The Flatlanders at Fine Line

From Austin, Texas

First Twin Cities show since since April 26, 2009 • First Fine Line show

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From last.fm:

The fact that Texas music titans Joe Ely, Jimmie Dale Gilmore and Butch Hancock - on their first go-round as The Flatlanders in 1972 - were completely rejected by the country music establishment is surprising in retrospect but, ultimately, poetic. That each went on to have formidable solo careers is a testament to their talent and determination. Add to this their diverse yet complimentary styles - Joe the street-wise rocker... Read more about The Flatlanders on Last.fm.

From Des Moines, Iowa

First Twin Cities show since since April 10, 2010 • 24th Twin Cities show on MN Live's calendar since August 1, 2003

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From last.fm:

The Nadas are Iowa's signature alt-rock-country band, selling more than 125,000 albums through their own label, Authentic Records. They embarked on a new approach to recording with their upcoming seventh release, Almanac (March 2010), which was recorded over the last year completely in front of their fans through a live streaming video blog. The sound that developed out of that process was an alternative approach to the traditional pop tunes. Read more about The Nadas on Last.fm.