Day two of Rock the Garden began with the threat of rain and storms. Concertgoers arrived as MPR Chief Meteorologist Paul Huttner advised them: “Packing a poncho and wearing a smile.” But then Valerie June took the stage and sang the rain away, after which the day turned into another beautiful day for Rock the…

With our first-ever, two-day Rock the Garden, we knew there would be a lot of outstanding moments to capture, so as great as our staff Photographer Nate Ryan is, we knew we’d have to get some help. So while Nate sought to capture the festival in its entirety from the top of the hill to…

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The ominous clouds rolling overhead aren’t enough to keep the crowds away for the second day of this year’s Rock the Garden (find a full recap of yesterday’s event here), which will feature headliners Spoon and openers Guided by Voices, Dessa, Kurt Vile, and Valerie June. We’re expecting a shower or two this afternoon (keep an…

We couldn’t have asked for a better weather for the first day of this year’s Rock the Garden. With barely a cloud in the sky, it’s a refreshing change of pace from last year’s stormy start to the event—even if we won’t get to party down with anyone in the parking ramp this year, Dan…

Klara and Johanna Söderberg of First Aid Kit augment their magical sibling harmonies with a fuller sound and richer arrangements -- which may not have been possible without their connection to Omaha's Conor Oberst and Mike Mogis.

The Fresh & Onlys - Animal of One

Just like they did yesterday for Matt and Kim, the Rock the Garden crowd danced it out as Guided By Voices roared through their set. A little sun didn’t hurt anyone’s spirits!