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Did Panic! At the Disco Copy These Classic Songs for Viva La Vengeance?
Panic! At the Disco delivered a spectacular show in Minneapolis, MN but fell short when his new songs seemed to mimick timeless classics. Brendon Urie is quite an amazing vocalist and performer, someone I’ve admired for many years, but I was caught off guard when the live versions of the new album sounded like Queen, […] More
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Minneapolis Artist Doc Rhombus Releases Alternative Bedroom Rock album, ‘Retroactions’
Sponsored Post Off the heels of his 2021 debut album Long Division, solo artist and multi-instrumentalist Matt Novaria, who goes by his artist name, Doc Rhombus, released his second album, Retroactions, on September 8th. The collection of songs tell a contemporary story of pandemic malaise, frustration with self and society, and lack of control over past, present, and […] More
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Bo Weber and Lissy take us behind the scenes of their relationship in “Falling For You”
Dating in the 21st century can be daunting with the vast sea of online services and swiping that goes into finding the right connection. For Minneapolis pop artist Bo Weber and singer-songwriter Lissy, that spark on a dating app quickly moved to Snapchat, where they began to share original music back and forth. One year […] More
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Andy Ulseth entwines change with music in new album release
We can all relate to the big changes the world has delivered to us in the past few years. Now, maybe more than ever, we’ve had the ability to step back and observe our paths. Looking at the artwork for Andy Ulseth‘s album, which was released on June 24th, there’s a clever tie-in to that […] More
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On the Radar: Frank Heaney Releases “Dial Tones”
Frank Heaney is a Twin Cities-based musician in the band The Misdemeanors. He plays piano and sings vocals for this popular live band. His first solo single, “Dial Tones,” is enticing, with a danceable beat and high replay value. The track has a seductive feeling and an edgy moodiness. It’s as if you see someone look […] More
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LASKA weaves together an introspective gem with Endless Patcher
Pop-folk group LASKA follows in the footsteps of sister-fronted bands like Haim, Joseph, and The Andrew Sisters, all the while rejuvenating the genre with their own special dynamics. The release party for their second album, Endless Patcher, was at the Amsterdam Bar in St. Paul on June 3, and featured an exceptional lineup. Hannah, Bex, and Mookie Morton […] More
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Valors Reignites Rock in New Release Everyday Saints
Guitarist and vocalist Ian Valor has been synonymous with a heavy, relentless rock & roll music tide. His previous project, Ian Valor & The Vendettas was an introduction to his smoky vocals and a relentless swarm of rock music. Valors is the next chapter in that progression, amplified with more aggressive guitar solos and shimmering […] More
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On the Radar: Natalie Fideler’s New Album Three Man Army
Natalie Fideler has released her new album Three Man Army and the album release party is tonight at 7th St Entry! Natalie Fideler is captivating on stage and this show is not one to miss. A departure from previous albums, there’s still plenty to love and enjoy on Three Man Army. Slowing things down a tad, […] More
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Amanda Yang Releases New Track “Sideline Girl”
Minnesota alt-pop singer and songwriter Amanda Yang has released her first-ever original song after 3 years of working on covers, song rewrites, and collaborative tracks with fellow performers. Amanda began her music career at the age of 15 with a passed-down guitar. Born and raised in Minneapolis–St. Paul, she likes to call herself a “DIY artist and […] More
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Perry Project unveils new video in anticipation for April album release
Minneapolis indie-pop band Perry Project is set to release their 3rd major release on April 8th. Led by Tracy Perry Jr, the blend of electronic and pop elements features a dreamy, driving vibe that organically culls you into instant intrigue. The new EP titled Liars, Fires features a new direction for the group, moving towards […] More
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ON THE RADAR: Good Morning Bedlam Lulu Album Release Show!!
Good Morning Bedlam recently released their new album, Lulu! They debuted their newest member Dawson J. Redenius along with playing their entire new album front to back. I was fortunate enough to go to their album release show. Amsterdam Bar and Hall filled up with a large crowd to support this very talented local band. […] More
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Humbird builds a house for us all in “Still Life”
“What happens outside a house can deeply shift a person’s internal world” ~Humbird The residents of Minnesota were subjected to a whirlwind of happenings in 2020, that still are shaking the foundations of our community. For Siri Undlin (Humbird) and Adelyn (Addie) Strei, they happened upon a collection of songs that wouldn’t have been written […] More
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