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This activity is made possible in part by the Minnesota Legacy Amendment’s Arts & Cultural Heritage Fund.

Interview: John Munson chats about Semisonic's new record
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Interview: John Munson chats about Semisonic's new record

Diane • Dec 5, 2023

The band’s longtime bassist discusses their first full-length record in 20-plus years, ‘Little Bit of Sun.’

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Interview: Lady Midnight's pursuit of movement, perspective, and healing
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Interview: Lady Midnight's pursuit of movement, perspective, and healing

Diane • Oct 23, 2023

Known for her pure, soothing voice, and cutting-edge artistry, Lady Midnight worked with acclaimed local hitmakers Night Stone (Lazerbeak and ICETEP) to create her second LP, Pursuit and The Elusive. The electronica/dance record will release on Oct. 27, and Lady Midnight will open for Dessa at First Ave on Nov. 16.

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Interview: Durry invite you to join the Losers Club
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Interview: Durry invite you to join the Losers Club

Diane • Sep 25, 2023

Local Show host Diane spoke to siblings Austin and Taryn Durry about super-duper fans (Banana Boys?), humdrum suburban life, the color yellow, self-ownership, Gen-Z quality control, and more.

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For LGBTQ+ people in Minneapolis punk scene, mass shooting violated safe haven
News and Interviews

For LGBTQ+ people in Minneapolis punk scene, mass shooting violated safe haven

Nicole Ki • Aug 18, 2023

Claire Cobs and jimmy cooper, who were at Nudieland during the fatal shooting, and local punk icons Venus DeMars explain the tight-knit scene’s deep roots and strong LGBTQ+ identity.

Inside Caroline Smith's latest project, Howard's Bar in Stillwater
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Inside Caroline Smith's latest project, Howard's Bar in Stillwater

Diane • Jul 12, 2023

The Your Smith musician and her chef husband Adam To talk to Local Show host Diane about their new restaurant.

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Interview: The Honeydogs reform original lineup for ‘Everything, I Bet You’ vinyl release
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Interview: The Honeydogs reform original lineup for ‘Everything, I Bet You’ vinyl release

Diane • Jun 30, 2023

Adam and Noah Levy chat with Local Show host Diane about The Honeydogs’ iconic local record ‘Everything, I Bet You’ and its upcoming vinyl release and remaster. Originally released in 1996, this songwriter-focused, guitar-forward rock album secured a successful career path in music for each of its original members.

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Interview: Dave King discusses the transformation of The Bad Plus
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Interview: Dave King discusses the transformation of The Bad Plus

Diane • Jun 5, 2023

Local Show host Diane talks with drummer/composer Dave King of The Bad Plus about their latest record and new lineup, featuring tenor sax and electric guitar. They also discuss his many side projects, and The Bad Plus’ upcoming show at First Avenue with Marc Ribot’s Ceramic Dog and Al Sparhawk.

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The Okee Dokee Brothers bring nature to life in new LP 'Brambletown'
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The Okee Dokee Brothers bring nature to life in new LP 'Brambletown'

Diane • Apr 20, 2023

Local Show host Diane chats with Grammy-winning folk duo The Okee Dokee Brothers about their latest all-ages record, Brambletown. The nature-inspired LP comes out just in time for Earth Day.

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Friday Five: Minnesota music videos to help assuage your March Madness
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Friday Five: Minnesota music videos to help assuage your March Madness

Diane • Mar 24, 2023

Five new music videos by Minnesota artists, including Atmosphere, The Scarlet Goodbye, Ber, Beemer, and The Foxgloves.

Christy Costello & Monica LaPlante catch up with Diane
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Christy Costello & Monica LaPlante catch up with Diane

Diane • Mar 15, 2023

Two household names in the Minneapolis punk/indie/underground scene - Christy Costello and Monica LaPlante - talk with Local Show host Diane about their new recordings, as well as their motivations, influences, and experiences in the DIY scene.

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