Sounds of summer: 15 outdoor concerts to see in Minnesota (and five free options)
New venues like the Ledge and renewed life at older haunts such as Surly and Canterbury Park are meeting the demand in 2022.
'Gathering of the weirdos' festival Caterwaul boasts 52 bands over 4 days in Minneapolis
The noisy marathon will be spread between Palmer's and Mortimer's starting Friday.
The big gigs: 10 concerts to see in the Twin Cities this week
Concert highlights for May 26-June 1 include Kraftwerk, Dierks Bentley, Tierney Sutton, Belle & Sebastian, Freddie Gibbs and even Debbie Gibson.
Music
6 cool things in music include Billie Eilish, Japanese Breakfast and Kendrick Lamar
Pick Six shoutouts, too, to Lisa Fischer, "Moulin Rouge" and Art-A-Whirl music.
Minneapolis
Prince to be honored with commemorative street sign outside First Avenue
The sign will be unveiled June 7.
Music
Review: Harry Styles' third album is summery fun without much personality
"Harry's House" has a distinct sound and sleek vocals but something's missing.
Music
Our Friday best: Kraftwerk, Cecile McLorin Salvant, 'Moonlit Walk Home,' and the Minnesota Orchestra
Critics' picks for entertainment in the week ahead.
Obituaries
Carl Bradley, Twin Cities R&B musician, dies at 73
Bradley belonged to the first R&B group said to find crossover success with white audiences in the Twin Cities.
Music
Minnesota State Fair free stages to feature Jayhawks, Low Cut Connie, Family Stone in 2022
Other acts slated for the Leinie bandshell include Caitlyn Smith, Eddie Montgomery and Dire Straits Legacy.
Music
With a captivating program, Pekka Kuusisto bids farewell to St. Paul Chamber Orchestra
REVIEW: The adventurous violinist is closing out six years as artistic partner.
Variety
Celebrities, digital token enthusiasts gather in Minneapolis for first NFT convention
U.S. Bank Stadium hosted thousands from around the world hoping for investment opportunity in non-fungible tokens.
Music
6 cool things in music this week include Taylor Swift, Naomi Judd and Common
Pick Six shoutouts, too, to Trombone Shorty, Cricket Blue and Simba Castano
Music
St. Paul's free Lowertown Sounds concert series announces 2022 lineup
The New Standards, Heiruspecs, Joyann Parker and Flamin' Oh's dot the all-local schedule, which kicks off June 9 with Monica LaPlante.
Music
15 don't-miss exhibits at the Bob Dylan Center also reflect his Minnesota roots
An "Inventing Bob Dylan" exhibit includes a picture of his high school rock band, the Golden Chords. The highlight is an interview with Chords drummer…
Music
How does it feel to visit the new Bob Dylan Center? In a word: terrific
An insider's look at the interactive museum exploring Minnesota's music icon.
St. Paul
Papa Legba hoping to create its own cozy vibe on St. Paul's West Side
New lounge honoring jazz and blues greats opens in former Cozy Cantina.
Music
New Brighton soprano crowned at Met Opera will sing in intimate Minneapolis 'Traviata'
Out of the Box Opera has adapted the Verdi show for small audiences at a downtown hotel on Memorial Day weekend.
Music
Review: Kendrick Lamar goes to a therapist and spills his guts on new album
Nuance and metaphor characterize his material about grief, mortality and a trans family member.
Music
Highlights — and 'Delight' — as live music returns to Minneapolis' Art-A-Whirl
Hour-by-hour picks for this weekend, including rap legends Sugarhill Gang.
Music
Twin Cities singer-composer PaviElle French hopes to 'lift up' young musicians
The singer-composer is reimagining the way Twin Cities arts organizations should collaborate with the next generation.
Variety
Our Friday best: Jessie Buckley in 'Men,' Lucius, Pekka Kuusisto and a reimagined 'Firebird'
Critics' picks for entertainment in the week ahead.
Music
Renowned composer George Lewis will invite Minneapolis concert to think about change
The forward-minded musician is the focus of a Walker showcase Saturday.
Minneapolis
Minnesota Somali singer fights deportation as he faces death threats in native country
The Minneapolis resident who came to the U.S. as a refugee teenager said he fears militants will kill him if he's deported to Somalia.
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- Sounds of summer: 15 outdoor concerts to see in Minnesota (and five free options)
- Our Friday best: Kraftwerk, Cecile McLorin Salvant, 'Moonlit Walk Home,' and the Minnesota Orchestra
- 'Gathering of the weirdos' festival Caterwaul boasts 52 bands over 4 days in Minneapolis
- The big gigs: 10 concerts to see in the Twin Cities this week
- Twin Cities singer-composer PaviElle French hopes to 'lift up' young musicians