Pert' Near Sandstone performs in The Current studio by David Campbell November 13, 2011 the current live performances Pert Near Sandstone perform "Save Me" live on The Local Show on 89.3 The Current. (MPR / Nate Ryan) Play/Pause Listen: Pert' Near Sandstone performs in The Current studio Download MP3 | 00:24:16 Major contributors to the roots-based musical hotbed that is the Twin Cities, Pert' Near Sandstone fuels the flame with their high energy old-timey tunes. The set up is traditional; five guys gathered around one microphone with their respective stringed instruments. The sound is a frenzied string shredding spree that takes audiences under its spell. From traveling the country to being hand picked to appear on A Prairie Home Companion, Pert Near Sandstone gained widespread appeal. Their latest and fifth release is titled "Paradise Hop." Songs performed: "Snake Charmer," "Save Me" and "Okanagan Valley." Related Stories Pert Near Sandstone 4 Photos Pert' Near Sandstone (Nate Ryan / MPR) Pert' Near Sandstone (Nate Ryan / MPR) Pert' Near Sandstone (Nate Ryan / MPR) Pert' Near Sandstone (Pert' Near Sandstone) View 3 more photos Tweet