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F*ck It Dog, Life’s A Risk: Go 96.3’s Sold-Out #GoShow with FIDLAR
For the last few years, Go 95.3 & Go 96.3’s #GoShow concerts have been one of the most popular event series in the Twin Cities. With performers such as Wiz Khalifa, Bastille, Tech N9ne, The Wombats, and AWOLNation, as well as performances by up-and-comers like Yam Haus, Buddy, K.Flay, and Donna Missal, the series has […] More
Bas Brings “Milky Way” Tour to 7th Street Entry [Photos & Review]
Rapper Bas was set to perform and heat up 7th Street Entry Friday evening when he added a last-minute surprise that afternoon. He announced that Lexii Alijaii would be appearing as a special guest, making Minneapolis a unique tour stop amongst the 43 dates across the United States. Alijaii took the stage displaying sheer confidence, reciting […] More
LP’s powerhouse vocals were not lost at First Avenue Thursday night
A full house managed to find their way to First Avenue Thursday night through inches of snow and ice. Laura Pergolizzi, better known as her stage name LP, was set to play to a sold out crowd, and the attendance did not disappoint. While opener Yoke Lore was forced to cancel due to a car […] More
Last Import Releases Self-Titled Debut; Celebrates With a Fiery Performance at The Entry
From the somber opening notes of “Lunar Rhapsody,” to the closing notes of “Dial Tone,” Last Import’s self-titled debut album transports you into another dimension. Only one thing is perfectly clear; the energetic, melodic, surf-punk trio based out of Minneapolis has officially dropped the gloves and are ready to take the world by storm. Last Import […] More
Powerhouse Abby Jeanne Sticks with Minneapolis Through The Polar Vortex
A crowd gathered at the 7th Street Entry in Minneapolis Wednesday night. This isn’t normally news, but when it’s colder outside than the top of Mt. Everest, it becomes pretty noteworthy! Singer Abby Jeanne is a Milwaukee native who has spent the last few years touring the world. She’s opened for No Name, Ishdarr, and […] More
Lala Lala and Sen Morimoto Pack The Entry For an Intimate, Inspired Performance
With no shortage of entertainment options on a bitterly cold Friday night in Downtown Minneapolis, including a sold-out performance from The Suburbs right next door, about two-hundred people packed the walls of the 7th St Entry to experience a couple of incredible up-and-coming acts in a wonderfully intimate setting. I arrived at the venue just […] More
Laura Gibson and Stelth Ulvang Soothe The Entry
It was an uncharacteristically quiet night at First Avenue on Tuesday. With the main room closed for a private event, and bitterly cold temperatures keeping The Depot mostly barren, only the most dedicated and loyal fans made the trek to The Entry, yearning for the warm embrace and the soothing sounds of that night’s performers. […] More
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People in Minnesota: Andrea Swensson
People in Minnesota- where we focus on you, the Minnesota music fan! We are excited to have the first People in Minnesota of 2019 focus on none other than Andrea Swensson, host of The Local Show and on-air personality at 89.3 the current Name: Andrea Swensson Occupation: Author, music journalist, and host at The Current How […] More
Bring Your Daughter To Work Day: Odd Daughters & Lavender Daughter Rock The Entry
Wednesday night brought a pair of daughters to the legendary First Avenue & 7th St Entry. Minneapolis-natives Odd Daughters, an eclectic, infectious, and best of all, Gluten-Free two-piece performed a headlining set with a little help from another Minneapolis-based band, Dark Surf/Grunge/Rock outfit Lavender Daughter. The evening began with me standing outside The Entry, watching a […] More
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Happy Birthday Janis Joplin
This Saturday the 12-year tradition continues in golden style as we wish Janis Joplin a happy birthday, in a way only Minnesota artist Jill Mikelson and special guests Reed Grimm and Mae Simpson can do. The mystique of Janis Joplin has both captivated and haunted the souls of artists since her passing in 1970. Her […] More
Sunday Night at The Entry: Niiice. and Bruise Violet Kick Some Tasty Jams
Sunday night brought thousands of people to the legendary corner of 1st Avenue & 7th Street in Downtown Minneapolis for a multitude of reasons. Some were simply passing by, celebrating the news that the Timberwolves had finally fired their awful GM/Coach Tom Thibodeau after their game with the Los Angeles Lakers at Target Center. Many were […] More
Jessica Pratt Warms Up First Avenue For Kurt Vile and The Violators
I’ve mentioned in a few of my previous articles that something I enjoy doing is experiencing an artist’s music for the first time in a live setting. It’s an experience that I believe cuts directly through the bullshit, and will give you a definite answer to the question of whether you like an artist or […] More
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