Listen to Minnesota music curated by DJ Piecemeal as you explore Minnesota music history through the pop-up exhibits.
Minneapolis-based artist DJ Piecemeal is best known for his genre-bending sets. Steeped in hip-hop and nerd culture, DJ Piecemeal strives to push the classification of how a DJ should look and sound. From livestreams, live performances and community events, DJ Piecemeal strives to create a memorable and in-the-moment soundscape for his listeners.
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Gregg Inhofer is an American singer‐songwriter, pianist and vocalist. His music combines a wide variety of influences, including rock, R&B and jazz. He has played a significant role in the Minneapolis music scene throughout hiscareer and is a member of the Minnesota Rock & Country Music Hall of Fame.Most notably he played keyboards on Bob Dylan’s album “Blood on the Tracks”, which ranked number 16 on Rolling Stone’s list of the 500 greatest albums of all time.
Born and raised in Minneapolis, Minnesota, Gregg Inhofer's career took off in 1968 with the Twin Cities-based rock band Pepper Fog. The group quickly developed a devoted following with their combination of heavy guitar licks and jazzy piano breaks. A time of musican freedom and exploration followed and the Jazz-fusion band This Oneness formed. Soon after, Gregg and his band mates joined four-time Grammy award winner Olivia Newton John on 19 tours across the United States.
Beverages will be available for purchase from CRAVE American Kitchen & Sushi Bar during the event. Before or after each program, guests are encouraged to explore the Minnesota Music Archive exhibition, featuring interactive listening stations, samples from archival recordings, historic artifacts, archival films, and stories spanning more than a century of Minnesota music.
Celebrate one of Minnesota's most beloved bands with a happy hour dedicated to The Suburbs and the many projects connected to the band's enduring legacy. Enjoy a specially curated DJ set by Minnesota music journalist and author Cyn Collins, featuring favorites from The Suburbs and related artists while exploring the exhibition.
Guests can enter to win tickets to The Suburbs' upcoming performances at the Turf Club on November 13 and 14, along with a vinyl copy of the classic album Love Is The Law. Whether you were there from the beginning or are discovering the band for the first time, this program offers a chance to experience one of Minnesota's defining musical stories.
Beverages will be available for purchase from CRAVE American Kitchen & Sushi Bar during the event.
Few artists represent the living history of Minnesota music like Cornbread Harris. A pianist, songwriter, and storyteller, Harris' legacy spans decades - from being featured on Minnesota's first rock n' roll record to continuing to perform today at age 99 in local venues. His influence can be heard across generations of Minnesota artists and layed the roots for what would become known worldwide as the Minneapolis Sound.
Opening the program is Yazmin, whose music blends folk, Americana, blues, and contemporary singer-songwriter traditions into a style that is uniquely her own. Known for thoughtful songwriting, warm performances, and a deep connection to storytelling, Yazmin is part of a new generation of Minnesota artists carrying forward the state's rich tradition of original music. Together, Cornbread and Yazmin highlight Minnesota music's past, present, and future while offering visitors a chance to experience two distinctive Minnesota voices in an intimate setting surrounded by the stories preserved through the Minnesota Music Archive.
Beverages will be available for purchase from CRAVE American Kitchen & Sushi Bar during the event.
Enjoy a performance by Minnesota students from the Spotlight Education program.
Hennepin Arts' Spotlight Education program enriches arts education for nearly 8,000 students across Minnesota, enhancing critical skills and providing equitable access to quality theater education. The Disney Musicals in Schools initiative fosters sustainable arts programming in elementary schools, and the Spotlight Showcase celebrates high school theater, allowing over 1,200 students to perform at the historic State Theatre
Celebrate acclaimed Minnesota songwriter Charlie Parr, whose deeply personal blend of folk, blues, and roots music has made him one of the state's most respected contemporary artists. From his southern Minnesota roots to his longtime connection with Duluth, Parr's music reflects the people, places, and traditions that define Minnesota.
The program will feature curated DJ selections that highlight Parr's recordings and musical influences. Visitors are invited to enter giveaways for tickets to his October 30 performance with Dave King at State Theatre and copies of his latest release, Rooming House. Throughout the pop-up, visitors can also explore recordings and archival materials that spotlight Minnesota's rich tradition of independent musicians and storytellers which Parr is a part of.
Music starts at 5 p.m. Beverages will be available for purchase from CRAVE American Kitchen & Sushi Bar during the event.
Join us for a special program celebrating Minnesota's independent music legacy with two of its most important contemporary voices. The event features a DJ performance by Lori Barbero, an acclaimed musician, songwriter, and founding member of Babes in Toyland whose work helped define the Twin Cities' independent and alternative music scene.
An author, broadcaster, and music historian, Andrea Swensson has been one of the most influential voices in Minnesota music journalism for more than a decade. She will be signing books and discussing her work documenting and preserving Minnesota music history. Some of her books about Cornbread Harris, Minnesota music history, and other featured artists will be available during the program.
This special happy hour explores how artists, writers, historians, journalists, archivists, and fans each play a role in preserving cultural memory. Before or after the program, guests are encouraged to explore the pop-up, featuring interactive listening stations, rare recordings, and stories spanning more than a century of Minnesota music.
Beverages will be available for purchase from CRAVE American Kitchen & Sushi Bar during the event.
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We want your local music! The Minnesota Music Archive will be collecting physical copies of Minnesota-made music to be cataloged in our digital Archive. Donate or loan us your local music, get a free ticket to The Algorithm is Gonna Get You, presented by Brave New Workshop at Dudley Riggs Theatre. To participate, bring your music to Galleria Edina anytime during our pop-up’s hours. Remember that it must be Minnesota-made music. Ensure that your favorite albums are preserved for generations to come!
