Cum on Feel the Noize: A ZZ Top Tribute
@ Club Jager
923 Washington Ave N
Minneapolis
10 p.m. – 2 a.m. / 21+ / no cover
Our favorite guilty pleasure dance night is back with another round of tracks from bands you'd be reluctant to admit you like...unless, of course, someone else admitted it first. From butt rock to metal, hair bands to scare bands, the resident DJs of Cum on Feel the Noize unabashedly get your motor runnin' and your body to the dancefloor. This month's edition is a kudos to the Southern rock dudes whose manly fuzz put the Beard Wars boys' to shame: ZZ Top. Moving a decade's worth of pervs with tracks like “Pearl Necklace,” “Tush” and “LEGS,” not to mention dishing out some important pre-Queer Eye advice (“Sharp Dressed Man”), the “hard rockin' beardos” partied their way into the hearts of America and tonight, the hearts of those at Club Jager. DJ Danielle Morris tackles the decks with kick ass special guest Christy Hunt (Pink Mink, Ouija Radio, Von Bondies) plus l'etoile's own Robyn Lewis slingin' tasty drink specials behind the bar.
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ZZ TOP - Legs from Domenium on Vimeo.
THURSDAY DECEMBER 8TH
Mystery Palace, Me & My Arrow, Brute Heart
@ Turf Club
1601 University Ave
St. Paul
10 p.m. / 21+ / $5
Waiting around for carolers to serenade you this holiday? Don't be silly. Our local bands are much better at delivering divertimentos. Tonight, don't miss live sets from electronic darlings, Mystery Palace; indie live wires, Me and My Arrow; and the dark-wheedling avant rock trio, Brute Heart. Me and My Arrow will be hot off the stage from the Minnesota Beatle Project show at First Ave, so expect a fiery performance.
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FRIDAY DECEMBER 10TH
Little Tragedies Art Opening
@ Air Sweet Air Gallery
262 E 4th St Suite 203
St. Paul
6 – 9 p.m. / free
In his latest series, local artist Alex Kuno takes us even further into his apocalyptic chimera with Little Tragedies, a glimpse into a satirical fairy tale. Veering from innocence and heartache to a tragedy-filled existence in surreal land, Kuno's new work dips the viewer from the sweet to the frightening in just mere strokes. Tonight's opening's first 100 guests receive a special goodie in honor of director John Cassavetes's b-day, Kuno's exhibit, and it being the 344th day of the year. That's right, every day pays. Now, does anyone else have the Bee Gee's “Tragedy” stuck in their head?
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FRIDAY DECEMBER 9TH
Sticks / Stones: New Paintings by Ruben Nusz
@ Thomas Barry Fine Arts
900 6th Ave. SE
Minneapolis
6 p.m. – 9 p.m. / Free
Local artist Ruben Nusz explores the potential for optical illusion, subterfuge and deception in a series of new paintings that will leave you shaking your head and wondering how your eyes could have so thoroughly deceived you. His new works fall into two categories; the first consists of geometric stick paintings adorned with trompe l’oeil frames and then further augmented with acrylic to create an alternate version of reality only possible in the painting. The second set - dubbed by the artist "Stone Paintings" - are seemingly random but actually quite nuanced free-form paint splotches manipulated using light and shadow so they appear to float outside the plane of the canvas. These beautiful and mysterious works are definitely worth seeing in person!
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FRIDAY DECEMBER 9TH
Show & Tell: MCAD MFA Open Studio Night
@ Whittier Studios
2385 Harriet Ave.
Minneapolis
6 p.m. – 10 p.m. / Free
Ok, we know it’s not at all like our guilty pleasure Bravo reality show Work of Art, but we can’t help being fascinated by the intrigue of the fine arts studio. We just know all those talented artists in one place makes for an exciting and inspiring environment. If you too crave a sneak peak at artists in their natural habitat, this event is for you. COMPOUND – the art publication that collates the work of past and present MCAD MFA members – hosts a night celebrating current MFA candidates, their art, and the inner workings of the MCAD graduate department. You can peek into the studios, speak with candidates about their process, and enjoy illuminating discussions/entertaining performances while noshing on light fare. Who knows, you may even see the next Sucklord in action. But one thing's for sure: you’ll walk away inspired.
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FRIDAY DECEMBER 9TH
Solid Gold + Polica
@ Turf Club
1601 University Ave
St. Paul
9pm / 21+ / $10 (Sold Out)
Seriously, folks. Polica. They're on fire! And for good reason: they've got the perfect combination of veteran scene players cranking out epic pop gems that consistently leave audience members in awe. All without an album or a guitar. Pretty impressive, we think. And lets not forget about pop mainstays Solid Gold, who headline both Friday and Saturday nights at the Turf. If you've ever been to one of their annual December Turf shows, you know what kind of ridiculous party to expect. Tonight should be no exception.
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FRIDAY DECEMBER 9TH
The Idle Hands / BNLX / Bad Spots / Dirty Dancing
@ Hexagon Bar
2600 27th Ave. S
Minneapolis
10 p.m. / 21+ / No Cover
Don't you wish there was a place to see great local music on the cheap when you're low on funds? If only...oh wait, there is. Head to the Hex, where nearly every night of the week you can experience some of the best local bands with a refreshing lack of cover. And this Friday's lineup is particularly stellar. Stylish glam/Brit-pop-influenced indie band The Idle Hands join awesome post-punkers BNLX to make some serious noise. Local trio The Bad Spots and lo-fi Austin-based darkwavers Dirty Dancing round out an ear-blistering night of unruly goodness.
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FRIDAY DECEMBER 9TH
Extra Large Dance Party w/ Mike 2600 & Paper Tiger
@ First Avenue Record Room
701 First Ave N
Minneapolis
10 p.m. / 18+/ 3$ in advance $5 at the door
The First Ave Record room is famous for intimate artist showdowns and memorable late night dance dates. This Friday, 16-year veteran DJ and l'etoile fave Mike 2600 and Doomtree's Paper Tiger join forces for a hip hop heavy bruhaha. Capping off Friday's all-out/sold-out Doomtree Blowout (night 6 of 7) in the Mainroom, this duo will keep the party poppin' until the curtain's called at 2am. Expect hip hop classics, funk, disco, brand new bangers, dancehall jams, Moohbahton and oh-so much more. As you dance, sip on 2-for-1 well drinks before midnight.
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SATURDAY DECEMBER 10TH
CO Exhibitions’ 2nd Annual WORLD (craft) Fair
@ CO Exhibitions
1101 Stinson Blvd #2
Northeast Minneapolis
10 a.m. – 6 p.m. / Free
This Saturday, browse and buy crafty goodness brought to you by over two dozen local artists. Eat, dance, mingle and be merry, while you shop for the perfect handmade gift for the cool boys n' girls on your holiday list. Sift through an abundance of clothing, jewelry, greeting cards, screen-printed art, and other surprises. Warm up with some hot cocoa and nibble on freshly baked treats from the CO kitchen. Also, experience DJ sets from BRLSQ to round out your shopping fun.
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SATURDAY DECEMBER 10TH
Black Christmas Shopping Soirée & Jubliee Guestlist Signup
@ Blacklist Vintage
25 E. 26th St
Minneapolis
6 p.m. to 9 p.m. / Free
Join Blacklist Vintage and l'étoile for their annual holiday styling event! Find your glam get-up for l'étoile's annual Jubilee, an invite-only vintage holiday party held at a secret location on December 17th (attendees to Black Christmas can sign up to be on the guest list--no purchase necessary). For one night only receive 10% off store-wide and find the perfect duds to pull off this year's "Old Hollywood" theme, or simply find a festive frock or dapper suit coat for your many holiday social engagements! Holiday sweets, champagne, tunes from DJ Zoo Animal, and personal styling help from the Blacklist girls and l'étoile stylists all night long!
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SATURDAY DECEMBER 10THEverybody Wins! A Shackway Corporation Retrospective
@ SooVAC
2638 Lyndale Ave. S
Minneapolis
6 p.m. – 9 p.m. / Free
This innovative and humorous exhibition by artist David Sollie presents the historical archives of the morally suspect, often outrageous, and all together fictional Shackway Corporation (allegedly founded by the artist’s Grandfather in 1948). Through product showcases, interactive exhibits and graphic presentations, the artist explores how corporate motivations mirror the best and worst of human impulses. As pervasive as marketing and branding has become in our lives it’s intriguing to see a focused and critical look at how advertising can expose both the predatory and noble sides of human experience. The exhibit has an altruistic side as well, promising visitors who bring a non-perishable food item an original print of "Grandma Shackway’s Finest" soup. What a deal...Everybody Wins!
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SATURDAY DECEMBER 10TH
Doomtree Blowout (Final Night)
@ 1st Ave
7th & 1st Ave
Minneapolis
6 p.m. / $15 / All Ages (Tickets Still Available)
The first six nights? They were just foreplay. After a wild week of pure Doomtree family bliss in the Entry (not to mention the sold-out Mainroom show on Friday), the group convenes for the final night of their residecy, and we expect it will be nothing less than explosive. Get ready to blow your wad as the whole crew pours their hearts and souls all over the stage for the second night in a row. Enjoy a good 3 hours worth of unadulterated bangers with our own modern day Wu-Tang Clan while they rip through all your fave anthems. We're sure no one in this audience will leave disappointed. Bangarang!
Bonus: After parrrttttyyyy....in the Entry with the Hood Internet. 5 bones.
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SATURDAY DECEMBER 10TH
Yuletide Sweater Ball IV
@ 331 Club
331 13th Ave NE
Minneapolis
10 p.m. / 21+ / Free
Come one, come all, dressed in your best Yultide sweater and/or banjo bangin' bluegrass apparel. This Saturday, we celebrate the holidays at the 331 Club in style. Dig out your favorite ugly Christmas sweater (the more flair the better)--it could be a hand me down from your good old granny or possibly a fresh gem rescued from the local thrift store. Either way, it’s time we get into the season, and what better place than the Yuletide Sweater Ball? The event will include live bluegrass from The Pistol Whippin Party Penguins and festive drinks galore. Come admire all the knits as you sip on eggnog and potentially receive the award for sassiest holiday sweater.
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SATURDAY DECEMBER 10TH
A Tribute to Dimebag Darrell
@ Triple Rock
629 Cedar Ave
Minneapolis
8 p.m. – 2 a.m. / 18+ / $10
If there's one thing we've learned from the MN Beatles Project, it's that TC bands know how to do one helluva cover and tonight's show is no exception. A kudos rock show to Pantera guitarist, Dimebag Darrell, who died in a tragic club shooting back in '04, tonight's tribute features locals Lesser Known Saint performing your fave epic Pantera tracks, not to mention live sets from Black Garden – a fab combination of Soundgarden and Black Sabbath – with members of Casanatra and Gracepoint; Baglunch, with members of Iron Thrones channeling the Misfits; and We Are Carcass, featuring members of We Are Legion harnessing the talent of England's extreme metal band Carcass. Never underestimate the power of hardcore.
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SUNDAY DECEMBER 11TH
Gastro Non Grata: Bottles and Boars
@ Triple Rock
629 Cedar Ave
Minneapolis
6 – 10 p.m. / $7 adv, $10 door
Take all the edible risks and amenities of a top-notch restaurant, subtract the pretentiousness, add some local tunes and combine with the low-brow table skills of a glorified kegger and you have the basic concept of the oh-so-popular Gastro Non Grata event. Created by local restaurant aficionados, Gastro Non Grata is the foodie's provocateur. Tonight's gastronaut affair, Bottles and Boar, is a preview into Chef Jack Riebel's endeavor, Butcher and the Boar, and is primed to feature the following courses: green chili soup, wild boar sausage, and a dessert-style grilled cheese. Expect deliciously cold samples from Fulton Beer, plus a live performance from Gabe of 4onthefloor's alt-country side project, Silverback Colony; supergroup improv band, Dreamcrusher (featuring members of Fort Wilson Riot, Hardcore Crayons, Solid Gold, Me and My Arrow and more); and Fortified Five with former members of Knife World. Brush up on beer growing tips and get advice on Xmas ideas for your suds-loving friends from the folks at Northern Brewer, plus enter to claim a tasty carnivore-taunting prize as Clancey's Meat hands out their Dead Meat Door Prize.
Click HERE for the Gastro Non Grata site
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