The Promise Ring at Varsity

From Milwaukee, Wisconsin

Only Twin Cities show on MN Live's calendar

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From last.fm:

The Promise Ring were an American midwest emo band from Milwaukee, Wisconsin, started as a side project by Davey von Bohlen during his time as a guitarist/vocalist for Cap'n Jazz in the year 1995. VonBohlen started the project alongside guitarist Jason Gnewikow of None Left Standing, drummer Dan Didier of Ceilishrine, and bassist Scott Beschta. 1996 brought their first full-length album, titled 30° Everywhere, released by Jade Tree Records. The record was followed by 1997's Nothing Feels Good, which gained the band a larger following and rave reviews. Read more about The Promise Ring on Last.fm.

From St Paul

First show since since December 22, 2011 • First Varsity show • First show supporting a touring headliner since September 22, 2009 • 22nd show on MN Live's calendar since September 2, 2005

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Grant Hart is best known as the drummer (and singer and songwriter) in Hüsker Dü. Following the band's breakup, Hart released a solo album, Intolerance, on which he played most of the instruments himself. In the mid-90s, he formed the band Nova Mob, which released two albums before disbanding. Hart subsequently returned to his solo career. Much has been made of the volatile relationship Hart had with Husker Du guitarist Bob Mould and the band's acrimonious break-up with fans of the band spliting into two camps and searching for cutting remarks on the solo albums of both men. Read more about Grant Hart on Last.fm.

Added to bill on Jun 10

From Minneapolis

First show since since December 31, 2011 • First Varsity show since December 31, 2010 • First show supporting a touring headliner • 42nd show on MN Live's calendar since July 17, 2003

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Mallman began playing the piano at 3 years old. “I found a severe magnetism in pounding my fists on the thing.” His live performances are an unforgettable experience; approaching the keyboard like an electric guitar, lyrics like an existentialist writer, and the stage like a circus performer. In recent years, he’s has toured across America opening for such diverse acts as Guided by Voices, Beth Orton, Cat Power, Donovan, Tegan and Sara, Ozomatli, Everlast, Exene Cervenka, Howie Day, Cracker, and Chuck Prophet amongst many others. Read more about Mark Mallman on Last.fm.

Added to bill on Jun 1