Music Posts

Trampled by Turtles – “Alone”

Apr 10, 2012 12 Comments

The new Trampled by Turtles video premiered on the Country Music Channel. This was really a pleasure to see, both as a Duluthophile and a music lover. Our boys just keep getting bigger (and better). “World Premiere” music videos surely don’t have the same appointment television mystique that they did back in the early 80s on MTV, but still. This is cool.

Dave Simonett’s MN tattoo and various Duluth scenes and landscapes all have uncredited cameos. Feel free to do the “Where in Duluth?” game on them. I could only figure out a couple on my own.


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Duluth SoundCloud Sampler

Apr 10, 2012 1 Comment

What locally relevant new songs on SoundCloud are you liking? Here are a few finds.

Bull Feathers — “Shake” (Cougar Conley and the Virgin Marcus!)

Haroula Rose — “Duluth” (Mason Jennings cover)

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The Fractals – “Car Farmer”

Apr 07, 2012 1 Comment

Live on the PlayList, April 5.


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Zoo Animal on the Local on KUMD

Apr 07, 2012 No Comments

Zoo Animal was on the Local this past Wednesday, performing some tunes and talking with DJ E about preparing for their performance providing the score for The Passion of Joan of Arc at Zinema 2 (second show is tonight at 7). Listen to the podcast here.


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So it begins … again

Apr 06, 2012 11 Comments

The Homegrown Field Guide arrived today! They will be distributed over the next week to all of your favorite venues and local businesses. An online copy will be available shortly.


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Why can’t this happen at Bayfront?

Apr 06, 2012 5 Comments

New St. Paul fest starting out big

Two bands that have packed Xcel Energy Center in the past will stretch out on St. Paul’s Harriet Island this summer as headliners for the River’s Edge Music Festival, an inaugural two-day event whose organizers hope will draw 40,000 people daily.

Arty metal kings Tool and bohemian jazz-rockers the Dave Matthews Band — mainstays of the summer concert circuit — will top out the June 23 and 24 lineups, respectively. Some of the other 30 or so (mostly rock) acts assembled by concert promoter Live Nation include the Flaming Lips, Mutemath, Coheed and Cambria, Brand New, Diplo, Scissor Sisters and local bands Poliça and Motion City Soundtrack.


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Homegrown Rawk and/or Roll: Sparhawk’s Mix

Apr 03, 2012 7 Comments

It’s available now on Bandcamp, and you can name your price.

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Duluth Piano Restoration

Apr 02, 2012 2 Comments

Has anyone had an antique piano restored in the Duluth area? I am looking to have a 1907 upright restored and thus far have an estimate from Master Piano. It seems to me it would be worth getting more than one estimate for such an extensive and costly undertaking. I understand Streblow is another option. I am wondering if there are any additional companies to consider or if anyone has any experience working with either of these companies.


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Coyote CD Project on Kickstarter

Apr 02, 2012 1 Comment

Coyote is hard at work on a new album. Our goal is to record our latest batch of original tunes before Marc hits the road in June. We’re taking the leap and have set-up a Kickstarter page with rewards / “pre-sales” of the upcoming CD and such. Ryan Dahlberg made a little movie to tell you all about it.


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Duluth Album Releases in 2003

Apr 02, 2012 No Comments

It’s not a complete list, just what we could easily pull together. If you know of a record we missed, mention it in the comments or email paul @ perfectduluthday.com.

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The Ball Slashers (Live Debut!)

Mar 31, 2012 3 Comments

What? Yeah I started a rock band. We’re called the Ball Slashers and we’re going to open the show at RT’s next Friday. Poor Howard (Howlin’ Andy & Vince Cadillac) and Hard Feelings are in the middle, and the Blood Shot (my old band!!) are last. Come on down, we’re here to provide the blast of high octane rock and roll that this town is devoid of. Cheers!


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Bring Lucy Home Benefit

Mar 30, 2012 No Comments

Lucille June Moe-Brummer was born Dec. 13 in Scottsdale, Ariz., to Sandra Moe and Charlie Brummer. Unfortunately, life for Lucy was an uphill battle from day one. Lucy had a degenerative genetic disorder that caused her to have significant brain atrophy within the first two months of her life. This is an extremely devastating and rare condition which is not treatable. We were hoping to get Lucy back to Minnesota, hence why the benefit is called “Bring Lucy Home,” but unfortunately time was not on our side.

There are still many medical costs to take care so the benefit is still on! Come join us this Saturday, March 31, from 1-5 p.m. at Mr. D’s in West Duluth. There will be a silent auction, raffles, spaghetti feed, and an acoustic performance by Lake Avenue. Tickets are $10 and can be purchased in advance or at the door the day of the event.

To learn more about Lucy’s story go to caringbridge.org/visit/lucillebrummer or facebook.com/LucyJune3.


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Retribution Gospel Choir – “The Stone (Revolution!)”

Mar 29, 2012 2 Comments

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Scarlet Rivera returns to the northland

Mar 23, 2012 No Comments

Scarlet Rivera will be performing at the Weber Music Hall – UMD in May, along with Gene LaFond and the Wild Unknown. Concert presented by Armory Arts and Music Center. Here’s my take on what promises to be an exciting concert.


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Building Your Homegrown Stamina

Mar 22, 2012 No Comments

A couple weeks before actual Homegrown, way down yonder in a town called Winona, there’s a music festival happening called Midwest Music Fest. Charlie Parr, Greg Brown and a slew of others are playing. They appear to be liberally using the term ‘homegrown,’ so maybe the powers that be should consider bartering for their superior web skills, as they have a pretty boss website, though the art could use a little help. The weekend pass is essentially free if you buy the Brown ticket. Solid acts from all over abound. Parr, due to overwhelming popularity last year, is playing multiple sets this year.


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