Bob Dylan’s ‘Desire’ still resonates with college students
For musical giant Bob Dylan, the rock and roll voice of the 1960’s, 1976 was more about soldiering on than accepting reality. On Dylan’s, "Desire," which celebrates its 40th anniversary…
The death of George Martin brings back beloved Beatles memories
In a year that has seen the deaths of many musical giants, music fans all over the world are struggling to keep up with the grieving. On Tuesday night, fans…
Musician Jason Isbell exceeds expectations and continues to rise to the top
Singer-songwriter Jason Isbell performed in Minneapolis on Monday, Feb. 22. Based on his performance, it's clear that Isbell is here to stay, and is just getting started when it comes…
Dr. Dog’s ‘The Psychedelic Swamp’ entertains but fails to find identity
I will admit, when it comes to Dr. Dog, I am not well versed. I have a lot of friends who are really into them and I personally really enjoy…
Death in the family a humbling experience
There were three major things that stood out to me during the final hours of my grandfather’s life and after some reflection; I wish that I had realized them sooner.
Wisconsin band Porcupine impresses with fourth release
As the year winds down, so does the amount and quality of musical releases. Music promoters start to slowly shift their focus on giant box sets with the hope of…
Craig Finn puts on incredible show in Minneapolis
On Saturday night, I had the pleasure to attend one of the two homecoming shows for Craig Finn, the front man for the famed rock band The Hold Steady. Finn…
The Decemberists churn out a new, excellent EP in ‘Florasongs’
After a four-year break, 2015 saw the joyous return of indie folk band The Decemberists with their seventh album "What a Terrible World, What a Beautiful World." The album expanded…
Separation of church and state ought to be held sacred
Today I will spare you the flowery intro that sets up my column and get straight to the question at hand: what the heck is going on with religious interference…
American culture becomes more understandable in person
This summer, my family and I decided to take an old fashion road trip. The type of trip where you load up the car, buckle up, and drive 26 hours…