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Need to see some sunshine ... and hear some great music? A new video from Sky Island
17/06/2024

Need to see some sunshine ... and hear some great music? A new video from Sky Island

In February, Sky Island delighted us with a very Minnesota winter video (Monday Hit). And now they are bringing out the best of summer with their video for Definitely Summer. Picture two guys playi…

Beautiful song coming out June 28 from Josiah Jorgenson
14/06/2024

Beautiful song coming out June 28 from Josiah Jorgenson

Josiah Jorgensen plays thoughtful, soothing music that incorporates the sounds of nature. He has a new release coming out June 28 and he was good enough to tell us more about it. Please tell us mor…

Fun show alert with Burning Peasant at Eagles 34 Events on Friday (June 14)
12/06/2024

Fun show alert with Burning Peasant at Eagles 34 Events on Friday (June 14)

Forget about the rain today with a new song and video Sunset Wheat by Burning Peasant. It’s a dreamy song with a dreamlike psychedelic video with just enough sunshine to take the edge off our…

Reaching over the border to enjoy some ND music from Heather Rae Music
11/06/2024

Reaching over the border to enjoy some ND music from Heather Rae Music

I know we’re Mostly Minnesota but sometimes it’s good to show some love to our neighbors, especially when they sound as good as Heather Rae, who originally hails from Minot ND. Heather is playing t…

Can't wait to see Nolen Sellwood Music at Bryant Lake Bowl & Theater on June 15!
10/06/2024

Can't wait to see Nolen Sellwood Music at Bryant Lake Bowl & Theater on June 15!

Nolen Sellwood is a man of many talents. As if releasing his second album, Cadence to the Flame, wasn’t enough – he’s made the Dean’s list and was named national top 20 arm …

Saw a great show last night
09/06/2024

Saw a great show last night

Last night for Reba Fritz’s birthday we did something a little different. We went to see Echo’s Locations at Resource for improvised music and dance. For me it was an introduction to a new group an…

Two things I love that I never thought of mashing up: music and scrabble. Love this new video from Cheap Bouquet - catch...
08/06/2024

Two things I love that I never thought of mashing up: music and scrabble. Love this new video from Cheap Bouquet - catch them June 27 at Cloudland Theater Events

Oh, I’m a sucker for a video built around Scrabble! I hope you are too. Cheap Bouquet is building their repertoire quickly. This is the second video we have featured. I was surprised to learn their…

A song and a beer coming to you from The Dead Century and Day Block Brewing Company on June 7!
05/06/2024

A song and a beer coming to you from The Dead Century and Day Block Brewing Company on June 7!

We’ve had the honor of sharing (super fun!) videos by The Dead Century in the past. And now we hear the are partnering with Day Block Brewing on a music and beer pairing. The band helped the …

Had such fun on  Kinda Fun and can't wait for
05/06/2024

Had such fun on Kinda Fun and can't wait for

It was a great honor to be interviewed on Some Kinda Fun this week. It is a monthly program on Minnesota music and art and supporters. It’s a nice blend of interviews and live footage of rece…

This new song from Jillian Rae is magic!
31/05/2024

This new song from Jillian Rae is magic!

Jillian Rae is back! Today she is releasing a fantastic new song – Silence. It’s a powerful reminder of what we all felt during the summer of 2020. The Twin Cities was the epicenter of …

Something to make your Fridays even better from Jacob Pavek!!
30/05/2024

Something to make your Fridays even better from Jacob Pavek!!

Jacob Pavek is a rising Minnesotan composer. He’s already been nominated for an Emmy, and he’s got a stream of new music coming out over the next three Fridays. His music will make the …

Plan your weekend now with Davina and The Vagabonds at Ordway Center for the Performing Arts May 31!
29/05/2024

Plan your weekend now with Davina and The Vagabonds at Ordway Center for the Performing Arts May 31!

Davina and The Vagabonds’ new album Shoot for the Moon will be released on May 31 with a special hometown show at St. Paul’s Ordway Center for the Performing Arts. It’s a great album, a…

Need a fun excuse to head to beautiful Northeast Minnesota? Rocky Wall Productions has free, summerlong concert lineup!
25/05/2024

Need a fun excuse to head to beautiful Northeast Minnesota? Rocky Wall Productions has free, summerlong concert lineup!

The Silver Bay Music in the Park is a free live music concert series. They have a fantastic lineup. The surroundings alone are worth the drive. It was fun to catch up with the host for some insider…

Great show coming up with Humbird at the Turf Club on May 31
24/05/2024

Great show coming up with Humbird at the Turf Club on May 31

Humbird’s latest album, Right On, is a gorgeous snapshot of a time and place. It is the perfect soundtrack to showing a visitor around town because to calls out specific locations and catches…

Oh my gosh what a night! Thank you Katy Tessman • author & singer-songwriter, Haley E Rydell, Annie and the Bang Bang, N...
17/05/2024

Oh my gosh what a night! Thank you Katy Tessman • author & singer-songwriter, Haley E Rydell, Annie and the Bang Bang, Nikki Lemire, Samantha Grimes, Kashimana and The Hook and Ladder Theater & Lounge

Last night the Mama Hellcats brought authentic and passionate performances by talented mothers to raise funds and awareness for domestic violence resources at the Hook and Ladder. Performers includ…

Such a beautiful album from Nikki Lemire - shows are selling out see her when you can!
17/05/2024

Such a beautiful album from Nikki Lemire - shows are selling out see her when you can!

Nikki Lemire has played with a host of bands in town and is ready to release her debut solo album, Live at Lakewood Cemetery. Her voice, her harp, the lyrics, the setting are the recipe for a gorge…

Looks like an powerful show happening from Buffalo Gal Productions at Chanhassen Dinner Theatres on June 22 and 23
16/05/2024

Looks like an powerful show happening from Buffalo Gal Productions at Chanhassen Dinner Theatres on June 22 and 23

Want to prepare for better, more purposeful conversations on July 4th? Check out Buffalo Gal’s PROTEST, A Revolutionary Rock Opus on June 22 or 23 at the Chanhassen. The music is powerful, in…

I wanted to make a list of events for me, so I thought I'd share. If you have something you want me to add, please let m...
15/05/2024

I wanted to make a list of events for me, so I thought I'd share. If you have something you want me to add, please let me know!

Who doesn’t love a free music festival out in the sunshine? I thought the following list would help us all find the most fun we can – starting with festival and then regular or series e…

I love this video and song by Nat Harvie. Enjoy and share it with your mom!
14/05/2024

I love this video and song by Nat Harvie. Enjoy and share it with your mom!

Nat Harvie has a new song and video coming out today – Shovel. I’m going to call it a late Mother’s Day gift. If you forgot last weekend, here’s a reason to call your mom. The video stars Nat and N…

Such an amazing weekend Mid West Music Fest (MWMF) - links includes videos of the 26 bands we saw. Thanks for an awesome...
12/05/2024

Such an amazing weekend Mid West Music Fest (MWMF) - links includes videos of the 26 bands we saw. Thanks for an awesome weekend!

Maybe best Midwest Music Fest ever! The weather was perfect, which seems a rarity for the event. The bands were amazing. More on that with the videos below. The bands were the highlight but as anyo…

Super fun debut album from MorningBird - playing Bryant Lake Bowl & Theater May 16!
08/05/2024

Super fun debut album from MorningBird - playing Bryant Lake Bowl & Theater May 16!

Home page of MorningBird, an americana group from Hibbing

I'm working on a list of free, summer, outdoor music festivals or series in the Twin Cities.  Any recommendations?(I can...
07/05/2024

I'm working on a list of free, summer, outdoor music festivals or series in the Twin Cities. Any recommendations?
(I can't track individual shows because I have a day job!)

Something fun by The Jorgensens on Sundays at P.D. Pappy's starting May 19!
02/05/2024

Something fun by The Jorgensens on Sundays at P.D. Pappy's starting May 19!

You have to love a 25 year gig in the music industry. We celebrate the occasion with the performers (The formidable Jorgensens), the host (PD Pappy’s in Stillwater MN) and the happy fans by l…

Fun new video by The Symptones it'll be like a spot of sunshine on this rainy Monday!
29/04/2024

Fun new video by The Symptones it'll be like a spot of sunshine on this rainy Monday!

I love this clever video of Cousin James by The Symptones. It tells a story we can all find relatable. It’s a very chill sound with some fun sonic surprises including something that sounds like a r…

Can't wait to see The Twins of Franklin album release Icehouse MPLS on May 31!
28/04/2024

Can't wait to see The Twins of Franklin album release Icehouse MPLS on May 31!

We were delighted to have the Twins of Franklin in studio to share their upcoming album, This Life, which releases on May 17 with a celebration of the album on May 31 at the Icehouse. The Twins are…

28/04/2024

The Twins of Franklin in studio WMCN 91.7 FM

28/04/2024

Listen in now until 2pm for MN songs about MN places starting with Fast Times in Minnesota by Jeremy Messersmith. Looking forward to the Twins of Franklin in studio performance at 1pm.

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The Twins of Franklin WMCN 91.7 FM jeremy messersmith

We are looking for MN songs about MN places for Sunday's show (noon to 2pm). Got a request or a recommendation for a son...
24/04/2024

We are looking for MN songs about MN places for Sunday's show (noon to 2pm). Got a request or a recommendation for a song with a MN placename? Please send it and we'll add it to the playlist!

Can't wait to hear new music live from James Dankert on May 18 at Schooner Tavern - love this album!
23/04/2024

Can't wait to hear new music live from James Dankert on May 18 at Schooner Tavern - love this album!

Billy Dankert is unveiling a new album (All Eight) on May 18 at the Schooner Tavern. He was kind enough to answer 5 questions about the release and share a video. I can’t wait until everybody…

A great show is coming up May 16 at the The Hook and Ladder Theater & Lounge featuring Annie and the Bang Bang, Katy Tes...
22/04/2024

A great show is coming up May 16 at the The Hook and Ladder Theater & Lounge featuring Annie and the Bang Bang, Katy Tessman • author & singer-songwriter, Kashimana, Nikki Lemire, Samantha Grimes, Haley E Rydell and hosted by Ann Treacy

I’m excited to share information on the Mama Hellcats show, a gig of mamas who rock and care, happening May 16 at the Hook and Ladder. The artists are amazing performers and parents. The even…

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