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ON THE RADAR: Local Artist Finding Novyon hits the stage with J.I. at the Fine Line
Hailing all the way from Brooklyn, New York, J.I., a 19-year-old male Rapper many of you may know from his popular hit “Need Me” takes off on his first North American “The Young and Restless Tour.” J.I. made his way to Minneapolis, Minnesota for the first time, to perform at the Fine Line on October […] More
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Rock n’ Roll is Dead? (Erik Ritland isn’t so Bad podcast #5)
“The ironic thing is that your song proves rock and roll actually isn’t dead. Only rock and roll would eulogize its own death, and do it with such tongue-in-cheek indifference. Well done.” – Author Mike Coenen on Erik Ritland’s new single, “Rock n’ Roll is Dead” It’s been said many times before, but at some […] More
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Studio Shorts: Defhaus Studios and Hot Dad Labs
One thing the corona-virus hasn’t affected is the desire for musicians to create. We’ve seen online concerts, live streaming performances to demo new songs, and creative ways for collaboration to happen during these unique times. This insurgence of expression is promising and continues to keep us connected. Recording studios have continued to be a […] More
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How Social Distancing is Impacting our Music Community
There are many stories to tell in our current COVID-19 world of music. Music venues are shutting down, photographers are relying on nightly shows to sustain them, artists are cancelling full tours, and everyone in the service industry surrounding these activities are taking a huge hit. Music has always been the bond that unites people. […] More
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Studio Shorts: Studio 65 and Carpet Booth Studios
Recording studios operate unlike almost any other business. Their reputation and sustainability are directly based on the music they touch. You won’t see any advertisements in newspapers for recording studios. Word of mouth is key and musicians sharing their experiences. Referring other artists is crucial. This week we take a look at two studios that […] More
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Studio Shorts: The Hideaway Studios and The Garage Studio
Recording studios hold an important role in our community. These magical places are the cornerstones for developing bands and finding a desired sound for their music. Studios are tucked away in corners of our neighborhoods, in buildings often without signs, and removed from any advertisements. “If you had a sign above every studio door saying […] More
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A Conversation and Album Review with Barbaro
Like a racehorse out of the gate, Barbaro is starting off 2020 with a surge. Their first full-length album, Dressed In Roses, will be released tomorrow, and on January 24th they will celebrate that release at The Cedar with Chicken Wire Empire and local darling Humbird. An electric blend of bluegrass, country, jazz, and chamber […] More
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5 Trademarks of a Chastity Brown Show
The sold out Parkway Theater hosted Chastity Brown for an evening of stories and music last night. At just under 2 hours, it was a long short set of music— only 13 songs were performed. At the same time, it was an impactful night of music due to Chastity’s stories and experiences. The show exemplified […] More
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Magical Moments Grow at Grand Oak Opry in Saint Paul
If you were strolling through the Dousman Park neighborhood in St. Paul, you probably wouldn’t notice the pre-civil war house with a double lot and a 225-year-old white oak tree as a magical music venue. Although the oak towers over the house, the most noteworthy feature of the property has become the June-September series of […] More
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Julia Michaels Closes The Gap at First Avenue
Before Julia Michaels took the stage at First Avenue, a sign appeared on stage stating it was a judgment-free zone. It encouraged dancing, singing, jumping, feeling and laughing. The sign was a huge hint into the vibe and energy that Michaels would bring to the show. As her first headlining show in Minneapolis, the backdrop […] More
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Song-Telling Tuesday: The Twins of Franklin and the Symmetry of Harmony
Time has a way of developing and revealing insights into how people influence your life. For Becky Shaheen and Laura Lou, a decade of singing together has meant the pair can do “some pretty neat things.” The Twins of Franklin are built around tight, delicate harmonies that seem very effortless.They’ve established themselves in the Twin […] More
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Song-Telling Tuesday: Chastity Brown and the Sharing of Respect
“Just because songwriting is sacred doesn’t mean it has to be mysterious. Just because it’s special and powerful doesn’t mean that it has to exist in a place that other people might not either A) feel like it’s something that they could do or, B) connect it to their own lives. That’s what I love […] More
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