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in Interviews, News, PodcastsA Holiday Interview With David Archuleta
American Idol finalist David Archuleta will be bringing his holiday tour to the Cedar this coming Saturday, December 14th. Touring behind the deluxe edition of his 2018 album, Winter In The Air, David will bring a collection of original tracks and holiday covers. It was an exciting opportunity to chat with David Archuleta! We talked […] More
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The Cedar Hosts Koo Koo Kanga Roo and Purple Funk Metropolis for the Holiday Weekend!
Koo Koo Kanga Roo is a dynamic synthpop duo from here in Minnesota. Some would wonder what a duo with no instruments does on stage. They push a button of course! But you’d be surprised at the exciting nature of this concert. It’s a party! It’s dancerize! It’s electronic music that both kids and adults […] More
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Saves the Day + Joyce Manor bring Nostalgia, Emo Rock, to Cedar Cultural Center
This article is about seventeen years in the making. In 2002 my brother invited me to a Saves the Day show. I hadn’t seen a live show yet (I was 13), and I was a bit nervous. So, being “too cool,” lied and told my brother that Saves the Day was lame and I didn’t […] More
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Griffin House Talks with Music in Minnesota About New Album Release and Documentary Film Ahead of Twin Cities Visit [Interview]
Griffin House is on tour to promote his highly anticipated new album, Rising Star, and is delighted to be visiting Minneapolis this week at the Cedar Cultural Center on May 2. I had a chance to discuss his project and a forthcoming documentary film about his music career. MIM: So, your new album Rising Star […] More
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The Cedar Crowd Left Thrum-Founded
Adams and da Costa Mesmerize Minneapolis Audience It takes a special kind of audience to bypass all the fast break NCAA basketball tourney hype that was in Minneapolis this past Sunday evening to come to a small music venue. Here, the chances of getting arena-show theatrics were as likely as small-conference underdogs reaching the title […] More
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Nashville Songwriter Peter Bradley Adams Sits Down with Music In Minnesota
On Sunday evening, melodic singer/songwriter Peter Bradley Adams will make an appearance at the Cedar Cultural Center. He is stoked and ready to bring it, along with guest artist Anthony da Costa. I had a chance to chat with Peter recently about his career and pending visit. Find out more about the show here. MIM: […] More
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MarchFourth Really Funked Up the Cedar
MarchFourth, a 20-person marching band that mixes vaudeville and a touch of circus, filled the Cedar last night in Minneapolis, and not just in terms of the audience. The group itself filled the Cedar’s sizable stage with personnel who, in turn, filled the venue with a raucous mix of jazz, funk, hoots and hollers. It […] More
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Adrianne Lenker Sells Out The Cedar Cultural Center
After several years of touring and recording with her band Big Thief, Adrianne Lenker went back into the studio to record her second album, abysskiss. She’s been touring through Europe and the US over the last few weeks and chose the Minneapolis as her last stop. The mood was elevated at Thursday’s sold out show […] More
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Caroline Smith Comes Home
It was with warm smiles, open arms, and a sold out Cedar Cultural Center that eager fans welcomed Caroline Smith back home to Minneapolis on Thursday night; an intimate performance that united and captivated those in attendance. The afternoon leading up to the show was warm and serene; I’d be lying if I said that […] More
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of Montreal In A Visually Stunning, Theatrical Performance
Known for his exciting live performances, his endless energy, and gender-bending personas, Kevin Barnes, singer/songwriter of the group of Montreal, lives up to the hype. His numerous costume changes and endless dance moves show enthusiastic skill. It was big! And loud!! Remarkable life-size puppets were a nearly constant presence on stage. All of it made […] More
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The 3 Greatest Moments In Minnesota Music History
As most of us know Minnesota has never been an underdog in the world of music. Having been voted 2nd overall in the US by Livability.com for having the “best music scene” outside of NYC, Nashville, and LA, Minnesota has proven to be a significant part our nation’s musical culture. For many well-known artists such as […] More
