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May 14, 2025

The 15th annual Duluth Dylan Fest features nightly Bob-centric music, historic landmark visits, and a lecture series drawing fans from all over the world. From May 18 to May 25, a wide range of events are scheduled around Dylan’s May 24 birthday and serve as a launchpad to explore his deep Minnesota roots.

Duluth celebrates Bob Dylan’s birthday with week-long music festival

Duluth celebrates Bob Dylan’s birthday with week-long music festival

Mark Nicklawske • May 14, 2025

The 15th annual Duluth Dylan Fest features nightly Bob-centric music, historic landmark visits, and a lecture series drawing fans from all over the world. From May 18 to May 25, a wide range of events are scheduled around Dylan’s May 24 birthday and serve as a launchpad to explore his deep Minnesota roots.

May 14 in Music History: Happy birthday, David Byrne

May 14 in Music History: Happy birthday, David Byrne

May 14, 2025

Dan Auerbach was born; Bo Diddley released his debut single; John Lennon and Paul McCartney appeared on NBC's 'The Tonight Show'; Brian Eno first heard Talking Heads; and B.B. King passed away, Today in Music History.

Where and when to catch live music during Art-A-Whirl 2025

Where and when to catch live music during Art-A-Whirl 2025

John Kueppers • May 13, 2025

The iconic and cherished Art-A-Whirl weekend is back Friday, May 16, to Sunday, May 18, for its 30th year. Here are some live music highlights to check out all weekend long.

May 13 in Music History: Happy birthday, Stevie Wonder

May 13 in Music History: Happy birthday, Stevie Wonder

May 13, 2025

The Supremes scored their tenth chart-topping single; Led Zeppelin made their Hawaii debut; Yvonne Elliman had a hit from Saturday Night Fever; Elvis first appeared in Minnesota; and Stevie Wonder was born, today in music history.

Photos: Live highlights from Mid West Music Fest 2025

Photos: Live highlights from Mid West Music Fest 2025

Juliet Farmer • May 12, 2025

The 2025 Mid West Music Fest took over four venues across Winona, Minnesota, on Friday, May 9, and Saturday, May 10. The lineup of primarily local acts included Charlie Parr, Charlieboy, Gully Boys, Humbird, Kiss the Tiger, and many more.

Photos: Lucius bring stylish show to St. Paul

Photos: Lucius bring stylish show to St. Paul

Laura Buhman • May 12, 2025

Led by vocalists Jess Wolfe and Holly Laessig, alt-rock group brought The Gold Rush Tour to the Palace Theatre in St. Paul on Friday, May 9. Victoria Canal was the opening act.

Photos: Allison Russell puts on mesmerizing First Avenue performance

Photos: Allison Russell puts on mesmerizing First Avenue performance

Tony Nelson • May 12, 2025

The Canadian singer-songwriter’s All Returners Tour stopped at First Avenue in Minneapolis on Friday, May 9. The show featured opener Kara Jackson.

May 12 in Music History: Remembering Ian Dury on his birthday

May 12 in Music History: Remembering Ian Dury on his birthday

May 12, 2025

The Everly Brothers had a big hit; the Beach Boys' concert album hit No. 1; Lionel Richie said “Hello” to the No. 1 spot in the singles charts; Burt Bacharach was born; and the great Ian McLagen passed away, today in music history.

Beth Gibbons: Tiny Desk Concert

Lars Gotrich • May 12, 2025

There's an invitation in these songs, largely pulled from her 2024 release Lives Outgrown, to bear witness to Gibbons' own tragedy and transformation.

May 11 in Music History: Remembering Bob Marley

May 11 in Music History: Remembering Bob Marley

May 11, 2025

Roger Miller sang about trailers for sale or rent; concert highlights from Woodstock became a triple album; Elvis and Led Zeppelin spent some quality time together; and Bob Marley passed away, today in music history.

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