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Concert Reviews

Phoebe Bridgers’ Past Looks Brighter Than Ever at Grand Casino Arena

Older, wiser, louder, and no, not always sad, the singer-songwriter enraptured a young crowd on her biggest tour yet.

September 18, 2026

Proud Cuck Lily Allen Razzles, Dazzles, and Skewers Her Ex at the Armory

The British pop star performed her latest album, ‘West End Girl,’ in a solo, theatrical setting.

September 18, 2026

My Chemical Romance Carry on Carrying on Their Black Parade at Target Field

With Monday night's theatrical extravaganza, the '00s glam-emo art-rockers demonstrated that nothing ages as well as sincerity.

I Watched Eric Church Perform in St. Paul While ICE Thugs Were Kidnapping My Neighbors

The Nashville outsider rocked for a fiery 2.5 hours, but there are some lines even he won't cross.

February 9, 2026

Bruce Springsteen and Tom Morello Rouse Anti-Fascist Fervor at First Ave

Fists were pumped, tears were cried, and 'fuck' was shouted at the Minneapolis anti-ICE rally we all needed.

January 30, 2026

David Byrne Documents Our Lives During Wartime at the Orpheum

The erstwhile Talking Head's latest pop-art pageant celebrated community, choreography, and connection.

November 7, 2025

At the Palace, Rilo Kiley Reminds Adults What They’ve Lived Through

Touring for the first time since 2008, the reunited band brought fans back to the 2000s, a time it’s hard to be nostalgic for.

September 18, 2025

Lucy Dacus Takes Things at Her Own Pace at the Palace Theatre

At her second show in St. Paul this week, the singer-songwriter praised our 'uniquely good vibes'—and brought her pal Samia up for a duet

Paul Simon May Be Old But He’s Not Dead

The aging voice of the 83-year-old singer changed the meaning of familiar tunes Tuesday night at the Orpheum.

April 23, 2025

Mary J. Blige Demands We Take Her as She Is at the Xcel

'The Queen of Hip-Hop Soul' celebrated her 30-year career—and her special 30-year bond with an audience.

March 17, 2025