If you love live music, there's no time like the present when it comes to getting out and about in Minneapolis. From an icon's farewell tour to a bluegrass band concert, here are the local shows worth checking out this week.
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Pert Near Sandstone's Winter String Band Gathering with Feeding Leroy
Stop by the Cedar Cultural Center on Friday evening to hear both Pert Near Sandstone and Feeding Leroy. Pert Near Sandstone was created a decade ago in a Minneapolis basement and the bluegrass band has been growing ever since. The family-based Feeding Leroy is country music with unique lyricism and a gospel undertone.
When: Friday, February 22, 8 p.m.
Where: The Cedar Cultural Center, 416 Cedar Ave. South
Price: $14
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Elton John at Target Center
The famous Elton John brings his talents to the Target Center for his Farewell Yellow Brick Road Tour.
When: Thursday, February 21, 8 p.m.
Where: 600 N. First Ave.
Price: $179-$4,029
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New Orleans Suspects with Mae Simpson - Mardi Gras "Boil"
Come listen to bands such as the New Orleans Suspects, Jaedyn James & The Hunger and the Mae Simpson Band. Highlights of the evening include a crawfish boil and a meet and greet with the bands after the show.
When: Friday, February 22, 8:30 p.m.
Where: Bunker's Music Bar & Grill, 761 Washington Ave. North
Price: $25-$50
