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When it comes to distinctive local rock, Alpha Consumer takes the cake.

Leaders of the pack

by Sally Hedberg
Published December 2, 2010
Alpha Consumer is back on the scene, asserting their musical dominance.
CD Roundup — Daft Punk, Dntel

CD Roundup — Daft Punk, Dntel

by Andrew Penkalski
Published December 2, 2010
A big week for Electronica.
(left to right) Ben Greenwald, Philly Williams, Joe Silberschmidt, and Jon Camp stand Monday night in the Keys 4/4 Kids warehouse.

In the name of harmony

by Conrad Schoenleber
Published November 24, 2010
The Big Strong Men release debut EP “Don’t Go Too Far”
Swagger of a college kid

Swagger of a college kid

by Conrad Schoenleber
Published November 24, 2010
Underground hip-hoppers, Duenday, release their debut self-titled album
Davina Sowers and the Vagabond band members Connor Mcrae (drums), Michael Carvale (string bass), Darren Sterud (trombone), and Daniel Eikmeier (trumpet) play at Hell’s Kitchen Friday evening in Minneapolis.

North Country blues

by Stephanie Nusser
Published November 24, 2010
Davina and the Vagabonds are taking on the Minneapolis blues scene
Chris Hontona, left, and Chris Farstak of Food Pyramid play at the Turf Club on Saturday in St. Paul.

Pyramid Songs

by Sally Hedberg
Published November 24, 2010
Local synth band Food Pyramid is proving why they’re vital to a balanced musical diet

CD roundup — Robyn and Girls

by Grace Gouker
Published November 24, 2010
Synthpop princess disappoints with newest installment while neo-surf rockers grow up
Is/Is is happening

Is/Is is happening

by Sally Hedberg
Published November 18, 2010
Three rockin’ best friends give countless reasons to dig their music.
Rap and ego

Rap and ego

by Conrad Schoenleber
Published November 18, 2010
The Minneapolis underground rapper Prof plays the Varsity
A beautiful (dark twisted) mind

A beautiful (dark twisted) mind

by Andrew Penkalski
Published November 16, 2010
The spoiled prince of the hip-hop kingdom earns his crown.

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