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Musical artist Sheila E. posted on Twitter just how excited she was to be back in Minneapolis for her birthday performance. 

The internationally-famous drummer and songwriter is returning again to the state where 

her dear friend Prince died in April of 2016.

Sheila E. sat down with MPR News host Angela Davis to talk about her return to First Ave and her work.

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Sheila E., known for her percussion work and her collaborations with  Prince as well jazz artists like George Duke, will perform at First Ave on her birthday, Dec. 12.

Sheila E., known for her relationship with Prince and her percussion work with the his band as well jazz artists like George Duke, will perform at First Ave on her birthday, Dec. 12. She spoke to host Angela Davis about her birthday performance.

Iconic drummer and performer Sheila E. is back for her birthday

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