Recent content from Chris Riemenschneider
A new Dolby-remade version of Prince's 'Purple Rain' will screen nationwide March 5
The hi-def restoration of the movie will play in AMC theaters, including Rosedale and Southdale in the Twin Cities.
The Big Gigs: 10 best concerts in the Twin Cities this week
Highlights for Feb. 20-26 include Justin Timberlake, Kevin Cronin, Pink Sweat$, Sweet Honey in the Rock and Terence Blanchard's opera.
'Old-school saloon keeper' and former Lee's Liquor Lounge owner Louie Sirian dies
The longtime Minneapolis bar owner died Saturday at 88, 10 years after selling the venue he helped make into a live music hub.
NYC's reopened Hotel Chelsea, seen in 'A Complete Unknown,' lives up to rock 'n' roll lore
My teenage daughter wanted to stay in the storied Manhattan hotel after reading about it in Patti Smith's memoir.
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Minnesota rocker Brian Setzer sidelined by autoimmune disease: 'I can't play guitar'
He's being treated at the Mayo Clinic and vowed to return to performing.
Hear a song from Midwest music bard Bon Iver's first album in six years
A new music video filmed by HBO's John Wilson sets the tone for the Wisconsin Grammy winner's 'Sable, Fable,' due out April 11.
Red-hot twangers Crockett and Ferrell add to Surly Brewing's bustling 2025 concert series
The Texas countryman's show on sale Friday brings the number of shows there to seven and counting.
Basilica Block Party has been called off again for 2025, but not for good
The two-day musical fundraiser relocated to Boom Island Park in 2024 with Counting Crows headlining.
The Big Gigs: 10 best concerts to see in the Twin Cities this week
Highlights for Feb. 13-19 include Taylor Dayne, Cecile McLorin Salvant, Mary Bue, Benjamin Booker and Cymande.
Def Leppard leaving stadiums to play Minnesota State Fair in 2025
Joe Elliott and his crew will return to the grandstand on Aug. 26, their first time there since 2015.
Two Minneapolis bands announce new vinyl LP sets for Record Store Day 2025
Fans can pick up collectible editions of the Replacements' "Tim" and Jayhawks' "Blue Earth" on April 12.
Review: Let's hope Kendrick Lamar's halftime show was a preview of his Minneapolis gig
The rap superstar's Super Bowl guests included SZA, who's booked with him at U.S. Bank Stadium on April 19.
The Big Gigs: 10 best concerts to see in the Twin Cities this week
Highlights for Feb. 6-12 include Parker McCollum, Toro y Moi, Guy Davis, God Bullies, Wallows, Baynk and Travis.
Review: Tyler, the Creator kicks off 'Chromakopia' tour in St. Paul in dramatic fashion
The Los Angeles rap star found a fun way to balance his old faves with more introspective new tunes.
Sold out? Minnesota Yacht Club festival reports high demand for three-day passes.
Lots of higher-priced tickets are still available.
Christy Costello, Kiernan, Dalmatian Club are among First Ave's Best New Bands of 2024
Friday's marathon also features Room3, Porch Light and Ojibwe-rooted experimental trio Bizhiki.
The Big Gigs: 10 best concerts to see in the Twin Cities this week
Highlights for Jan. 30-Feb. 5 include Lauren Mayberry, David Gray, Guster, Best New Bands of 2024 and Tyler, the Creator.
Who's playing at Yacht Music Club festival in St. Paul
The July 18-20 rock fest on St. Paul's Harriet Island also will feature Sheryl Crow, Alabama Shakes and Weezer.
From Ethiopia to First Ave, rapper Mati leads Best New Bands lineup
The proud immigrant's son had a following on YouTube well before he released his two buzz-making EPs.
Katy Perry's eras-centric Lifetimes Tour coming to Target Center in May
The May 13 show follows a seven-year gap in which the "Firework" singer became a mom and an "American Idol" judge.
Ahoy, festivalgoers: Minnesota Yacht Club to announce 2025 lineup Tuesday
Organizers already confirmed an added third day for the St. Paul fest's second year, and now come the artists.
Bob Dylan returning to Mankato in April for his first Minnesota concert in six years
Despite greater interest in his concerts thanks to the new biopic, he's choosing to play smaller cities this spring.
'Safe space' music venue Auntie's still being planned, five years after $68K campaign
With questions from supporters growing, co-organizer Sophia Eris said the space is still being worked on for a 2026 opening.
Review: Why the Current still matters in its 20th year — even if radio doesn't
Minnesota Public Radio's adventurous rock station has stuck to its mission of fostering new artists and countering staid commercial FM stations.
Nine Inch Nails will hammer Minnesota fans for the first time in 12 years in August
Trent Reznor is due back at Xcel Center on the Peel It Back Tour after focusing on film and TV scoring in recent years.
The Big Gigs: 10 best concerts to see in the Twin Cities this week
Highlights for Jan. 23-29 include Kelsea Ballerini, Kerry King, Leftover Salmon, Urban Hillbilly Quartet and the Current's 20th birthday parties.
Popular Hopkins record shop owner Rob Sheeley of Mill City Sound, 69, dies
He opened his top-ranked Mainstreet store after retiring from audio/visual businesses.
Iowa's Hinterland music fest will go big in 2025 with Lana Del Rey and Tyler, the Creator
The three-day campout near Des Moines is expanding in size and catering more to youth this year.
The Upper Midwest's biggest metal fest confirms returning headliners for 2025
Rob Zombie, Five Finger Death Punch and Marilyn Manson top the lineup for the July 16-19 campout in Cadott, Wis.
The Big Gigs: 10 best concerts to see in the Twin Cities this week
Highlights for Jan. 16-22 include Joy Oladokun, Jontavious Willis, Jamie xx, Myles Kennedy, the Headhunters, Lissie and Jukebox the Ghost.
Was Bob Dylan a completely unknown writer at the U's Minnesota Daily?
A newly resurfaced ad from 1971 is believed to show the then-Robert Zimmerman typing away in Murphy Hall a decade earlier.
Two renowned Minnesota rock expats announce new solo albums for 2025
Bob Mould of Hüsker Dü fame and the Jayhawks' Gary Louris will release records this spring, with gigs to follow.
The Big Gigs: 10 best concerts to see in the Twin Cities this week
Highlights for Jan. 9-15 include Robert Glasper, Ber, Zeitgeist, G. Love & Special Sauce and Big Head Todd & the Monsters.
Minnesota punk rock hero Beej Chaney of the Suburbs, 67, dies while swimming in the Pacific Ocean
The band's original co-leader was known for his wild antics onstage and later owned a legendary Malibu recording studio.
Trampled by Turtles' Duluth Bayfront gig will bump up with July 4 festivities in 2025
A harborside tradition that now draws fans from all over, the homecoming concert lands on July 5 this year.
What were the top Minnesota albums of 2024? Our critic lists his 10 favorites.
Top-name producers aided Scrunchies, the Shackletons and Charlie Parr in this year's efforts, but the rest did fine on their own.
What were the top albums of 2024? Our critics list their favorites.
Beyoncé, Sturgill Simpson, Jack White, Billie Eilish, Sabrina Carpenter and Charli XCX make the lists.
The Big Gigs: 10 best concerts to see in the Twin Cities in the next two weeks
Highlights for Dec. 26-Jan. 8 include Lamont Cranston, Soul Asylum, the Bad Plus and New Year's Eve shows.
5 new Twin Cities breweries to try over winter break
Taprooms such as Brühaven in Minneapolis and Trove in Burnsville emphasize quality and diversity to counter closures within the industry.
What were the best concerts you saw in 2024? Our critics name their top 20.
Sturgill Simpson, Billie Eilish and the Twin Cities' boldest new festival were among our favorite live music offerings this year.
Artist of the Year 2024 honorable mentions: Charlie Parr and Mathew Janczewski
These two outstanding artists continue to leave indelible marks in the fields of music and dance.
Replacements guitarist and Minnesota music hero Slim Dunlap dies after long illness
A fill-in Replacement, the guitarist's own songs garnered acclaim from the likes of Bruce Springsteen.
The Big Gigs: 10 best concerts to see in the Twin Cities this week
Highlights for Dec. 19-25 include Alicia Witt, the Steeles, the Jayhawks, the Bad Plus, Chapel Hart, Trailer Trash and Rachael & Vilray.
What were the top sellers of 2024 at Minneapolis' favorite record store?
Chappell Roan, Charli XCX and other young pop stars sold well this year at the Electric Fetus alongside former customer Prince.
Eau Claire's Blue Ox Music Festival to welcome some red-hot twangers in 2025
Greensky Bluegrass, Orville Peck, Margo Price and Hurray for the Riff Raff are on the bill for the June 26-28 campout.
Review: Wilco nerds out but still rocks out in deep-diving, three-night St. Paul run
Minnesota fans were treated to 95 songs total as the Chicago rockers adhered to a no-repeat rule all weekend at the Palace Theatre.
Night 1 puts Wilco on track to play 90-plus songs in three-night St. Paul run
Friday's concert left plenty of popular tunes on the table for the rest of the band's no-repeat weekend at the Palace Theatre.
The Big Gigs: 10 best concerts to see in the Twin Cities this week
Highlights for Dec. 12-18 include Wilco, Los Lobos, Tower of Power, Jose James, Brother Ali and Tina Schlieske's VaJamma Party.
Minnesota State Fair announces '90s pair for its first grandstand concert for 2025
Melissa Etheridge and the Indigo Girls are pairing up on the Yes We Are Tour, and due at the fair Aug. 24.
Go figure: Drinking song tops Minneapolis' Spotify Wrapped list for 2024
Shaboozey's "A Bar Song (Tipsy)" was even more popular here than around the country, and so was a tune by another newcomer.
The Big Gigs: 10 best concerts to see in the Twin Cities this week
Highlights for Dec. 5-11 include the New Standards, Girl in Red, Dillinger Four, Leo Kottke, Meshell Ndegeocello and Curtiss A's 45th annual John Lennon tribute.
Kendrick Lamar and SZA to tackle U.S. Bank Stadium together in April
The hip-hop duo will start their 19-city tour in Minneapolis, the second tour-opening date announced at the venue this week.
Globe-trotting Minneapolis singer Ondara settles at home for December residency
"It's really about hanging out with people since I haven't been around," the reclusive-of-late songwriter said of his gigs at Icehouse.
AC/DC to open U.S. tour in Minneapolis in April
Angus Young and Brian Johnson returned to the road in Europe in 2024 after an eight-year absence.
The Big Gigs: 10 best concerts to see in the Twin Cities this week
Highlights for Nov. 28-Dec. 4 include Cyndi Lauper, Ondara, Annie Humphrey, Guante & Big Cats, Allman Betts Family Revival and Minnesota Orchestra's "Back to the Future."
Charli XCX announces April concert in Minneapolis
The British dance-pop star skipped Minnesota in 2024 but is coming back around to play Target Center on April 26.
Citywide census confirms it: Minneapolis musicians are underpaid and unhappy
An unveiling of Minneapolis Music Census data spotlighted shortages in pay and youth compared with other cities.
The Big Gigs: 10 best concerts to see in the Twin Cities this week
Highlights for Nov. 21-27 include Eric Benét, Joe Bonamassa, Tommy Stinson, Cory Wong, Allie X, Ike Reilly and Laamar.
Post Malone and Jelly Roll to team up on 2025 stadium tour coming to Minneapolis in May
The May 20 date at U.S. Bank Stadium follows Post's crossover into country music with "I Had Some Help."
Tyler Childers' 2025 tour will include Target Center and Alpine Valley stops
The unlikely Kentucky country music star will return to Minneapolis on April 9 and keep rolling into summer.
Jack White to play two more Twin Cities gigs in April, this time with more room (and notice)
The ex-White Stripes leader will hit the Palace Theatre on April 7 and 8, following last month's surprise set at First Avenue.
New KQRS host Steve Gorman is pumped to join another Minnesota institution: Golden Smog
Tom Barnard's replacement has settled into his new Minneapolis surroundings and reconnected with musician friends from his hard-touring days as the Black Crowes' drummer.
Two of three Minnesota singers make it past knockout round on NBC's 'The Voice'
Minneapolis singers Cameron Wright and Adam Bohanan both move on to the playoffs, but not Minnetonka's Frankie Torres.
The Big Gigs: 10 best concerts to see in the Twin Cities this week
Highlights for Nov. 14-20 include Tinashe, Low Cut Connie, Chief Keef, Swamp Dogg, Amythyst Kiah, King Pari, Golden Smog and Judy Carmichael.
Pivotal moments in Minneapolis music live on screen in two Sound Unseen film fest entries
Found footage of Devo, the Replacements and Hüsker Dü comes to life again in the movies "M-80″ and "7 Nights in the Entry."
Review: Billie Eilish's soft side still hits hard in first of two St. Paul in-the-round shows
The 22-year-old pop phenom hit on adolescent woes and the election results at Xcel Energy Center on Sunday.
The Big Gigs: 10 best concerts to see in the Twin Cities this week
Highlights for Nov. 7-13 include Billie Eilish, Happy Apple, Ana Gabriel, Ashley Cooke, Oak Ridge Boys and Little Big Town with Sugarland.
Review: Nathaniel Rateliff's Night Sweats remain hot after a steady 10-year ascent
The Colorado soul rockers didn't lose their soulful verve Saturday in their first local arena gig at Xcel Energy Center.
Ike Reilly honors 'warmth and strength' of Minneapolis ahead of annual First Ave gig
The Illinois rocker debuted his new ode to the Twin Cities, "At Least Another Day," at last year's Thanksgiving Eve show.
Did you miss Jack White's First Ave blowout? Hear a playback of it this weekend
The Current will broadcast a recording of the Minneapolis stop on the No Name Tour at 7 p.m. Saturday.
The Big Gigs: 10 best concerts to see in the Twin Cities this week
Highlights from Oct. 31-Nov. 6 include Usher, Dasha, Nathaniel Rateliff, Brad Paisley, Nick Lowe, Okean Elzy and Halloween shows.
Review: Irish rockers Inhaler make a killer impression beyond U2 family connection
Singer Elijah Hewson and his hard-working band didn't work too hard to avoid the obvious comparisons at the Fillmore.
Tyler, the Creator will kick off his 2025 tour in Minnesota in February
The Los Angeles hip-hop star listed Xcel Energy Center as the first stop on his Chromakopia Tour.
A 'like letter' to the Cabooze, as Minneapolis' old workhorse venue reopens at 50
Never too hip and always open to a wide range of music, the rugged West Bank rock club could prove valuable again.
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