The Local Show®Interview: John Munson chats about Semisonic's new recordDiane • Dec 5, 2023The band’s longtime bassist discusses their first full-length record in 20-plus years, ‘Little Bit of Sun.’
The Local Show®Interview: Lady Midnight's pursuit of movement, perspective, and healingDiane • Oct 23, 2023Known for her pure, soothing voice, and cutting-edge artistry, Lady Midnight worked with acclaimed local hitmakers Night Stone (Lazerbeak and ICETEP) to create her second LP, Pursuit and The Elusive. The electronica/dance record will release on Oct. 27, and Lady Midnight will open for Dessa at First Ave on Nov. 16.
The Local Show®Interview: Durry invite you to join the Losers ClubDiane • Sep 25, 2023Local Show host Diane spoke to siblings Austin and Taryn Durry about super-duper fans (Banana Boys?), humdrum suburban life, the color yellow, self-ownership, Gen-Z quality control, and more.
News and InterviewsFor LGBTQ+ people in Minneapolis punk scene, mass shooting violated safe havenNicole Ki • Aug 18, 2023Claire Cobs and jimmy cooper, who were at Nudieland during the fatal shooting, and local punk icons Venus DeMars explain the tight-knit scene’s deep roots and strong LGBTQ+ identity.
The Local Show®Inside Caroline Smith's latest project, Howard's Bar in StillwaterDiane • Jul 12, 2023The Your Smith musician and her chef husband Adam To talk to Local Show host Diane about their new restaurant.
The Local Show®Interview: The Honeydogs reform original lineup for ‘Everything, I Bet You’ vinyl releaseDiane • Jun 30, 2023Adam and Noah Levy chat with Local Show host Diane about The Honeydogs’ iconic local record ‘Everything, I Bet You’ and its upcoming vinyl release and remaster. Originally released in 1996, this songwriter-focused, guitar-forward rock album secured a successful career path in music for each of its original members.
Local Current BlogInterview: Dave King discusses the transformation of The Bad PlusDiane • Jun 5, 2023Local Show host Diane talks with drummer/composer Dave King of The Bad Plus about their latest record and new lineup, featuring tenor sax and electric guitar. They also discuss his many side projects, and The Bad Plus’ upcoming show at First Avenue with Marc Ribot’s Ceramic Dog and Al Sparhawk.
The Local Show®The Okee Dokee Brothers bring nature to life in new LP 'Brambletown'Diane • Apr 20, 2023Local Show host Diane chats with Grammy-winning folk duo The Okee Dokee Brothers about their latest all-ages record, Brambletown. The nature-inspired LP comes out just in time for Earth Day.
Local Current BlogFriday Five: Minnesota music videos to help assuage your March MadnessDiane • Mar 24, 2023Five new music videos by Minnesota artists, including Atmosphere, The Scarlet Goodbye, Ber, Beemer, and The Foxgloves.
The Local Show®Christy Costello & Monica LaPlante catch up with DianeDiane • Mar 15, 2023Two household names in the Minneapolis punk/indie/underground scene - Christy Costello and Monica LaPlante - talk with Local Show host Diane about their new recordings, as well as their motivations, influences, and experiences in the DIY scene.
