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in InterviewsFiddle Legend Michael Cleveland on His Life in Bluegrass, Exploring New Ground, and Working with Béla Fleck
Those in the know have long said that Michael Cleveland is the best fiddle player in bluegrass. With 12 IBMA ‘Fiddle Player of the Year’ awards dating back to 2001, Cleveland’s virtuosity and musicianship have propelled him to widespread acclaim and adoration among bluegrass players and fans. A former prodigy of sorts, the Indiana-born fiddler […] More
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Meet Your New Favourite Girl
Katy Vernon had just watched her band dissolve after 10 years together and a growing list of successful albums. As a musician and advocate for equal representation, Vernon continued to use her resources to strengthen the community while writing a new archive of empowerment breakup songs that transcended beyond her ukulele. We chatted with Vernon […] More
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Beats and Bars: Eden Har-Gil’s Multifaceted Artistry Shapes Today’s Jazz
Paid promotion Jazz has always drawn life from the cultural petri dish that is New York City, and Eden Har-Gil is the latest phenom to emerge from its fertile ground. The Brooklyn-based drummer and composer commands audiences not just with his polyrhythmic mastery but with a compositional voice wise beyond his years. Mr. Har-Gil’s artistry […] More
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Industry Legend Don Was on Detroit Roots, Pan-Detroit Ensemble, and Blue Note Records
In the notoriously chaotic and turbulent music industry, there are few constants. Tastes and trends change quickly, and rapid technological shifts frequently alter the way music is created, marketed, and consumed. So the old cliché that “the only constant is change” rings especially true in music. This highlights the importance of personalities and institutions that […] More
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Harmonies and Highs: A Deep Dive into the Twins of Franklin’s New Album
In the heart of the Twin Cities music scene, a “twin” pair of singers share a bond that transcends melodies, stories, and time. For The Twins of Franklin, led by Becky Shaheen and Laura Lou, the journey behind their latest album is not just a collection of songs but a testament to 15 years of […] More
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Ben Majeska of Armchair Boogie Talks Inspirations, the Midwest Scene, and More Ahead of Turf Club Show
As a proud Upper Midwestern music website, there’s nothing we enjoy more than shedding light on great music happening in our region. We love a good homegrown success story, whether about sold-out shows, innovative new records, or making impacts beyond music. I particularly like stories of hard-earned breakthroughs by deserving local acts. There’s not much […] More
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Cold War Kids’ Nathan Willett Opens up about the Band, New Music before Minneapolis Concert
Before playing a sold-out First Avenue concert, Cold War Kids’ lead singer Nathan Willett chatted about two decades of the band, favorite Minnesota memories, and personal influences on their latest album, the self-titled Cold War Kids. Cold War Kids recently kicked off the second leg of their 20 Years Tour. While enduring changes in the […] More
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Sarah Jarosz Gifts a Snapshot of Love at Sold-Out Fine Line Show
2024 has just begun, but loads of great music has already been released. One of the best is Jarosz’s fantastic late January release, Polaroid Lovers. Impressive for its thoughtful writing and rich, full production, Jarosz’s seventh solo full-length album strikes several resonant emotional chords. Jarosz’s works are no stranger to accolades, winning four Grammy awards […] More
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Abraham Alexander Talks SEA/SONS ahead of State Theater Show
On his debut album SEA/SONS, Abraham Alexander emerged as a talent to watch. Mixing evocative, sometimes personal writing with an eclectic and distinctly modern soul sound, Alexander surpassed the expectations critics and fans had for the record. Showing considerable lyrical growth and musical versatility, SEA/SONS captures Alexander reflecting on his personal journey, upbringing, and more […] More
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Briefcase Unveils New EP “Are The Stars Keeping Score?”
Sponsored Post Rising rock sensation, Briefcase, makes a bold musical statement with their latest soul-stirring EP, “Are The Stars Keeping Score?“ Briefcase is a Twin Cities rock band that perfectly represents the population— two-thirds Minneapolis and one-third St. Paul. They’ve been writing 90s-leaning rock tunes out of Jeff’s garage since 2016. Their 4th EP ‘Are […] More
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Sarah Larsson Sews Stories of Ancestry into Modern Folksongs
As a recipient of the 2024 Cedar Commissions and bandleader for Red Thread, traditional folk and inter-cultural artist Sarah Larsson is stitching appreciation back into the past. On the cusp of her February 10th commissioned performance, along with a debut album from Red Thread on February 23rd, Larsson is honoring ancestry and the hardships woven […] More
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Forged Through Fire: How Pandemic Nurse, Sara Beth Yurow Recorded Her Debut EP “Mischievous”
Sponsored Post Pop-Punk sensation Sara Beth Yurow released her debut EP, “Mischievous” on January 26, 2024. In this interview, Sara Beth Yurow takes us on a journey through her debut EP “Mischievous,” sharing insights into her experience of writing music while growing up in Hawaii, pursuing her dreams amid the challenges of COVID, and offering […] More
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