Earlier this spring, the powerhouse soul singer Sonny Knight announced that he would be canceling all of his scheduled tour dates so that he could undergo chemotherapy treatment for cancer. It was shocking news for a local community who had become accustomed to seeing Sonny command stages at the Fitzgerald Theater, First Avenue, and the…

When the Jacob Wetterling case was finally solved last year after almost three decades, it refocused the public’s attention and made people want to learn more about one of the most high-profile child abduction cases, not just in Minnesota history, but nationwide. The podcast In the Dark, from our colleagues at APM Reports, told the story — and…

This past October, Minnesota/North Dakota music legend Bobby Vee lost his battle with Alzheimer’s disease. On May 6, Bobby’s sons Tommy and Jeff will honor their father at the Alzheimer’s Association Purple Gala at the Depot in Minneapolis. The brothers will perform with their band, the Killer Vees. Known for hits like “Happy With Him”…

Bobby Kahn is coming off the wildest 10-day period of his life. First, he organized a show with a Detroit DJ who Prince fans only dreamed of booking in Minneapolis. The next weekend, he pulled off a two-night variety show called “The Great Equalizer,” which featured musicians, spoken word artists, and an abundance of dance.…

Jesse Larson, Minnesota native and contestant on The Voice, has advanced as one of the top ten finalists of Season 12. The blues-influenced singer-songwriter will be facing off against the other remaining finalists next Monday during a special two-hour live performance show. While many know that Jesse Larson is a Minnesotan, what they don’t know is just…

It’s official: Friday, May 5 is Suicide Commandos Day in both Minneapolis and St. Paul. “The Suicide Commandos carved a path where there was none before,” writes Minneapolis Mayor Betsy Hodges in her proclamation, which may be the city’s first official mayoral proclamation to cite the Sex Pistols. “The Suicide Commandos helped shape a rock…

It’s hard to believe in 40-degree, late-April weather, but we’re just a few weeks away from summer — and all of the Twin Cities music block parties and festivals that go along with it. As lineups for dozens of events get solidified, the Minneapolis Park and Recreation Board has made its annual “Music and Movies…

Local bands will be playing a benefit concert for UNICEF’s efforts to help Syrian children refugees on Sunday. With a lineup consisting of Fury Things, Murf, Bug Fix, Celica and the United Teachers of Music, the event also features a raffle with prizes from the Twin Cities arts and music scene — such as posters…

“So many cities would kill to have something like this,” said John Munson, standing next to a fermentation tank at Island City Brewing Company. He could have been talking about the beer — which he later praised, onstage with the Twilight Hours — but what he meant was the Mid West Music Fest (MWMF). The…

“Get a lay of the land. Stay hydrated.” “Best way to beat the heat: cold compress laced with an essential oil blend of peppermint and eucalyptus.” “Bring at least one outfit that pushes your limits. A little too sexy. A little too neon. A little too Lycra.” Those are just a few of the responses…