Concert Review
Concert reviews of musical performances at venues around Minneapolis, St. paul, Mankato, Duluth, Rochester, St. Cloud and more.
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in Concert Review, NewsWicked Reindeer Games: Chris Isaak Concert Mixes Hits and Holidays
Chris Isaak proved age is nothing but a number as the 40-year music veteran played to a packed house in a concert filled with laughs, dancing, and good old guitar-centered rock. Isaak’s It’s Almost Christmas Tour performance delivered a 23-song set that combined his iconic hits with rocking favorites and holiday songs. And It’s Almost […] More
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Something to Sing About: Pentatonix Fills Xcel Energy Center with Holiday Cheer
Playing their best-selling show ever right here in Saint Paul, Minnesota, Pentatonix kicked off the local holiday concert season with their “Most Wonderful Tour of the Year.” The capacity crowd spanned a wide range of ages, some dressed in holiday attire, and all delighted to witness the vocal group’s dynamic talents in an enchanting holiday […] More
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Blondshell’s Melodic Magic Sets the Mood for an Unforgettable Night of Music
Blondshell Sets Up Liz Phair in St. Paul More
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Follow the Lede-r: Dessa Re-Establishes Her Poetic Force in Minneapolis
Years after releasing an album or playing to Twin Cities audiences, Dessa and her band returned to a sold-out First Avenue with plenty of stories to tell. Only on the third stop of her current tour, Dessa displayed a balance of powerful vocals and thoughtful writing in a show that was part concert, part spoken […] More
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Dark Star Orchestra Fans Shown the Light at Palace Theater
It’s not every day that a Grateful Dead cover band big enough to pack the Palace Theater comes to the Twin Cities. Young and old showed up this past Saturday night to see Dark Star Orchestra. Twenty-six years ago, “DSO” played their first show on 11/11, making this particular show a cause for celebration by […] More
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Resurrection Tour Brings Theory of a Deadman and Skillet to the Armory
The Rock Resurrection Tour 2023 is a coheadlining tour featuring Theory of a Deadman and Skillet, who also brought special guest Saint Asonia to the Armory this weekend. Saint Asonia started things out for the night, then Skillet took the stage before Theory of a Deadman closed out the evening. Adam Gontier is Saint Asonia’s […] More
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Joji Gives Minnesota a Genuine Glimpse
On a chilly Minnesota evening, the Target Center was pulsating with anticipation as fans of Joji gathered in the venue to witness an unforgettable performance. The mix of concert-goers was entertaining to witness since it showcased the wide diversity of Joji’s fanbase. A few die-hard fans paid homage to his earlier work with costumes inspired […] More
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Neil Frances Heats up the Fine Line during a Freezing Halloween Weekend
Minneapolis came out in droves on Saturday night despite the below-freezing temperatures. Lines for popular downtown bars were particularly long, and many club hoppers were not dressed for the cold. I drove towards the Fine Line to see the band Neil Frances, who are on tour to support their most recent album, It’s All a […] More
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ON THE RADAR: Sister Species Shines at The Green Room
Emily Kastrul sings and performs her accordion for Sister Species More
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Brynn Andre’s Night of Women, Wine and Nostalgia at Troubadour
Heartfelt and oh-so-sincere, Brynn Andre is a seasoned yet evolving singer-songwriter talent returning to the stage after her 2010 debut. A mother of three-year-old twins, Andre is rekindling her music career by writing, producing, and performing on her own. In 2022, after a 12-year hiatus, Andre made the courageous leap to record another album. Quarreling […] More
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Styx Still Rockin’ At Mystic Lake Casino
Styx brought their Still Rockin’ Tour to Mystic Lake Saturday Night, and rockin’ is what they did for nearly two hours for the sold-out show. Styx brought a diverse medley of music that included a few minor songs, several hit songs, a banjo, and a hit song from 1983 that the band hardly ever played […] More
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Old Crow Medicine Show Turns the Palace Theater into a Barn Dance
As the temperature drops and sunset comes earlier, many Minnesotans begin to look indoors for entertainment. With Old Crow Medicine Show in town, the Palace Theater in downtown Saint Paul was the perfect place to get out of the house while staying out of the cold. I walked down the cobblestone alleyway that leads to […] More
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