Skate Related 2
@ XY&Z Gallery
3258 Minnehaha Ave. S.
Minneapolis
8 p.m. – 11 p.m. / Free
Skate culture has long cultivated a unique and stylish aesthetic, and that style has been so seamlessly co-opted into the mainstream that sometimes it’s easy to forget the seminal and influential link between boarding, fashion, and art. Tonight’s party is a reminder of the enduring vitality of the skate scene with eye-popping work by 17 artists including posters, photos, and videos inspired by skateboarding. Pick up a fresh piece of art and then hop over to the adjacent Trylon Microcinema for the premiere of sick skate video Mogazelle. There’s sure to be somewhere to stash your board, so ride on in!
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THURSDAY DECEMBER 29TH
Experimental Pop with James Diers and Jacob Hanson of Hallowen Alaska
@ Red Stag
509 1st Ave NE
Minneapolis
10 p.m. / 21+/ Free
James Dier and Jacob Hanson of the notable Minneapolis-based indie band Halloween Alaska, will get together for an experimental pop show this Thursday at the Red Stag. The multi-talented indie rockers are famous for tastefully mixing their mindful and moody lyrics into ambient and electronically-woven blankets of musical bliss. The show starts at 10, so don’t be late.
Click HERE for the Red Stag site
FRIDAY DECEMBER 30TH
The Money Shot 2011
@ Turf Club
1601 University Ave.
St. Paul
9 p.m. / +21 / $8
It’s appropriate that two of the most prolific photographic chroniclers of the Twin Cities music scene would present an overview of their 2011 work at a music venue accompanied by some great local acts. Erik Hess and Stacy Schwartz are powerhouses of local music photo journalism, both with a unique ability to capture the ‘you were there’ essence of a great performance – be it a sweaty indie rock show or a grand art-concept concert. Beyond the opportunity to see (and buy) framed prints of some of Erik and Stacy’s best work, you can take in music by local bands Iguano (featuring members of Pink Mink and Revolver Modele), Krudder, Wizards are Real, Crescent Moon is in Big Trouble, and DJ’s Lady Heat. If you’re feeling adventurous order bartender Joshua James' special “Money Shot” to celebrate the evening. Take advantage of the chance to see the work of these great photo artists live and in person and relive all the musical adventures of 2011!
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Photo by Erik Hess / Czeslaw's Loop, May 2011
FRIDAY DECEMBER 30TH
Last Night Famous
@ Honey
205 E. Hennepin Ave
Minneapolis
10 p.m. / 21+/ $3 before 11, $5 after
Last Night Famous is definitely a see and be seen situation! This Friday, the Brown Girl Files and Honey deliver a night of dance, drinks, DJs, and memorable photo opps galore. Experience an incredible mix of talent and taste from DJs So Gold from Wants Vs. Needs and Ken Hannigan of Anthem Heart. The two are guaranteed to bring the heat. Before you call your friends, make sure you dress to impress: Former local/current NYC shutterbug, Brad Ogbonna, will be snapping pics all night, so you and the crew best be looking extra snazzy.
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FRIDAY DECEMBER 30TH
BNLX/ The Cloak Ox/ Night Moves
@ Cause
3001 Lyndale Ave S
Minneapolis
9:30 p.m. / $6
Tonight, don't miss one show featuring three heavily hyped local bands. Check live performances from husband/wife “psych-kraut-postpunk” duo, BNLX and the catchy electronic-meets-country vibed faves, Night Moves (also known as the dreamy MGMT-esque trio who recently scored a deal with Domino Records alongside national acts like Animal Collective, Arctic Monkeys, Dirty Projectors and more. Congrats guys!) Tonight's show also includes Andrew Broder's latest enigmatic rock project, the Cloak Ox, which features local music veterans Martin Dosh, Jeremy Ylvisaker (Alpha Consumer) and Mark Erickson (Fog). Prepare for groovin'.
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FRIDAY DECEMBER 30TH
Bloodnstuff / Hastings 3000 / Vernon Wayne
@ Hell's Kitchen
80 S 9th St
Minneapolis
10 p.m. / 18+ / $5
Former Economy Team band members Dylan Gouert and Ed Holmberg – aka Bloodnstuff – are finding their musical power is even stronger as a duo than it ever was as a trio. The group manages to layer live bass, guitar riffs, and melodies while laying on the vocals – all without recording or looping – building a sound as big and complex as any four-piece. This Friday, catch the ambitious pair at Hell's Kitchen with live sets from guests one-man blues/punk outfit, Hastings 3000 and baroque indie hard rockers, Vernon Wayne. Plus, don't forget to take full advantage of Hell's tasty drink specials featuring 3 buck PBRs and $5 Jameson. Live life dangerously.
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SATURDAY DECEMBER 31ST
Sound Gallery New Years Eve feat. WUGAZI
@ Sound Gallery
Secret Location
Minneapolis
7 p.m. – 5 a.m. / $30
Definitely the place to be when the ball drops, this killer bash (sponsored by yours truly) will feature hot performances and DJ sets galore and promises to last well into the wee hours of the AM. Catch sets from Cecil Otter and Swiss Andy's internationally-hyped Fugazi/Wu-Tang Clan mash-up tribute project, Wugazi, plus tuneage from DJ Dick Pic (Maggie Morrison & Machen Davis), DJs' Lady Heat (Danielle Morris & Christy Hunt) and live performances from eclectic and energetic rock duo, Fort Wilson Riot; dreamy garage rock darlings, Zoo Animal; and Come Fizzy Dolphin feat. Mark McGee of To Kill a Petty Bourgeoisie and Jacob Grun of Me and My Arrow. Sip down awesome specialty cocktails and nibble some nosh as local awesomeness whisks you into the new year. And for the bargain of $30 all-you-can-drink-all-night-long, you can't really go wrong.
*****Space is very limited so RSVP at soundgalleryRSVP@gmail.com ASAP to get in on the NYE action.
Sponsored by l'etoile!
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SATURDAY DECEMBER 31ST
New Year's Eve Cover Show
@ Turf Club
1601 University Ave W
St. Paul
8 p.m. / $21+ / $10
We can't get enough of cover bands. For one supreme night, cool local bands channel the sounds and personas of music legends. It's like a split personality of the music world! Tonight, say “adieu” to 2011 with live performances from four Twin Cities faves including STNNNG as rock gods, AC/DC; Leisure Birds as 60's psych-rockers, The Troggs; Seawhores as obscure German techno noise trio, Zeigenbock Kopf; and CLAPS as new wavers, New Order. Plus, jam to tunes by DJ TRL between sets, throw back Turf-worthy libations, and prepare for free bubbles at midnight. Happy New Years!
Click HERE for the Turf site
SATURDAY DECEMBER 31ST
Mystery Palace EP Release
@ Cause
3001 Lyndale Ave S
Minneapolis
9 p.m. / no cover
Mystery Palace fans will find tonight's NYE show a bit on the bittersweet side as this will be one of the last shows before the band calls it quits this summer after almost 7 years of rockin'. But before you bust out the Kleenexes, rejoice in the fact that before they disband, the MPLS glitch-poppers plan to leave behind two more glorious Eps. How's that for going out in style? Tonight, join Mystery Palace for the release of their junior album, Sleepless, and be among the first to snag a coveted copy and other awesome MP merch. Enjoy live sets from fuzzy electro-noise pop band, Dial-Up; pop rock quintet, Hot Freaks; and – of course – Mystery Palace to ring in the new year.
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SATURDAY JANUARY 31ST
Mark Mallman's New Year's Eve in 3D
@ 7th St. Entry
701 1st Ave N
Minneapolis
9pm / 18+ / $12
Epic concerts are just another day in the life of TC fave Mark Mallman, whose name has become synonymous with New Years Eve. His past NYE antics have included such stunts as him riding a moped on stage, a rollergirls singalong, covers of the Cure, Bjork, and Green Day, and "the keyborg", so for tonight's 6th annual Mallman-helmed 3D NYE bash expect nothing less than thunderous piano playing, jaw-dropping antics, bells, whistles and multimedia stimulation. Ring it all in with Mr. Serious with help from opening acts Sexcat and Koo Koo Kanga Roo. Knowing the Mall-man, mayhem is absolutely bound to ensue, we we can't wait to see what this year's stunt will be!
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SATURDAY DECEMBER 31TH
Bach Pham’s Wondrous Asian NYE
@ Caterpillar Lounge
533 Hennepin Ave. S
Minneapolis
10 p.m. – 2 a.m. / 21+ / No Cover
If you’re hoping to avoid ridiculous cover charges and still party down in a swank location this New Year’s Eve, your search is over. The Caterpillar Lounge is hosting a chic fête with l'etoile fave, DJ Bach, where you can sample the delicious cocktails and nibbles from the Wondrous menu as you ring in 2012. With no cover you’re sure to have a little more cash in your pocket to spruce up your party ensemble or send a drink to that hottie eyeing you from across the room!
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SATURDAY DECEMBER 31TH
Wants Vs Needs – NYE 2010
@ Clubhouse Jager
923 Washington Ave. N
Minneapolis
10 p.m. / +21 / $15
If you’re fatigued by the promise of another high concept NYE event and just want a chill place to dance in the new year, party curators extraordinaire Wants Vs. Needs have your number. Their exclusive and gimmick free 2012 celebration at Clubhouse Jäger is sure to be an ideal place to show off your dancing shoes with great music by the crew’s DJs and a complimentary champagne toast at midnight. The lovely hand numbered tickets are in fact limited-edition letterpress art pieces designed by graphics powerhouse The Pressure (aka formerly local hottie Adam Garcia), so they’ll look great in your 2011 scrapbook. Tickets are only available at Fifth Element or Jäger so you NEED to snap yours up before they’re gone!
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SATURDAY DECEMBER 31ST
Midnight: NYE at Jetset
@ Jetset Bar
115 N First Street
Minneapolis
10 p.m. / 21+/ Free
Any time is a good time at Jetset, if you ask us, but NYE will make all the more glittery. Join dancetastic duo DJs JR and Punchy who will countdown their top ten songs of 2011, hence creating the perfect vibe as the evening floats into 2012. Wear something dapper and/or sparkly as you steal your New Year’s kiss and clink champagne glasses at the stroke of midnight with your best gays.
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