Music
April 2, 2021
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Leaders of Minnesota rockers Communist Daughter embrace their new Alaska home

Minnesota band Communist Daughter has a new album out, even though its leaders now live above the Arctic Circle.
Music
April 1, 2021

4 more Minnesota releases to consider for Bandcamp Friday

Variety
April 1, 2021
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Virtual and live entertainment picks: First Avenue's 51st, The Night Before Easter, Playwrights' Center, Freddie Mercury ballet

Music
April 1, 2021
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New music reviews: Lil Nas X pushes buttons with new satanic video; Lana Del Rey looks to move

Variety
March 30, 2021
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A group of Twin Cities Black men turn their passion for music into power

Despite life struggles, St. Paul's Ujamaa Music Group makes tunes with some Princely help.
Variety
March 26, 2021
Aretha Franklin, played by Cynthia Erivo, recording at Fame Studios in Muscle Shoals, AL. (Credit: National Geographic/Richard DuCree)

6 cool things in music this week include Silk Sonic, 'Genius: Aretha,' Raheem DeVaughn and Miley Cyrus

Variety
March 26, 2021

Last week's top Billboard hits

Variety
March 25, 2021
Sean Tillmann as Har Mar Superstar performed at the Current's birthday party at First Avenue in 2014. ORG XMIT: MIN1401251653482412

Accused of misconduct by women, Minneapolis singer Har Mar Superstar offers 'deep apology'

Sean Tillmann was accused by several women of sexual assault and harassment.
Music
March 25, 2021
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New music review: 'Justice' shortchanges Justin Bieber

Variety
March 25, 2021
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Virtual entertainment picks: Cactus Blossoms, Danez Smith, Nachito Herrera does Chick Corea

Variety
March 25, 2021

New Orleans Suspects, You Oughta Know and more

Music
March 25, 2021
Gonzo Phoenix, left, and Margo Babb smoked outside in the patio area at Palmer's Bar Saturday night before performing with their band, Bricks & Bo

Minneapolis bars Palmer's and 331 Club reopen with outdoor music plans

Look for seated patio concerts at Palmer's and more busker-style gigs at the 331.
Local
March 24, 2021
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Minnesota music venues amp up #SaveMNstages bill for state pandemic relief

A Minnesota offshoot of the national #SaveOurStages effort hopes for grants and tax relief.
Variety
March 24, 2021
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Winstock, usually the summer's first country festival, is rescheduled for Aug. 20-21

Delayed from June because of COVID, the fest in Winsted, Minn., will feature Luke Combs and Sam Hunt.
Variety
March 23, 2021
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Paisley Park will display Prince's ashes on fifth anniversary of his death

Up to 1,400 fans can reserve a free visit on April 21.
Variety
March 23, 2021
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Debbie Duncan Legacy Fund gives microgrants to needy Minnesota musicians

Microgrants of $500 honor the Minnesota's always generous First Lady of Song.
Variety
March 22, 2021
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St. Paul Chamber Orchestra returns to the virtual stage with 'Lamentations'

REVIEW: "Lamentations" struck a note of sadness after COVID-19 forced the cancellation of concerts last fall.
Music
March 22, 2021
Kenny Chesney performed Saturday night at US Bank Stadium. ] AARON LAVINSKY • aaron.lavinsky@startribune.com

Kenny Chesney postpones tour again, casting a pall on 2021 summer concerts

The country megastar's June 5 date at U.S. Bank Stadium will be rescheduled in 2022.
Variety
March 20, 2021
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Minnesota Orchestra strikes a hopeful note as it prepares to bring back audiences

REVIEW: Friday's live broadcast had a palpable sense of anticipation.
Variety
March 19, 2021
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Crooners will kick off tent concerts April 23 with Jamecia Bennett

For its second pandemic outdoor series, the Fridley supper club plans some upgrades.

Music

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