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Chris Riemenschneider
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Chris Riemenschneider @chrisrstrib.bsky.social · 13h
A big two-nighter with Lorde st the Armory, a couple arena shows with Laufey and Mumford & Sons, a Sarah Morris album release and another solo outing by Craig Finn are in this week’s mix for concert picks.
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The Big Gigs: 10 top concerts to see in the Twin Cities this week
Highlights for Oct. 9-15 include Lorde, Laufey, Ziggy Marley, Jonas Brothers, Mickey Guyton, Craig Finn and Mumford & Sons.
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Chris Riemenschneider @chrisrstrib.bsky.social · 5d
Finally some good news for Minnesota beer lovers: Dangerous Man is making a comeback.
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Dangerous Man Brewing is coming back, but with a new owner
The owner of a Lakeville brewery will revive the brand at its Maple Lake production facility, with the founder serving as head brewer.
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Chris Riemenschneider @chrisrstrib.bsky.social · 5d
Twin Cities Swifties gave “The Life of Showgirl” an excited thumbs-up as they streamed it while waiting in line to buy it at midnight.
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Swifties flock to Target stores for midnight ‘Showgirl’ release
Taylor Swift’s new album came out overnight, and some Minnesota fans couldn’t wait to own it.
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Chris Riemenschneider @chrisrstrib.bsky.social · 6d
“Kind of like a movie
Everyone rushes to see
And no one understands it
Sittin' in their seats”

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Minneapolis rockers Replacements targeted for biopic movie
“Stranger Things” star Finn Wolfhard is involved in a newly reported film adaptation of the 2016 book on the band, “Trouble Boys.”
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Chris Riemenschneider @chrisrstrib.bsky.social · 7d
"We would go out on tour for two months, and whether it went well or not, we were always happy to come home to play that final show at First Ave because we knew Conrad would be there to greet us."

RIP Conrad Sverkerson

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First Avenue’s rock-star stage manager Conrad Sverkerson dies at 66
The Twin Cities native “ran a tight ship” at Minneapolis’ legendary nightclub for 37 years and was frequently shouted out by musicians.
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Chris Riemenschneider @chrisrstrib.bsky.social · 8d
Looks like these prices are staying put.
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Chris Riemenschneider @chrisrstrib.bsky.social · 8d
The first K-pop group to headline Lollapalooza, Twice is coming to Grand Casino Arena in April.
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‘Demon Hunters’ K-pop group Twice announces St. Paul date
The nine-woman ensemble from Seoul will play Grand Casino Arena on April 12 after “Takeaway” took off via the animated movie.
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Chris Riemenschneider @chrisrstrib.bsky.social · 8d
One of the best rooftop patios in town and the only brewing taproom near Uptown, LynLake Brewery will close Sunday.
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LynLake Brewery to join list of closed Twin Cities taprooms
Pending construction on Lyndale Avenue and other “headwinds” were cited for its closure Sunday after 11 years.
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Chris Riemenschneider @chrisrstrib.bsky.social · 9d
If you have to ask how Bad Bunny landed the big gig at the big game, you're not paying attention.
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Why Bad Bunny is a good pick for Super Bowl LX’s halftime
The Puerto Rican hip-hop star was announced Sunday for the big gig happening Feb. 6 in New Orleans.
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Chris Riemenschneider @chrisrstrib.bsky.social · 11d
Third time seeing @wolfalicefans.bsky.social and really they keep getting better. Sold-out crowd is way into this.
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Chris Riemenschneider @chrisrstrib.bsky.social · 11d
Keith Urban covered Chapell Roan and New Radicals last night at the X, er, GCA.
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Review: Keith Urban thrills in St. Paul with rock-star moves, guitar and courage
With “Pink Pony Club,” he proved that he’s not your typical country superstar.
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Chris Riemenschneider @chrisrstrib.bsky.social · 12d
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Support The Firehouse Performing Arts Center on GiveMN
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Chris Riemenschneider @chrisrstrib.bsky.social · 12d
The nonprofit venue(s) announced Thursday an emergency fundraising campaign for the month of October to “keep the lights on and the stage alive.”

(Please take this one seriously, folks. I'll link directly to the fundraiser campaign in a reply.)
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Minneapolis music hub Hook & Ladder sounds a financial alarm
The nonprofit venue off East Lake Street launched an emergency fundraising campaign to “keep the lights on and the stage alive.”
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Chris Riemenschneider @chrisrstrib.bsky.social · 12d
You can get a lower-bowl ticket to McCartney's US Bank Stadium for $60-$120 in the flooded resale market. We have the lowest-priced tickets of any city on the tour. It's probably not any magical mystery to explain why.
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Tickets to Paul McCartney’s Minneapolis concert are surprisingly cheap
Seats to his Oct. 17 date at U.S. Bank Stadium cost less than any other city on his tour via resale sites, which now list them starting around $35.
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Brad Lander @bradlander.bsky.social · 13d
I was back at 26 Federal Plaza today, where an ICE agent violently threw this bereft woman to the ground in front of her kids. She had not touched him. She did not pose any threat. She had to be taken to the hospital. (🎥: Elias Eliahu)
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Chris Riemenschneider @chrisrstrib.bsky.social · 14d
After selling out US Bank Stadium last time in town, Eric Church is going back to an arena Feb. 7.

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Eric Church is coming to St. Paul for the first time in February
The acclaimed country singer is downsizing from his last local gig to play Grand Casino Arena on Feb. 7.
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Chris Riemenschneider @chrisrstrib.bsky.social · 14d
The prettiest man in country music, the lesser-known Cyrus family member, the singer from Iron Maiden and the former Colbert show bandleader are among this week's concert highlights.
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The Big Gigs: 10 top concerts to see in the Twin Cities this week
Highlights for Sept. 25-Oct. 1 include Jon Batiste, Bruce Dickinson, Keith Urban, Noah Cyrus, Turnstile and Sombr.
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J. Elvis Weinstein @jelvisweinstein.bsky.social · 16d
I know antifa isn't a real organization because I don't get 40 texts a week from them asking for donations.
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Chris Riemenschneider @chrisrstrib.bsky.social · 16d
After a year off, Target Field is on deck to host another big concert next summer. And it's not Kenny Chesney. MCR played a few stadium shows this past summer an is ready for more.
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My Chemical Romance to play Target Field in Minneapolis
Sleater-Kinney will open for the cult-loved New Jersey rockers at the Minnesota Twins ballpark on Aug. 24.
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Chris Riemenschneider @chrisrstrib.bsky.social · 16d
Too early to plan your boot scootin' boogie? We Fest's 2026 lineup just dropped.
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We Fest 2026 will feature two new headliners, one oldie
Lainey Wilson, Thomas Rhett and a retirement-touting Brooks & Dunn were announced as headliners of next year’s Detroit Lakes campout.
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Star Tribune Going Out @stribgoingout.startribune.com · 17d
Minnesota had to wait 40 years to finally land a Farm Aid concert, but it wound up getting an extraordinary one, says @chrisrstrib.bsky.social and Jon Bream 🎶🌾
11 takeaways our critics harvested at Farm Aid in Minneapolis
The best collaborations, fieriest sets, best lines and newest discoveries at Willie Nelson’s 12-hour fundraiser concert.
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Vince Mpls @vincempls.bsky.social · 18d
Jamecia Bennett kicks off 40th anniversary celebrations for the Dakota Jazz Club on the Nicollet Mall in downtown Minneapolis: "We are Minnesota strong."
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Chris Riemenschneider @chrisrstrib.bsky.social · 18d
Oh hey, forgot to mention we’re blogging all day from Farm Aid. Following along if you aren’t already. Eric Burton and Hesse Welles just played. Waxahatchee is up next.

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Live: Farm Aid 40 kicks off at Huntington Bank Stadium in Minneapolis
Performers include Willie Nelson, Bob Dylan, Neil Young, Margo Price, John Mellencamp, Dave Matthews, Kenny Chesney and Wynonna Judd.
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Chris Riemenschneider @chrisrstrib.bsky.social · 18d
Jesse Welles at his most Dylanesque. Third act of the day. #farmaid40
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Star Tribune Going Out @stribgoingout.startribune.com · 19d
The Dakota is turning 40! What does it take to keep it jazzy all this time? 🎶
What does it take to keep a Minneapolis music club going for decades?
As the Dakota celebrates its 40th anniversary, we examine what makes it, First Avenue and Bunker’s go.
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