EVENTS
Backyard Concert Series
Backyard Music Series is a multi-genre, multi-venue, concert series connecting audiences to their curiosity, each other, and the musicians they came to see (or didn’t). Each night of this 3-concert series is a unique sonic blend of rap, classical, pop, metal, avant-garde, and a few niches in between. (Oddly, none of the concerts are in a backyard.)
Each concert features a co-producing core of local independent musicians (info below): Rapper/Beatboxer Carnage The Executioner; New Music Specialist Elena Stabile; and Classical/Experimental/Metal Vocalist Justin Spenner. They are joined by a rotating group of fellow artists, creating a seamless 90-minute music experience. Here’s another twist: repeat artists never repeat a set. That's just good business.
The series occurs across the Twin Cities at a Barely Brothers Records (record store), Squirrel Haus Arts (art gallery/punk venue), and Nautilus Music-Theater (theater space). That’s another treat for the three-concert goer: shifting vibes, familiar faces.
This Week: To Be Named, Thing (Microtonal Improv Choir); Larry Wish (Avant-Pop); Carnage The Executioner (Beatbox sets)
Juneteenth-- St. Cloud
Join us on June 19, 2025 at Lake George from 12pm to 7 pm for a time of celebrating our roots, our history and our community!
Juneteenth Celebration - Brooklyn Park
The 4th Annual Juneteenth Celebration will be held on Saturday, June 21, 2025 from 1:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m. at North Hennepin Community College (7411 85th Ave N, Brooklyn Park, MN 55445).
This year marks 160 years since the original Juneteenth, and under the powerful theme “Planting Seeds of Freedom: Cultivating Healthy and Thriving Brooklyns,” we’ll reflect on how far we’ve come and look ahead to the thriving future we’re building together.
The celebration will be hosted by dynamic MC Rasheda Jenkins and will feature an electrifying performance by the legendary Carnage the Executioner, along with other entertainment, including a DJ.
Backyard Concert Series
Backyard Music Series is a multi-genre, multi-venue, concert series connecting audiences to their curiosity, each other, and the musicians they came to see (or didn’t). Each night of this 3-concert series is a unique sonic blend of rap, classical, pop, metal, avant-garde, and a few niches in between. (Oddly, none of the concerts are in a backyard.)
Each concert features a co-producing core of local independent musicians (info below): Rapper/Beatboxer Carnage The Executioner; New Music Specialist Elena Stabile; and Classical/Experimental/Metal Vocalist Justin Spenner. They are joined by a rotating group of fellow artists, creating a seamless 90-minute music experience. Here’s another twist: repeat artists never repeat a set. That's just good business.
The series occurs across the Twin Cities at a Barely Brothers Records (record store), Squirrel Haus Arts (art gallery/punk venue), and Nautilus Music-Theater (theater space). That’s another treat for the three-concert goer: shifting vibes, familiar faces.
This week: Squirrel Haus Arts: Ice Climber (psych/soul/grunge freakout); Carnage The Executioner (Rap); (ab)scheid (Avant-Metal); Elena Stabile (Disembodied Melodies)
Radio K presents Off The Record
Radio K (KUOM) is the award-winning student-run radio station of the University of Minnesota, playing an eclectic variety of independent music both old and new. Radio K educates students, breaks ground in musical programming, and provides cutting-edge cultural coverage through our specialty shows and Real College Podcast.
Carnage The Executioner returns to perform live on air at Radio K-Off The Record, followed by an interview.
770 AM
100.7 FM
104.5 FM
Blueprint (Vessel Album Release)
Blueprint releases new album, Vessel, with featured performance by Carnage The Executioner, Stonecraft, and DJ Detox.
Blueprint - Vessel Tour, Mpls - hosted by Beyond The Bars (Hecatomb)
Live at Squirrel Haus Arts, Beyond The Bars (Hecatomb) is hosting Ohio Hip-Hop legend Blueprint's Vessel Tour. All ages, community-building art & music w/ good food & talented local support from Carmage The Executioner, DJ Piecemeal, Righteous Emcee & La Reyna y La Real.
$12 in advance, $15 at the door
(fees and taxes may apply)
The St. Paul Get Down
Final Showcase
Hosted by Terrell X.
Performances by St. Paul Get Down youth artists, with special guests:
Brother Ali, Juice Lord, Dwynell Roland, & Student 1
About The St. Paul Get Down:
More than just a concert, the Get Down celebrates Saint Paul’s vibrant community and supports our young talent. Emerging hip-hop creators from 14 to 24 years old share their talents in an inspiring, creative, and engaging atmosphere. Artists workshop their performances with mentorship from professional local artists, culminating in a final public performance. By attending, you will be showing your love for local artists and empowering them to pursue their dreams. Together, we are creating a powerful movement that nurtures the artistic spirit of our city. All concerts are free to attend, and everyone is welcome.
What's Left Fest
From the creators of 71Grind comes What's Left Fest! A 2-Day multi-genre, multi-venue festival.
TICKETS PURCHASED ARE GOOD FOR ALL 3 LOCATIONS.
SATURDAY - September 13th (more on Sunday)
Weekend Nachos/Infest/Lack of Interest/Deadform/ACxDC/Castle Rat/Oryx/
Deterioration/Myka9/Lagrimas/Ostraca/Codefendants/Carnage The Executioner/
Ando San/Heir Max/Trucido/Playboy Manbaby/Big Fun/Zeta/Intersect/Vacha/
Vermin Womb/Trash Magz/Clusterfux/Poison Tribe/Dikemb/Edhochuli/Destiny Bond/
Spine/Candy Apple/Distorted Times/Night Child/Laughing Dog/Polish/RVBOMB/The Burden/
Asphalt/Apocalyptic Noise Syndicate/Mormon Mincers/Sonic Vomit/Witsec/Allison Walks/908/
Chew/Total Cult/Louse/Berated/Mad-trees/Clarion Void/Native Daughters/Plague Burner/Daisy
Victim Of Fire/The Sleights
Michael Cain Trio (with Barbara Cohen & Terrell X)
$20 at the door 7:30pm Show
Pianist Michael Cain, bassist Ted Olsen, and drummer Adam Nussbaum present two sets of jazz infused with R&B, soul, and contemporary influences. Special guests Barbara Cohen (vocals) and Terrell X (beatboxing, spoken word) add a dynamic edge to an evening of vibrant improvisation and genre-blending music.
Michael Cain, a prolific pianist and keyboardist, has recorded for Blue Note, Warner Brothers, ECM, and more. He’s collaborated with icons like Jack DeJohnette, Pat Metheny, and Bobby McFerrin, earning two Grammy nominations. His latest album is Hoo Doo.
Ted Olsen brings buoyant rhythm and optimism to his bass playing and compositions. A fixture in the Twin Cities jazz scene, he released his debut album Joyfire in 2017 and has performed at top local venues and festivals.
Drummer Adam Harder Nussbaum is a core member of the Twin Cities music community, performing with groups like the Jake Baldwin Quartet and his own quintet.
Barbara Cohen, a genre-spanning singer, composer, and producer, has worked with Orbital, Air, and led the band Brother Sun, Sister Moon. Terrell X is a boundary-pushing artist fusing jazz, hip-hop, and live looping into powerful, expressive performances.
Backyard Concert Series
Backyard Music Series is a multi-genre, multi-venue, concert series connecting audiences to their curiosity, each other, and the musicians they came to see (or didn’t). Each night of this 3-concert series is a unique sonic blend of rap, classical, pop, metal, avant-garde, and a few niches in between. (Oddly, none of the concerts are in a backyard.)
Each concert features a co-producing core of local independent musicians (info below): Rapper/Beatboxer Carnage The Executioner; New Music Specialist Elena Stabile; and Classical/Experimental/Metal Vocalist Justin Spenner. They are joined by a rotating group of fellow artists, creating a seamless 90-minute music experience. Here’s another twist: repeat artists never repeat a set. That's just good business.
The series occurs across the Twin Cities at a Barely Brothers Records (record store), Squirrel Haus Arts (art gallery/punk venue), and Nautilus Music-Theater (theater space). That’s another treat for the three-concert goer: shifting vibes, familiar faces.
MacPhail Presents KidsFest
Join Sing Play Learn with MacPhail® at Water Works Park in downtown Minneapolis for a fun-filled morning of music! The MacPhail Faculty Combo featuring Artist Amanda Breininger on vocals, Terrell X on the mic beat boxing, Paul Babcock on percussion, Greg Keel on saxophone, Justin Hartke on bass, and Tommy Boynton on keyboard will be performing favorite Sing, Play, Learn songs and other family-friendly tunes! Concerts are at 10:15am and 11:15am. Before, during, and after performances, kids can decorate a tube to “toot” along, explore instruments, and have a snack! Come sing, play, and learn with us!
Co-Fundraiser with Heijeu Arts & Raising A Farmer
Join us for a vibrant evening of community, creativity, and cause at a special fundraising event with all proceeds benefiting Raising a Farmer and HEIJEU ARTS.
The event will take place from 5:00 PM to 8:00 PM, featuring activities for all ages, an inspiring presentation at 7:00 PM, and live music by Terrell X at 8:00 PM.
TERRELL X And The Unknown Potential
Join us for a groundbreaking performance of MacPhail Electronic Music Recording Arts faculty Terrell Woods’ “Transformation To Terrell X” in its entirety. This exclusive event marks the only scheduled performance of this extraordinary work in the Twin Cities.
Described by Woods as “the best, most personal material I’ve ever released,” don’t miss this opportunity to see a true musical innovator in action.
Featuring TERRELL X and internationally acclaimed musicians Micheal Rose, Anthony Cox, Mike Michel, Lila “Eyeowe” Clark, and DJ Piecemeal.