Twin Cities Weekend

Series produced by KBEM

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5 to 8-minute, highly produced heads-ups highlighting great musical activities in the Twin Cities broadly conceived. The pieces feature the musicians, their music, club owners, fans, in short all of those responsible for creating musical experiences.

The Twin Cities is home to many musical forms, including jazz, folk, Latin, gospel and bluegrass to name a few. Each week on Twin Cities weekend, we select an upcoming performance and in 5 to 8 highly produced minutes, give it context. The shows are entertaining and informative. Producer is Phil Nusbaum of KBEM-FM, Minneapolis, and funded by the Minnesota Arts and Cultural Heritage Fund.


783 Pieces

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Covid-19 Inspires New Musical and Performance Directions for Versatile Bassist Liz Draper
From: KBEM
Series: Twin Cities Weekend
Caption: Liz Draper, Credit: Mike Madison
When the New Corona Virus came to Minnesota, it changed Liz Draper’s plans. Instead of playing and touring Liz is stuck like the rest of us at home...

  • Added: Apr 29, 2020
  • Length: 08:00
John Penny Attends to Unfinished Musical Business during Covid-19
From: KBEM
Series: Twin Cities Weekend
Caption: John Penny, Credit: Andrea Canter
Guitarist John Penny composes in multiple styles of course want to record and release it his work. But that is easier said than done, as he explain...

  • Added: Apr 23, 2020
  • Length: 08:00
Tim Sparks Shifts Gears to Complete a University of Wisconsin Guitar Residency Despite Covid-19
From: KBEM
Series: Twin Cities Weekend
Caption: Tim Sparks, Credit: Ali Hasbach
Tim Sparks is one of the most versatile guitarists you’ll ever meet. That’s why he was asked to be in residence in the Guitar program of the univer...

  • Added: Apr 22, 2020
  • Length: 08:00
Minnesota’s Boston Imposters Switch Gears for Fruitful Musical Experiences Despite Covid-19
From: KBEM
Series: Twin Cities Weekend
Caption: The Boston Imposters, Credit: Renee DaKona
Maire Clement and Davey Harrison call their act the Boston Imposters. Of course Covid-19 has affected their performing. But riding the crest of a n...

  • Added: Apr 21, 2020
  • Length: 08:00
Music Promoter Ellen Stanley Helps Music Fans Access Music at a Time of No Live Music Venues
From: KBEM
Series: Twin Cities Weekend
Caption: Ellen Stanley as Mother Banjo, Credit: Anna Kostochko
Ellen Stanley’s Promotional Company is called EFS Publicity. Ellen promotes local artists, and the scene has of course shifted to the online perfor...

  • Added: Apr 16, 2020
  • Length: 08:00
Jazz Central Studios Pivots Fast to Perpetuate Twin Cities Jazz During the Covid-19 Era
From: KBEM
Series: Twin Cities Weekend
Caption: Mac Santiago by Andrea Canter, Credit: Andrea Canter
The Twin Cities is served by Jazz Central Studios, whose web address is jazz central studios dot org. The mission of the group is to preserve and p...

  • Added: Apr 14, 2020
  • Length: 08:00
No Live Shows? Accordionist Dan Newton Shifts Gears
From: KBEM
Series: Twin Cities Weekend
Caption: Cafe Accordion Orchestra, Credit: Jim Dryden
In normal times, Dan Newton a.k.a. Daddy Squeeze seemingly performs all the time, solo and in groups. But how to stay busy and productive when ther...

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  • Added: Apr 07, 2020
  • Length: 08:00
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Reynold Philipsek’s Reflections on the Coronavirus Scene
From: KBEM
Series: Twin Cities Weekend
Caption: Reynold Philipsek, Credit: Tom Tremel
Minnesota Gypsy Jazz Guitarist Reynold has put his feelings into a new song for the Coronavirus era. In doing so, Reynold is taking a cue from Djan...

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  • Added: Apr 02, 2020
  • Length: 08:00
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Vocalist Sarah M Greer and Saxophonist Nathan Hanson Team Up for Improv at Jazz Central in Minneapolis Thursday March 19
From: KBEM
Series: Twin Cities Weekend
Caption: Sarah M Greer and Nathan Hanson, Credit: Andrea Canter
Vocalist Sarah M Greer and Saxophonist Nathan Greer have each worked in improvisation-oriented jazz settings. On Thursday March 19, they meet for a...

  • Added: Mar 09, 2020
  • Length: 08:00
Bruce Henry at Crooners in Minneapolis Saturday March 14
From: KBEM
Series: Twin Cities Weekend
Caption: Bruce Henry, Credit: Jennifer Bong
Bruce Henry is a song stylist beyond compare. He composes his own songs and picks great ones of others. Bruce sings in front of a 5-piece band at C...

  • Added: Mar 05, 2020
  • Length: 08:00
Ebb N' Flow Presents Improvised Music This Thursday at Jazz Central in Minneapolis
From: KBEM
Series: Twin Cities Weekend
Caption: Davu Seru, Credit: Andrea Canter
Ebb N' Flow is comprised of some of the Twin Cities' finest artists and music makers. They follow in the well-known musical tradition of improvised...

  • Added: Mar 03, 2020
  • Length: 08:00
Tom Lieberman’s Originals, Roots and Chestnuts at the Hook and Ladder in Minneapolis this Sunday Evening
From: KBEM
Series: Twin Cities Weekend
Caption: Tom Lieberman, Credit: Donald Jay Olson
After over four decades, Tom Lieberman is still going strong singing and playing. You can catch Tommy and the Liebermen at the Hook and Ladder in M...

  • Added: Mar 01, 2020
  • Length: 08:00
Joyann Parker Presents the Song Artistry of Patsy Cline this Wednesday at Crooner’s in Minneapolis
From: KBEM
Series: Twin Cities Weekend
Caption: Joyann Parker, Credit: Jared Nanasy
Joy Ann Parker’s tribute show for Patsy Cline is a long term success. The show replays iconic country songs of the 50s and 60s but with Joyann’s sp...

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  • Added: Feb 25, 2020
  • Length: 08:00
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Lila Ammons and Trio Performs Classic Jazz at the Hook and Ladder in Minneapolis this Sunday Evening
From: KBEM
Series: Twin Cities Weekend
Caption: Lila Ammons , Credit: Andrea Canter
Lila Ammons sings at the Hook and Ladder in Minneapolis, Sunday march 8 from7 till 9 PM. Lila is known for her vocal interpretations of Jazz and Bl...

  • Added: Feb 18, 2020
  • Length: 08:00
Gypsy Mania Plays its American Take on Gypsy Jazz March 20 at Hell’s Kitchen in Minneapolis
From: KBEM
Series: Twin Cities Weekend
Caption: Gypsy Mania, Credit: Travis Anderson
Gypsy Mania plays the standards of Gypsy Jazz. But guitarist Glen Helgeson composes music that makes Gypsy Mania’s Gypsy jazz a singular contributi...

  • Added: Feb 13, 2020
  • Length: 08:00
A Night of Jazz Plus at the Black Dog in Saint Paul, Saturday February 22
From: KBEM
Series: Twin Cities Weekend
Caption: Alpha Consumer, Credit: Brid O’Donovan
Saturday night Feb 22, starting at 7PM Jazz at the Black Dog in St Paul is curated by Chris Bates. Chris’ new piano trio with pianist Joe Strachan ...

  • Added: Feb 11, 2020
  • Length: 08:00
Cedar Commissions Presents Outstanding New Work this Friday and Saturday at the Cedar in Minneapolis
From: KBEM
Series: Twin Cities Weekend
Caption: Cedar Commissions Artists 2020, Credit: Alana Horton
Each year, the Cedar Commissions stages new work, some in the box and some out of it. This year’s performances at the Cedar Cultural Center are at ...

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  • Added: Feb 08, 2020
  • Length: 08:00
  • Purchases: 1
Rachel Kurtz Promises Flirty, Sexy Songs, Wednesday Feb 12 at the Icehouse in Minneapolis
From: KBEM
Series: Twin Cities Weekend
Caption: Rachel Kurtz, Credit: Rachel Kurtz
Rachel Kurtz has been singing her whole life and gets everything behind her performances. Catch Rachel and 5-piece band at the Icehouse next Wednes...

  • Added: Feb 06, 2020
  • Length: 08:00
Monroe Crossing Plays an Intimate Show for the Home Folks Sunday Feb 9 at 7PM
From: KBEM
Series: Twin Cities Weekend
Caption: Monroe Crossing, Credit: Jamey Guy
Monroe Crossing hails from Minnesota, and plays its distinctive brand of bluegrass music all over the world. But the group is playing an intimate s...

  • Added: Jan 30, 2020
  • Length: 08:00
Detroit Don King Brings his Blues to The Dubliner in Saint Paul Saturday Feb 1
From: KBEM
Series: Twin Cities Weekend
Caption: Detroit Don King, Credit: Ron Householder
He goes by Detroit Don King because Detroit is where he comes from. You can catch Don’s blues band at the Dubliner in St Paul, Saturday Feb 1 at 8p...

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  • Added: Jan 24, 2020
  • Length: 08:00
  • Purchases: 1