There is a ton of great music going on this week in the Twin Cities.  Here are just a few to consider if you are looking for a little live music...

Thursday 9/26:

Will Sparks @ The Marquee
Doors: 9:00pm  Get Tickets
This 20 year-old Australian has been killing the international electro-house scene...  His remix of Blurred Lines (below) has dominated the Beatport charts.  It's a great chance to get your dance on...

Cold War Kids @ First Avenue
Doors: 7:30  $22.00  Get Tickets
With their latest album "Dear Miss Lonelyhearts" released just months ago, they deliver a more polished thoughtful album than we have seen to date.  The addition of Dann Gallucci (Modest Mouse guitarist) on both sides of the soundboard adds a sound and feel you have to experience to appreciate.



Friday 9/27:

Caroline Smith @ First Ave  with Solid Gold
Doors: 8:00  $15  Get Tickets
This is a "local" music 2-fer...  Caroline Smith (and the Goodnight Sleeps) delivers authentic folk instrumentals with an indie rock vibe, bringing a sound that is undeniably captivating.  The addition of Solid Gold sets this up to be one of the best Indie Rock evenings on the calendar for quite a while.


North Mississippi All Stars @ The Cabooze
Doors: 8:00  $15  Get Tickets
With the recent release of the critically acclaimed "World Boogie is Coming", North Mississippi All Stars bring their brand of southern rock.  Make it to this show and there is zero chance your feet don't stomp.


Saturday 9/28

Nine Inch Nails @ Xcel Energy Center:
Doors: 8:00  $35.50 - $97.00  Get Tickets
With the release of "Hesitation Marks", their first album in 5 years, the band reunites to tour North America and beyond.  The album has been well received and the tour has been touted as a "Must See".

Papadosio @ The Cabooze
Doors: 8:30  $15  Get Tickets
Get your electro jam band on...  Blurring the lines between EDM and Jam Band, Papadosio brings a blend of sounds few other attempt.  If you like Umphrey's McGee or STS9, you're gonna want to check these guys out...

White Iron Band @ Northrup
Doors: 5:00  FREE
Get your MN Pride on for free.  Head on over to the U of M campus and pull up a piece of grass on the lawn in front of the Northrup Auditorium.  Be ready for a little foot stompin' honkey tonkin'...