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Music

‘Anthem to the good times and the bad’: Metallica fans descend on U.S. Bank Stadium

‘Anthem to the good times and the bad’: Metallica fans descend on U.S. Bank Stadium

Young and old donned their black leather, eyeliner and Metallica merch to celebrate a weekend of head-banging concerts that is said to rival Taylor Swift’s glittered 2023 attendance records.
by Anika Besst

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Art Hounds: Contemporary wind music

Art Hounds: Contemporary wind music

From MPR News, Art Hounds are members of the Minnesota arts community who look beyond their own work to highlight what’s exciting in local art.
by Emily Bright

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New book chronicles life of Cornbread Harris, one of Minneapolis‘ most influential musicians

New book chronicles life of Cornbread Harris, one of Minneapolis‘ most influential musicians

“Deeper Blues: The Life, Songs and Salvation of Cornbread Harris” goes inside the 97 year old’s legacy on the Minneapolis sound and music scene.
by Cathy Wurzer and Ellen Finn

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40 years after 'Purple Rain,' Prince’s band remembers how the movie came together

40 years after 'Purple Rain,' Prince’s band remembers how the movie came together

Before social media, the film “Purple Rain” gave audiences a peek into Prince’s musical life. Band members say the true genesis of the title song was much less combative than the version presented in the film.
by Eric Deggans

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