Music
October 24, 2021
The Rolling Stones, including Mick Jagger, Ron Wood, back left, and Keith Richards perform at U.S. Bank Stadium.

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.
Music
October 22, 2021
H.E.R.

6 cool things in music this week include Halsey, H.E.R., Jack White and Rolling Stones

Music
October 21, 2021
Chris Martin

Music review: Coldplay makes an all-too-obvious commercial move with guests BTS, Selena Gomez

Music
October 21, 2021
A look back at every Rolling Stones concert in the Twin Cities, 1964-2015

A look back at every Rolling Stones concert in the Twin Cities, 1964-2015

The Stones have toured here 11 times over the years, leading up to Sunday's show at U.S. Bank Stadium.
October 21, 2021

A look back at every Rolling Stones concert in the Twin Cities, 1964-2015

October 21, 2021
Mick Jagger, center, of the Rolling Stones with bandmates, from left, Ron Wood, Steve Jordan and Keith Richards,

How can Rock Hall of Famers go on after losing a key bandmate? Lessons for the Rolling Stones

Ultimately it's all about the music, fans and other musicians say.
October 21, 2021
Dale Skjerseth, Rolling Stones production manager

Rolling Stones production manager started his career with Minneapolis bands

He takes problems to the tour's accountants, not Mick Jagger.
Music
October 20, 2021
Elvis Costello, right, at 2019’s Americana Honors & Awards show in Nashville.

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.
Music
October 20, 2021
Gully Boys at First Avenue’s annual Best New Bands showcase in January 2019.

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.
Music
October 19, 2021
Dessa and Minnesota Orchestra conductor Sarah Hicks bumped fists at the end of the concert. ] JEFF WHEELER • jeff.wheeler@startribune.com

Minnesota Orchestra gives conductor/broadcast host Sarah Hicks a 3-year contract extension

The longtime pops conductor became the face of the orchestra in live telecasts during the pandemic.
Music
October 19, 2021
The Weeknd

The Weeknd calls off St. Paul show and his entire arena tour, aiming for stadiums next summer

No word on stadium dates but refunds will be automatically given for Jan. 21 Xcel Energy Center concert.
Music
October 19, 2021
Yesterday's 'Trash:' New box set recasts the Replacements' first and most fun album

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.
October 19, 2021

Yesterday's 'Trash:' A new box set recasts the Replacements' first and most fun album

Variety
October 19, 2021
Mick Jagger went incognito to the Thirsty Beaver Saloon before the Rolling Stones’ concert in Charlotte, N.C., last month.

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.
Music
October 18, 2021
Gully Boys’ alert about their stolen van and gear has been retweeted 800-plus times but has yet to turn up any solid leads.

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.
Variety
October 18, 2021
— STANDALONE PHOTO FOR USE AS DESIRED WITH YEAREND REVIEWS — The actors Martin Short, left, Steve Martin, and Selena Gomez, in Beverly Hills, Cali

Comedy legend Steve Martin gets serious about bullying, Selena Gomez and his upcoming Minnesota event

As his Hulu series "Only Murders in the Building" wrapped up, he talked about the virtual Q&A he'll do for PACER Center next month.
October 17, 2021
From ‘Saturday Night Live’

Daniel Craig attempts Prince impression on 'Saturday Night Live'

The James Bond actor makes a surprise appearance on the late-night series.
Variety
October 16, 2021
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The voices of Cantus rise to the challenge once again

REVIEW: Minneapolis male chorus addresses the immigrant experience in a powerful program.
October 15, 2021
Olivia Rodrigo

6 cool things in music this week include Chloe, Halsey, Olivia Rodrigo and Alanis Morissette

Music
October 15, 2021
Cindy Lawson heads up a benefit at the Minneapolis Eagles Club with her own band and an all-star/all-female group. 

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.

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