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Celine Dion’s Courage Tour Touches Target Center
Is there a better way to kick off the start of a new month than by seeing Celine Dion bring her Courage World Tour to Target Center in Minneapolis? Probably not. Making the night even more monumental is the fact that the Canadian superstar has not performed in Minnesota in over a decade. With eager […] More
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Kayak Jones Gives a Heartfelt Performance in Minneapolis
Our midwest friends Kayak Jones came to Minneapolis on October 25th with Homesafe, Young Culture, Taco House and Keep Flying. Originally from Iowa, Kayak Jones hit Minnesota on their third stop on a 97-day tour. Kayak Jones was accompanied by a powerhouse of a lineup and this intimate space was small but energetic. I was […] More
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Why Skizzy Mars Deserves Your Respect
This past July, 22-year old Harlem rapper Skizzy Mars released his second full-length album, titled Free Skizzy Mars. In his brief career, he has developed a major cult following and impressive underground success with his catchy tunes, laid-back approach and high-profile collaborations with the likes of G-Eazy and Yoshi Flower. He is happy, appreciative, sober, […] More
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Stand Atlantic and The Faim Co-Headline Amsterdam
Since there is no better way to start the week than by attending a pop-punk show, I find myself at Amsterdam Bar & Hall for Stand Atlantic and The Faim‘s co-headlining tour. With a fairly eclectic lineup, it’s one I’ve been looking forward to for quite some time. It is an earlier show, so the house […] More
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Sabrina Claudio Plays an Intimate & Authentic Show at The Varsity
Minneapolis Newcomer It’s been about two years since I heard my first track by Sabrina Claudio. I was able to catch a brief glimpse of her at Coachella, but when it came to actually seeing her show for the first time, it had been a difficult affair considering she had never toured in Minneapolis. That […] More
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BABYMETAL Bring Fans to the Metal Galaxy at Myth Live
It’s a Saturday night, I’m at Myth Live and I’m surrounded by metal fanatics of all ages, all excited to see Japanese kawaii metal group BABYMETAL. The group rarely comes to America on tour, and when they do it’s usually in California. So the fact that they’ve made it to the Midwest feels too good […] More
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Periphery Hits Minneapolis on Hail Stan Tour
Pioneers of progressive metal, D.C. based band Periphery showcased their technique and distinctive style at the Skyway Theatre in Minneapolis, Minnesota on Wednesday night with Veil of Maya and Covet. Periphery formed almost fifteen years ago and has been setting the pavement for what the metal scene is today. Misha Mansoor started Periphery back in 2005 […] More
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Oso Oso: “I Hope Coming to a Rock Show Helped Cheer You Up”
Long Island, New York natives Oso Oso headlined their own tour this year, traveling throughout the United States with Dogleg, Future Teens, The Sidekicks, and Minnesota locals Niiice. Oso Oso’s frontman, Jade Lilitri, was formerly the vocalist in State Lines and has been able to develop in his career and release his newest album, Basking […] More
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Titus Andronicus, Control Top, bring the noise to Fine Line
On a quiet Monday at the Fine Line in Minneapolis, I was excited to catch a punk show. Titus Andronicus and Control Top were billed for the night. Control Top started off with a bang. The three-piece post-punk band out of Philly took the stage. They recently released a new album, Covert Contracts, in the […] More
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Logic Spreads Peace, Love, and Positivity at the Great Minnesota Get Together
Throughout time, the Minnesota State Fair has given artists such as Bob Dylan, The Beach Boys, Whiz Khalifa, Taylor Swift, Fall Out Boy, Weird Al, and so many more a place to perform and share their talents. People from all over the state (and even some of their neighbors in the Midwest) come to the […] More