Variety
November 3, 2021
Bob Dylan returned to the stage Tuesday in Milwaukee with a revamped band.

After 2-year concert hiatus, ever-surprising Bob Dylan returns to embrace his 'Rough and Rowdy Ways'

REVIEW: A reassuring Milwaukee gig showcased new material and some choice oldies.
November 2, 2021

This Minneapolis orchestra doesn't just make music — it forges community

Variety
November 2, 2021
This Minneapolis orchestra doesn't just make music — it forges community

This Minneapolis orchestra doesn't just make music — it forges community

One day each week, people from all walks of life gather in a church basement to harmonize in the Civic Orchestra of Minneapolis.
Music
November 1, 2021
Kenny Chesney previously filled U.S. Bank Stadium in 2018.

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.
Variety
October 30, 2021
Brandi Carlile

6 cool things in music this week include Brandi Carlile, Black Pumas, Stokley and Zac Brown Band

Variety
October 30, 2021
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Minnesota Orchestra concert finds pianist Emanuel Ax at the peak of his powers

REVIEW: He showed his mastery in a Beethoven concerto while the orchestra flexed its muscles in a Shostakovich symphony.
Music
October 29, 2021
Jeremy Denk during a performance with the St. Paul Chamber Orchestra in the 2019-20 season.

Reunion of Jeremy Denk and St. Paul Chamber Orchestra is cause for celebration

REVIEW: This weekend's programs offer two sparkling Mozart pieces and a work by Waseca-born Sky Macklay.
Music
October 29, 2021
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Dar Williams reminds Minneapolis fans why she's one of our greatest songwriters

The acclaimed singer performed at Cedar Cultural Center.
Music
October 28, 2021
Ventriloquist and impressionist Terry Fator generally performs with puppets like his pal, Winston the Turtle. But when he stops by Treasure Island Res

Top Vegas acts are coming to entertain Twin Cities audiences

Headliners like Terry Fator take time from their gigs on the Strip to hit Minnesota casinos
Music
October 28, 2021
Terence Blanchard

Jazz, film, opera — renowned trumpeter/composer Terence Blanchard does it all

Fresh off an opening at New York's Met, the trumpeter brings his latest project to Minneapolis.
October 28, 2021
Lana Del Rey

Lana Del Rey turns to her 'sisters' for help in painting 'Blue Banisters'

Variety
October 28, 2021
Elvis Costello

Our Friday best: Elvis Costello, Halloween shenanigans, Humbird and Emanuel Ax

Critics' picks for entertainment in the week ahead.
Music
October 27, 2021
Bleachers lead singer Jack Antonoff performs Tuesday, Oct. 26 at the Fillmore Minneapolis in Minneapolis, Minn.  ] CARLOS GONZALEZ • cgonzalez@start

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.
October 27, 2021

Jack Antonoff's band Bleachers offers rollercoaster-like rush for fans at Fillmore Minneapolis

Music
October 26, 2021
Roger Waters was last in town in 2017 when his Us + Them Tour hit Xcel Energy Center.

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.
Music
October 26, 2021
Kayhan Kalhor (photo by Ali Haddadi Asl)

An Iranian-American musical partnership comes back to life in Minneapolis

Minnesota-rooted quartet Brooklyn Rider will join with virtuoso Kayhan Kalhor for a concert Friday at Walker Art Center.
TV & Media
October 26, 2021
Sasha Farber and Suni Lee on “Dancing With the Stars.”

Suni Lee barely survives elimination on 'Dancing With the Stars'

Minnesotan Libianca also advances on "The Voice."
Music
October 25, 2021
Brandi Carlile performed last month at OhanaFest in Dana Point, Calif.

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.
Music
October 25, 2021
Mick Jagger showed little sign of slowing down during Sunday’s Rolling Stones concert at U.S. Bank Stadium.

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.
Variety
October 25, 2021
The Rolling Stones, including Mick Jagger, Ron Wood, back left, and Keith Richards perform at U.S. Bank Stadium.

Review: Without their heartbeat Watts, Rolling Stones stage a good but not great show in Minneapolis

REVIEW: The usually manic Mick Jagger paced himself in a performance at US Bank Stadium that was short on fireworks.

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