comedy videos, including his anthem “Up on da Range” from the 2022 album Sauna Knight. “We’re Minnesota nice ’til we get on the ice,” he sings with the most Minnesota accent humanly possible. Solkela is the Finnish bard of the Iron Range, telling tales and singing songs that make audience members laugh at themselves.