If you love to take advantage of the live music offerings near you, this week offers several great reasons to leave the house.
From a medieval concert to an all-cat band, read on for a local music to-do list to fill your calendar this week.
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The King Khan and BBQ Show
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The King Khan and BBQ Show make their triumphant return to Minneapolis after nearly a three-year absence. Appearances by Local bangers Murf and Butchers Union as well. Come out and celebrate the first concert in the PNA Hall summer concert series.
When: Tuesday, Aug. 13, 7 p.m.-midnight
Where: The Polish Hall (PNA), 1304 Fourth St. NE
Price: $15
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Stary Olsa - Medieval Belarusian Music
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The Museum of Russian Art is pleased to present Stary Olsa. High energy Early Music on real medieval instruments! If rock 'n' roll had been invented 500 years ago, Stary Olsa is what it would sound like. Join us in the main gallery of The Museum of Russian Art for the return of this renowned group of musicians.
When: Wednesday, Aug. 14, 7:30-9 p.m.
Where: The Museum of Russian Art, 5500 Stevens Ave.
Price: $10 (Student (with ID)); $15 (TMORA Member); $18 (General Admission)
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Sencacion Thursdays at Union Rooftop "Grand Opening"
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Hello Minneapolis, Escape Latin Parties Mn & Junito Sensatioon Present: Sencacion Thursdays at Union Rooftop. Every Thursday starting Aug. 15 will be hosted at Union Rooftop. If you love our Friday night parties at Mansion then join us to create some new memories in downtown. Music by DJ Angel Ramirez, DJ Yo Fabs and DJ James. Mixing the best Latin, dance and hip-hop music all night long.
When: Thursday, Aug. 15, 10 p.m.-2 a.m.
Where: Union Rooftop, 731 Hennepin Ave.
Price: Free
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Hewing Rooftop Concert Series featuring Graveyard Club
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Hewing Hotel is proud to welcome Graveyard Club to the rooftop Friday, Aug. 16. Get to know the band: Graveyard Club (Matthew Schufman (vocals, synths), Michael Wojtalewicz (guitar), Cory Jacobs (drums) and Amanda Zimmerman (bass, vocals)) began inspired by a unique list of shared interests: the classic short stories of sci-fi author Ray Bradbury, the music of Ryan Gosling’s little-known band Dead Man’s Bones and a fascination with both '50s crooners and '80s pop music. With an ever-growing reputation as one of Minneapolis' most entertaining and moving live acts, Graveyard Club has released two albums and an EP of their haunting brand of synthpop.
When: Friday, Aug. 16, 7-10 p.m.
Where: Hewing Hotel, 300 N. Washington Ave.
Price: $10
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Minneapolis Meows with the Amazing Acro-cats!
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The Amazing Acro-cats featuring Tuna and the Rock Cats are a troupe of touring performing house cats. This one-of-a-kind, two-hour-long purrformance features talented domesticated house cats rolling on balls, riding skateboards, jumping through hoops and more! The finale is the only all-cat band in the entire world — Tuna and the Rock Cats! The current band lineup features Nola on guitar, Asti on drums, Nue on keyboard, and now some brand new members: Ahi on woodblocks and Albacore on cowbell, Buggles on trumpet and Oz on Saxophone.
When: Thursday, Aug. 15, 7 p.m.
Where: 1500 E. Lake St., Minneapolis, MN 55407
Price: $23
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