Fine Line Music Blog

Fine Line Music Cafe concert schedule

2012-01-06T13:40:00.000-08:00

Fine Line tickets are available for an array of upcoming Fine Line concerts from the Fine Line Music Cafe calendar.

Have you seen any of these bands before? If so, I'd love to hear what you think of them! Let me know in the comments section!

Fine Line concert calendar:

Fri 1/20/12 8pm
Mint Condition

Fri 1/127/12 6pm
The Wanted

Sat 2/4/12 8pm
Sam Llanas

Fri 2/10/12 8pm
Martin Zellar

Fine Line Music Cafe concert calendar

2011-12-09T15:08:00.000-08:00

There is always a lot of good music happening at the Fine Line Music Cafe. It's good to always be updated on the schedule of events for the Fine Line!

Here are some of the upcoming Fine Line concert calendar events!

12/10 West of Aldine/Lake Ave/ Lynhurst/The Usual Things
12/14 King Tuesday/Lothario/Out From Inside/JT & The Sloppy Seconds/Andrew Lipsey
12/15 Nick Riley/Sarah Cotner/Chris Gant
12/17 Rock & Roll Whores/Smell My Pillow/Electric Anthem/Battlefish
12/18 Home for the Holidays with Kimberly Brown
12/22 Mercy Collective Christmas Show
12/22 New Medicine w. Throw the Fight 18+
12/23 Joey Ryan & The Inks/Consolation Champ/Wayside/Watson
12/26 Clayzer the Lazer/Elevated State/Mind Heist/Eu4ric
12/28 Jason Boots/Steve Parry
12/29 Pardos/Borrachoz Inc/Anagrama

Happy Holidays! I hope you have a joyful Holiday and a great New Year! Check out some awesome music on New Years Even, and be safe!

Fine Line Music Cafe private party

2011-11-11T14:07:00.000-08:00

Did you know that you can have a private party at the Fine Line Music Cafe? How awesome would that be!? A holiday party or wedding reception would be so amazing to have at this unique Minneapolis venue.

You could also have a work meeting or retirement party for a corporation. The options are limitless on who and what you could celebrate at the Fine Line Music Cafe!

Fine Line Music Cafe calendar

2011-10-17T20:31:00.000-07:00

Check out the upcoming Fine Line Music Cafe concert schedule! There is always a ton of fun shows going on at the Fine Line!

3 Minute Hero
Friday October 28

Murs
Tuesday November 1

Howie Day
Friday November 4

Rachael Yamagata
Friday November 11

Tommy Stinson
Monday November 14

Ledisi
Tuesday November 15

Mates of State
Friday November 1

Fine Line Music September Events

2011-08-25T08:50:00.000-07:00

Sept. 1st - Justin Dow
Sept. 2nd - First Fridays with Selena Johnson
Sept. 3rd - Electric Anthem and Matt Dodge
Sept. 7th - The Royal Veil
Sept. 8th - The Gabby's Reunion Part 2
Sept. 9th - Old School Comedy Jam
Sept. 10th - Reina Belleza Latina Minnesota
Sept. 14th - Beneath the Ground Presents: That Time of the Month
Sept. 15th - Dan Navarro
Sept. 16th - Gear Daddies
Sept. 17th - Modern Condition CD Release
Sept. 18th - Afton Presents
Sept. 19th - Bright Light Social Hour
Sept. 21st - Big Strong Men and Mark Kroos and others
Sept. 22nd - RAW: Natural Born Artists
Sept. 23rd - SueCity and The Devil Bluebands.
Sept. 24th - Manifest "Coming to America" release show
Sept. 25th - Plain White T's
Sept. 28th - Hymm for Her
Sept. 29th - Blue October

List of July Events at First Line Music Cafe

2011-06-22T08:59:00.000-07:00

Here's a list of all the events coming to you this July at the Fine Line music cafe.

7/1/11: Old School White Out

7/2/11: Alejandro Escovedo w. Special Guest // 18+ Show

7/3/11: Electrolyte Empire/TBA

7/4/11: Advent Down/Just For Today/Paul Michell/The Season

7/8/11: Young Professionals CD Release w/ Far From Falling/ Trees in Training/ Thought T

7/9/11: Chester Bay/ West of Aldine/ TBA....

7/11/11: Me, Lately/TBA

7/12/11: The Human Empire/TBA

7/14/11: Small Town Hope w. special guests // 18+ Show

7/15/11: Roger Clyne & the Peacemakers w. Sons of Bill

7/16/11: Morosity CD Release w/ Blood Root Mother/ Semeron/ Seazon of the Fly

7/17/11: StellaRouge/Feral Oath/TBA

7/18/11: The Ruggs/Let Dogs Lie/TBA

7/19/11: Frederick Thomas/TBA

7/21/11: Sia w. Oh Land // 18+ Show // At First Avenue

7/22/11: Anchormen/ Slow Spokes/ Crunchy Kids/ Midwest Konnect/ DJ Green

7/23/11: Dovekins w. special guest // 18+ Show

7/24/11: Leif James/TBA

7/30/11: Matthew Santos/ Caleb Hawley/ Rachel Platten

7/31/11: Silver Bars Ent Social Network Bash

Foster the People

2011-05-20T09:13:00.000-07:00

The indie pop band, “Foster the People” is coming to Minnesota on June 11th and will be performing at the Fine Line Music Café. With a synthpop sound that will be sure to keep the house buzzing in excitement, be sure to get your Tickets today from Ticket King. And word has it they will be performing there hit song “Pumped Up Kicks” !

KT Tunstall at the Fine Line Music Cafe

2011-04-01T09:52:00.000-07:00

On Monday, April 18th, the Scottish singer-songwriter KT Tunstall will be performing at the Fine Line Music Cafe in Minneapolis, Minnesota. She broke into the public eye with a 2004 live solo performance of her song "Black Horse and the Cherry Tree" on Later... with Jools Holland. She has enjoyed commercial and critical success since, picking up three nominations before winning a BRIT Award, and a Grammy Award nomination. She is also the recipient of an Ivor Novello Award. She has released three studio albums internationally: Eye to the Telescope (2004), Drastic Fantastic (2007) and Tiger Suit (2010). Her style can be considered alternative rock, folk, blues, country blues.

Purchase your KT Tunstall tickets today with Ticket King!

New shows at the Fine Line!

2011-03-01T12:02:00.000-08:00

It's been even longer since I have blogged about shows here - but there is finally something to buy Fine Line Music Tickets for! Actually, quite a few good shows.

First up is the Raveonettes on April 7th. THey are touring in support of their new album, Raven in the Grave due out on April 18th. The Raveonettes are also celebrating their tenth year together. A decade? Not too shabby.

Golden Smog is reuniting for not one, but two shows at the Fine Line on Friday, April 15th and Saturday, April 16th. Local music fans should really watch out for this one - an all star (mostly original lineup) will be on for both nights. I wouldn't be suprised if there were a few cameos (omg, maybe Jeff Tweedy?) along the way. Fine Line tickets for these shows will sell out so buy early if you want to go. Not to mention they are both weekend nights! And the Twins are out of town....

And last, but not least everyone's favorite Norwegian boy, Sondre Lerche will be in town for a show on Friday, June 16th. Sondre's booking agent must really love the Fine Line because that is the ONLY place he ever plays. Can someone introduce this guy to the Varsity? Sondre will be touring in support of his forthcoming self-titled album which is due out in June. Sondre has recently relocated his life to Brooklyn, I can imagine the new album will reflect that.

Fine Line tickets are on sale now for the Golden Smog and Raveonettes shows - Fine Line tickets for the Sondre Lerche show go on sale Friday.

St. Patty's Party at the Fine Line Music Cafe!

2011-02-25T07:37:00.000-08:00

Don't have any plans yet for St. Patrick's Day on Thursday, March 17th, 2011? Well now you do! The Fine Line Music Cafe is planning a great lineup for that night and decorating it for a night to remember. Doors will open at 8 PM for the show. The headlining act will be the Big Strong Men. The Big Strong Men is a group of 4, who have recorded "Don't Go Too Far", "Can't Keep My Guard Up", and "Somewhere Down the Line." The band is based out of Minneapolis, Minnesota. Come out to the Fine Line Music Cafe and enjoy St. Patrick's Day!

Steve Poltz tickets

2011-01-06T09:58:00.000-08:00

The Fine Line has just announced a headlining show for recording artist Steve Poltz. I, too, was a little puzzled as to who Steve Poltz is, however, when I looked him up on good ol' Wikipedia I realized I knew him a little better than I thought.

Who is Steve Poltz? Well, have you ever heard of Jewel. Steve Poltz is Jewel's mastermind. He is responsible for her hit "You Were Meant For Me" and continued work on her albums and tours.

In addition to helping Jewel out with her career, he has made a name for himself as a solo artist as well. Steve Poltz has been releasing albums since 1998 - he is currently touring in support of his most recent release, "Dreamhouse." "Dreamhouse" was released in 2010.

Fine Line tickets go on sale for tomorrow, Friday, January 7th. The Steve Poltz show is on Thursday, March 13th.

Gear Daddies tickets

2010-12-30T09:24:00.001-08:00

Are you going to see Martin Zellar and Co. tonight at the Fine Line? Fine Line tickets are on sale now for Gear Daddies show tonight. Last I heard the show was NOT sold out. However, a lot of people have tomorrow off so there will be many looking for something to do tonight. An old favorite like the Gear Daddies is a good place to start.

And don't forget Fine Line tickets for tomorrow's Tina and the B-Sides New Years Eve show. Tina and the B-Sides posted on their Facebook site in regards to the weather. The post said something along the lines of "the show must go on" considering we are supposed to get blasted with a major storm. SO no cancellations on the New Years Eve show.

I haven't decided what to do tomorrow night for New Years Eve. My plans for Chi-town to see the Black Keys are crushed because of the impending bad weather so I will be sticking to Minnesota. I don't even really want to leave Uptown!

Plain White T's tickets

2010-12-21T08:24:00.000-08:00

Show announcement for the Fine Line! The Plain White T's have just announced a show at the Fine Line on Friday, January 28th.
The Illinois quintet will be touring in support of their new album, "Wonders of the Younger" which was just released in the time for the holidays! The Plain White T's had a surprise hit last year with that super annoying, "Hey There Delilah" song. "Wonders of the Younger" is their first release since their brush with success. Hopefully the Plain White T's will have some jams on this record that DON'T make you want to claw your ears out like the Delilah song did!

That was a bit harsh, but you know what I'm talking about. Fine Line tickets are on sale now for the Plain White T's show ... it's less than a month away! One plus to the show is that Parachute and Miggs are opening. You may recognize Parachute from their catchy tune on an iPod Nano commercial.

This picture is about as exciting as "Dalilah," no?

Liz Phair tickets

2010-12-09T09:58:00.000-08:00

Once a grunge crooner now an aspiring rap star, Liz Phair has announced a headlining show at the Fine Line on January 20th.

Liz Phair is touring in support of her October release of "Funstyle." Liz Phair recently reviewed Keith Richards' memior "Life" for the New York Times. Liz said this book made her want to be a musician again and got her out of the funk she had found herself in. Liz Phair found herself not so afraid to get back to the stage and perform again.

Also notable trivia for her recent album, Dave Matthews lent his hand at songwriting for Liz's "Funystyle." This can explain why it has such a poppy sound.

Fine Line tickets go on sale this Friday for the January Liz Phair show. This is an 18+ show and opening support has not been announced yet.

Jamey Johnson tickets

2010-12-03T13:46:00.000-08:00

Jamey Johnson has had to postpone his benefit show performance for tonight's show. Fine Line tickets were supposed to benefit Jared Allen's Homes 4 Wounded Warriors charity. It looks like Jamey Johnson's tour bus broke down outside of Milwaukee and he cannot make it to Minneapolis. It's a good weekend to call off a show with the amount of snow we are supposed to get!

Fine Line tickets are good for the new show which will take place on February 27th at the Fine Line. Opening acts Keith Anderson and Chris Jessen will play a free show tonight. Fine Line tickets will be available at the door.

I personally wouldn't mind going just for a Jared Allen sighting.

The cowboy himself, JA.

Fine Line tickets

2010-11-28T10:41:00.000-08:00

FINE LINE SHOW ANNOUNCEMENT!
There are so few events on the Fine Line's upcoming concert calendar that when a new show comes a long it is a big announcement!

Local favorite, New Medicine, will be at the Fine Line for a show on Wednesday, December 22nd. Sorry kiddies, the show is 18+.

Fine Line tickets for the New Medicine show go on sale Monday, November 29th. The Minneapolis based band is playing in support of their new album, "Race You to the Bottom" which was released in September.

Touring with bands like the Used and Chiodos, New Medicine have gained a national and local following. Be sure to check out their December show at the Fine Line!

Fine Line tickets

2010-11-23T10:48:00.000-08:00

There are not a lot of events going on at the Fine Line past this holiday season. Fine Liner ROBYN, announced a new show at First Avenue.
Although it is short, here is a list of the upcoming shows at the Fine Line. Fine Line tickets are available for these shows:

Friday, December 3rd - Jamey Johnson

Wednesday, December 8th - Punch Brothers

Saturday, December 11th - Bryan Greenberg

Thursday, December 30th - Gear Daddies

Friday, December 31st - Tina and the B-Sides

If you don't have plans yet for New Years I highly recommend buying Fine Line tickets for the Tina and the B-Sides show - it should be a fun one!

Robyn tickets

2010-11-14T07:57:00.000-08:00

There is a lot of buzz about the return of pop diva, Robyn. To be totally honest I thought she had kind of fallen off the face of the earth. However, I forgot she was Swedish. Apparently all of these years since her hit jam, "Show Me Love" she has maintained success and fame in her native land.

Now, in 2010, she is making a return to the states and is touring smaller clubs. Tonight is her Minneapolis stop at the Fine Line. If you've picked up a Vita.MN or City Pages this week you will know that it is the "it" show this weekend. There has been a write up in all of the local papers including the Star Tribune which highlighted a recent interview.

Fine Line tickets are completely sold out for this show. Fine Line tickets were briefly available at the Depot tavern on Thursday. First Avenue, who is promoting the show, released about ten tickets to to a few lucky fans who made it to the Depot in record speed!

If anyone goes to the show I would LOVE to hear a review!

If only we could all have that blond hair, no?

Gear Daddies tickets

2010-11-04T11:27:00.000-07:00

Martin Zellar and Co. are back in town for their annual holiday show. I think last year the Gear Daddies were the Fine Line's New Years Eve show, but this year it looks like the Gear Daddies are playing a day earlier this year.

This year the Fine Line Tina & the B-Sides are the headlining act for the Fine Line's New Years Eve show. Fine Line tickets are on sale now for both the Gear Daddies and Tina & the B-Sides shows at the end of December.

Here are a few other December shows taking place at the Fine Line. Fine Line tickets for these shows are on sale as well:

Friday, December 3rd Jamey Johnson

Wednesday, December 8th Punch Brothers

Saturday, December 11th Bryan Greenberg

Thursday, December 30th Gear Daddies

Friday, December 31st Tina and the B-Sides

Fine Line tickets

2010-10-31T10:14:00.000-07:00

Warning! This is going to be a rant/vent blog. A little negativity follows, you have been warned!

With that said, I would like to again vent my frustrations towards the Fine Line. Their drinks are the most expensive in downtown Minneapolis. And why, WHY??? would you put the bar against next to the only "hallway" in your venue AND make your bathrooms at the end of said "hallway." Guess what NO ONE can get anywhere. Why does everyone stand in that hallway by the bar anyways? Oh yeah, because no one can see from anywhere. Here's a thought, maybe you should discontinue putting tables on the main floor. Tables and barstools do not belong on the dance floor in a general admission club. The waitstaff looked horribly stressed out. The venue would work so much better if the bar was on the other side, but then it would be too close to the stage. Long, narrow venues just don't jive. But then again, they can't all be our beloved First Avenue.

I know absolutely nothing about owning a night club, so I'm sure they do what they can with the space they have. But as a very frequent concert goer I can say that the Fine Line is very un-user friendly. I love the way the Fine Line presents itself and the staff are very nice. I just don't like the club. I try not to go there, but Thursday the Dandy Warhols played (one of my all time favorite bands)and I just had to go! Fine Line tickets were almost sold out for this show so I knew it would be packed. But Motion City Soundtrack booked First Ave Thursday night and the horrid Mumford and Sons (they are a whole other blog) booked First Ave on Friday night. The Dandys had no choice but to book the Fine Line. It just took a lot of fun out of seeing one of my favorite bands, I didn't even stay for the encore.

So much negativity. So let me say some positive things about the show. 1) The Dandy Warhols played a dream setlist for any fan, 2) The drummer, Brent, had a fantastic vest on, 3) the sound was great, go sound guy! and 4) the coat check is convenient.

Check out the Dandy Warhols' video for 'Good Morning'

Jamey Johnson tickets

2010-10-14T13:27:00.000-07:00

Country crooner Jamey Johnson has just announced a show at the Fine Line this winter.
While not very commercially successful, Jamey Johnson has gained a fan base via his live shows and work with Trace Adkins, George Strait and Joe Nichols. In addition to touring with those acts, he has also co-wrote material with them as well.

Fine Line tickets are on sale now for the Friday, December 3rd show. Keith Anderson and Chris Jessen open the show.

Jamey Johnson is currently touring in support of his September release "The Guitar Song" released on Mercury Nashville records.

The Heavy tickets

2010-09-29T11:07:00.000-07:00

Just off of their super super sold out show at the Fine Line Music Cafe, the Heavy announce a return to Minneapolis at none other than the Fine Line! I am a little puzzled as to why they are going back there - their show last week had been sold out for quite awhile and First Avenue can fit a few more people.

The Heavy return to Minneapolis on Friday, November 12th at the Fine Line Music Cafe. In case you are puzzled as to who the Heavy are you may recognize their song "How You Like Me Know" from several commercials, including the Kia commercial that aired during the Superbowl. It was also the theme song of this years Stanley Cup finals. So their jam has gotten around ... not bad for a small band from Noid, England.

Fine Line tickets for the November Heavy show will definitely sell out. Their last show left a very high demand for Fine Line tickets. I recommend buying early!

Jason Reeves on October 7th

2010-09-08T08:23:00.000-07:00

On Thursday, October 7th, Jason Reeves will be performing live at the Fine Line Music Cafe. The 26 year-old from Iowa City, Iowa is an up and coming singer and songwriter who dropped out of college and moved to California to pursue his music career. He taught himself how to play the guitar and his influences include Bob Dylan, Pink Floyd, Radiohead, and James Taylor. He helped write songs for Colbie Caillat's debut album titled Coco, which reached #5 on the US Billboard 200. Purchase your Jason Reeves tickets today to see him live at the Fine Line Music Cafe!

Dandy Warhols tickets

2010-09-03T08:05:00.000-07:00

Finally! The time has come! A Fine Line live show announcement that is worth blogging about. One of my all time favorite bands, The Dandy Warhols, are going to be stopping here on their fall tour. After finally ending their stint with Capital Records (they started their own label, Beat the World Records) the Dandy Warhols have released a "Best Of" compilation of all their radio jams. I will be the first to say that it is missing some of the stellar songs from their catalog, but I am a super fan.

Fine Line tickets for the Dandy Warhols show on Thursday, October 28th are on sale now. I am not looking forward to having to dodge the poles and the crowd at the Fine Line, but I love these guys and I must go!

I was hoping that they would have Darker My Love open for them like last time, however, it looks like Big Giant is touring with them. The Dandys usually pick awesome opening acts so I will for sure get to this show early to catch their show.

Oh My Dandy, we go way back.

Charlie Mars on August 26th

2010-08-06T08:23:00.000-07:00

On August 26th, singer and songwriter Charlie Mars will perform at the Fine Line Music Cafe. He is promoting his new ablum, "Like a Bird, Like a Plane." He recorded his album in Austin, Texas with drummer J.J. Johnson who works with John Mayer, keyboardist John Ginty who works with Citizen Cope, and bass players George Reiff and Dave Monzie. Charlie Mars has a smooth style, with moods and melodies that are brilliantly crafted. Purchase your Charlie Mars tickets today!

Fine Line tickets

2010-06-27T11:06:00.000-07:00

This coming week is going to be a really busy week for any business in Minneapolis's warehouse district. There are Minnesota Twins games Monday through Sunday. The Twins have been out of town for awhile so it will be good to have them home! And businesses in the downtown area will be even happier to have them back, seeing as Target Field attracts 30,000+ fans to the area. The Fine Line is no exception to this rule, hopefully they are enjoying the plus of having the Twins stadium steps away from them. The Fine Line has quite a few shows this week:

6/28 - The Painted People/ Jim O'Neill & The Brain Clouds/ Brian Just Band/ Andrew Fred
6/29 - Camela Kraemer/ Alex Masters
6/30 - The Summer High School Hot Spot "Obsessed Wednesdays"
7/1 - The Heavy // 18+ Show - SOLD OUT SHOW
7/2 - Post Twins game PARTY w/ Free Fallin & Revelation! (that is a Tom Petty and the Heartbreakers cover band, FYI!!!)
7/3 - Rising Stars of Africa with Mercy Myra, Roy Kapale and Erica Lulakwa

Fine Line tickets are on sale now for all of the shows listed above. Most of them are local (minus The Heavy) so Fine Line tickets will be available at the door as well.

Fine Line tickets

2010-06-13T10:00:00.000-07:00

Fine Line tickets are on sale for these upcoming events at the Fine Line:

Zane Lamprey
Sun, 06/20/10
07:00 PM

The Heavy
Thu, 07/01/10
08:00 PM

Bob Schneider
Thu, 07/08/10
08:00 PM

Tift Merritt
Sun, 08/01/10
07:00 PM

It looks like the Fine Line Music Cafe is having a bit of a drought on their concert calendar. Where are all of their shows going? Perhaps the Cedar? The Varsity? First Avenue? Fine Line tickets are also available for a lot of local shows and event nights that they are hosting, however, as far as national acts there is not too much on the calendar. Fine Line - you need some shows!

Fine Line tickets

2010-05-13T08:11:00.001-07:00

I am not going to lie guys, I'm a little at loss as to what to write about here. There are not a lot of Fine Line events or shows going on that would allow for anyone to buy Fine Line tickets. It seems that the Cedar, First Ave and The Varsity are getting all the big name acts these days.

It looks like there are couple upcoming cd release shows for local bands that Fine Line tickets are available for, however, only at the door and not in advance:

5/14 - Standard Thompson & Not Like This Dual CD Release w/ Ready Goes/ Canon Chorus

5/15 - Fragile CD Release! w/ Far From Falling, Morning Society & more!

Memorial Day has a commemorative veteran's concert:
2nd Annual Veteran's Aid Concert feat. The Oh Eeks/ Matthew Griswold & more

Other than that it looks like a bleak summer for the Fine Line. How are these guys staying open? After the horrific fire they had a few years ago I don't want to see them close. The Fine Line needs an invigorating concert schedule to reignite itself in the Minneapolis club scene!

Fine Line tickets and parking

2010-05-02T10:19:00.000-07:00

Have you tried to park around the Fine Line lately? With the new Target Field Twins stadium Fine Line parking is ridiculous! For some reason the city of Minneapolis had to have a bike lane. I know that is the 'green' thing to do and riding a bike is great, but there is no use for a dangerous bike lane on 1st Avenue. There is too much traffic - it is dangerous for bikers and cars. If they would have kept it a one way road then I would be all for the bike lane, but since switching 1st Avenue to a two way street there is just too much activity for cars and bicyclists to share the road.

The most confusing thing is having to park a good 5 feet away from the curb. If you park over the bike lane you will get towed, but here is the thing - when you park that far away from the curb you are parking in a lane of traffic! I don't want my car to be a sitting duck for someone to drive into it! There should be no metered parking out side of the Fine Line or any business on 1st Avenue - it just isn't safe.

If you have any Fine Line tickets to any of their upcoming shows be sure to arrive early for parking. And if there is Twins game plan EXTRA EXTRA time for parking. Traffic sucks! And be sure not to park in a bike lane!

Fine Line tickets

2010-04-25T12:19:00.000-07:00

There have not been a lot of Fine Line tickets on sale lately. It just seems that there has not been a lot of national acts booked at the Fine Line lately. I think that a lot of shows normally booked at the Fine Line have been getting booked at the Cedar Cultural Center on the West Bank. I have said it before and I will say it again, the Fine Line is a frustrating place to see a show. It is a narrow building, it is nearly impossible to see the front of the stage (let alone be close to it) and when it is packed the pathway to the bar/bathroom area is impossible. It literally makes you want to run your head into a wall or just leave. I have left many a show there early because it is so uncomfortable.

Regardless, here are some upcoming shows at the Fine Line where you may need to buy Fine Line tickets ahead of time:

The Bangles: Thursday, April 29th

Butch Walker and the Black Widows: Friday, May 7th

Rocawear Fashion Show: Saturday, May 8th

The Buzzcocks: Monday, May 24th

The Heavy: Thursday, July 1st

Fine Line tickets for these shows and more are on sale now!

Lady Gaga tickets

2010-04-11T15:15:00.000-07:00

Lady Gaga played at the Fine Line about a year and a half ago. Fine Line tickets for Lady Gaga were in such demand that they sold out freaky fast. Before that she was at KDWB's Jingle Ball, but I don't even think at that time "Poker Face" had been released. The Fine Line show was Lady Gaga's first headlining show in Minneapolis. For the Fine Line show, so many Fine Line tickets were sold that they even removed their tables for sightline seating to make room for more people. That is crazy! I don't know if the Fine Line has done that since!

Well times have changed. Lady Gaga is not playing one, but TWO SHOWS at the Xcel Energy Center this August. It will be a great way to bring in the end of the summer (AHHH! sad to write considering summer isn't even here yet) on August 30th and 31st. But wow, to go from a 600-800 person venue to selling 40,000 tickets is crazy. Absolutely crazy. Lady Gaga tickets Xcel Energy Center tickets are on sale now for the August 30th show (and is sold out) and the August 31st show goes on sale Saturday. I can't believe that - there are not a lot of artist that have been able to make this big of a leap in such a short amount of time!

Despite the hefty Xcel Energy Center ticket prices, I will still see you at the show - I can't miss this spectacle - it will blow the Black Eyed Peas out of the water.

The girl all your daughters want to see!

Watson Twins tickets

2010-03-21T11:32:00.000-07:00

The Watson Twins, minus Jenny Lewis this time around are playing a Fine Line show on Tuesday, April 6th. You may remember Jenny Lewis' endeavor with the Watson Twins back in 2006. It sold well, it was received well by critics and their shows sold out.

Fine Line tickets are on sale now for this concert which is part of the 'Women in Music' concert series. Your Fine Line tickets will include a question and answer session and a panel discussion with women in the music industry. An opportunity to network with others after the discussion. Following all of this will be the Watson Twins set. The Watson twins are in fact identical sisters from Kentucky, Chandra and Leigh Watson.

The opening act has not been announced yet. The Watson Twins are touring in support of their new album and Vanguard Records release "Talking to You, Talking to Me." I am not sure why they would ever leave Conor Oberst's beloved Team Sleep label, but it appears Team Sleep is no longer handling the Watson Twins' affairs.

Don't miss this unique show at the Fine Line. Fine Line tickets for Women in Music featuring the Watson Twins are available for purchase now.

Pat Green tickets

2010-02-25T14:41:00.000-08:00

Pat Green at the Fine Line has been announced for a show on Thursday, April 22nd. Fine Line tickets go on sale tomorrow.

Born in San Antonio and raised in Waco, Texas, Pat Green started his love for playing music in the mid nineties. In 1997 he was fired from his job (by his stepfather, it wasn't as dramatic as it sounds) he dedicated all of his time to recording music. Before he had even signed a record contract he had sold 250,000 albums, was sponsored by Miller Lite and toured with Willie Nelson, among others.

Pat Green experienced commercial success in the early 2000's with the release of his major label debuts. He had a few top 40 hits. Pat Green is one of the hardest working guys in country music it looks like. Over the years pat Green has developed a devoted community of fans that follow his live shows. While he has not broken through to playing at places like the Xcel Energy Center or Target Center, the Fine Line is a perfect intimate setting to see him in. Fine Line tickets should sell fast for this show, based on what I have read about Pat Green he has quite the following!

The Church tickets

2010-02-21T10:25:00.000-08:00

80's new wavers, The Church, are back together and on a spring 2010 tour. One of their stops is at the ol' Fine Line Music Cafe. Fine Line tickets are on sale starting Tuesday for the Church show which takes place on Tuesday, April 13th. No opening act has been announced, however, this is a 21+ show. I think the city of Minneapolis has to rename April as RockApril this year. There are so many shows!

The Church, as you may remember, the Church had a top 40 hit in 1988 with "Under the Milky Way." Forming in Australia in 1980, The Church has just entered their 30th year as a band. The Church's current line up has been the same since 2000 and they are touring in support of their new album, Untitled #23. This is also the Church's 30th Anniversary acoustic tour which will begin in April and go through May for their North American tour dates.

Also, those who buy Fine Line tickets for this Church show will receive a limited edition cd available only to those who attend the 30th Anniversary tour. the track list is kept secret, but it sounds like a must have for those die hard Church fans.

Fine Line tickets go on sale Tuesday, February 23rd. The opening act has not been announced yet.

Dan Navarro tickets

2010-02-08T16:00:00.000-08:00

Well kids, don't get confused. When I first read that myself I thought it read DAVE Navarro and I got really excited. Even though I am not a fan of Dan's solo stuff, he is still so hot that my high school crush comes rushing back. Dave Navarro = hot.

Anywho, Dave Navarro is quietly living in California and being a free mason. But what is really going on at the Fine Line is DAN Navarro. Seeing as Dan Navarro is a folk singer he is from a completely different walk of life than Dan.

Regardless, Dan Davarro has 30 years of musicianship under his belt. He is one half of the folk duo, Lowen and Navarro, however that is only a small part of what Dan Navarro has accomplished. Dan Navarro has been a session singer (both in English and Spanish) for films like Happy Feet and Ice Age 2. His singing voice has also been in Family Guy, American Dad, Deal or No Deal, Rosewell, and Felicity just to name a few. Dan has also recorded with Susanna Hoffs, Julio Iglesias, members of Yes, and Neil Young. His work has also been featured on national advertising campaigns for Toytota, McDonalds, Folgers, Coors, Dodge and Coca Cola among others.

Fine Line tickets are on sale now to see Dan Navarro, a very diverse and eclectic musician. With all of this work during his carrer Dan Navarro has gained a large live show following. If you want to catch this essential artist be sure to buy your Fine Line tickets as soon as possible.

Lowen and Navarro

Rogue Wave tickets

2010-02-07T11:11:00.000-08:00

The accidental band of sorts from Oakland, California, Rogue Wave, has announced a show on Thursday, April 15th.

Rogue Wave have an entertaining story of sorts as to how they actually became a band. The founder, Zach Scwartz, lost his job in the dot com downfall in 2002. Schwartz decided to take a break from the sunny California life and take a sabbatical to New York. When he left awhile later, he had recorded several tracks with a friend. Most of those songs made up Rogue Wave's debut, "Out of the Shadow." Formerly on the famed SubPop record label, they are to Jack Johnson's Brushfire Records label. I would say Zach Shwartz is doing ok for himself. Something great has come from his job loss. I bet he looks forward to his job as a frontman of a band a bit more than he did as a dot com-er.

You may recognize Rogue Wave's name not only from the radio (the Current plays them frequently, so does Sirius) but they were also in the movie 'Love Happens' with Jennifer Aniston.

Fine Line tickets are on sale now for the Rogue Wave show this April. You will need to be 18+ to get into this Fine Line show. No opening act has been announced.

Howie Day tickets

2010-02-04T14:34:00.000-08:00

As you many Minneapolis music fans may know, Howie Day was supposed to play at the Fine Line last Friday night, however, Howie called in sick and had to postpone the show. A new date for Howie Day has been announced for Wednesday, March 10th. Original Fine Line tickets will be honored for the new date. There are also Fine Line tickets available now for the new March 10th date.

Opening acts are still listed as Serena Ryder and Matt Lowell. Both opening acts played a free show last Friday. The show must go on in some form I guess! Serena Ryder is a pretty popular singer/songwriter in her homeland Canada. She has won a Juno award, which is the equivalent to a Grammy here in the states. Serena Ryder played at Minneapolis's Basilica Block Party last summer and was praised for her awesome performance.

It looks like Howie Day canceled his shows in Milwaukee, Ames, and Omaha last week as well due to this mysterious 'illness.' But hey, musicians have to have sick days too I guess. It was a bad week for bands showing up at the Fine Line, Everclear had to change their date as well.

Fine Line tickets for Howie Day on March 10th are still available. Howie Day tickets for the last show did sell out so buy your Fine Line tickets before they sell out (again!)

Howie Day during happier and non-sick times on his tour bus

Sia tickets

2010-01-31T10:38:00.000-08:00

If you have ever watched the greatest television show of all time, "Six Feet Under," I do not need to tell you about Sia. You know very well who she is. Sia's song "Breathe Me" was played during the last few minutes of the series finale. I remember very clearly crying my eyes out as Claire drove in her Prius and listened to this song. I am getting teary eyed just thinking about it!

Anywho, Sia will be on tour in support of her new album, "We Are Born." An exact release date has not been announced, but will be released sometime in April. This is her follow up to 2008's "Some People Have Real Problems" album. The last time Sia was here Fine Line tickets were hard to come by, the show sold out well in advance. I am not sure if it was for her following or her opening act, the one, the only, Har Mar Superstar. As I am sure you have read on my blog before my dedicated fanship of Har Mar. He is a local guy and whenever he is back in town, fans flock to his shows, myself included. In fact, so many people wanted to go to the Sia show he was at that when it sold out he had an afterparty at Grumpy's downtown to accommodate the demand. Yeah, he is pretty awesome!

Fine Line tickets will be available in a Sia exclusive presale on Wednesday, however, Fine Line tickets go on sale to the general public Friday, February 5th at 11am. As much as I would like to see my song from Six Feet Under, I think I may have to sit this one out. There are so many Minneapolis concerts that my wallet is beginning to feel the pain!

Jack Ingram tickets

2010-01-29T13:16:00.000-08:00

More country music at the Fine Line! Country crooner Jack Ingram has announced a show for none other than a Valentine's Day performance. Ingram has an extensive music catalog with 8 studio albums, six live albums and 17 singles. One of which was a top 40 number one hit. You may recognize his name from his single "Wherever you Are" which was the first number one song for the record label he is signed to, Big Machine.

Jack Ingram has an interesting title under his name, he actually hold a Guinness Book of World Records record. On August 26 of last year Jack Ingram the record for most radio interviews in one day, when he was interviewed 215 times. I cannot imagine how that is humanly possible, but that is what happened. If he interviewed for 24 hours straight (which I am sure was not what happened!) the interview would only be about 6.5 minutes each. Which is pretty long for radio interviews, but still ... 215?!!?!?!?!

Fine Line tickets are on sale now for the Jack Ingram Valentine's Day show. Everyone is looking for something fun and different for Valentine's Day, and if you are not going the Minnesota Wild game you could check out a concert. Minneapolis music fans do not have a lot of music options on Valentine's Day this year, but if you're a country music fan buy Fine Line tickets now! Valentine's Day events always sell out!

the show is 18+, opening act TBA

Bangles Tickets

2010-01-28T12:34:00.001-08:00

Are you ready to walk like an Egyptian?! Because the Bangles have announced a show at the Fine Line this Spring.
Susanna Hoff is just off her tour with Matthew Sweet. While doing press for their tour last summer Hoff mentioned that the Bangles' new album was in the early stages of production. So be it, about a year later, Hoff is back with the Bangles and ready to tour.

Fine Line tickets go on sale for the Bangles show on Saturday, January 30th for the show on Thursday, April 29th. Nothing like jumping the gun - but I am sure the 21+ show will sell out. There are a lot of people out there that want to hear the jam from the 1980's. I am sure a lot of the people going will be guys that had a crush on Susanna Hoff back in the day. Rest assured she has aged well! The Bangles have released only 3 other dates on their spring tour in St. Louis, Milwaukee, and Chicago. Don't forget to buy your Fine Line tickets for this show when they go on sale!!

Also, I would like to take a minute to remember JD Salinger, one of the greatest authors who has reached people for over 6 decades. Yesterday, he died in his home at the age of 91, peacefully of natural causes. Thank you for 'The Catcher in the Rye' - I can't imagine growing up without that book. Rest in peace.

Everclear Tickets

2010-01-24T10:59:00.000-08:00

EVERCLEAR CONCERT GOERS LISTEN UP!!! Very important news to you if you purchased Fine Line tickets to see Everclear on January 28th - the show HAS BEEN MOVED TO Monday, January 25th - which is TOMORROW!!

Once again, Fine Line tickets are available for the Everclear and Clayton Senne show on MONDAY, JANUARY 25th - not the 28th as previously booked.

The date was changed due to a 'scheduling conflict' - this same 'conflict' also led to Everclear's Oklahoma City show being canceled. Sounds a little fishy, but other than that nothing else about the show has changed. Everclear is touring in support of their new album, "In a Different Light" which is a fitting title considering all of the hardships and line up changes that frontman Art Alexakis has endured over the years.

Everclear's live shows have been getting good reviews. It is sad, they were once my favorite band, and you can tell that a lot of people view them as a washed up joke, but I still think Art has the spark that Everclear needs. Art Alexakis knows that he cannot demand the success he once had and has to kind of work with the sad state of the music industry. The man has not been dealt an easy hand in life and I have always had a lot of respect for him. Art Alexakis good luck to you! And for being 47 (yeah for being a fellow Aries!) you look damn good!

The new face of Everclear

Coolio tickets

2010-01-05T13:58:00.000-08:00

Make sure you are sitting down for this one. The one the only Coolio is going to be in town this month. Not really sure why he's touring and I don't really care! It's Coolio!

If you don't remember Coolio let me refresh your memory. Picture it: 1995. Michelle Pfiefer. An inner city school. And Coolio's song: "Gangstas Paradise." As if that isn't enough there is the classic "Fantastic Voyage" jam from 1994. Fine Line tickets go on sale today for this last minute addition to the Fine Line Music Cafe's calendar.

Coolio is fresh off of a cancellation of a Mixed Marshall Arts fight in Alabama somewhere. I don't know about you, but that sounds like a whole lot of awful - something that should not happen! Coolio could get hurt!

Coolio has vanished off the face of the earth these past few years. I think he was busted for drugs awhile back, but other than that I can't think of a reason he was in the news. And I don't think he has released many albums since his days of top 40 hits.

Regardless, if you are looking for a night of nostalgia, Coolio will be here on Saturday, January 23rd at the Fine Line. Fine Line tickets are on sale !!!

Howie Day tickets

2010-01-03T13:44:00.000-08:00

Pop singer Howie Day is going to be at the Fine Line Music Cafe in couple of weeks. Minneapolis music fans will have to make some tough decisions the weekend of the Howie Day show. On January 31st Jay Farrar and Ben Gibbard rock out at the Varsity Theater and the Howie Day show is Friday, January 29th.

Howie Day is as well known for his controversies as he is his music. Having 2 arrests in the past few years: one for a 'mishap' in a tour bus with a fan and the other for being unruly on an airplane (seriously? haven't we all learned from Ben Stiller in Meet the Parents that you do not back talk a stewardess?!) Regardless, Howie Day has made a bit of a name for himself. In 2004 his single "Collide" was featured on TV shows such as Scrubs, Grey's Anatomy, Bones, and One Tree Hill. The result of that was a great radio hit!

Fine Line tickets are on sale now for the January 31st Howie Day show at the Fine Line Music Cafe. Serena Ryder opens the 18+ show. Buy your Fine Line tickets now before they are sold out!!!!

Terri Clark Tickets

2010-01-01T12:59:00.000-08:00

A little bit of country music is coming to the Fine Line (if you need to know any happenings in the country music scene head on over to KJ's CountryGirl blog!) I am certainly not the authority on anything country.

Fine Line tickets are on sale now for the Terri Clark show. There are not too many Canadian country starts, however, Terri Clark is one of them. She was born in Quebec, but had always dreamed of living in Nashville. In 1987 when Terri was 19 she packed up her belongings and headed south. After several albums and record label changes she now has her own label, BareTrak Records so now Terri Clark is able to release her own music.

The show is Wednesday, February 24th at the Fine Line Music Cafe. There is no opening act for this show, it is her 'solo and alone' tour. Also, the show is 18+.

Willy Porter tickets

2009-12-30T11:00:00.000-08:00

Local favorite Willy Porter of Mequon, Wisconsin will be playing a show on Thursday, February 11th, 2010. Willy Porter has been in the music industry since 1990. He has released many albums since then. While you may not recognize Willy Porter's name, you may recognize some of the major names that he has opened with. Such as: Jeff beck, Tori Amos, The Cranberries, and Jethro Tull just to name a few.

Fine line tickets go on sale next Wednesday, January 6th for the Willy Porter show. You can check out his songs on his myspace page!

Other than that there has not been any major concert announcements at the Fine Line this week. Bands and booking agents are taking a break for the holidays but stay tuned for concert announcements as the holidays come to an end.

Have a safe New Year!

New Years Eve tickets

2009-12-28T10:20:00.000-08:00

Still haven't made plans for New Years Eve? Fine Line tickets are available now for their New Years Eve show featuring Trampled By Turtles. The price Tag on Fine Line tickets for this show is quite a bit steeper than First Avenue's cover, but the Fine Line's does cover a bit more amenities. Such as: the cover price includes the beverages for the night at Fine Line, First Avenue's does not. Despite the heavy price tag, one flat rate for all the alcohol you can drink in a night sounds like a good deal. Maybe not the best idea, but it will at least keep you from dropping hundreds of dollars in bar tabs, right?

Trampled By Turtles is a band from Duluth, MN that is known around the area for being a great live band. They certainly attract crowds and pack night clubs with jam band fans of all ages.

Fine Line tickets are on sale now for their New Years Eve party, the cover almost doubles at the door so it pays to buy your Fine Line tickets ahead of time.

Gomez tickets

2009-12-27T11:05:00.000-08:00

English rockers, Gomez, are embarking on a 2010 US tour in support of their new album, "A New Tide." One of those stops will be at the Fine Line Music Cafe this winter on Saturday, March 6th, 2010.

You may remember Gomez from that Panasonic tv campaign where they covered "I Think It's Getting Better" or maybe their songs "Catch Me Up" and "Little Pieces" which was featured on an episode of Grey's Anatomy.

Gomez gained their distribution in the United States by signing to Dave Matthews' label, ATO Records. At that time, Gomez began to tour extensively to gain exposure to new fans. Gomez played at Coachella and Bonarro Music Festivals and have toured with my personal favorite, Ben Kweller, Cake, and Dave Matthews band just to name a few.

Fine Line tickets for the Gomex show go on sale Saturday, January 9th, 2010. No opening act has been announced, however, this is an 18+ show.

Cracker Tickets

2009-12-22T10:42:00.000-08:00

The Fine Line is on fire with show announcements!
David Lowery and Johnny Hickman of Cracker have just announced a show at the Fine Line at the beginning of February.
If you are reading this and you have not heard of Cracker you my fellow blogger are sadly mistaking! There songs "Low" "Teen Angst" "Get off This" and my personal favorite "Euro Trash Girl." If that still doesn't ring a bell check out YouTube - I know you know the jams!

And if you are a Camper Van Beethoven fan you will also recognize the name as David Lowery was the founding member of that band as well.

This tour they will be doing an unplugged and acoustic version of their songs, David Lowery and Johnny Hickman will not have a full backing band: they are the band!

Fine Line tickets are on sale now for this event. Cracker has a pretty dedicated fan base so if you want to go to the show you may want to purchase your Fine Line tickets now!

David Lowery and Johnny Hickman
Saturday, February 20th, 2010 18+
opening acts TBA

Everclear Tickets

2009-12-17T12:59:00.000-08:00

Finally! It looks like the Fine Line has added a couple of shows to their calendar! And even shows that I might go to, one of them just announced is Everclear - one of my all time favorite bands. I have been a fan since I was in 7th grade, I've stuck by them through all the line up changes, the behind the music, etc. I always go and see them. I hope I will be able to make it to this show!

Everclear is touring in support of their new album (appropriately titled) "In a Different Light."

Everclear has went through several line up changes over the years, with the only original member in it being founder Art Alexakis. The other current members are pretty much hired musicians as follows:
- Johnny Hawthorn – rhythm guitar, backing vocals
- Freddy Herrera – bass guitar, backing vocals
- Sasha Smith – keyboards, piano
- Jordan Plosky – drums percussion

Fine Line tickets for this event go on sale Saturday, December 19th. If you want to go I would buy your Everclear tickets now - they will sell out.

See you at the show!

Shannon Curfman tickets

2009-12-03T12:51:00.000-08:00

North Dakota's songstress, Shannon Curfman will be in playing a show at the Fine Line on Friday, February 12th. Born in North Dakota, Shannon now resides in Minneapolis. The list of musucians that she has played with is not one to scoff at: John Mellencamp, Buddy Guy, George Thorogood and The Indigo Girls to name a few. And in the past her albums have been produced by Johnny Lang, another North Dakota native that loves to sing the blues.

Shannon Curfman has been recording tracks for her follow up album to "Loud Guitars, Big Suspicions" which was supposed to be released in summer 2009. This may be the show where Shannon showcases some of her new material before her album comes out.

Fine Line tickets go on sale this weekend for Shannon Curfman's show. The reviews of her live performances have been great so buy your Fine Line tickets now so you are not out on this fun show!

Brian Culbertson tickets

2009-11-30T12:59:00.000-08:00

So if you have looked at the Fine Line Music Calendar recently, you will see that there is not much going on national concert wise. The only upcoming event that caught my eye, Brian Culbertson. Brian Culbertson is a jazz musician from Decatur, Illinois. This particular show is entitled "A Soulful Christmas" so concertgoers can expect a holiday themed set list.

Fine Line tickets are on sale now for the Brian Culbertson show on Wednesday, November 9th. I am not sure of the live show following that Brian Culbertson has, however, holiday themed shows are always great sellers and as the date approaches availability becomes scarce. During the holiday season people are looking for things to do, something to add to a special occasion, etc.

In the mean time, where on earth are all of the good shows at the Fine Line? I know its not my favorite place to see a show at, but there has not been a show I've wanted to see there in ages! What is going on?

Gear Daddies tickets on sale Monday!

2009-11-20T10:48:00.000-08:00

The Gear Daddies have just announced their first annual holiday show of the year at the Fine Line. Fine Line tickets for this event usually sell out so fast the Gear Daddies add another show. So if you want to go be sure to buy your Fine Line tickets now before they are gone.

Martin Zellar and the gang always have their holiday show at the Fine Line. They have not released an album in quite some time, however, their holiday season shows are always something that local music fans look forward to. The Gear Daddies have not played a local show since their Minnesota Zoo Amphitheater show last summer, which was also a hot ticket.

Gear Daddies at the Fine Music Cafe
Saturday, December 26th 2009
Tickets on sale Monday!!!!

Fine Line Tickets Available Now!

2009-11-08T11:37:00.000-08:00

I was trolling through the upcoming events at the Fine Line and I noticed that there are not too many. Fine Line tickets are on sale now for the following shows:

Vertical Horizon - Monday, November 9th

The Script - Thursday, November 12th

Spencer Day - Tuesday, November 17th

Brian Culbertson - Wednesday, December 9th

The Fine Line's Concert Calendar looks a little lacking during the month of December, too. I wonder what is going on? I know that the Fine Line rents out their space to people who want to have corporate parties or maybe their wedding reception. Maybe with the (omg, sorry, but I am going to say it!) HOLIDAYS the month of December is already spoken for. Usually December is a pretty busy concert month, everyone wants to get their tour finished so they can go home and rest over the first of the year.

The Script with Romantica

2009-11-02T12:55:00.000-08:00

Thursday, November 12th local band Romantica is opening for the Ireland duo, The Script. It is fitting that they are on tour together and certainly no mistake, Romantica has a deep Irish heritage which influences the majority of their songs.

I have actually seen Romantica. 2 times ago when Ryan Adams was in town they opened for him. Although I am a little confused, all of the information I have read about Romantica lists them as a band, however, when I saw them it was just one guy and one guitar. I figured something must have been special about him seeing as Ryan had no supporting act announced for his tour and Romantica was a last minute addition.

Fine Line tickets for this show are on sale now. I would expect a big turnout for this show. Romantica is local and The Script had a bigger single a while back. Both acts not my taste, but I am sure tickets will sell fast!

Are you a Travis fan?

2009-10-22T13:19:00.000-07:00

If you have ever listened to Cities 97 you have no doubt heard that horrifyingly annoying song called "Jupiter" by late 90's / early 2000's adult contemporary band, Travis. Well, it seems that the band as a whole has taken a break and two of the members are touring together: Fran Healy and Andy Dunlop.
They are calling the tour "A Chronological Acoustical Journey Through the Travis Back Catalogue: Laugh Out Loud Stories, Scottish Accents, Handsome Scottish Men, Naked Torsos." Since they are the only guys on the road, the songs will all be acoustic. They are also using this tour as a means to test new Travis material to smaller audiences.
I read a review of the Austin show and it said that there was a slide show part of the concert where Fran and Andy took turns telling stories. I suppose if you were a big Travis fan this would be a dream come true!

Fine Line tickets are on sale now for this event. I am not sure how crazy of a ticket this is going to be - I do know that Travis has a huge following - they have had quite a few hit singles. If you want to go buy your Fine Line tickets now.

Fran Healy and Andy Dunlop: the men responsible for "Jupiter"
Don't miss their show Sunday, October 25th - 18+

Plans for Halloween?

2009-10-19T15:49:00.000-07:00

If you are looking for something fun and out of the usual party scene for Halloween this year, the Fine Line may be your place. They are having their annual Masquerade Ball with the New Orleans band, the Radiators. The cover is pretty cheap if you buy Fine Line tickets ahead of time (I hear they are more the day of the show).

I have not been to the Fine Line Masquerade Ball. The last 2 years I have went to First Avenue's Halloween Party. I can tell you from experience that is a great time! They have Thriller dancers (which I am sure will be even more popular this year as will the Michael Jackson costumes) and there is a costume contest. Last year the group of guys who dressed up as the Ghost Busters. Not only did they have the backpacks and jumpsuits down to perfection, but they also arrived in an almost exact replica of the station wagon that the Ghostbusters drove around in.

Both Fine Line tickets and First Avenue tickets are on sale for their Halloween celebrations. First Avenue's is 18+ and the Fine Line's is 21+

A Fine Frenzy frenzies up the Fine Line next month!

2009-10-15T08:41:00.000-07:00

The former VH1 'You Outta Know Artist' A Fine Frenzy (Alison Sudol) will be in town next month for an almost sold out show at the Fine Line Music Cafe. Fine Line tickets are on sale now for the show, but A Fine Frenzy has sold out every show played here in Minneapolis, so buy Fine Line tickets asap if you want to go!

A Fine Frenzy is currently on tour in support of her new album, "Bomb in a Birdcage." Born in Seattle, Washington, Sudol graduated high school and started college at the age of 16. It was shortly after her completion of college she went to Austin's South by Southwest Festival where she opened for the Stooges. Gaining an audience at one of the most prestigious music festivals in the world her debut album, "One Cell in the Sea" sold reasonably well.

If you are wondering where her name "A Fine Frenzy" is from you may recognize it from Shakespeare's A Midsummer Night's Dream.

Thursday, November 5th at the Fine Line Music Cafe - with special guests Landon Pig and Among the Oak and Ash // 18+ Show

I won't be making it to this one - Snoop Dogg AND Har Mar are in town on the same night!

Sold Out Show: Ingrid Michaelson

2009-10-12T13:00:00.000-07:00

If are looking for Ingrid Michaelson tickets at the Fine Line Music Cafe next week you may be standing outside in the cold! The show is totally sold out - there are no Fine Line tickets to be found for this show.

Ingrid Michaelson is known for her song "The Way I Am" which has been featured in 'Scrubs' 'Grey's Anatomy' 'One Tree Hill' and an Old Navy ad campaign. This could explain her popularity - she sold out the 1000+ spaces in the Fine Line relatively fast.

Ingrid Michaelson is on tour in support of her new album "Everybody" which was released this past August. It has done reasonably well, making it to number 18 on the charts! For a little girl from New York writing songs and touring she is doing very well for herself!

I won't be making it to this show, there are no tickets, but good luck to you!

Ingrid Michaelson, Wednesday, October 21st at the Fine Line Music Cafe - Matthew Perryman Jones opens the show 18+

Moby has been moved to the Fine Line

2009-09-23T13:21:00.000-07:00

In the wake of the Myth's indefinite closing it looks like the Moby concert has been moved to the Fine Line Music Cafe. This is quite a difference in expected attendance, the Myth probably holds around 3000 people whereas the Fine Line holds only about 1000. Somehow though, Fine Line tickets are available for the show which is Thursday, October 1st. Myth Nightclub tickets will be honored for this event.

Moby is on tour in support of his new album, "Wait for Me" which was released last week.

It is too bad that the Myth is closed, it creates so many headaches and confusion for promoters and fans that just want to go to a show. And not to mention that the Fine Line is going to be so packed for this show! The show will be a little too packed for my taste, so if you're going have fun and be sure to buy your Fine Line tickets as soon as possible.

Pete Yorn is just around the corner

2009-08-04T10:59:00.000-07:00

Time flies when you're having fun in the summer, right?
It was just awhile ago that Pete Yorn announced not one, but 2 shows at the Fine Line and that is already next week. Fine Line Music Cafe tickets are on sale now for the both shows next week. I don't think either one is sold out, but they will so buy your Fine Line tickets soon!

Be sure to check out Pete Yorn and Scartlett Johanson's "Break Up" album of duets this fall, I am sure you will get an earful about the special side project at the shows next week!

See you at the show!

2009-07-22T14:23:00.001-07:00

R&B singer Montell Jordan has just announced a show in September at the Fine Line.
If you find yourself asking "Who is Montell Jordan?" I assure you, you have heard a Montell Jordan - if you have ever watched a movie with a party scene in it there is no doubt "This Is How We Do It" was played.

In case you cannot remember here is the video (I couldn't get the video to post in my blog so all I have is the link!)

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=qZwcNu1xg_A

Fine Line Music Cafe tickets go on sale Friday for the Montell Jordan show!

Montell Jordan, Friday, September 25th 2009 - this show is 21+

Get Your Two Way Monologues Ready!!

2009-07-09T12:40:00.000-07:00

Norway's one, the only, Sondre Lerche just announced a show at the Fine Line for a show on September 20th - which is only one week before the VIKINGS HOME OPENER!!! That of course will be a big deal because Brett Favre will a Viking. Ok, I know nothing has been announced yet, but come on, they bought a condo in Edina! What more proof do you need!?

Anyways, back to Sondre Lerche. He will be touring in support of his new album 'Hearbeat Radio' on September 8th. Fine Line tickets for Sondre Lerche's show go on sale tomorrow.

If you think his name sounds familiar you may recognize his name and face from the movie 'Dan in Real Life' where he not only did the entire soundtrack, but also is in the movie with has band during the wedding scene at the end of the movie. I was pleastanly suprised not only how good the movie was, but it was nice seeing one of my favorite musicians in a movie. The year that I lived in Milwaukee and kept to myself I listened to a lot of Sondre Lerche!

See you at the show!

Crash, I'm the Last Splash

2009-06-29T11:36:00.000-07:00

Hold your hats! Twin sisters Kim and Kelly Deal are bringing their Breeders act to Minneapolis. Even if you're not quite sure who the Breeders are, you for sure know the name Kim Deal. She was in that little band you might have heard of called the Pixies.

The Breeders released Fate Fatal in April of this year and are touring in support of it. Fine Line tickets are on sale now for this show.

Fun trivia fact: Kelly Deal used to live in St. Paul for a brief period of time in late 1990's. AND she was in a band called 'Last Hard Men' with none other than Sebastian Bach and Jimmy Chamberlin. They recorded an album in 1997, however, it was not released until 2001 because they could not find a label to release it.
I wonder if Kelly Deal still lives here? Regardless, I'm sure she will have a lot of local friends on the Fine Line guest list.

Not One, But Two Pete Yorns!

2009-06-25T09:57:00.000-07:00

As if one show wasn't enough - Pete Yorn will be playing not one but two shows at the Fine Line. Pete Yorn is touring in support of his new album "Back and Forth" which was released on the 23rd.
I had no idea that Pete Yorn was so popular. Apparently he has a huge live show following that necessitates two back to back shows at the Fine Line. This is surprising to me because he has not had a single that has recieved any air play since his "Music for the Morning After" album - which I will admit, I totally owned a copy of. I had a huge crush on Pete Yorn when that album came out ... I couldn't resist.

To further prove his fan base here is an interesting piece of information: during the iTunes pre-sale, BACK AND FOURTH sold 11,672 digital copies, driving the album to Top 10 status (reached No. 4 on iTunes Album Chart) before it had even been officially released.

I stand corrected. Perhaps Pete Yorn will sell out both shows at the Fine Line. Maybe there are that many people that still listen to him! In that case it would be in your best interest to decide on the show you want to go to buy your Fine Line tickets accordingly. Apparently Pete Yorn tickets are a hot commodity.

Catch Pete Yorn at the Fine Line Wednesday, August 12th and Thursday, August 13th.

Basilica Block Party Battle of the Bands!

2009-06-16T11:47:00.000-07:00

The Basilica Block Party is July 10th and 11th this year. There are actually a few pretty good acts this year for Basilica, they must have fired the person doing the booking the past few years. Because the past few years the Basilica Block Party has had some real clunkers as far as headliners, but this year they have the Black Crowes, The Jayhawks, Counting Crows, The Hold Steady and Tapes n Tapes.

But before the party even begins there is a contest at the Fine Line Music Cafe that has been going on and will continue for the next few weeks for a spot on one of the stages at the Block Party.

So, Thursday, June 18th there will a round of Battle of the Bands at the Basilica Block Party. Fine Line tickets are not needed for this event, however, there is only a 4 dollar cover at the door. There are three bands competing at this round: Dim Light Shining, Stealing Seconds, & Postina.

If you're looking for something cheap to do on a Thursday night it looks like this is your best bet!

Cheap Cover for a Saturday Night

2009-06-04T09:06:00.000-07:00

There are not a lot of great concerts coming to the Fine Line on their upcoming events calendar, but the Fine Line concert calendar is packed with a lot of local shows. If you're looking for something fun to do this coming Saturday that does not involve Grand Ole Days in St. Paul, you can check out the tribute show at the Fine Line. No Fine Line tickets are needed for this show, there is only a $6 cover. For a cover downtown on a Saturday night that is really not that bad!

The cover show on Saturday showcases music from Radiohead, Pink Floyd, and Rush. An interesting line up, I know.
The line ups are as follows:

What's That? A Radiohead Project (check them out here!)

Exit Stage Right (Rush)

The Mad Buggers (Pink Floyd)

The Fine Line calendar is packed with local bands and events so if you are looking to see local talent or looking to find a cheap cover at a bar.

I will be at Treasure Island all weekend, so if you go to the show let me know how it was!

Australian Comedian Coming to the Fine Line

2009-05-27T14:04:00.000-07:00

Jim Jeffries, the Australian born comedian will be in Minneapolis for a stand up show on (are you ready for the most futuristic date possible?) Saturday, October 10th! Fine Line tickets for this show go on sale this weekend, but I really don't see the rush for the on sale - the event is months away!

Jim Jeffries is known for his work with BBC Television, starring in such shows as Never Mind the Buzzcocks, Have I Got News For You, Heaven and Earth and 8 out of 10 Cats. Jim Jeffries is currently filming his sitcom The Jim Jeffries Show and has recorded an HBO 1 Hour Comedy Special at the Skirball Center at NYU which will be released later this spring.

Fine Line Music Cafe tickets will be available this weekend for the show - he sounds like a funny guy - don't miss out!

Jim Jeffries - October 10th at the Fine Line

See 'Rapper's Delight' Live! One night only!!

2009-05-19T11:03:00.000-07:00

There hasn't been a lot of fun shows at the Fine Line lady, sorry blog, I do what I can! I did see a show coming that did catch my eye for pure nostalgia reasons, which is the Sugar Hill Gang. I had no idea that they were even still a band, let alone touring! But regardless I am sure it would be fun to see such a staple in the world of rap music.
Everyone knows the Sugar Hill Gang - if you don't remember "Rapper's Delight" from them you for sure remember the part in the Wedding Singer where Ellen Albertine Dow gets on stage in sings "A hip hop a hibby to the hibby, etc." You cannot forget that memorable movie moment of an elderly lady rapping.

Anyways, if you would like to buy Fine Line tickets for this show they are on sale now!

Wednesday, June 24th 2009 at the Fine Line Music Cafe

The Fine Line and I are taking a break. End of story.

2009-04-22T14:25:00.000-07:00

It has finally happened. I was on a roll there for awhile, having a good relationship with the Fine Line, but it happened. I am now officially on a break with the Fine Line. Our relationship hit a rock last night and unless I really really really love the band I am going to keep my distance. It is really for the best, it saves a world of frustration.
So last night I went to see Peter Bjorn and John at the Fine Line (life was too busy for me to make it there in time for Chairlift - which was too bad because I love the song from the iPod commercial). Fine Line tickets for this show must have sold out because once again you could not move in the Fine Line. I think that the reason the Fine Line differs from First Ave so much is simply the way it is layed out. The Fine Line is a much narrower space making it impossible to see if you're stuck way in the back like Sara and I were last night. Ugh! It just wasn't any fun! Who enjoys standing in the back behind a pole that is blocking your way all the while people are shoving their way past you and hitting your arm every 5 seconds and spilling your beer! Not me. I left before the encore and I didn't even get to hear "young folks."
Frustrating!

Don't get me wrong, I love supporting the Fine Line and the acts that play there by going there as much as I can. But I go to soo many concerts that I have to have some standards!

Next Up: The Sounds at the Varsity!

BJM Show at the Fine Line!

2009-04-01T10:37:00.000-07:00

It has taken me a few days to recover from the Brian Jonestown Massacre show last week to say the least. The night ended in a cab ride I don't remember and one hell of a show! The original members (Anton, Matt, and Joel) were all touring this time around. I never thought that I would get to see Joel play the ol' tambourine! But I did! And I got to hear all of the great Matt Hollywood jams and all the Anton jams. I truly cannot tell you how wonderful of a show it was. I wish I could see it again this Thursday! Fine Line tickets for this event were not sold out, however, the Fine Line was packed. You could not even move on the balcony at all.

I have some great pictures, I'll post them when I am back at my computer!

Next up: Peter Bjorn and John on the 21st of April!!!!

Here are some pictures from the very hazy night!

I can't wait to see them again!!

Different Day, same show!

2009-03-19T13:25:00.000-07:00

Hello there!
It's been awhile since I've updated, but I'm still going to write about how excited I am to see the Brian Jonestown Massacre next week. One week from today! Whoo hoo!
I have my Fine Line tickets for this show. All of my best friends are going to the show, too. And it's not every day that you get to see your favorite band :)
I really wanted to get the table

Also, on the21st of April Peter Bjorn and John (one of my new favorite bands!) will be in town for a show at the Fine Line. Fine Line tickets for this show will definitely sell out, they have a pretty big following via 89.3 the Current. They are another band that I have fallen for by my satellite radio.

If you are not doing anything on the 26th I HIGHLY suggest you venture down to the Fine Line. You will get the privilege of seeing one of the best bands that no one knows about!

See you there!

Anton and Co. are coming back!

2009-01-22T13:02:00.000-08:00

The mad genius himself, Anton Newcombe / Brian Jonestown Massacre, is coming back to the Fine Line on March 26th.
Everyone knows Anton from the movie, DIG!, but those who can look past the movie and see the true talent behind Anton Newcombe are pleasantly bombarded with one of the most extensive and astonishing music catalogs of today. The band that Anton tours with now does not entrance the audience the way it used to, but it's still a privilege to be in the presence of someone so talented.

In case you haven't noticed, I am a HUGE fan.

Fine Line tickets for this show are going to be A LOT easier to get than last time they were in town. Schell's beer sponsored the event so the ONLY way to get tickets was to go to Schell's Beer sponsored events at certain bars and put your name in a drawing and hope that your name gets drawn. I never won a single ticket! And Schell's Beer is gross! But I got to go anyways, my friends won multiple times!

see you at the show!
Tickets are on sale now!

Fine Line is still Fine

2009-01-09T12:05:00.000-08:00

Sorry I haven’t been updating my Fine Line blog much, but let me quiet the rumors that the Fine Line Music Cafe is not doing well. As far as I know the Fine Line is doing just fine. I often have people asking me of cool Minneapolis places to bring out of town guests and the Fine Line Music Cafe always tops my list of recommends. They have quality live music with top notch acoustics and clean modern bathrooms (100 times better than First Ave, trust me!) and the ambiance is relaxing enough to visit with your guests, but definitely not boring.

The Fine Line has good pictures of the clubs inside on their website. Check it out here if you are wondering what to expect.

Dave Matthews tribute band - Trippin Billies

2008-11-06T11:25:00.000-08:00

A couple of weeks ago a friend of mine checked out Trippin' Billies, the supposed best Dave Matthews cover band. I am not too knowledgeable on the music of Dave Matthews, but my friend says that the band sounded just like the real one.

Even though it was a cover band, Fine Line tickets for this event were a hot item. Never in a million years could you buy a Dave Matthews band ticket for less than $100 dollars, but the cover band only charged a $15 cover. It's an affordable alternative to the real thing.

Trippin' Billies are from Chicago and gained a strong following from their days at Luther College. They started out just like any other band, working their way from basements to clubs and then clubs all over the midwest. Based on their 'about me' on their Myspace page, the band sells out venues much larger than the Fine Line, so next time they are in town Fine Line tickets may be just as difficult as Dave Matthews band tickets to find!

It sounds like they tour the midwest extensively, so look for them in a town near you!

Fastball at the Fine Line!

2008-10-28T12:22:00.000-07:00

Late 90's rockers, Fastball, will be in town for a show at the Fine Line on Friday, November 21st. The Austin, Texas trio will be touring in support of their album, 'Little White Lies,' which will be out in 2009. Their albums have been few and far between since their late 90's hit "All the Pain Money Can Buy."

Unlike the Eagles of Death Metal show in a couple of weeks, Fine Line tickets for this event will still probably be hanging around even on the day of the show. Although the band has toured extensively since their hits 'The Way' and my personal favorite, 'Fire Escape' Fastball has not achieved that level of airplay.

Fine Line tickets for this event are on sale now! I don't know if I will make it to the show, I might be a little Fine Lined out from Mercury Rev and Eagles of Metal!

Nada Surf at Fine Line

2008-10-21T13:21:00.000-07:00

Nada Surf is coming to the Fine Line on Friday November 28th – the day after Thanksgiving. So get over your turkey hangover and head out to the Fine Line to party. Nada Surf is out promoting its new album “Lucky” – their restless rock style shines through in this album and the show is going to be a good one. I would venture to even say that some of the songs on the album are love songs or maybe “almost love” songs. I want to get my girlfriends together and head over to see Nada Surf live.

One of my favorite parts about this particular show is that the Fine Line is offering their VIP Gold seating which means if you have some extra cash (I don’t, but wish I did) then you can reserve a table along the rail of the mezzanine (extra $60) or on the rear floor (extra $30) If I had the money, I would prefer a table on the rail of the mezz for this type of show. Plus, since you get dinner and drinks, you will be sitting a lot of the night anyway and on the rail will be a better view than the rear floor. The extra money gets applied to your food/drink bill so you aren’t necessarily out the money, you just have to provide it up front with the ticket purchase. It would be nice to have a reserved seat at the Fine Line since it gets crowded especially the Friday after Thanksgiving.

Mercury Rev at the Fine Line!

2008-10-14T11:21:00.000-07:00

It's not often that band with such a distinct sound like Mercury Rev is from the United States, when you hear their music you would assume that their origin would be from the United Kingdom.
Mercury Rev will be here for a show at the Fine Line Music Cafe on Friday, December 12th.

Fine Line tickets for this show may go very fast due to the fact Mercury Rev have not played in Minneapolis in several years. They were supposed open for the Doves show in the winter of 2006, but the concert was canceled due to illness. That was so long ago it was at the Quest Club! It's been ages since I have thought of that place!

The Duke Spirit opens the show!

Fine Line tickets for this event will be much easier to find than the Gear Daddies show at the end of December so get your tickets soon!

Fine Line Music Café – Check it Out!

2008-10-14T08:16:00.000-07:00

The Fine Line Music Café is a cool place to hang out. If you haven’t been there before, make the trip, it’s worth it. Their address is 318 First Avenue North, Minneapolis, MN 55401 – want to map it? Click here.

It’s a trendy cool place to listen to music and just hang out. They have a wide variety of events including FREE events and who couldn’t use a little free right now?! Their website is probably the best place to get information on daily happenings. If you see a big name coming and the Fine Line says it’s sold out, you can always check with local ticket brokers like Ticket King to see if they have any tickets. Ticket King has an office in Minneapolis on the corner of Chicago and Washington over by the Dome (or the DOOM as I like to call it).Sometimes you pay a little more, but at least you get in even at the last minute. Don’t be afraid of the Fine Line, make plans to get out there soon!

Eagles of Death Metal!!!!

2008-10-07T09:27:00.000-07:00

Eagles of Death Metal have just announced a show at the Fine Line on Saturday, November 8th. You may recognize Eagles of Death metal music from commercials and from the credits of one of my personal favorite movies, Beerfest!

The band, Josh Homme and Jesse Hughes, are going on tour in supprt of their new album, 'Heart On.' I have seen Eagles of Death Metal several times, the last time I paid over $50 for a Strokes ticket just so I could see Eagles of Death Metal. They are a fun dance rock band that I highly reccommend checking out. Fine Line Music tickets for this show will sell out, each time I have seen EOFDM the show has definitely sold out!

Eagles of Death Metal, Saturday, November 8th @ the Fine Line

Last Minute Secret Machines Show Announced!!

2008-07-03T13:55:00.001-07:00

With only 2 weeks to spare the Secret Machines have announced a last minute show at the Fine Line Music Cafe. It kind of took me by surprise that they announced the show so late, but sometimes the last minute ones are the more fun, seeing as there is less time to wait for the show (hello, Spiritualized!)

Fine Line tickets for this show will go super fast, as the Secret Machines have sold out all their previous shows in Minneapolis.

The Secret Machines will be at the Fine Line Saturday, July 19th, 2008. Tickets go on sale Saturday, July 5th.

See you at the show!
Maybe if I keep my fingers crossed BRMC will be the opener? Haha, just wishful thinking!!!

Laugh Attack with Joe Rogan at the Fine Line!

2008-06-20T12:31:00.000-07:00

The man from Fear Factor, UFC, and Newsradio will be doing his stand up comedy routine one night only. Unlike Chris Rock or Kathy Griffin, Joe Rogan will not be playing at the Orpheum Theater, but he will be playing at the Fine Line Music Cafe. Fine Line tickets for this show will sell out fast, seeing as Joe Rogan has such a dedicated fan base. I wasn't even a fan of his work until I saw his stand up. It's a lot better than his work on Fear Factor.

Joe Rogan Friday, August 8th at the Fine Line - Doors at 8pm, Show starts at 9pm
Tickets go on sale Saturday!

Past Shows at the Fine Line

2008-06-03T09:43:00.000-07:00

I have seen some of my favorite bands at the Fine Line, I only wish that some of them would come back!
The first time that I went to the Fine Line, there was not a Fine Line ticket to be had. It was the first Kings of Leon tour in support of their 'Youth and Young Manhood' album. The whole place was packed, absolutely packed - you could not move, let alone travel around to go to the bathroom or get a beer.

I also remember when I bought Fine Line tickets to Black Rebel Motorcycle Club years ago and then the show was canceled because the band was dropped from Virgin Records. When they were dropped they lost their tour support and couldn't afford to go on the road. For a super fan like me that was pretty diaspointing.

(Peter Hayes, my love!)

I wish the Fine Line was a little bigger, or at least they sold less tickets to their shows; because when a show is sold out, you can't move inside the building!

The Kooks Are Officially Sold Out

2008-05-27T13:07:00.000-07:00

If you were looking forward to seeing The Kooks this Saturday, May 31st you may want to find other plans.
Sadly, the show is COMPLETELY sold out. I went to the box office to see about Fine Line Tickets for this show and the kind of laughed at me I asked if they still had tickets available.

Matthew Ryan Show Announced!!

2008-05-22T10:26:00.000-07:00

One of my favorite saddest/angriest/awesome singer songwriters, Matthew Ryan, is coming back to Minneapolis for a show at the Fine Line. The last time Matthew Ryan was in town he was opening for Gary Jules who was on tour in support of his "Mad World" fame from Donnie Darko.
Because Matthew Ryan was a supporting act he only played for half an hour, so I'm really excited that he will be playing a full headliner set.

Fine Line Music Cafe tickets for this show will sell fast, Matthew Ryan has been in town in awhile!
Tickets are on sale now!

Matthew Ryan - Sunday, June 22nd, Doors at 7pm, Music starts at 8pm 18+

Ours at the Fine Line!

2008-05-05T12:30:00.000-07:00

New show announcement!!
Jimmy Gnecco's brainchild, Ours, will be at the Fine Line for a show on Thursday, June 12th.
Ours had radio and critical success with the "Distorted Lullabies" release in 2000. Going on a 6 year hiatus after the release of Lullabies. Now it seems as though he is making up for lost time with releasing and album in 2007 and 2008. "Mi" and this year's Mercy (Dancing for the Death of an Imaginary Enemy) are Gnecco's last two releases.
Both releases are critically acclaimed though they have not had too much commercial success. Fine Line tickets for this show are on sale for the June 12th Ours show.
Gnecco and his band are known for their intense live shows (echoing Jeff Buckely's) so the tickets are sure to sell out!

Ours with special guests God or Julie and Plain Jane Automobile
Thursday, June 12th, 2008 - doors at 7pm, music at 8pm

President's of the USA at the Fine Line!

2008-04-25T14:08:00.000-07:00

Let nostalgia take it's course in May when The President's of the United States of America take the stage at the Fine Line Tuesday, May 6th. I am sure that Fine Line tickets for this show will still be available up until show time, as the interest for the band has goen down a bit since their mega hits "Lump" and "Peaches" hit the airwaves in '95. If I heard "Peaches" on the radio today, I would not doubt sing along, not missing a word.

Regardless, The Presidents of the United States of America are not just on a reunion tour, but are touring in support of their new album, Pure Frosting.

Fine Line tickets for this event are on sale now!

The Presidents of the United States of America with special guests The Black and White Years; Tuesday, May 4th - Doors @ 8pm, music @ 9pm - 18+

Bravery Show at the Fine Line

2008-04-22T08:47:00.000-07:00

Even though Fine Line tickets for this show didn't completely sell out, which was kind of nice. For once you could actually move around!
However, I still had to stand in the back. I got there in time to see one of the opening bands who looked like a couple frat boys from Australia (I was VERY jealous of their tan!)
Other than that, they weren't too much to write home about.
The Bravery played all their hits from their new and old album like "Believe," "This is not the End," "Time Won't Let Me Go," and "An Honest Mistake." The Bravery managed to play all the songs I wanted to hear, but didn't really wow me with the way they performed them. I had seen them before at Roy Wilkins opening for the Smashing Pumpkins. I attributed that show being a little under par simply because Roy Wilkins is built like a high school gymnasium.
I can't complain too much because I got my $15 worth, but I don't know if I would go out of my way to see them again.
The show really got me in concert mode, though. Only a week and half until I get to see Black Rebel Motorcycle Club in Madison!!! Now that is a band I would definitely go back to the Fine Line to see!!!

The Bravery Just Annonced at the Fine Line!!!

2008-03-10T13:13:00.000-07:00

Dance pop band, The Bravery, will be at the Fine Line next month!

The Bravery have toured extensively since the release of their album The Sun and the Moon last summer. Not only have they headlined their own tour, but they also opened for the Smashing Pumpkins on their tour last fall.

This time around they are touring in support of the re-release of The Sun and the Moon: The Complete. It will feature unreleased tracks, which in the weeks prior to the release (which is March 18th) each track will be made available on iTunes on a weekly basis.

Fine Line tickets for this event are sure to sell out seeing as the Bravery has sold out all of their previous shows in Minneapolis! They have played at The Varsity, Roy Wilkins Auditorium and now the Fine Line!

While I Google image searched a picture of the Bravery to put here, I found something that made me love the band even more; a picture with one of my favorite guys in the whole world, Mr. Dave Grohl:

The Bravery: Sunday, April 20th, 2008 @ The Fine Line Music Cafe 18+
Doors open at 7 pm, music starts at 8 pm

Har Mar at the Fine Line Music Cafe!!!

2008-02-18T14:18:00.000-08:00

In less than one weeks a local music star will be back in Minneapolis! Minnesota's own Har Mar Superstar will be in town opening for national act, Sia.

You may not recognize the name, Sia, but she is the voice behind Thievery Corporation, which you may know and love from the Garden State soundtrack.

Fine Line Music Cafe tickets for this show will certainly sell out because of Har Mar's hometown fans (myself included). I bought my Har Mar Superstar ticket weeks ago so I wouldn't be standing out in the cold!

Last Night at the Fine Line Music Cafe

2008-01-31T09:04:00.000-08:00

Last night at the Fine Line, The Editors, Hot Hot Heat, and Louis XIV played a sold out show to an audience that couldn't wait for all three bands to take the stage. There were so many people in the Fine Line that you could barely move to get a drink, go to the bathroom, or retrieve your coat from coat check, which was necessary on a very cold Minnesota night!
I enjoyed all the bands, but Hot Hot Heat was my favorite. The Editors just sound like Interpol too much - not that it's a bad thing, but I just can't shake it from their sound.
Hot Hot Heat, however, delivered a great, loud, and very danceable show. They played a lot of their older stuff, mainly the songs that made me a fan.
As we were walking out of the Fine Line Music Cafe into the below zero weather, I was handed a flier for a Louis XIV show at the Varsity Theater in March.

Like Fine Line Music Cafe tickets, Varsity Theater tickets sell fast!

Louis XIV will be at the Varsity Theater Sunday, March 23rd, 2008 - 7pm door, 8 pm show 18+

Next up at the Fine Line on my calendar is Sia, but more importantly it is the opening act, Har Mar Superstar that I am going to see!

Fine Line Music Cafe

2008-01-28T08:10:00.000-08:00

The Fine Line Music Cafe is located at 318 First Avenue in Minneapolis aka the Warehouse District. There are a lot of great events at the Fine Line so this Minneapolis Music girl thought I should start a blog. Check back often for Fine Line Concert updates and reviews.