Spotlighting Twin Cities' Music from the Basement Up.
Happy April! Don’t worry I’m not going to post a playlist article without the songs and say “April Fools,” because that would be ridiculous. I’d much rather fill you in on the new music I discovered within our state lines of which there is no shortage of, and, let’s be honest, I’m much more skilled in that area.
Read MoreGreat news everyone, the debut Malamiko record is here! Malamiko is a self-described queer emo/shoegaze trio composed of guitarist and vocalist Daisy Swimmer, bassist Ryan Schneider, and drummer Rhys Finnegan, and they’re awesome.
Read MoreA short review of six songs featured on the Melodic Noise Media: Minnesota Sound playlist 03/27/24.
Read MoreOur beloved Minneapolis music scene has seen the return of many veteran artists who helped build the scene back in the days of big hair and cassette tapes. Cindy Lawson is among those and she’s been firing all cylinders since her return. I was able to able to chat with her about her return to the stage, her new record Don’t Come Crying to Me, and much, much more.
Read MoreA short review of six songs featured on the Melodic Noise Media: Minnesota Sound playlist 03/20/24.
Read MoreA short review of six songs featured on the Melodic Noise Media: Minnesota Sound playlist 09/13/23.
Read MoreJuice Lord’s new album 8th Inning : Luv VS Passion was an immediate repeat listen for me. I could hear the Nas and Jay-Z influences in his verses along with the superb production. But make no mistake: he’s Minnesota proud.
Read MoreFebruary 29, the day Camp Nenookaasi burned to the ground, Seward Cafe hosted the Doll Brawl. As a benefit for the Autonomous Yurt Union, the need could not have been more urgent, as 23 yurts were destroyed, displacing the Indigenous-led healing camp for the fourth time in 2024. On top of the four bands playing that night, representatives from COVID Aware Twin Cities and Black & Pink Minneapolis provided resources and rounded out the community-focused evening.
Read MoreWalking into the ballroom I was captivated by the lights that glowed bright behind the stage, Eagles #34 was such a cozy and inviting venue. This was the Melodic Noise Media benefit show for the She Rock She Rock organization. She Rock She Rock empowers women, girls, non-binary and trans individuals through the power of art and music. The benefit show raised $457 for this great organization. It was heart warming to see the community come together to support this amazing organization.
Read MoreIt’s March and I am still not positive we won’t get hit with a snowstorm. However, I am positive that there’s a ton of original music in Minnesota just waiting to be discovered, and I found some more for you. There’s some country from further North, some dirty rock, urgent Rap, and so much more.
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