ARTS & ENTERTAINMENT

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1/20/2019, 10:43pm

King Princess rules over her kingdom

By Samir Ferdowsi

With a contagious carefree attitude and guitar riffs reverberating off First Avenue’s iconic walls, King Princess commanded the crowd to have a good time on Thursday night.

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12/12/2018, 11:18pm

You better stay up off the street if you can’t take Paaq’s heat

By Samir Ferdowsi

How many streetwear brands have come out of Minnesota? The answer: probably less than you can count on one hand. For Paaq, a clothing brand started by University of Minnesota students and grads, this brings a fire to their pieces that they hope will ignite a guiding torch for years to come.

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12/12/2018, 11:17pm

Local band Dirt Train adds southern-style rock n’ soul to the great North

By Ksenia Gorinshteyn

In a singer-songwriter dominated environment, Dirt Train infiltrates the Twin Cities music scene with a Motown feel and a rock n’ soul vibe, harkening back to the days of Muscle Shoals music. 

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12/12/2018, 11:12pm

A&E’s top ten of 2018

By Maddy Folstein

2018 was the year of Ariana Grande's chart-toppers "Sweetener" and "thank u, next," blockbuster hits like "Black Panther" and "Incredibles 2," buzzy TV shows like "Killing Eve" and so much more. In other words, it's hard to summarize the year in just ten cultural moments, but we've done our best. 

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12/9/2018, 11:12pm

Review: For this life Travis cannot change / he always lets it bang

By Samir Ferdowsi

On Saturday night, "We want Travis!” chants boomed through Target Center. A roller coaster foreshadowed what was to come, as hip-hop echoed throughout the giant Minneapolis venue.

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12/9/2018, 11:11pm

More than just memes: local artists digging deeper into meme culture

By Liv Martin

Like many 20-somethings, Eric Larson is a member of the generation that grew up with memes. He can barely remember when they started entering his consciousness because for him, it feels like they have been around forever. 

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12/9/2018, 11:11pm

A hit and a miss: Vulfpeck’s “Hill Climber” and Benny Blanco’s “Friends Keep Secrets”

By Liv Martin

The longtime producer and songwriter for pop stars like Katy Perry, Rihanna and Ed Sheeran, released his first album, “Friends Keep Secrets” Dec. 7. 

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12/9/2018, 11:10pm

At Orchestra Hall, it’s in with the new (but keep the old, too)

By Samir Ferdowsi

With a show featuring guest artist Gregory Porter and his rendition of Nat “King” Cole classics, Friday, Nov. 30 marked the unofficial start of Orchestra Hall’s holiday programming.

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12/5/2018, 11:28pm

'Scending 'Sota: rock climbing's rise in the land of 10,000 lakes

By Samir Ferdowsi

Peaks are mounds and valleys are riverbeds. Yet, in a place where skyscrapers in downtown reach as high as one can get, one sport has gripped the population with an unconditional allure: rock climbing.

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12/5/2018, 11:03pm

This week in hip-hop: New Earl Sweatshirt and Lil Baby

By Samir Ferdowsi

The once Ladera, California menace has turned a new disc over in his hip-hop career with his latest project, “Some Rap Songs,” released last Friday.

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12/2/2018, 9:15pm

Cinnamon spice and everything nice: local Christmas market thrives in St. Paul

By Liv Martin

Immediately, the smell of cinnamon flooded visitors’ senses as they walked into the European Christmas Market in downtown St. Paul. Saturday morning, the East Plaza at Union Depot was transformed into a classic German-style holiday market. 

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12/2/2018, 9:15pm

Your holiday season binge watches

By Maddy Folstein

You know the drill: the snow is here, and your desire to go out on the weekend is slowly fading. Why leave the comfort of your bedroom to go to the movies, when some of the best viewing options can be streamed from home? 

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12/2/2018, 9:09pm

Discover “hygge” just in time for winter… and finals

By Liv Martin

The Danish word “hygge” (pronounced hoo-guh) roughly translates into “cozy” in English. But, the word has taken on a lot more meaning than that. 

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12/2/2018, 9:09pm

Trouble Child Mag combines uncertainty and creativity in storytelling

By Ksenia Gorinshteyn

Oftentimes the feeling of uncertainty creeps out from the corner in which it was hiding. It strikes each person differently, adopting different forms as it manifests. 

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11/29/2018, 12:09am

Sustunes brings music charged with meaning to St. Paul campus

By Liv Martin

In lieu of the familiar three R’s, “reduce, reuse, recycle,” this year’s Sustunes has a different take on sustainability: “resilience, rise, revive.” 

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11/29/2018, 12:07am

A&E’s guide to upcoming movie releases

By Maddy Folstein

We’re quickly approaching one of the best seasons for movies. Family-friendly picks for the holidays are showing alongside Oscar-hopeful flicks.

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11/29/2018, 12:07am

Q&A: Ladybrain talks new show, 'Hysteria'

By Liv Martin

Ladybrain made waves this past summer with its first show, “Ladybrain: A Sketch Comedy Revue,” which explored the male gaze and the "Free the Nipple" movement, among other things. 

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11/29/2018, 12:05am

Culture compass: Christmas trees, new museums and Tiny Desk Concerts

By Ksenia Gorinshteyn

With Thanksgiving behind us, Christmas is now in full swing — and the Union Depot has you covered in the early-holiday-spirit department. Their annual tree lighting will be complete with music, fireworks and a screening of “Elf.” There will be snacks for purchase, but make sure to bring your own blankets and folding chairs for an extra level of cozy. While you’re there, you might as well check out the "European Christmas Market" on the East Plaza and get started on those holiday season gifts, too!

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11/25/2018, 10:03pm

Review: Where’s the Minnesota love, Hippo Campus?

By Samir Ferdowsi

On the night of a historic W for the Gophers in Madison, Hippo Campus took an unfortunate L in St. Paul. On night two of the band's residency in St. Paul for their “Bambi” tour, special guest NOW, NOW opened up the show with variable energy. Some songs seemed to connect with the crowd while others just filled up time until the big act.

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11/25/2018, 10:02pm

Warren Thomas Fenzi brings desert sound to Minneapolis tundra

By Ksenia Gorinshteyn

For some, writing songs can be a daunting task. For local singer-songwriter Warren Thomas Fenzi, the process is more like coloring in a coloring book.

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