Carly Rae Jepsen

Divine Fits at Varsity Theater, 4/4/13

Divine Fits With Split Single Varsity Theater, Minneapolis April 4, 2013 As soon as word got out that Divine Fits affectionately name-checked Minneapolis in one of their initial singles, "Would That Not Be Nice," there has been a buildup to the moment when Britt Daniel would sing that wistful line ... More >>

Tegan and Sara at First Avenue, 3/6/13

Tegan and SaraWith DianaFirst Avenue, MinneapolisWednesday, March 6, 2013Building trust with an audience is sacrosanct for certain musicians, and Tegan and Sara are now in the bumpiest stage of that relationship with their fans. With Heartthrob, their first new studio album in four years, the earnes ... More >>

The 2012 Pazz & Jop poll, including my ballot, is live!

The Village Voice Pazz & Jop critics' poll officially signals the death knell for any more opinions on 2012 music. But before we spend too much time evaluating Justin Timberlake's return and the ascent of Willow Smith, here's a last, fond look at the year that just concluded.On the one hand, raw ... More >>

Twin Cities Year in Music 2012

From P.O.S. to Prince to Polica, 2012 was a golden year in Minnesota music

KDWB's Jingle Ball at Xcel Energy Center, 12/4/12

KDWB's Jingle Ball With Psy, Train, Ed Sheeran, One Republic, Owl City, Cher Lloyd, Ellie Goulding, and Conor MaynardXcel Energy Center, St. PaulTuesday, December 4, 2012If a venue hands out earplugs as you are walking in, make sure you take them and use them. With as many screaming tweens as there ... More >>

Halloween costume ideas, 2012: Music icons

At this point, Halloween is pretty much upon us. If you haven't picked out a costume for all those parties and concerts this weekend, then it just so happens you're in luck. Instead of rocking the tired Jimi Hendrix look or that blase Elvis jumpsuit, go for something a little more modern, relevant, ... More >>

All Time Low at First Avenue, 10/22/12

All Time Low With The Summer Set, Hit the Lights, The Downtown FictionFirst Avenue, MinneapolisMonday, October 22, 2012In a sea of teenagers pushing amongst themselves, Carly Rae Jepsen's "Call Me Maybe" comes on between The Summer Set and All Time Low's set, and every voice in First Avenue could be ... More >>

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"Adrian Peterson" stars in Carly Rae Jepsen-inspired "Draft Me Maybe" [VIDEO]

SEE ALSO:-- Adrian Peterson doesn't look "heavily intoxicated" in his mugshot [PHOTO]-- Adrian Peterson celebrates New Year's Eve in hospital bed [PHOTO]-- Adrian Peterson's dad: Give the ball to Adrian PetersonAdrian Peterson is one of the highest-risk, highest-reward players in fantasy football dr ... More >>

Owl City's Adam Young on EDM, religion, and his Ford Mustang

See Also:Cover Story: Owl City's reclusive Adam Young opens up Carly Rae Jepsen on meeting Owl City's Adam Young and "Good Time"Owl City's "Good Time" collaboration with the Minneapolis Youth Chorus -- behind-the-scenesThe basement bleeps and bloops of Owl City have been one of Minnesota's best-kn ... More >>

Owl City's "Good Time" collaboration with the Minneapolis Youth Chorus -- behind-the-scenes

See Also:Cover Story: Owl City's reclusive Adam Young opens up Carly Rae Jepsen on meeting Owl City's Adam Young and "Good Time"It's known Owl City's Adam Young hooked up with "Call Me Maybe" singer Carly Rae Jepsen to record the summer hit "Good Time." But there are about 50 other Minnesota-based ... More >>

Carly Rae Jepsen on meeting Owl City's Adam Young and "Good Time"

See Also:Cover Story: Owl City's reclusive Adam Young opens upAs you may have gathered from this week's cover story, Gimme Noise headed down to Owatonna and met Owl City's Adam Young during one of his rare visits to his hometown. During a conversation at the local Starbucks, Young recalls that the o ... More >>

Tay Zonday's "Chocolate Rain" summer was five years ago

See Also: Carly Rae Jepsen's "Call Me Maybe" can't escape Tay Zonday Rain ManMinnesota's been home to many artists who've exploded from our local scenes and captivated a nation, pioneering new methods of expression along the way. One such supernova, Tay Zonday, has made a career of posting original ... More >>

Owl City's reclusive Adam Young opens up

The electro-synth-pop musician talks inspiration

Carly Rae Jepsen's "Call Me Maybe" can't escape Tay Zonday

For the many who enjoy the unfolding bounty of covers of Carly Rae Jepsen's ubiquitous "Call Me Maybe," here's a local tie-in that'll have you reaching for a chocolate umbrella. Yes, following in the viral paths of President Obama, Colin Powell, Harvard baseball players, the Miami Dolphins Cheerlead ... More >>

Justin Bieber's U.S. tour dates -- Minneapolis in October

Related:Justin Bieber's snake finds home at Owatonna Zoo (PHOTOS)The Justin Bieber experience is headed back to the Twin Cities in October. The Biebs just announced a fresh North American tour, and it includes about three months of dates beginning in late September, and continuing through most of Ja ... More >>