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Category Archives: MNmusic
Live! Tonight! Sold Out!!
One of the best annual shows in Minneapolis is starting tonight – The Current‘s Birthday Party. Celebrating 8 years on the air, the Current likes to get a group of Minnesota artists on the stage for this event, and I … Continue reading
Minnesota Music Monday: 4onthefloor
I could not have been more thrilled when The Current announced that 4onthefloor would be playing at their 8th birthday party later this month. They have long been on my must-see list for Minneapolis bands simply because they rock. Word … Continue reading
Live! Tonight! Sold Out!!
Part III. Doomtree overload. So yes, two sold out shows is nice. But three? This is an epic end to an epic year that saw Doomtree lauded in Rolling Stone magazine. But today we’d like to spotlight rapper P.O.S.. P.O.S. … Continue reading
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Live! Tonight! Sold Out!!
Did we not say the 8th Doomtree Blowout was going to be epic? One concert in and of itself is not necessarily epic. But two sold out shows in a row? That’s pretty epic. As I enjoy another night … Continue reading
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Live! Tonight! Sold Out!!
It’s that magical time of year again. It’s so magical, in fact, that today has been proclaimed “Doomtree Day” in the city of Minneapolis. That’s right. Time for the annual Doomtree Blowout, starring what is arguably Minneapolis’s favorite hip hop … Continue reading
Minnesota Music Monday: The Chalice
Back last summer, on a sultry evening, 89.3 The Current hosted a free show featuring up-and-coming local artists, which I was all to happy to attend. I was most excited to see singer-songwriter Chastity Brown (soon to be featured) but … Continue reading
Minnesota Music On A Stick Forever!
Yesterday was MPR Day at the Minnesota State Fair, and due to a cruise trip with Garrison Keillor, the Current was able to host a concert at the grandstand, a concert which your two humble bloggers attended. With OB&B favorites … Continue reading
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Minnesota Music Weekend Begins
Saturday, May 19 marks 98.3 The Current’s annual Minnesota Music Day. While you should definitely check out The Current’s website for details, we plan to profile some of our favorite Minnesota music right along with our favorite radio station. I’m a … Continue reading
Minnesota Music Monday: Eyedea and Abilities
While reading a biography on Eminem last week, I was astounded to find a quick mention of this week’s featured artist, Eyedea (Michael Larsen). The book mentioned him as an up and coming artist who drew comparisons to Eminem, not … Continue reading
Happy Trampled By Turtles Day!
That’s right. I’m not the only one going on and on about Trampled By Turtles: Duluth’s Trampled by Turtles have long since captured the undying affections of Twin Cities music fans, as evidenced by their extremely sold-out show tonight at … Continue reading
Minnesota Music Monday: The Jets
This week for Minnesota Music Monday, I’m cranking up the Wayback Machine to the 80s and the musical stylings of The Jets. A band composed of siblings from the Twin Cities, they were not only my first concert, they also … Continue reading
Live! Tonight! Sold Out!!
It’s been at least two months since I’ve seen Sims in concert, and in my opinion that’s far too long of a time. Luckily I’ll get another chance to see him live tonight. If you haven’t given Sims a listen, … Continue reading
Minnesota Music Monday: Trampled By Turtles
One Minnesota band that has quickly become one of my favorites in the last couple years is Duluth’s Trampled By Turtles. Most people wouldn’t think of Minnesota when they think of a great bluegrass band, but perhaps this song would … Continue reading
Minnesota Music Monday: Dan Wilson
Unless you’re a Minnesota music buff, you might not easily place Dan Wilson in the musical universe, but I’m certain anyone reading this blog is more familiar with his work than they realize. Dan first started in a Minneapolis indie … Continue reading
Minnesota Music Monday: Doomtree
I know I’ve featured Sims and I’ve played the heck outta Dessa, but they both belong to a larger collective of hip-hop artists known as Doomtree, which is also the name of their label. It just so happens that Doomtree … Continue reading
Minnesota Music Monday
Minneapolis is absolutely buzzing about this week’s featured band: Polica. They’ve burst onto the scene and have quickly become the must see band in town. I was privileged enough to see them on January 28th for The Current’s birthday party, … Continue reading
Minnesota Music Monday
Back when I first thought of these Minnesota Music Monday posts, the first band I had in mind to feature was Babes In Toyland, but I’ve held off until now. In their hay day, Babes In Toyland were the riot … Continue reading
Minnesota Music Monday
I know. I’ve featured Sims on more than a few occasions, but that was last year. In addition, with the Iowa caucuses tomorrow, I couldn’t help but think of a couple of political songs. First up, Sims live with my … Continue reading
Live! Tonight! Sold Out!!
Once again, thanks to my lucky dialing finger, I have won some concert tickets from the wonderful people at The Current. This time, I’m thrilled to be seeing Mason Jennings – an artist I’ve featured in a Minnesota Music Monday … Continue reading
Minnesota Music Monday
While it may be a day late, I couldn’t think of a better way to feature this week’s Minnesota artist than with one of the most beloved Christmas songs of all time. And while she may be associated more with … Continue reading
Minnesota Music Monday
It’s been a little while since I’ve featured a great Minnesota artist and I can’t think of a better way to get back in the groove than this week’s artist – Brother Ali. This first song was recorded in The … Continue reading
Minnesota Music Monday
Minneapolis is such a great music city that artists actually move here to jump-start their careers. One such artist is this week’s featured musician: Mason Jennings. With a real folk-rock feeling to his music, he’s quickly shot to the top … Continue reading
Minnesota Music Monday
One of the great things about the Minnesota music scene is the wide variety of styles our musicians have. From folk to hip-hop to funk and beyond, there is something for everyone. And definitely on the “beyond” side is a … Continue reading
Minnesota Music Monday
I’ll admit it. I’m by no means an expert on Minnesota music, but I do have a secret weapon: The Current from Minnesota Public Radio. They have not only introduced me to new Minnesota artists, but also a number of … Continue reading
Minnesota Music Monday
As a native Minnesotan, I’ve made it a point at OB&B to showcase the incredible diversity of music that originated right here in the Land of 10,000 Lakes, although recently I was thinking of ways I could highlight Minnesota music … Continue reading
