ReviewsPlains celebrate classic country at First AvenueSofia Haan and Darin Kamnetz • Nov 21, 2022Katie Crutchfield and Jess Williamson performed songs from their joint project, as well as some Waxahatchee tracks, Williamson’s solo work, and surprise covers in Minneapolis.
Album of the WeekAlbum of the Week: "El Bueno Y El Malo"Jade • Nov 21, 2022The Brothers Gutiérrez, Alejandro and Estevan, bring together Western and Latin American sounds on their most recent album, El Bueno Y El Malo.
Album of the WeekAlbum of the Week: Phoenix, "Alpha Zulu"Jade • Nov 14, 2022The pandemic and loss put French band Phoenix into the mindset of joy - celebrating their friendship after decades of playing together and looking ahead to a brighter future on their new album Alpha Zulu.
ReviewsOmar Apollo showcases serious pop aspirations at Palace TheatreJames Schaak and Jessica Fredette • Nov 10, 2022The St. Paul show was also a night for opener Ravyn Lenae to shine.
ReviewsBartees Strange shines wholeheartedly at sold-out Turf ClubMacie Rasmussen and Sara Fish • Nov 8, 2022The St. Paul venue gave way to an intimate performance for the rising star.
ReviewsAmanda Shires soars at sold-out Amsterdam Bar showJoel Swenson and Andy Witchger • Nov 8, 2022Shires brought along country crooner Honey Harper for her Take It Like a Man Tour stop in St. Paul.
ReviewsMagdalena Bay host a playful party for Fine Line debutMacie Rasmussen and Sara Fish • Nov 7, 2022The rising synth-pop stars brought catchy melodies and a special AI guest to Friday’s show in Minneapolis.
ReviewsSmashing Pumpkins' Spirits on Fire tour burns bright with nostalgiaNatalia Mendez and Tony Nelson • Nov 7, 2022Supported by Jane’s Addiction and Poppy, the alt-rock legends delivered a gem at Xcel Energy Center in St. Paul on Friday.
ReviewsNever mind that it's not factual, this Weird Al biopic parody is very, very funnyDavid Bianculli • Nov 3, 2022Weird: The Al Yankovic Story is the most entertaining musical biography satire since Walk Hard: The Dewey Cox Story. Don't expect much truth in the telling here — but do expect some over-the-top fun.
89 DaysBob Dylan riffs and rants in new book dissecting rock 'n' roll historyMichaelangelo Matos • Nov 2, 2022A historical and critical dive into 66 songs by Elvis, the Temptations, and many more, ‘The Philosophy of Modern Song’ is Dylan’s first book in 18 years.