Yeah, you read that right. The country king of speaking his mind returned to First Avenue for the first time in 4 years onFriday. Wheeler Walker Jr. is on tour for his recent album, “Ram”, featuring songs you won’t everhear on mainstream country radio station….or, hell, any radio: “Born to Fuck” “Fingerblast”Money n’ Bitches” and […]
Faye Webster wants her listeners to get the joke. Give her music a casual listen, and you might miss the punchline. There’s a type of humor here that can be found deep beneath the surface in the melancholy waltz’s of her music. Yet, she never takes herself too seriously. Like Courtney Barnett, there’s a smirk […]
On the corner of Hennepin and Lagoon in Minneapolis, an iconic sign and marquee light up the night, casting a much needed glow back over the neighborhood. The Uptown Theatre, once a cherished local movie theater, has reemerged this year as a new concert venue hoping to become just as memorable, proudly reclaiming its position […]
Article by Casey Carlson. Photography by Darrell Lloyd. ZHU brought his Immersive Live Tour to the Minneapolis Armory last week, and it was a night that fans will remember as pure electronic bliss. The show featured a massive, high resolution LED wall that projected stunning visuals, as well as a number of special effects that […]
“It’s our fourth time playing First Avenue” revealed Adam Weiner during his show last night. He retained his usual seat on the bench behind his upright piano, affectionally named Nellie (that is, if affectionate means having it’s named carved into the wood on the side.) Nellie, like Adam, both appeared to have been through hell […]
As band members entered the stage in the darkness, they carried lanterns with them – casting a warm glow. It guided them to their spots on the stage while also illuminating the faces of the crowd, many of whom were already glowing with excitement. It was reminiscent of the final night at summer camp, where […]
By Alexander JustIn the hushed corners of the indie music scene, an artist with an ethereal allure is poised to cast aspell on your senses. Spells and Curses, an artist shrouded in dreamy soundscapes and intimatenarratives, has been quietly crafting a unique sonic identity since its inception in Queens, NewYork back in 2012. As he […]
Photos by Alexander Just. Words by Casey Carlson When you think of eras like the 80’s and 90’s, you’re likely to think of the art and culture of that era more than any economic or societal events. Especially if you never lived in those eras, or, like me, werent there for very long. Thanks to […]
Fronted by the charismatic Sammy Rae, the musical ensemble Sammy Rae & The Friends is a force to be reckoned with. Their performances are as fun and tight as the band is. The band’s chemistry, virtuosity, and vocal prowess are all things found in their influences from classic rock, folk, funk, soul, and jazz. With […]
An absolutely stacked triple bill of talent performed at First Avenue last night, the perfect cure to the sunday scaries! We’ve got photos of all three performers below:
To know Eric Clapton, you need to know blues music. After all, that’s where slowhand himself got his start with guitar. And while he’s ventured into pop music and acoustic ballads over the last sixty years of his career, Clapton always comes back to his roots in the blues. The blues have always had it […]
Iconic musician Bruce Hornsby is celebrating the 25th anniversary of his legendary double album, “Spirit Trail,” with a special reissue, and a subsequent tour. The 25th Anniversary Edition of the album will be available online and two physical versions: a 3-CD set and a 3-LP set. This album, originally released in 1998, features twenty tracks […]
Words by Casey Carlson. Photos by Joe Lemke I don’t think there was any member in the audience that expected Pearl Jam to be seated for their first five songs. It seemed out of place for the band, whos been known for their electrifying energy and stage presence, right from their first ever shows. Even […]
Atmosphere in the opening slot may not be something the band has been used to in recent years. But with a couple of other heavy hitters, including Slightly Stoopid, Sublime, and Rome – The Minneapolis based hip hop group – now in it’s 27th year – can still pull a crowd. And yes, that still […]
Photos courtesy of Chris Phelps Summer’s most difficult concert ticket to get may have belonged to Taylor Swift, But The Killers gave her a run for her money with a surprise performance at First Avenue last night. Announced just one week prior and selling out nearly instantly, the tickets to their intimate show became priceless. […]
When you think of folk music, chances are you don’t think about Winnipeg Manitoba. But each year, dozens of bands and thousands more people descend on a provincial park on the outskirts of town to celebrate folk music. It’s a celebration of the genre as a whole, with musicians and bands who have been around […]
It’s exciting to finally be able to return to The Ledge Amphitheater in St. Cloud on a summer night. We’re just at the halfway point of a Minnesota summer, and with outdoor festivals and shows in full swing, Myself and many other fans that packed the amphitheater couldn’t wait for tonight’s special lineup that many […]
It has been years since a concert has caused such mass hysteria in Minnesota. Perhaps, even in the country. If it wasn’t clear by the excitement of fans online, the lack of bookable hotels in Downtown Minneapolis, Or by the MNDOT road signs spinning her lyrics into safety warnings: Taylor Swift is in town. Everyone […]
MUNA’s music is all about self-expression and empowerment, and their live show is no different. The band members are all incredibly talented musicians in their own right, and their return to the Twin Cities, marking their second show here since August, was a breathtaking display in more ways than one. MUNA’s been on a roll […]
It’s graduation day at the University of Minnesota, and if you know somebody with a music major, they were likely in the audience of The Varsity Theatre for a very intimate performance from Theo Katzman. Katzman is perhaps best known for his role in Vulfpeck, performing guitar, drums, and vocals throughout the band’s discography. In […]
Whats a good indie act without a complicated frontman? For some musical acts, when you buy a ticket, you’re essentially buying a level of hope. Hope that the band will play your favorite song, your cherished deep cut, that they’ll spot you in the crowd and share a brief moment of eye contact. Or, lately […]
You’ve heard an M83 song whether you’ve known it or not. But the band has much more depth than the one-or-two hit songs used for every cinematic moment in the last ten years. Midnight City and Outro are both songs that were the cornerstones of cinematic, euphoric moments in films and commercials since M83 released […]
Remember last summer when we covered MUNA? And it was a really good show and we wanted them to perform in arenas? Well, we got close. The Palace Theatre is larger than their last show at First Avenue (which you can find our coverage here) And while we are getting a larger venue for them […]
Article and Photos by Eliza Mann Gorgon City is a duo claiming to be ‘in high demand’ by their label, Black Butter Records. Collaborations with big name artists like Sophie Tukker and Evan Giia would validate this statement, but a relatively low key social media presence might say otherwise. Catching wind of a sold out […]
Not just your heady uncle’s jam band. “Ive heard from five different people tonight that the band isnt going on until closer to 9:00” Said the security guard I spoke with last night in the photo pit. Its rare these days that bands play exactly on time anyways, but a whole 45 minutes late to […]
Aoife O’Donovan, a Grammy winning singer-songwriter, performed Bruce Springsteen’s seminal album “Nebraska” to a sold-out crowd at the Turf Club last Friday. The performance was a tribute to one of the most iconic albums of Springsteen’s career and showcased O’Donovan’s talent as a vocalist and interpreter of songs. “Nebraska” is a stark departure from Springsteen’s […]
“We aren’t kidding when we say the Twin Cities is like a second home to us” Said Dawes frontman Taylor Goldsmith between songs last night. “I’ll never forget our first tour through here, and for some fucked up reason we sold out First Avenue! You guys keep showing up, and it means a lot to […]
While it wasn’t built for it in mind, US Bank Stadium is the largest concert venue in Minnesota. It was built for Vikings games and NCAA Championship games to be played in front of over 50,000 people. But even though it’s seven years old, the powers that be haven’t figured out how to make anything […]
Any fourteen year old who picked up an acoustic guitar to fulfill their singer-songwriter dreams has sat at the end of their bed, staring at the wall of their bedroom imagining it’s an arena full of screaming fans. They’ve imagined creating a riff on guitar that’s instantly recognizable, and leaving the crowd speechless with their […]
Tuesday, March 28 2023. Photos and Article by Eliza Mann In the midst of a solemn week for Denver, several admirable artists journeyed to the city, ready to share their melody with an audience in desperate need of warmth. It may have been difficult to celebrate a night of good music for locals, yet I am […]