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Pony Rug Helps Artists Rein in Success
The past two years have been busy for a group of friends recording live music videos. Pony Rug is approaching 100 high definition videos showcasing Minneapolis artists and music. There’s an unquantifiable style with which every video is stamped. Every video carries traits of professionally warm lighting and the glow of the musicians, all stationed […] More
Sacred Heart Music Center Echos High and Low in Duluth
When you first walk through the doors of Sacred Heart Music Center, the enormity of the venue is felt by the immediate echo of your voice. Sitting high upon the Duluth skyline, Sacred Heart Cathedral is a historic landmark that opened its doors in 1896 and installed a renowned Felgemaker organ in 1898. It was […] More
Sorry, We’re Open: Palmer’s Bar
Palmer’s Bar has been a West Bank institution since 1906. It has survived prohibition, bootlegging, two World Wars, the smoking ban, cathouse raids due to an upstairs brothel, and various urban renewal projects. A core trait of Palmer’s has been that everyone is welcome. You see that in a collage of regulars including professors, cabbies, […] More
Magical Moments Grow at Grand Oak Opry in Saint Paul
If you were strolling through the Dousman Park neighborhood in St. Paul, you probably wouldn’t notice the pre-civil war house with a double lot and a 225-year-old white oak tree as a magical music venue. Although the oak towers over the house, the most noteworthy feature of the property has become the June-September series of […] More
Combining Ages and Genres, Eagles #34 Represents Community
On Nov. 19 the Fraternal Order of Eagles will be celebrating its 120th year of existence. As an international charitable non-profit organization, the mission statement can easily be summarized as “People Helping People,” which resonates with what Eagles #34 does for the community. It’s no small task to run an organization that carries a lot […] 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
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
Le Musique Room is the World’s Largest Secret Venue
Halfway between St. Cloud and the Twin Cities lies a theater that hides a secret venue. For many people that travel along Interstate 94, the Parisian themed St. Michael Cinema is a bit inconspicuous. Inside the theater sits a unique musical experience, one which is expertly capitalizing on a new growth in venues throughout our […] More
The Eclectic Sheldon Theatre is the Jewel-Box of Red Wing
The Sheldon Theatre’s mission is to entertain, educate, and enlighten the community of Red Wing and it’s visitors through the transformative power of the performing arts. As you’ll soon discover, upholding that statement takes intention and focus. They have designed six different series that touch on aspects of community, interests, entertainment, education, and enlightenment. From […] More
Pioneer Place on Fifth Revitalizes a Vital Venue in St. Cloud
Tucked into downtown is the soul of the St. Cloud entertainment scene. Built in 1913 as an Elks Club, Pioneer Place on Fifth has seen many transitions over the years. The biggest piece of history sits outside as a reminder of it’s past. The granite pillars and regal steps highlight two clocks carved into the […] More
Smouse in the House Season One: Extras and Tidbits
“Music, in all of its variations and venues, is the world’s oldest social network” – Richard J. Alley On February 4th 2019, Music In Minnesota launched our first article in a series designed to spotlight music venues across Minnesota. The concept was to provide readers a quick guide to those venues, including a bit of […] More
There’s a New ‘Mission’ at The Hook and Ladder
The Listing – The Hook and Ladder Theater Location 3010 Minnehaha Avenue Minneapolis, MN 55406 Website http://thehookmpls.com/ History Opened 2016 Size Lounge capacity at 40 Mission Room capacity at 150 Theater capacity at 280 Seating Scattered seating throughout venue depending on show Food Showcasing local beer and ciders, with a recently approved full liquor license […] More
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