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2010 Stories by Cindal Lee Heart

• Train's Jimmy Stafford reflects on mainstream success

  published Dec 17, 2010

  For over a decade, Train has been serenading romantic relationships with honest, passionate and melodic love songs. Their radio-friendly, recognizable, and absurdly catchy singles have led to continue... More >>

• Minus the Bear's Erin Tate talks about this weekend's Popsickle 2010

  published Dec 16, 2010

  In the past decade, Minus the Bear has become akin to an indie-cult kool-aid; with the release of their fourth full-length album Omni, this under-the-radar band is now up in our faces, and apparently ... More >>

• MPR Listener Appreciation Party with Peter Wolf Crier, S. Carey, Midwest Standard Time at the Varsity, 12/7/10

  published Dec 08, 2010

  In true Minnesota fashion, the temperature was in the single digits and no one seemed to care. The MPR Listener Appreciation Party was exceptionally appreciative last night at the Varsity, giving out ... More >>

• Joshua Radin prepares to make the ladies swoon at First Avenue

  published Nov 19, 2010

  Joshua Radin has been called the Whisper Rock King. His music breaths like airs of emotional estrogen out into the world of women and lovers alike. If you've seen Scrubs, House, One Tree Hill, and of ... More >>

• Loring Pasta Bar launches jazz night Musique Mystique

  published Nov 08, 2010

  We've always loved vibe of the Loring Pasta Bar, from the starry atmosphere and the surprisingly neat bathrooms, to the exposed brick, plush couches and candles burning. It's not just your average bar... More >>

• Junip's Elias Araya talks about his new project with Jose Gonzalez and Tobias Winterkorn

  published Nov 05, 2010

  To understand the band Junip you must first appreciate patience. If I were to suggest the best backdrop for their new album Fields, it might be a traffic jam; it may just settle your nerves and abbrev... More >>

• Maria Taylor talks about reviving Azure Ray

  published Nov 05, 2010

  Dreamy pop duo Azure Ray offer much more than that girly-whimsical stuff this type of music so often delivers. With luscious lulling vocals and fairytale musicality, their new album Drawing Down the M... More >>

• Horse Feathers and Anais Mitchell at the Cedar, 11/3/10

  published Nov 04, 2010

  Horse Feathers with Anais MitchellNovember 3, 2010Cedar Cultural Center, MinneapolisOn a seemingly quiet Wednesday evening in Minneapolis, there was a lot of noise going on down at the Cedar. A subdue... More >>

• Sara Bareilles reflects on taking risks and meeting the President

  published Nov 02, 2010

  Chances are, if you turned on your radio in the year 2008, you've heard Sara Bareilles's smash single "Love Song." It was the type of song that you couldn't escape, but why would you want tor Sara's m... More >>

• Maroon 5's Jesse Carmichael gets goofy in his bajillionth interview ever

  published Oct 27, 2010

  Over the years, Maroon 5 has become a household name. It seems like every time we turn on the radio we hear another #1 hit single. They've been on top long enough to stake their claim and headline nat... More >>

• The Script's Glen Power talks about his band's newfound success in the US

  published Oct 22, 2010

  For an Irish rock trio, the Script sure knows how to sway the United States with some damn good Pop songs. Maybe it's their delectable accents that have the ladies swooning, or their undeniable abilit... More >>

• Buddy Guy at the State Theatre, 10/16/10

  published Oct 18, 2010

  Buddy Guy and Quinn SullivanOctober 16, 2010State Theatre, MinneapolisFor a taste of Minnesota's finest seasonal weather and the Midwest's greatest portrayal of the blues, it would be safe to say the ... More >>

• Buddy Guy: From the mouth of a legend

  published October 13, 2010

  The blues have helped shape our history in ways that many may not realize, influencing everything from country to rock 'n' roll, rhythm and... More >>

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• Les Claypool of Primus talks Metallica, electronica, and hybrid cars

  published Oct 01, 2010

  When we first hear that low stiff clang of flesh across four heavy strings, immediately we know - it's slap bass. And once our ears have recognized that distinctive sound, our mind promptly tells us, ... More >>

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  Local Natives' Taylor Rice reflects on his band's newfound success

  published Sep 30, 2010

  Local Natives are like a fine German automobile; their musical success has gone from 0 to 60 without so much as blinking an eye. Turning up the majority of their success at last year's SXSW, the Los A... More >>

• Seether's John Humphrey talks about tonight's show at the Fair

  published Aug 30, 2010

  Chances are if you've turned on 93X here in Minneapolis, you've been privy to hearing the meticulously angry sounds of Seether. Not to say there's anything wrong with a solid dose of sculpted alternat... More >>

• Stone Temple Pilots' Eric Kretz talks about the band's history

  published Aug 12, 2010

  Loved by fans, simultaneously hated by critics.Stone Temple Pilots have long since been a staple in our hard rock society; whether categorized as grunge, post-punk, alternative rock or psychedelia, th... More >>

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  Eric Hutchinson talks Glamorama

  published Aug 05, 2010

  Rock 'n' roll and fashion have always had a delicate and important relationship. But on the same token rock 'n' roll has always held a bad-boy reputation - that is until Eric Hutchinson came along wit... More >>

• Swell Season singer-songwriter explains duo's relationship

  published July 21, 2010

  The Swell Season's is a quintessential rags-to-riches story, the kind that is often saved for the movies. And though it may have been the... More >>