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Coffee Break: Summer Shows

by Jill Riley and Nilufer Arsala

May 28, 2025

Born Troy Andrews, Trombone Shorty has released five chart topping studio albums since 2010.
Born Troy Andrews, Trombone Shorty has released five chart topping studio albums since 2010.Jean Frank

There are a TON of shows heading our way this summer! There are so many that it’s almost hard to keep up with… almost. Luckily, you can keep track of all the amazing concerts headed our way with The Current’s Gig List! Today, let’s look ahead and plan our summer and the shows we want to see by suggesting songs from artists coming to town.

From The Current: Big summer concerts: Minnesota outdoor live music guide for 2025

So for today’s 9:30 Coffee Break, what songs from artists with shows in Minnesota this summer would you like to hear?


Respond with your song ideas in the comments below.

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Songs Played

Ben Harper and The Innocent Criminals- Steal My Kisses
Arrested Development- Mr. Wendal
Joan Jett and The Blackhearts- Crimson And Clover
The Shackletons- Front Row Paul
Dashboard Confessional- Screaming Infidelities
Barenaked Ladies- The Old Apartment
Gary Clark Jr.- Grinder