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in Artist News, Fun15 Fascinating Facts About Pop Sensation Billie Eilish
There are a lot of incredible things about Billie Eilish. The talented singer and songwriter is only 17, but she already has the resume of a seasoned musical veteran. Her 2017 debut EP Don’t Smile at Me reached the top 20 charts in the US and across the world. 2019 saw the release of her […] More
BREAKING: My Chemical Romance Return
Emo rock icons My Chemical Romance have announced their long awaited comeback. After an abrupt break up in 2013 and several false alarms, fans of the band have finally gotten what they wanted. And on Halloween no less! After clearing their Instagram and posting several cryptic icons to their story, the band posted a photo […] More
Kim Petras On Halloween, New Music, and More (Exclusive Interview!)
I got a chance to chat on the phone with pop sensation Kim Petras, who recently released a Halloween album that’ll serve as the perfect soundtrack to all of your spooky festivities. Following the success of her first-ever sold-out headline tour this summer, Kim recently embarked on the North American leg of The Clarity Tour, […] More
The Garage Develops More Than Music in Burnsville
For almost 20 years The Garage has been the all-ages music venue version of First Avenue. With the similar stylistic themes of black bricks and a variety of talented national and local artists, the correlation between the two is separated most by the location. The Burnsville venue has been an important resource for developing young […] More
Laserface Lights Up The Armory
Gareth Emery, the world-renowned British trance producer and DJ, made his Minneapolis debut last night, blasting The Armory with a barrage of lasers. Laserface is Emery’s aptly named laser light show, utilizing over 30 lasers all perfectly timed to the pounding of the bass. As I made my way to a spot near the sound […] More
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10 Interesting Facts About Lizzo
Dominating the charts and making fans everywhere feel “good as hell,” Lizzo seems to have blown up overnight. However, it took some time for Lizzo to become “100% that bitch.” Here are 10 facts about the upbringing of Minnesota’s new golden girl. 1. She’s an incredible flute player As if this needs to be said, […] More
All Smiles All Night with Justin Martin at the Hideout
Justin Martin took over the Hideout last Friday night with the commanding presence of a true veteran of the electronic music scene. The energy he used to drive his set was overwhelmingly positive and consistently playful, setting an appropriate tone for a Halloween weekend set. The Hideout is a kind of venue version of inception, […] More
San Fermin Pauses in Minneapolis for a Fulfilling Evening of Music
Everyone at The Fine Line will probably look back and remember last night’s performances as some of the more powerful and energetic ones to come through Minneapolis in a long time. Con Davison and San Fermin delivered solid sets of texturized and emotional songs, all while engaging a half-filled venue. It felt extremely intimate and […] More
Kayak Jones Gives a Heartfelt Performance in Minneapolis
Our midwest friends Kayak Jones came to Minneapolis on October 25th with Homesafe, Young Culture, Taco House and Keep Flying. Originally from Iowa, Kayak Jones hit Minnesota on their third stop on a 97-day tour. Kayak Jones was accompanied by a powerhouse of a lineup and this intimate space was small but energetic. I was […] More
Believe The Hype: Twenty One Pilots Dominates
Twenty One Pilots returned to the Twin Cities on the latest leg of their Bandito Tour. Nearly one year ago, the duo brought this same tour to the Xcel Energy Center, for which I also wrote a review. But make no mistake, this leg of the Bandito Tour is an entirely different experience. Last year […] More
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Did Lizzo Steal The Melody For Her Song “Truth Hurts”?
Updated: October 24, 2019Minnesota hip-hop artist Lizzo has officially reached the tipping point in her career. After years of releasing original music and performing her songs across the US, her hard work is finally paying off. Her song “Truth Hurts,” from her 2019 album Cuz I Love You, has recently made its way to regular […] More
SolSta Records Spins Forward With Ingenuity and Versatility
In a way, Solsta Records was always destined to be a vintage store. The building was previously occupied by The Pink Closet, a consignment clothing shop. It has seen generations of treasures and memories passed back and forth. Fitting perfectly along the Minnehaha Mile, which is aptly named for the long row of vintage and […] More
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