Music
Hexagon Bar owners deny blaming Black Lives Matter for arson, cite 'heavyset white male'
A post on the destroyed bar's Facebook page that pointed at "Black Lives Matter arsonists" was allegedly not approved by management.
Music
They gave a sitting ovation, at Twin Cities' first drive-in concert since pandemic
A drive-in concert at Crooners Monday evening brought live concerts back to the Twin Cities.
Music
St. Paul rapper Dua Saleh issues single 'body cast' in response to George Floyd tragedy
The song addresses police brutality and will benefit Minneapolis-based Black Visions Collective.
Music
Hexagon Bar destroyed, Turf Club and Hook & Ladder flooded during overnight rioting
Fire ravaged the Hex, and looters and sprinkler water damaged the Turf and Hook & Ladder.
Music
Minneapolis singer Ondara releases quarantine album: 'I was just trying to give myself a little therapy'
Fresh off a Grammy nom and Lumineers tour, Minneapolis tunesmith Ondara was on a roll and apparently couldn't stop.
Duluth
Duluth's Bayfront Blues Festival canceled and refunds put on hold
Ticketholders have to wait a year to request a refund.
Music
Music venues Hook & Ladder and Schooner Tavern damaged but survive protests
Already reeling from the coronavirus quarantine, the venues are in the heart of the ravaged protest area.
Music
George Floyd was once part of Houston hip-hop legend DJ Screw's crew
A recording of Floyd with the Screwed-Up Click surfaced Thursday following his death in the hands of Minneapolis police.
Music
At 79, Bob Dylan reminds us he's still full of surprises
"Murder Most Foul" is the latest unexpected move from the birthday boy. Here are 17 more surprises from throughout his career.
Music
No Soundset, no problem: Prof readies new album 'Powderhorn Suites'
The rowdy rapper is releasing his hotel-themed record despite sidelined Soundset and tour plans.
Music
Collector owns both of Bob Dylan's childhood homes – and his highchair
Bill Pagel has more than 15,000 photos, 4,000 concert posters and 18 four-drawer file cabinets filled with manuscripts and ephemera.
Local
Guns N' Roses postponement nearly clears the deck of Twin Cities stadium concerts this summer
Axl Rose & Co. plan to reschedule their Target Field date, which means fans will have to wait for refund options.
Music
Minnesota Orchestra shares new 'Pomp and Circumstance' for virtual grad ceremonies
Virtual graduation ceremonies are getting an upgrade thanks to the recording, which musicians created from home.
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