Recent content from Chris Riemenschneider
Aussie rocker Courtney Barnett wastes no time in no-nonsense Palace Theatre gig
REVIEW: Songs from her new album 'Things Take Time, Take Time,' offered a little escapism from the cold and chaos surrounding Saturday's show.
Minneapolis' twice-delayed Rage Against the Machine concerts are delayed again
The May 15-16, 2022, dates with Run the Jewels at Target Center will be rescheduled.
Philly rockers Low Cut Connie ready to cut loose at First Avenue after two years of livestreaming
"We're doing this," singer Adam Weiner insisted of this month's tour, which brings his band here Saturday.
Country/pop star Kacey Musgraves burns bright in her emotional St. Paul tour opener
Review: The Texas singer's first date on her first arena-headlining tour used bright visual flourishes to offset her darker new tunes.
It's closing time for the Minneapolis soccer, bocce and music bar once known as the Nomad
Its history dates to before Prohibition, but the former 5 Corners Saloon may not be a saloon anymore after Jan. 28.
Winona and Red Wing music festivals are back on for 2022 with Low, Polica, Haley
Big Turn Fest takes over Red Wing's Sheldon Theatre Feb. 18-19, while the Mid West Music Fest spreads out in downtown Winona April 29-30.
Cloud Cult comes 'Out of a Hole' ahead of spring album, Minnesota Orchestra gigs
The Upper Midwest band's first album in six years will arrive March 6 before their COVID-delayed Orchestra Hall dates.
Kacey Musgraves is happy to take her sad divorce record on the road, starting in St. Paul
The Texan country-turned-pop singer said she's "comfortable sharing the pain" on her latest album, "Star-Crossed."
Radio host for the Current and club booker is now 'just Diane' as a musician
Diane Miller has quickly made a name for herself in Minneapolis as a performer, promoter and now "Local Show" host.
Golden Smog reunion is back on with Jeff Tweedy in tow for First Ave's April anniversary
Wilco's frontman and Big Star's Jody Stephens will rejoin the all-star Minnesotan cast for two shows April 2-3 marking the club's 52nd anniversary.
Hippo Campus rolls out 'Ride or Die' single ahead of new album and TV gig on James Corden show
The Twin Cities pop-rockers are due on CBS's "Late Late Show" as they prepare for the Feb. 3 release of "LP3."
Rockers Motion City Soundtrack postpone winter tour due to omicron cases
"COVID has unfortunately hit our touring family," the band reported as it delayed shows through late February, including two at First Avenue.
Bon Jovi will open 2022 tour in the Midwest in April, including an Xcel Center gig
St. Paul's April 3 show is the second date on the band's first trek in four years, following Omaha.
Meet the diverse entries in First Avenue's Best New Bands of 2021
Friday's show postponement allows extra time to get to know Durry, Evv, Vial and the other newcomers.
Actor Jon Hamm soaks up Minneapolis' dive-bar scene around NHL game
"Mad Men's" Don Draper was spotted all over town at Palmer's, Dusty's and Bryant-Lake Bowl during the frigid weekend.
Arts person of the year: Dayna Frank of First Avenue led the way to save our stages
Hailed as "the Stacey Abrams of the concert industry," the club owner became a national leader who brought independent promoters together — and $173 million to Minnesota venues.
Best albums of 2021 included Olivia Rodrigo, age 18, and Monk Boudreaux, age 80
Top picks for records of the year from our staff critics Chris Riemenschneider and Jon Bream.
10 signs the Minnesota music scene was alive and well in 2021
Live music's successful re-entry and the many other ways local music made a comeback.
Lil Nas X, Saweetie couldn't out-party Pitbull in Jingle Ball's return to St. Paul
Monday's annual concert with pop station KDWB at Xcel Center also featured Black Eyed Peas and Tai Verdes.
Foo Fighters' suspended 2022 date in Minneapolis will now touch down at U.S. Bank Stadium
The Aug. 3 gig was bounced from the Gophers' stadium over the band's COVID safety practices, which will be followed on the Vikings' turf.
New Standards' holiday concert is extra-joyful as the merry gentlemen return from a long break
Review: COVID and then a health-related hiatus by co-leader Chan Poling had threatened to derail the popular all-star shows for a second year.
Cactus Blossoms announce new album 'One Day' and Turf Club residency for early 2022
The harmonious twangers previewed new songs last week at First Avenue, including "Hey Baby," which premiered online Friday.
Never mind the van heist, Minneapolis rockers Gully Boys are ready to roll into 2022 in 'comfort'
The nonconforming rock band is reprising its December residency at 7th St. Entry to end its up-and-down year on a high note.
Foo Fighters abruptly pull 2022 concert from Gophers stadium over COVID policies
Citing the U facility's "refusal to agree" on vaccine requirements, the band said it is seeking a replacement venue.
Jason Isbell talks vaccines, Scorsese, John Prine and the wildest year of his music career
The celebrated Americana songwriter returns to the Armory after enforcing strict COVID protocols (and taking a lot of heat for it).
Minneapolis music vets say hello again with new rock duo the Scarlet Goodbye
Ex-Soul Asylum guitarist Dan Murphy and songwriter-turned-restaurateur Jeff Arundel will preview their new album Friday.
St. Paul rapper Dua Saleh feels 'upheld' playing a nonbinary role on Netflix's 'Sex Education'
The Sudan native also has a new Pitchfork-endorsed EP, "Crossover," completed after months on set in Wales.
Being 'stuck in suburbia' at Mom and Dad's Burnsville home paid off for rock duo
The brother-and-sister band Durry generated nearly 1 million views on TikTok off a home recording that now has them being courted by the music industry.
Journey taps Billy Idol for another twofer flashback tour due at Xcel Center in March
Tickets go on sale Friday for the St. Paul concert, part of a 40-city trek.
Texas giant George Strait heats up Minneapolis with help from ace-in-the-hole Chris Stapleton
Review: Despite being delayed into cooler weather, Saturday's U.S. Bank Stadium concert drew a sold-out crowd of 51,000 country music fans.
'It might get emotional' returning to First Avenue, warns the Hold Steady's Craig Finn
The Edina native's New York band is playing its first post-COVID shows on familiar ground.
5 films that will rock this week's Sound Unseen festival in Minneapolis
New documentaries on Alanis Morissette, Dinosaur Jr., Fanny and Material Issue lead the schedule for the 22nd annual film festival for music fans.
Chappelle, Bieber and Kanye sightings abound around Minneapolis over the weekend
The Lotus, Billy's Sushi and Electric Fetus each hosted the celebrities on Sunday around two separate Target Center events.
Kenny Chesney reschedules in Minneapolis with big-name openers opposite We Fest 2022
Dan + Shay and Old Dominion have been added to a lineup now scheduled Aug. 6 at U.S. Bank Stadium.
Jack Antonoff's band Bleachers offers rollercoaster-like rush for fans at Fillmore Minneapolis
REVIEW: The big-name producer made a bigger name for his own group at Tuesday's sold-out, high-energy concert.
Roger Waters' Target Center date is rebooked again for 2022 with 'last hurrah' warning
The Pink Floyd co-founder is now scheduled in Minneapolis on July 30.
Brandi Carlile is moving up to Xcel Center for her summer 2022 tour
Long a favorite in the Twin Cities, she announced a batch of dates following her 'SNL' appearance.
5 lasting impressions from what was likely the Rolling Stones' last time in town
Takeaways as the smoke clears from Sunday's U.S. Bank Stadium concert in Minneapolis with Mick & Co.
Minnesota fans finally spend the night with Rolling Stones
After a year-plus wait and the loss of drummer Charlie Watts, the 45,000 concertgoers wondered if it could be the last time.
Vaccine-requiring Elvis Costello abruptly switches Mystic Lake gig for First Ave
Tickets for the Nov. 4 club show go on sale Thursday, while the casino tickets will be refunded.
Minneapolis rockers Gully Boys' stolen van turns up 'a total value loss'
The trio will be using a borrowed van and gear at upcoming shows, now including a 7th St. Entry residency newly announced for December.
7 places Mick Jagger should visit in the Twin Cities this weekend
He hit the town before Rolling Stones tour stops in Charlotte and Nashville. Here are some suggestions before Sunday's big gig at U.S. Bank Stadium.
Yesterday's 'Trash:' New box set recasts the Replacements' first and most fun album
Unearthed treasures in "Sorry Ma, Forgot to Take Out the Trash" demonstrate the Minneapolis rock legends' greatness from the get-go.
Thieves ran off with Gully Boys' van and gear ahead of the Minneapolis rockers' tour
The punk trio is supposed to hit the road Friday, but widely shared tweets about the heist have come up short so far.
Minneapolis rock pioneer Cindy Lawson is back, and she means business
"Menopause is like my superpower," said the former Clams frontwoman, who's kicking up noise again with a new EP and all-star benefit Saturday for Afghan women.
British punk band Idles promises to 'never forget' its unruly tour kickoff in St. Paul
REVIEW: The hard-blasting quintet's Palace Theatre gig in support of "Ultra Mono" was way overdue but not overhyped.
Meet two Minnesota bands freshening up the bluegrass scene, Barbaro and Barley Jacks
Each of the fun-loving groups has an album-release party at the Parkway Theater this month.
New video for Replacements' 'Takin' a Ride' loads up on Minneapolis faces and places
The tour-like clip arrived ahead of the 40th anniversary box set of the band's debut LP, "Sorry Ma, Forgot to Take Out the Trash."
New Standards announce 2021 holiday shows marking Chan Poling's return
"It's been a long dry spell," Poling noted as the Dec. 3-4 State Theatre concerts were announced Tuesday.
Lil Nas X will ride to town for KDWB Jingle Ball with Kid Laroi, Saweetie, Black Eyed Peas
The annual radio concert once again falls on a Monday night, Dec. 6, at Xcel Energy Center in St. Paul.
Right stuff? New Kids on the Block to hit Xcel Center with Salt-N-Pepa, En Vogue, Rick Astley
The late-'80s/early-'90s nostalgia fix will hit St. Paul on June 14.
British singer Arlo Parks generates a big buzz in her puny Minnesota debut
The West London viral sensation, 20, is playing small clubs like 7th St. Entry on her first U.S. tour.
Leon Bridges hopes to 'regain intimacy' as he returns to First Ave touting bold new album
The Texas R&B singer talks about how George Floyd's murder and "living in the moment" inspired his third LP, "Gold-Diggers Sound."
Minnesota music hero Gaelynn Lea headed to Broadway to score Daniel Craig-led 'Macbeth'
The Duluth violinist, singer and composer was picked for the lesser-known darker tones of her music.
Comforting fans on her first U.S. tour, Britain's Arlo Parks feels 'useful and purposeful'
London jazz-pop artist Arlo Parks has one of fall's hottest tours after her breakout singles warmed listeners during the pandemic.
Bob Dylan to resume Never-Ending Tour in November, but not in his home state
The Nov. 2 opening date in Milwaukee will mark the end to his longest hiatus from the road since the late 80s.
Shawn Mendes to fill Xcel Center with 'Wonder' on his summer 2022 tour
The Canadian pop star is also set to headline Summerfest in Milwaukee a few days before the July 9 gig in St. Paul.
Minnesota fans happy to comply with Harry Styles in sold-out charm fest
Review: The former One Direction singer required masks and vaccines at his packed Xcel Center show.
Twin Cities R&B/funk musicians find a new home in L.A. and new groove as King Pari
Cameron Kinghorn of Nooky Jones and Joe Christensen of PHO started experimenting together in Minnesota before relocating to California mid-pandemic.
Lots of distance for fans — social and otherwise — at Guns N' Roses show at Xcel Energy Center
Stars Axl Rose and Slash returned to a downsized Twin Cities crowd.
Wilco and Trampled by Turtles mix things up via Red Wing
The beloved Midwest Americana bands paired up for an outdoor co-headlining gig at Treasure Island's amphitheater.
Liquid Music will settle into Minneapolis' Parkway Theater for 2021-22 salon series
Among the six scheduled shows are trumpeter Terence Blanchard, Pakistani singer Arooj Aftab and Minnesota violinist Ariana Kim.
First Ave-bound Bob Mould sternly urges fans 'do the right things' ahead of fall tour
The ex-Minnesota punk legend's video asks for masks and adherence to vaccine rules, or else '[we could] lose our livelihood again.'
A year late, Waxahatchee shines a clear light on golden album at First Ave
REVIEW: Katie Crutchfield's band played its "Saint Cloud" LP in full.
Lizzo's 'Truth' sets fans free again in sold-out, feel-good comeback concert
The ex-Minnesotan pop/hip-hop star returned to the stage at Treasure Island with a new band and renewed joy.
Basilica Block Party returns with strong vaccine rules but a much-needed party
Review: The block party returned with vaccine rules and minus a headliner.
Basilica Block Party headliners Avett Brothers cancel due to COVID exposure
The band also put off a Moorhead gig "out of an abundance of caution," leaving Spoon to top Saturday's party lineup in Minneapolis.
St. Vincent pledges 'permission to go crazy' as '70s-inspired tour hits Minneapolis
St. Vincent heads to the Armory with a new album and look partially inspired by her father and '70s heroines.
Trampled by Turtles' Minnesota homecoming gigs exemplify the varying approaches to COVID rules
The band's show at Grand Rapids' Riverfest on Friday will require vaccines or test results, but its Treasure Island Casino Ampitheater date with Wilco next weekend will not.
Live music returns this weekend to Uptown VFW with added vaccine policy
The venue side of the James Ballentine VFW Post 246 in south Minneapolis was renovated to accommodate bands in 2016.
Concerts at the Armory in Minneapolis crank up this month without a set vaccine policy
Machine Gun Kelly will play to a packed house Thursday without safety protocols, but Kesha and St. Vincent added their own policies.
Nashville's new Black music museum is out of place but spot-on
What's the National Museum of African American Music doing in Nashville? We visited to find out.
Hennepin theaters in Minneapolis will also now require vaccines and masks
Children under 12 will be exempt from the requirements for vaccination or test results at the Orpheum, State and Pantages.
Surprise gig at Icehouse showcases Low's new album and bassist
The Duluth trio played an unannounced set Tuesday to test-drive its new Sub Pop album, 'Hey What.'
Kacey Musgraves announces 'Star Crossed' tour kickoff Jan. 19 at Xcel Center
The country-pop singer will start her 15-city trek behind her new album "Star Crossed" in St. Paul.
