The best Twin Cities concert of 2021 was Harry Styles, with feathers on
Old faves Erykah Badu and Bob Dylan also stood out, as did Maren Morris, Billy Strings and Marisha Wallace.
Best albums of 2021 included Olivia Rodrigo, age 18, and Monk Boudreaux, age 80
Top picks for records of the year from our staff critics Chris Riemenschneider and Jon Bream.
11 best new holiday tunes to hear on Spotify's 2021 playlist
Mariah Carey, Michael Buble, Abba and Jimmy Fallon deliver musical Christmas gifts.
Our Friday Best: Dessa, 'All Is Calm,' Twin Cities Catholic Chorale and the Donna Summer musical
Critics' picks for entertainment in the week ahead.
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Performers pivoted and voices rose, sounding notes of optimism on the classical scene
1. "Voices Rising: A Choral Affirmation of Black Lives," June 16: VocalEssence's G. Phillip Shoultz III led singers from 12 Twin Cities choirs in a…
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Bad Plus adds two as the Minnesota-rooted jazz stars return for the holidays
After 21 years, the revered group is no longer a piano trio. It's a quartet — and no piano.
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6 cool things in music this week: Renee Fleming, Pistol Annies, Jose James and JD McPherson
Shout-outs, too, to Charles Lloyd and the Peterson Family at the Dakota.
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Kelly Clarkson, Norah Jones & Pistol Annies deliver noteworthy holiday albums
Clarkson's disc is a standout that somehow manages to be both celebratory and downbeat.
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Our Friday Best: Pentatonix, Holidazzle, 'Longest Night' & a 'Classic Nutcracker'
Critics' picks for entertainment in the week ahead.
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10 signs the Minnesota music scene was alive and well in 2021
Live music's successful re-entry and the many other ways local music made a comeback.
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Jose James makes Christmas chestnuts elegantly old-school and deliciously fresh in Minneapolis concert
His sold-out homecoming holiday shows at the Dakota were warm, intimate and generous.
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Marie Osmond is a little bit opera, too, as she comes to Minnesota for a holiday show
She'll showcase her aria chops Saturday with an orchestra at Mystic Lake Casino.
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Fabien Gabel leads Minnesota Orchestra in an old-school evening with a 'Fantastique' touch
Review: The French conductor is a candidate to succeed Osmo Vänskä.
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From serene to silly, Cantus is in top form for annual Christmas concert
Review: The vocal group launched its multiday tour with an exquisitely curated show.
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With 'Brandenburg Concertos' the SPCO revels in what has become a holiday tradition
The performances combine old-school genius and contemporary instrumental prowess.
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6 cool things in music this week: Lil Nas X, Rick Ross, Steve Jordan and Anderson East
A half-dozen cool things in music, from two points of view:Zeke Salo, 89.3 the Current host:1 Lil Nas X, Jingle Ball. From a fill-in at…
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On a new song, Mary J. Blige looks in the mirror for self-affirmation
Plus: New treats from Grimes and Hurray for the Riff Raff
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Despite a tough year, St. Paul Chamber Orchestra balances its budget
Donors were "the hero in that story," stepping up at a time when the orchestra couldn't sell concert tickets.
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Lil Nas X, Saweetie couldn't out-party Pitbull in Jingle Ball's return to St. Paul
Monday's annual concert with pop station KDWB at Xcel Center also featured Black Eyed Peas and Tai Verdes.
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How sweet it is: Olivia Rodrigo will bring her Sour Tour to Minneapolis on April 14
Verified fan registration begins today while the general sale is set for Friday at Ticketmaster.com
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Foo Fighters' suspended 2022 date in Minneapolis will now touch down at U.S. Bank Stadium
The Aug. 3 gig was bounced from the Gophers' stadium over the band's COVID safety practices, which will be followed on the Vikings' turf.
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New Standards' holiday concert is extra-joyful as the merry gentlemen return from a long break
Review: COVID and then a health-related hiatus by co-leader Chan Poling had threatened to derail the popular all-star shows for a second year.
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Cactus Blossoms announce new album 'One Day' and Turf Club residency for early 2022
The harmonious twangers previewed new songs last week at First Avenue, including "Hey Baby," which premiered online Friday.
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