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Just one of the many fave music moments of the Summer of 25
Sunday, July 20,2025 was the best spot in the city to spend the entire evening on the rooftop of the Hewing Hotel! The night featured St....
Musicapolis
Sep 81 min read


July 4th weekend in Minneapolis & St. Paul
Support live music in Minneapolis and St. Paul this weekend. In addition to The Taste of Minnesota, two of the bars that have supported...
Musicapolis
Jul 31 min read


Martin Kember & The Unit: Purple Musicology.
The sound that changed the game. The city that lives and breathes it. Prince’s birthday week starts here 💜 June 4 – Martin Kember &...
Musicapolis
Apr 131 min read
A Night Where Art, Music, and Culture Converged: Public Functionary x GIANTS at MIA
Minneapolis knows how to show up for the culture — and on Thursday, March 20, 2025, the city did just that at the Public Functionary x...
Musicapolis
Mar 232 min read


Which came first, Flyte Tyme or Prince?
Since the Taste of Minnesota is featuring Jimmy Jam (@flytetymejam) and Terry Lewis (@flytetymelewis) this Sunday, July 7, 2024 in...
Musicapolis
Jul 5, 20241 min read


Are you passionate about the future of the Minneapolis Music Scene? The city wants your feedback! Fill out the survey
The city of Minneapolis wants to know and wants feedback in this survey . The survey is open to musicians, live performers, industry...
Musicapolis
Apr 12, 20241 min read


Celebrating Walter "Q Bear" Banks Jr. Inductee 2024 Minnesota Broadcasters Hall of Fame!
Congratulations go out as we celebrate the illustrious career of Walter "Q Bear" Banks, Jr., as he receives the news, March 27, 2024,...
Musicapolis
Mar 27, 20242 min read
Summer is around the corner! Looking for group tours?
Stay tuned! If you have a special request for group tours of any size, email info@musicapolis.net
Musicapolis
Mar 17, 20241 min read


Charles Hayes, Bassist, Celebration of Life Sunday, January 7 at 5PM at The Minnesota Music Cafe, St. Paul, MN
Internationally known bass player and music producer/singer/songwriter Charles Marshall Hayes Jr. passed away peacefully on November 30,...
Musicapolis
Jan 7, 20242 min read


"A Night with Urban Classic: Grooving to Earth, Wind & Fire
If you missed most the recent Urban Classic show at Crooner's you missed a night to remember, The 21st of September. The band we all...
Musicapolis
Oct 23, 20231 min read


This Guy Is All About Action
Jordan Johnston is making things happen! He's been hitting the stages this summer (that just flew by), working on an album and even...
Musicapolis
Sep 18, 20231 min read


Musicapolis Music Picks On A Stick For The Minnesota State Fair
These are some of the favorite bands & stages that Musicapolis recommends for the 12 music-filled days of the Minnesota State Fair! Be...
Musicapolis
Aug 20, 20234 min read


The Color Purple and a 7 Mile Stretch in Chanhassen?
Prince Gets His Own Section of Highway! Prince fans are loving the latest addition honoring his legacy that he left to Minnesota and the...
Musicapolis
Aug 13, 20232 min read


The Storyboard Experience: A Phenomenal Explosion of Rhythm and Talent!
Imagine a stage illuminated with passion, rhythm, and creativity as the spotlight shines on 40-50 (more or less) extraordinary...
Musicapolis
Aug 5, 20232 min read


Prince Rogers Nelson Memorial Highway Signs Placed Today
The unveiling of the signs for the Prince Rogers Nelson Memorial Highway took place today In Chanhassen, August 3, 2023. It designates 7...
Musicapolis
Aug 3, 20231 min read


Unveiling Date Announced for Prince Rogers Nelson Memorial Highway Signage!
Monday, August 7, 2023 is the date for the unveiling of the purple signs designating 7 miles of Minnesota State Highway, as Prince Rogers...
Musicapolis
Jul 28, 20231 min read


Summer is all about music in the city and surrounding communities! Check it out here!
Trying to combine all public, outdoor, free music in one calendar, but want you to be able to take advantage of the beautiful summer and...
Musicapolis
Jul 10, 20231 min read


Questlove did more than "pop by" at Bunker's in Minneapolis last night.
Questlove wrote this on his Instagram, " I came to Minneapolis to work this weekend. But with 6 hrs b4 lobby call, I mosey’d on down to...
Musicapolis
Jul 10, 20231 min read


A Global Purple Kind of Love
Under the enchanting June 7th Minnesota sky, Riley Creek, near Paisley Park, came alive with a purple celebration that DJ Alphonso Starr,...
Musicapolis
Jun 22, 20232 min read
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