Author patrick dunn

Treasure Island Resort and Casino presents Snoop Dogg. I don’t care if it’s Pop, Country or Hardcore Rap – music brings people together! That certainly was the case Friday night (4/26) as Treasure...

A common perception may be that gaining exposure on a nationally televised singing competition should set you on a simple path forward to a successful career in music. In truth, only a handful of the many...

First Avenue presents Tori Kelly. Tori Kelly may be considered a relatively new name in pop music, but she has been actively pursuing singing opportunities for much of her life. Currently out on The...

After postponing his fall North America Electric Light tour last year, British pop-rocker James Bay proved to be worth waiting for Wednesday night (3/20) at the State Theatre in Minneapolis. Sticking to...

It had been 5 years to the day since Country a capella band Home Free won NBC’s nationally televised music competition “The Sing-Off” in 2013. Beatboxer, Adam Rupp is a co-founding member and still with...

Ingrid Michaelson Trio live at the Fitzgerald Theater. Each year I depend on music to break me free from Grinch like tendencies and to restore some much needed Holiday spirit. I found the perfect cure and...

Cedar Cultural Center presents Eric Johnson Eric Johnson Still Communicating “Ah Via Musicom” Instrumental guitar music has a loyal following, but only a handful of artists are lucky enough to have their...

MN State Fair Grandstand Opening Night with Niall Horan and Maren Morris photo gallery by Patrick...

VAN’S WARPED TOUR – FAREWELL BUT NOT GOODBYE Being a music fan, it seems like I’ve known about Van’s Warped Tour for as long as I’ve been going to concerts. Considering this alternative rock...

Pairing two established bands for a co-headlining tour can be an exciting offering for fans. The tricky part is matching up acts that complement each other musically plus have good chemistry. Hard...