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Arlo McKinley brings strong songwriting to Turf Club
Live music on a Tuesday night is a commitment. In a worst-case scenario, it can set you back, draining you for the rest of the week. On the best occasions, however, something quite different occurs. Specifically, a great show early in the week can give you the energy to power through the duration, fueling your […] More
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Clap Your Hands Say Yeah Are Lovely Folks: A Live Review
It was cold and blustery outside last night, but inside the Turf Club, it was warm and cozy. Of course, some of that is on account of shelter from the elements, but it was the music and musings of Alex Ounsworth, aka Clap Your Hands Say Yeah, that provided the warmth. A modestly sized crowd […] More
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5 Trademarks of a Mark Mallman Show
To say that Mark Mallman has moxie is an understatement. For over 20 years he has been a constant fixture in the Twin Cities, continuing to teeter with stardom due to his bottomless energy, 70’s piano-rock glam, and innovative stunts. Mallman’s unmistakable sense of style show both in the depth of his songwriting and in […] More
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Minnesota songwriting at its finest: Willie Wisely, Turn! Turn! Turn!, and Dylan Hicks at the Turf Club
There are plenty of different types of shows. Some are about spectacle. Some are about the visceral energy of the artists. Some are about simply getting the crowd to dance, or to better enjoy the drugs. Few focus mainly on quality songwriting, and not many of those types of shows are successful. You need the […] More
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Renowned Minnesota folk bluesman Charlie Parr begins Turf Club residency
Charlie Parr is a Minnesota treasure. He has evolved from a more straightforward folk/blues guitar player into a singular songwriter that contains multitudes. Parr began his January residency at the Turf Club – he’s playing there every Sunday this month – with a unique show. He began solo, playing songs on both his electric […] More
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Tank And The Bangas Came to Bang at Turf Club
There’s nothing more energizing to an audience member than watching the performers have a genuinely fun and enjoyable time on stage. If the band members are jumping around having a blast, frankly, you feel kind of like a moron if you just continue to stand still. That being said, the Turf Club was an electrifying […] More
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Melbourne Artists Alex Lahey & Kingsbury Rock the Turf
Disclaimer: I may have an obsession with Australian female songwriters. There have been some major women artists who have come from down under. Sia, Iggy Azalea, Kylie Minogue, Lenka, and Natalie Imbruglia have all garnered attention over the years. Today there is a new generation of songwriters who have set a different tone in music. […] More
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Thunderpussy Rocks Minnesota Pantless
Having personally spent 3 years living in Seattle, when Pacific Northwestern rockers Thunderpussy announced a tour date for Minnesota, it was a no-brainer for me. The group, fronted by Molly Sides, has garnered a ton of attention for their rock musicality and swagger, all while pushing the envelope in the performing arts. Thunderpussy shows are […] More
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Laura Jane Grace and the Devouring Mothers Take On The Turf Club
Laura Jane Grace isn’t just a musician. She is an activist an inspiration to those in the trans community. It was clear before setting foot inside Turf Club that this sold-out performance would be a very special show for fans. It’s beautiful to be in a place where those who feel marginalized can feel safe […] More
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Thou/Emma Ruth Rundle tear up a sold out Turf Club
Last night the Twin Cities were treated to a very special collaborative show between the band Thou and solo artist Emma Ruth Rundle at the Turf Club in Saint Paul. If you were unable to attend this sold-out show, you missed a night of heavy music for the record books. Let me tell you if […] More
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King Tuff Casts His Spell On St. Paul
As Minnesotan psych-rock fans began to recover from the polar vortex, some came crawling out of the woodwork to find themselves at the Turf Club in St. Paul Thursday night to see King Tuff on his Infinite Smiles tour. If they were smart, they got there early enough to see brilliant opener Stonefield. King Tuff […] More
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Mineral and Tancred play for a packed Turf Club
Mineral became an enigma of the underground scene during the second wave emo in the late 90s through the 2000s. Not to be confused with the emo pop rock of eyeliner-clad Fall Out Boy & My Chemical Romance, Mineral blew us away with fast strumming, punk drumming, and slightly grungy yet melodic vocals over loud/quiet […] More
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