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in Concert Review, NewsRun for Cover: Pantera Takes over Minneapolis with CFH Concert
A night before playing US Bank Stadium for Metallica’s M72 tour, Pantera put on a display of power at a surprise First Avenue concert that electrified their dedicated fan base. Days prior to the concert, First Avenue’s social media posted a simple “CFH” on the First Avenue star wall. Fans recognized the reference to the […] More
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Fit for a King: The Revolution Honor Prince at Purple Rain 40th Anniversary Concert
In marking 40 years of the album Purple Rain and coinciding with Paisley Park’s Celebration 2024, The Revolution honored Prince in a practically flawless performance at First Avenue in Minneapolis, Minnesota. Fans lined up early, many with early-admission VIP tickets, and sold out the venue made famous by Prince and the movie Purple Rain. Most […] More
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“The Living Room of Local Music”: Charlie Parr Settles in at First Avenue Concert
Charlie Parr brought his friends along to First Avenue for a cover-to-cover playing of his recently released album Little Sun as well as other popular tracks. And the timeless local legend played a highly personable show that made First Avenue feel a little like home. Parr often plays solo, or with only two bandmates on […] More
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Saint Motel Hosts Award Show at First Avenue
Indie rock group Saint Motel returned to First Avenue’s mainroom to host a special award show themed performance. With QR codes posted throughout the venue, fans were given the opportunity to vote for the songs they wanted to hear. Fronted by Minnesota native A.J. Jackson, the show also served as a homecoming. With over 10 […] 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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Tkay Maidza Leaves Entry Crowd Shaken
Wednesday night saw Tkay Maidza take the Entry by storm along with her DJ and a room full of bouncing souls. In terms of genre, Tkay exists in this happy intersection of electronic, pop, and hip-hop, and the crowd makeup and their behavior reflected that. In my experience, hip-hop crowds are a little more vocal […] More
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The Kills Make a Frenetic Return to Minneapolis
Alison Mosshart is a badass. I have always been a fan of her voice—particularly in her work with The Kills and with Jack White in The Dead Weather. But what made me fall in love with her as a person was her raw and real portrayal in Anthony Bourdain’s Parts Unknown in 2016. In the […] More
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Lucius Kicks off Wildewoman Anniversary Tour with Minneapolis Concert
Opening the 10th-anniversary tour of their debut album, Lucius displayed their patented harmonies and thoughtful connection to a sold-out First Avenue audience on Thursday. Wildewoman was their “firstborn,” an album that proved to them that they could “make a living as artists”. To celebrate, they played the album cover to cover, even revisiting one song […] 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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Bahamas and Fortunate Ones Mesmerize First Avenue Audience
I had high hopes for the Bahamas show at First Avenue last Thursday. I had listened to his studio work frequently over the years but had yet to see him and his band perform live. By “him,” I mean Afie Jurvanen, a Canadian musician who has worked with prominent artists such as The Lumineers and […] More
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Matt & Kim: Ruckus Bringers, Live at First Avenue
Matt & Kim brought the ruckus to all the mothers…and others in attendance at First Ave last night. The duo’s high-octane performance featured a lot of fun and debauchery. Minnesota crowds aren’t always down with a lot of crowd participation. It always feels like there’s resistance to physical expression, and it can take a bit […] More
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The Disco Biscuits Leave Room to Dance at First Avenue
As I arrived at First Avenue on Wednesday, I had little idea of what to expect. I have seen many different jam bands and have attended countless nights at First Avenue’s main room. However, this was my first time seeing The Disco Biscuits, and when a band is scheduled to play on a Wednesday night […] More
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