The Mountain Goats returned to the Twin Cities for a delightful night of music and storytelling. Rather than packing First Avenue’s mainroom, John Darnielle and company performed on the other side of the river in Saint Paul’s Palace Theater, which truly elevated the show’s overall atmosphere.  The Mountain Goats – Photography by Dylan Novacek Known for narrative-driven indie folk songs, the group’s latest album is a direct follow-up to their 2002 album, “All Hail West Texas”. The 2023 album “Jenny from Thebes” was prominently featured throughout the 24-song set to a lot of enjoyment from ..read more

Rising alternative act I Don’t Know How But They Found Me (IDKHow) returned to the Twin Cities for their Gloom Division Tour. Supporting their sophomore album of the same name, frontman Dallon Weekes and company filled the Fine Line Music Cafe to capacity.  Following up their excellent 2020 debut, Razzmatazz, and transitioning the project to a solo act, Weekes put in the work to take IDKHow to a whole new level.  Wearing his influences proudly on Gloom Division, listeners are treated to a blend of 70’s meets modern alternative. Partnering with producer Dave Fridmann, known for his w ..read more

Recently, numerous celebrities have shied away from the extravagant partying that comes with life in the spotlight and chosen another path: sobriety. As these individuals shared their own experiences and stories with sobriety from alcohol addiction, drug use, and more, this shift created a positive movement that inspired fans and other celebrities to do the same.  Here are 25 sober celebrities who don’t drink anymore.  1. Adele Image from Shutterstock. In 2021, Adele admitted that she had quit drinking to protect her voice for her comeback album, 30. The death of the English sin ..read more

Mental illness doesn’t discriminate, whether it’s anxiety disorders, eating disorders, substance use disorders, or schizophrenia. Even those in the spotlight who live seemingly charmed lives are not immune to emotional struggles. It’s a good reminder that celebrities, like us, are also human beings beneath the glitz and glamour who have hard times.  Here are 26 celebrities who have mental illness.  1. Bella Hadid Image from Shutterstock Renowned as one of the most iconic supermodels of our era, Bella Hadid claims the first spot on our list of celebrities who have mental illness.  ..read more

Some are lesbians, and some are gay. Some are bisexual, and even more are transgender or queer. Many individuals from the LGBTQ+ community have paved the way in different industries by challenging the social norm and fighting against prejudices around same-sex couples, gay marriage, transgender people, and more. They’ve touched our lives with their music, acting skills, and all-around talent. Let’s explore these courageous people who have made their mark in this list of the 24 most famous gay people of all time.  1. Elton John Image from Shutterstock. Sir Elton John remains a prominent fi ..read more

Without the storms that plagued their Wisconsin performance last summer, Fall Out Boy reigned over a sold-out Target Center on the final stop of their So Much For (2our) Dust Tour, playing a dynamic two-hour set to borderline perfection. Photo by James Perovich After a recording of “The Pink Seashell” played, the lights dropped, and the stardust flew, along with a lot of sparks and fire. The fireworks were especially fitting for the second song, “The Phoenix”, with Pete Wentz’s flamethrowing bass guitar on full display. Photo by James Perovich It did not take long for them to play some iconic ..read more

In preparation for seeing Nur-D playing with the grandeur of the Minnesota Orchestra, memory brought me back to many of his prior shows. I was lucky to witness the intimate SolSta Records performance in 2019, his enthusiastic and special one-on-one pandemic show for Music in Minnesota inside Electric Fetus, and his first appearance at First Avenue. From the tiniest stage to literally the biggest stage at Orchestra Hall, Matt Allen has proven that hard work, positivity, and musical expression can take you places.  Photo by Smouse Nur-D’s progression as an artist was on full display Friday ..read more

Playing their first Minnesota concert, The Last Dinner Party cooked up a passionate performance to an eager all-ages crowd in the First Avenue Mainroom this week, all while delivering a taste of things to come. Photo by James Perovich. The buzzworthy band only played for a little under an hour; unsurprising given their catalog of roughly that duration. Yet their enthusiastic performance put their diverse musical style on full display. Photo by James Perovich. Hailing from the United Kingdom, the five person outfit is fronted by Abigail Morris on vocals, with bandmates Georgia Davies, Lizzie Ma ..read more

He was known as “the quiet Beatle,” often sporting long locks and a mustache. While he was often in the shadow of John Lennon and Paul McCartney, he eventually carved his own path both musically and as a personality, solidifying himself as a household name both as part of the group and as a solo artist. As a result, his wealth and riches were at an all-time high at the time of his premature death. To this day, his estate remains one of the biggest in music. What was George Harrison’s net worth? Find out more about the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame inductee below. Who was George Harrison? George H ..read more

Olivia Wilde and Harry Styles are two big names in the entertainment industry – she’s an iconic actress, and he’s one of the most famous singers and actors today. However, there’s a reason why people associate their names together. For several months, they were an item, but there was quite a bit of drama surrounding their time together.   If you want to learn more about the relationship between Olivia Wilde and Harry Styles, you’re in the right place. Find a place to sit down as we dive into the dating experience of two iconic individuals, from how their relationship started to their ..read more