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May 24, 2012
Big K.R.I.T. on country rap, dream cars, and playing Soundset
Related:How Rhymesayers set up the Soundset FestivalSoundset 2012 lineup announcedDanny Brown on XXX, almost signing to G-UnitFrom the jump, Mississippi rapper Big K.R.I.T is full of interesting paradoxes. He represents dirty-south rap with endless country swag that juxtaposes hip-hop's decidedly ... More >>
Blogs
May 18, 2012
Weekend Checklist: BB King, Marilyn Manson, Art-A-Whirl, Mayer Hawthorne
May ushers in warmer weather, which means the beginning of street festivals -- two big ones in particular: Art-A-Whirl and Lyn-Lake Festival that feature many talented local artists. If the heat is too much for you, BB King will be rocking the State Theatre and on the other end of the musical spectr ... More >>
Blogs
March 27, 2012
Minneapolis music scene named second-best in the U.S.
The helpful folks at Livability.com have chosen "Top 10 Cities With the Best Music Scenes Outside of Nashville NYC and LA," and trusty Minneapolis came in second. It does not seem as if Howler's Jordan Gatesmith or people who went to Jane's Addiction at the Brick were polled for this, but it's st ... More >>
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March 5, 2012
Buddy Guy at State Theatre, 3/02/12
By Rick MasonBuddy GuyState Theatre, MinneapolisFriday, March 2, 2012A week after taking part in a stellar blues summit at the White House and personally persuading President Obama to chime in on "Sweet Home Chicago," Buddy Guy reveled in his own role as blues statesman Friday night at Minneap ... More >>
Blogs
January 5, 2012
Sam Phillips born on this day in country music history
On this day in 1923, legendary producer, record executive, DJ and Sun Records/Sun Studios founder Sam Phillips was born to a pair of poor tenant farmers near Florence, Alabama. You likely know the name for his work founding this seminal recording studio/label, as well as for helping discover and fos ... More >>
Blogs
August 1, 2011
Eric "Big E" Austin: Chef Chat
Courtesy of Eric AustinIf you follow the local food scene at all, you'll surely recognize chef Eric "Big E" Austin's name. Known for both his sophisticated neo-soul fare and some very public endings to multiple business partnerships, Austin has made his presence known in the Twin Cities since ... More >>
Music
July 13, 2011
DJ Shadow, Fleet Foxes, the Suburbs, and more
Courtesy of Eric AustinIf you follow the local food scene at all, you'll surely recognize chef Eric "Big E" Austin's name. Known for both his sophisticated neo-soul fare and some very public endings to multiple business partnerships, Austin has made his presence known in the Twin Cities since ... More >>
Blogs
June 3, 2011
The Honeydogs take up residency at the Aster this weekend
The Honeydogs have a long history behind them, with 10 studio releases under their belt and 16 years' worth of time well-spent laying down bricks in the Minnesota music scene. They are the sort of band that are always the right choice when you are grinding your teeth for a new song, because t ... More >>
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April 13, 2011
Lee Ritenour
The Honeydogs have a long history behind them, with 10 studio releases under their belt and 16 years' worth of time well-spent laying down bricks in the Minnesota music scene. They are the sort of band that are always the right choice when you are grinding your teeth for a new song, because t ... More >>
Music
April 13, 2011
Critics' Picks: Subhumans, Jeff Beck, House of Pain, and more
The Honeydogs have a long history behind them, with 10 studio releases under their belt and 16 years' worth of time well-spent laying down bricks in the Minnesota music scene. They are the sort of band that are always the right choice when you are grinding your teeth for a new song, because t ... More >>
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November 10, 2010
B.B. King
The Honeydogs have a long history behind them, with 10 studio releases under their belt and 16 years' worth of time well-spent laying down bricks in the Minnesota music scene. They are the sort of band that are always the right choice when you are grinding your teeth for a new song, because t ... More >>
Music
November 10, 2010
Haley Bonar, B.B. King, Dawes, and more
The Honeydogs have a long history behind them, with 10 studio releases under their belt and 16 years' worth of time well-spent laying down bricks in the Minnesota music scene. They are the sort of band that are always the right choice when you are grinding your teeth for a new song, because t ... More >>
Music
October 13, 2010
Buddy Guy: From the mouth of a legend
One of the greatest guitar players of all time comes to the State
Blogs
June 23, 2010
Tom Petty and the Heartbreakers at Xcel, 6/22/10
Photos by Steve CohenNow entering his fifth decade in the music biz, Tom Petty has reached that enviable point in his career where he could be easily forgiven for resting on his laurels and calling it a day. He'll turn 60 later this year and has already sold 60 million records and been inducted t ... More >>
Blogs
April 28, 2010
Al Kooper talks Dylan, Conan, Hendrix, and lifetime in the music business
All photos courtesy AlKooper.comINTERVIEW BY RICK MASONKeyboardist, guitarist, songwriter and producer Al Kooper's uncanny presence and participation in landmark musical events over the past half-century have made him the rock equivalent of Forrest Gump or Zelig. His long association with Bob Dyl ... More >>
Blogs
April 1, 2010
First Avenue Day declared by Minneapolis mayor
Photo via First Ave's TwitterFor as long as I can remember First Avenue has been The Place. It's this way for all of us, whether your band aspires to play the Mainroom or your Dad tells smirky stories of smoking pot in the Entry basement with the 'Mats. Purple Rain? Yes, of course (how many peopl ... More >>
Blogs
March 18, 2010
Experience Hendrix obliterates The Orpheum
Guitar Gods stop by on St. Patrick's Day to share some Hendrix tunes.
Blogs
February 22, 2010
B.B. King and Buddy Guy leave the Orpheum awestruck
The two blues musicians proved why they should be considered legendary.
Blogs
February 22, 2010
Phish's Trey Anastasio, Bassgasm, and more photos from the weekend
Concert photography from Friday and Saturday nights.
Calendar
February 17, 2010
B.B. King & Buddy Guy
Concert photography from Friday and Saturday nights.
Music
February 17, 2010
Dre Day, Bassgasm, and more
Concert photography from Friday and Saturday nights.
Blogs
December 17, 2009
The Roots and Brother Ali collaborate on "The Trap"
Watch the hometown hip-hop star collaborate with one of his heroes.
Blogs
August 21, 2009
Friday Night at the Movies
Thinking about catching a flick this weekend? Here's what to see...
News
June 17, 2009
Brüno, Taking Woodstock, Harry Potter top 28 tasty summer flicks
Summer Guide: Film
Calendar
June 10, 2009
Famous Dave's BBQ & Blues Festival
Summer Guide: Film
Calendar
June 3, 2009
Pinetop Perkins
Summer Guide: Film
Blogs
April 13, 2009
Bonar and Bird stun the State Theatre
A showcase of rare talents and perfect execution, Bonar and Bird hit their spots at Saturday's show.
Music
December 5, 2007
A Tribute to Fats Domino
A showcase of rare talents and perfect execution, Bonar and Bird hit their spots at Saturday's show.
Blogs
September 4, 2007
Concert Review--Etta, Al, and BB at the Fair
A showcase of rare talents and perfect execution, Bonar and Bird hit their spots at Saturday's show.
Unknown
August 29, 2007
Concert Highlights for the Week of Aug. 29 - Sept. 4
A showcase of rare talents and perfect execution, Bonar and Bird hit their spots at Saturday's show.
Blogs
November 8, 2006
11/08 Morning Communiqué
A showcase of rare talents and perfect execution, Bonar and Bird hit their spots at Saturday's show.
Music
August 9, 2006
Howard Tate: A Portrait of Howard
A showcase of rare talents and perfect execution, Bonar and Bird hit their spots at Saturday's show.
Blogs
July 5, 2006
7/5 Morning Communiqué
A showcase of rare talents and perfect execution, Bonar and Bird hit their spots at Saturday's show.
Blogs
February 23, 2006
An Interview with John Fogerty
A showcase of rare talents and perfect execution, Bonar and Bird hit their spots at Saturday's show.
News
June 8, 2005
Three Tracks, Echo, and a Bunch of Hungry Teenagers
A short tour of some of the Twin Cities' historic recording studios
News
September 3, 2003
First Love
The legendary bands. The terrifying toilets. An oral history that goes so far behind the music it will leave you at a gun range beneath the stage.
News
July 17, 2002
Old School
Pausing a beat for bassist Ray Brown
Music
August 23, 2000
The Thrill Is Gone
With help from longtime fan Eric Clapton, legendary bluesman B.B. King has scored a Top 10 album. Any idea why?
Sports
January 13, 1999
Let the Games Begin
With that pesky lockout behind them, the Timberwolves get down to business
Music
August 12, 1998
Prairie Blues
A Native band plays slave music on the great plains.
Music
September 10, 1997
Star Child
A Native band plays slave music on the great plains.
Music
August 27, 1997
Mill City Music Festival Highlights
A Native band plays slave music on the great plains.
Arts
January 1, 1997
The Year in Film
The view from here to Scotland, Hong Kong, and Fargo
Music
November 6, 1996
MUSIC NOTES
TROPICALS' HOT DOG NIGHT
Music
October 9, 1996
BLUES, JAZZ, ETC.
TROPICALS' HOT DOG NIGHT
Arts
August 28, 1996
Loss Leader
Music-wise, this weekend's Mill City Festival looks like a winner. Business-wise, it's a $1.7 million gamble.
Music
August 28, 1996
MILL CITY PLANNER
Music-wise, this weekend's Mill City Festival looks like a winner. Business-wise, it's a $1.7 million gamble.
Music
July 17, 1996
Taxi Man
Music-wise, this weekend's Mill City Festival looks like a winner. Business-wise, it's a $1.7 million gamble.
Arts
January 31, 1996
Losing It at Sundance
The Amerindie film fest continues to inspire madness and money--and occasionally, art.

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