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SUMMARY:*SOLD OUT* An Evening with EILEN JEWELL
DESCRIPTION:EVENT DETAILS \n\n		RSVP ON FACEBOOK\n	\n\n\n	\n		\n\n	\n	\nThe Hook and Ladder Theater \n\n\nDoors 7:00pm :: Music 7:30pm :: 21+\n\n\nPREMIUM RESERVED: $55 Box-Office / $60.10 Online / $55 Door\n\n\nRESERVED: $50 Box-Office / $54.43 Online / $50 Door\n\n\nGA: $35 Box-Office / $38.97 Online / $40 Door\n\n\nBOX-OFFICE Tickets Are Available at The Hook & Ladder Box Office or The Zen Arcade (Open During Hours of Operation.) For More Information visit www.ZenArcadeTHC.com \n		\n					\n\n	\n\n	\n				\n			\n			\n EVENT DESCRIPTION \n\n	\n		\n\n	\n	\nAn Evening with\nEilen Jewell\n—–\nHailed as “one of America’s most intriguing\, creative\, and idiosyncratic voices” by American Songwriter\, Eilen Jewell built her career the old fashioned way\, touring relentlessly with the kind of undeniable live show that converts the uninitiated into instant acolytes.\n\nOver the course of nearly two decades on the road\, the Idaho native has crisscrossed the US\, Europe\, and Australia countless times\, playing an endless series of headline and festival dates in addition to sharing bills with the likes of Lucinda Williams\, Loretta Lynn\, Mavis Staples\, Wanda Jackson\, George Jones\, Emmylou Harris\, and The Blind Boys of Alabama.\n\nRolling Stone lauded Jewell’s “clever writing\,” while NPR declared that she has a “sweet and clear voice with a killer instinct lurking beneath the shiny surface\,” and The Washington Post mused that “if Neko Case\, Madeleine Peyroux and Billie Holiday had a baby girl who grew up to front a rockabilly band\, she’d probably sound a lot like Eilen Jewell.”
URL:https://thehookmpls.com/event/eilen-jewell/
LOCATION:The Hook and Ladder Theater\, 3010 Minnehaha Ave\, Minneapolis\, MN\, 55406\, United States
CATEGORIES:Hook & Ladder Theater,Live Music
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SUMMARY:The Cameras
DESCRIPTION:EVENT DETAILS \n\n	\n		\n\n	\n	\nThe Zen Arcade Stage at The Hook and Ladder\n\n\nDoors 7:00pm :: Music 7:30pm :: 21+\n\n\nGA: $16 ADV (Box-Office) / $18.87 ADV (Online) / $21 DOOR\n\n\nBOX-OFFICE Tickets Are Available in The Zen Arcade During Hours of Operation.For More Information visit www.ZenArcadeTHC.comNO REFUNDS \n		\n					\n\n	\n\n	\n				\n			\n			\n EVENT DESCRIPTION \n\n	\n		\n\n	\n	\nThe Cameras \nw/ LaSalle\, FènixDion\, & Pullstring— \nThe Cameras are a Minneapolis-based psychedelic pop rock band blending swirling guitar textures\, vintage keyboards\, and dreamy vocal harmonies. Known for immersive live shows and a throwback-yet-modern aesthetic\, the group channels the spirit of 60s psych into a distinctly 21st-century sound.\n \nPULLSTRINGHow does one describe Pullstring? Well… Basically Dad Rock. Hailing from Minneapolis\, Pullstring’s brand of nostalgic Alt Rock and Power Pop is reminiscent of the 90s and 2000s artists they grew up listening to\, such as Green Day and their hometown favorites\, The Replacements. \nPullstring explores the struggles and realities of being a young adult in the 2020’s\, the highs and lows\, the victories and defeats. We’re all just trying to find our place in the world\, come along and join us for the ride. \nFènixDion“We want to be the best thing that anybody has seen in the last 10 years\,” says Keston Wright. After a year of incubating in the studio with his longtime musical collaborator\, the drummer Sam Bramble\, his eyes smolder with the thought of unleashing their new work on stage. \n\nTrue to his word\, Keston and Sam’s new band\, FenixDion\, has already made a bold entrance onto the Twin Cities music scene being named by Star Tribune and 89.3 The Current as one of the best new bands to emerge in some time.\n \nThe live iteration of FenixDion includes a trio of axe slingers—Keston Wright on acoustic\, Atom Lee and Mitchell Johnson on electric—radiating layers of guitar tones outward while the bassist Gavin Taylor\, percussionist Nii Mensah\, and drummer Sam Bramble propel the group forward with tight\, funky beats. Together they create expansive\, transportive\, and radiant rock music that is reminiscent of greats like Lenny Kravitz\, Beck\, and Musicology-era Prince\, but also stands on its own as a unique\, exciting new addition to the kaleidoscopic Minneapolis music community.—LASALLE – Minneapolis Pop Music\n	\n		\n\n	\n	\n		\n					\n\n	\n\n\n\n	\n				\n			\n			\n\n	\n		\n\n	\n	\n\n\n	\n				\n			\n			\n	\n								\n									\n					\n								\n\n	\n	\n		\n					\n\n	\n\n	\n				\n			\n			\nThis activity is made possible by the voters of Minnesota through a Minnesota State Arts Board Operating Support grant\, thanks to a legislative appropriation from the arts and cultural heritage fund.
URL:https://thehookmpls.com/event/cameras-lasallefenixdion-pullstring/
LOCATION:The Zen Arcade\, 3010 Minnehaha Ave STE 420\, Minneapolis\, MN\, 55406
CATEGORIES:Mission Room,Zen Arcade
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SUMMARY:Rank Strangers | The Jaggernauts | That's What You Get | High Tiny Hairs | In Frequencies
DESCRIPTION:EVENT DETAILS \n\n	\n		\n\n	\n	\nThe Zen Arcade Stage at The Hook and Ladder\n\n\nDoors 7:00pm :: Music 7:30pm :: 21\n\n\nGA: $11 Box-Office / $13.20 Online / $16 Door\n\n\nBOX-OFFICE Tickets Are Available in The Zen Arcade During Hours of Operation.For More Information visit www.ZenArcadeTHC.comNO REFUNDS \n		\n					\n\n	\n\n	\n				\n			\n			\n EVENT DESCRIPTION \n\n	\n		\n\n	\n	\nRank Strangers | The Jaggernauts | That’s What You Get | High Tiny Hairs | In Frequencies\nZen Arcade Presents: A FIVE BAND ROCK SHOW \n	\n		\n\n	\n	\n		\n					\n\n	\n\n\n\n	\n				\n			\n			\n\n	\n		\n\n	\n	\n\n\n	\n				\n			\n			\n	\n								\n									\n					\n								\n\n	\n	\n		\n					\n\n	\n\n	\n				\n			\n			\nThis activity is made possible by the voters of Minnesota through a Minnesota State Arts Board Operating Support grant\, thanks to a legislative appropriation from the arts and cultural heritage fund.
URL:https://thehookmpls.com/event/rank-strangers/
LOCATION:The Zen Arcade\, 3010 Minnehaha Ave STE 420\, Minneapolis\, MN\, 55406
CATEGORIES:Mission Room,Zen Arcade
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SUMMARY:Chicken Wire Empire / The Brothers Allmanac
DESCRIPTION:EVENT DETAILS \n\n	\n		\n\n	\n	\nThe Hook and Ladder Theater \n\n\nDoors 7:00pm :: Music 8:00pm :: 21+\n\n\nRESERVED SEAT: $32 Box-Office / $35.88 Online\n\n\nGENERAL ADMISSION: $22 Box-Office / $25.05 Online / $27 Door\n\n\n\nBOX-OFFICE Tickets Are Available in The Zen Arcade During Hours of Operation.For More Information visit www.ZenArcadeTHC.comNO REFUNDS\n\n		\n					\n\n	\n\n	\n				\n			\n			\n EVENT DESCRIPTION \n\nChicken Wire Empire / The Brothers Allmanac\nwith guest Maygen & The Birdwatcher (Trio)\n— \n\nChicken Wire Empire is a Wisconsin-based bluegrass band known for their dynamic musicality\, thorough arrangements\, and true-to-life songwriting. Their sixth and latest album\, Growing Pains\, released June 1 and is a veritable culmination of the band’s growth through the past decade. CWE continuously captivates audiences with thoughtful\, energetic performances. Their high-level musicality turns up a fresh conversation with each show\, like a brainstorm of creative musical substance. \n \n“Americana Highways writes “These musicians must enjoy what they do because their joy translates through their instruments. The energy\, fingering techniques are all proponents that deliver substance with a modicum of joy. There aren’t any low points\, missteps\, loss of heat in any of these melodies.”  \n——-\nThe Brothers Allmanac is a top-tier Allman Brothers tribute band\, known for their authentic renditions of Southern rock classics. With standout performances at iconic venues\, they capture the essence of The Allman Brothers’ signature sound—complete with soulful guitar harmonies\, powerful vocals\, and extended jams. Faithfully recreating the hits and also digging into lesser known deep cuts\, The Brothers Allmanac delivers a high-energy experience that pays homage to one of rock & roll’s greatest bands.\n\n\n	\n		\n\n	\n	\n		\n					\n\n	\n\n\n\n	\n				\n			\n			\n\n	\n		\n\n	\n	\n\n\n	\n				\n			\n			\n	\n								\n									\n					\n								\n\n	\n	\n		\n					\n\n	\n\n	\n				\n			\n			\nThis activity is made possible by the voters of Minnesota through a Minnesota State Arts Board Operating Support grant\, thanks to a legislative appropriation from the arts and cultural heritage fund.
URL:https://thehookmpls.com/event/chickenwireempire-brothersallmanac/
LOCATION:The Hook and Ladder Theater\, 3010 Minnehaha Ave\, Minneapolis\, MN\, 55406\, United States
CATEGORIES:Hook & Ladder Theater
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SUMMARY:Record Sale
DESCRIPTION:EVENT DETAILS \n\n\n		RSVP ON FACEBOOK\n	\n\n	\n		\n\n	\n	\nThe Hook and Ladder Theater \n\n9:00am – 3:00pm\nFREE\n\n		\n					\n\n	\n\n	\n				\n			\n			\n EVENT DESCRIPTION \n\n	\n		\n\n	\n	\nThe Record Show\n\nCome and shop for records\, cassettes\, t-shirts\, dvds\, cds\, posters and vhs. Free! Free parking in the back! \n\n	\n		\n\n	\n	\n		\n					\n\n	\n\n\n\n	\n				\n			\n			\n\n	\n		\n\n	\n	\n\n\n	\n				\n			\n			\n	\n								\n									\n					\n								\n\n	\n	\n		\n					\n\n	\n\n	\n				\n			\n			\nThis activity is made possible by the voters of Minnesota through a Minnesota State Arts Board Operating Support grant\, thanks to a legislative appropriation from the arts and cultural heritage fund.
URL:https://thehookmpls.com/event/record-sale-2/
LOCATION:The Hook and Ladder Theater\, 3010 Minnehaha Ave\, Minneapolis\, MN\, 55406\, United States
CATEGORIES:Hook & Ladder Theater,Mission Room,Zen Arcade
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SUMMARY:Sandwiches of History: Live!
DESCRIPTION:EVENT DETAILS \n\n	\n		\n\n	\n	\nThe Hook and Ladder Theater \n\n\nDoors 1:00pm :: Show 2:00pm\n\n\nReserved Seat: $27 Box Office / $30.21 Online\n\n\nPremium Seat: $37 Box-Office / $41.03 Online\n\n\nMeet & Greet (Add-On): $20\n\n\nPresigned Copy of Sandwiches of History (Add On): The Cookbook – $30\n\n\n\nBOX-OFFICE Tickets Are Available in The Zen Arcade During Hours of Operation.For More Information visit www.ZenArcadeTHC.comNO REFUNDS\n\n		\n					\n\n	\n\n	\n				\n			\n			\n EVENT DESCRIPTION \n\nSandwiches of History: Live! \n\nw/ Special Guest Bill Corbett (Mystery Science Theater 3000\, Rifftrax)\n\n— \n\nAs Seen on CBS Sunday Morning!  \nMotorcycles! Rockets! Boxing monkeys!\n \nJust kidding\, In celebration of the brand new “Sandwiches of History: The Cookbook”Barry is hitting the road to share the history of Sandwiches of History in a new multimedia show that is part TED-Talk\, part comedy\, part trivia battle and part sandwich-making extravaganza!\n \nEach stop will feature special guest stars\, live sandwich making and tasting with audience-suggested plus ups\, audience Q&A and more surprises! \n \nJoining Barry for this stop will be comedian and writer Bill Corbett (Mystery Science Theater 3000\, Rifftrax)\n\n\n	\n		\n\n	\n	\n		\n					\n\n	\n\n\n\n	\n				\n			\n			\n\n	\n		\n\n	\n	\n\n\n	\n				\n			\n			\n	\n								\n									\n					\n								\n\n	\n	\n		\n					\n\n	\n\n	\n				\n			\n			\nThis activity is made possible by the voters of Minnesota through a Minnesota State Arts Board Operating Support grant\, thanks to a legislative appropriation from the arts and cultural heritage fund.
URL:https://thehookmpls.com/event/sandwiches-of-history-live/
LOCATION:The Hook and Ladder Theater\, 3010 Minnehaha Ave\, Minneapolis\, MN\, 55406\, United States
CATEGORIES:Hook & Ladder Theater
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SUMMARY:The Belfast Cowboys
DESCRIPTION:EVENT DETAILS \n\n	\n		\n\n	\n	\nThe Hook and Ladder Theater \n\n Doors 7pm / Music 7:30pm / 21+\n GA: $22 Box-Office / $25.05 Online / $27 Door\n\n\nBOX-OFFICE Tickets Are Available in The Zen Arcade During Hours of Operation.For More Information visit www.ZenArcadeTHC.comNO REFUNDS\n\n		\n					\n\n	\n\n	\n				\n			\n			\n EVENT DESCRIPTION \n\nThe Belfast Cowboys \n— \n\nThe Belfast Cowboys are a nine-piece\, horn-driven band from Minneapolis that specializes in the music of Van Morrison – mixing rock\, blues\, roots and soul sounds.  They have become one of Minnesota’s (and The Hook & Ladder’s) most popular bands.\n \nLed by veteran songwriter and guitarist Terry Walsh and powered by a four-piece horn section\, the Cowboys have flourished in the renowned Minnesota music scene\, and have consistently packed houses and wowed crowds since 2002.\n \nTerry Walsh got his start playing in various Twin Cities rock bands and toured as Slim Dunlap’s bass player in 1997\, opening for Son Volt. In 2001\, the idea to form a Van Morrison tribute band was formed\, and Terry spent the rest of the year learning Van songs and building an all-star band\, with Joe Lockton on keyboards and Vic Volare running the horn section. The band played their first show at the old 400 Bar on Saint Patrick’s Day 2002.\n \nMany musicians played with the band over the first few years\, and continue to do so today\, but the ‘A’ team was soon established: Dan Kowalke on guitar and backing vocals\, Joe Baumgart (bass)\, Dave Kirby and Dave Haugen (drums\, backing vocals)\, Joe Loskota(keyboards\, backing vocals)\, Paul Gronert (sax)\, Matt Hanzelka (trombone)\, Tim Martin (trumpet)\, Vic Volare(sax\, flute) and Terry Walsh (lead vocals\, guitar\, harmonica\, piano). \n\n \nThe band has expanded its content over the years to include rock and soul covers along with Terry’s own originals\, which have become fan favorites. Now a beloved staple in Minnesota\, the 9-piece Belfast Cowboys averaged over 120 shows a year before the pandemic. The bar-tested troubadours are known for playing epic sets at their weekly Minneapolis gigs and drawing large crowds to outdoor festivals. Occasionally they’ll venture beyond the Midwest to play Ireland\, Phoenix\, New York’s Times Square\, and once opened for the band Chicago in front of 15\,000 people.\n\n\n \n\n	\n		\n\n	\n	\n		\n					\n\n	\n\n\n\n	\n				\n			\n			\n\n	\n		\n\n	\n	\n\n\n	\n				\n			\n			\n	\n								\n									\n					\n								\n\n	\n	\n		\n					\n\n	\n\n	\n				\n			\n			\nThis activity is made possible by the voters of Minnesota through a Minnesota State Arts Board Operating Support grant\, thanks to a legislative appropriation from the arts and cultural heritage fund.
URL:https://thehookmpls.com/event/251004-belfast-cowboys/
LOCATION:The Hook and Ladder Theater\, 3010 Minnehaha Ave\, Minneapolis\, MN\, 55406\, United States
CATEGORIES:Hook & Ladder Theater
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SUMMARY:haute carl presents Vinyl + Vibes 6: BIRTHDAY BANGERS edition
DESCRIPTION:EVENT DETAILS \n\n	\n		\n\n	\n	\nThe Zen Arcade Stage at The Hook and Ladder \n\nDoors 8pm :: Music 8pm :: 21+\n$10 Box-Office / $12.16 Online / $15 DOOR\n\nBOX-OFFICE Tickets Are Available at Uptown VFW Box-Office (Open During Shows) & The Zen Arcade (Open During Hours of Operation.) For More Information visit www.ZenArcadeTHC.com\n		\n					\n\n	\n\n	\n				\n			\n			\n EVENT DESCRIPTION \n\n	\n		\n\n	\n	\nhaute carl presents Vinyl + Vibes 6: BIRTHDAY BANGERS edition\n\nWITH ALL VINYL SETS FROM\nDP Cortez\nDJ Apollo\nhaute carl\nLex Rodriguez\n\n—\n\nWe’re back at Zen Arcade for another installment of Vinyl + Vibes \n \nThis time it’s a special BIRTHDAY BANGERS edition\n \nWHAT DOES THAT MEAN?!\n \nWho doesn’t love to dig in and get a little self indulgent on their birthday?\n \nDP Cortez and haute carl are both turing different flavors of older within a few days of this event so we figured – why not let everybody loose?\n \nhaute carl does not intentionally steer intentions on gigs too hard – if he books you it’s because first and foremost he trusts what you’re bringing to the table.\n \nI don’t see this as too much of a grab bag – more of a harkening back to a time when everything was a wonderful melting pot of weird. Is it all Techno? House? What is genre anyways? \nWHAT YEAR IS IT?! \n\nLESS THINKING\, MORE DANCING WITH PEOPLE YOU LOVE\n \nWITH ALL VINYL SETS FROM\n \nDP Cortez\nDJ Apollo\nhaute carl\nLex Rodriguez\n \nRESPECT THE DANCE FLOOR AS SACRED \n  \n\nCONSENT IS MANDATORY \nPHONES AWAY // BE HERE NOW \n\n\n	\n		\n\n	\n	\n		\n					\n\n	\n\n\n\n	\n				\n			\n			\n\n	\n		\n\n	\n	\n\n\n	\n				\n			\n			\n	\n								\n									\n					\n								\n\n	\n	\n		\n					\n\n	\n\n	\n				\n			\n			\nThis activity is made possible by the voters of Minnesota through a Minnesota State Arts Board Operating Support grant\, thanks to a legislative appropriation from the arts and cultural heritage fund.
URL:https://thehookmpls.com/event/vinyl-vibes-6/
LOCATION:The Zen Arcade\, 3010 Minnehaha Ave STE 420\, Minneapolis\, MN\, 55406
CATEGORIES:Mission Room,Zen Arcade
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SUMMARY:Twin Cities Coalition for Justice Presents: TCC4 Slay- Drag Cabaret & Fundraiser
DESCRIPTION:EVENT DETAILS \n\n	\n		\n\n	\n	\nThe Hook and Ladder Theater \n\n\nDoors 5:30pm :: 18+ \n\n\nGA (Early): $15 Box-Office / $17.32\n\n\nGA: $20 Box-Office / $22.99 Online / $25 Door\n\n\n\nBOX-OFFICE Tickets Are Available in The Zen Arcade During Hours of Operation.For More Information visit www.ZenArcadeTHC.comNO REFUNDS\n\n		\n					\n\n	\n\n	\n				\n			\n			\n EVENT DESCRIPTION \n\nTwin Cities Coalition for Justice Presents:\nTCC4 Slay- Drag Cabaret & Fundraiser\n\nLive Music • DJ Sets • Drag Performances • Drag Bingo • Silent Auction • Raffle \nTwin Cities Coalition For Justice Presents TCC4 SLAY – Drag Cabaret & Fundraiser featuring Live Music\, DJ Sets\, Drag Performances\, Drag Bingo\, Silent Auction\, Raffle\, and More!\n\n	\n		\n\n	\n	\n		\n					\n\n	\n\n\n\n	\n				\n			\n			\n\n	\n		\n\n	\n	\n\n\n	\n				\n			\n			\n	\n								\n									\n					\n								\n\n	\n	\n		\n					\n\n	\n\n	\n				\n			\n			\nThis activity is made possible by the voters of Minnesota through a Minnesota State Arts Board Operating Support grant\, thanks to a legislative appropriation from the arts and cultural heritage fund.
URL:https://thehookmpls.com/event/tcc4-slay-2/
LOCATION:The Hook and Ladder Theater\, 3010 Minnehaha Ave\, Minneapolis\, MN\, 55406\, United States
CATEGORIES:Hook & Ladder Theater
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UID:3819-1760038200-1760047200@thehookmpls.com
SUMMARY:Joe Hysell EP Release
DESCRIPTION:EVENT DETAILS \n\n	\n		\n\n	\n	\nThe Zen Arcade Stage at The Hook and Ladder\n\n\nDoors 7:00pm :: Music 7:30pm :: 21+\n\n\n$16 ADV (Box-Office) / $18.87 ADV (Online) / $21 DOOR\n\n\nBOX-OFFICE Tickets Are Available in The Zen Arcade During Hours of Operation.For More Information visit www.ZenArcadeTHC.comNO REFUNDS \n		\n					\n\n	\n\n	\n				\n			\n			\n EVENT DESCRIPTION \n\n	\n		\n\n	\n	\nJoe Hysell EP Release \nw/ Luke Warm & the Cool Hands & The Ramblin’ Mercenaries— \nOn Thursday\, October 9\, Joe Hysell takes over The Zen Arcade Stage at The Hook and Ladder’s Mission Room to celebrate the release of his brand-new EP\, Still Gonna Try. This is Hysell at his boldest – blending Americana grit\, rock ’n’ roll fire\, and songwriting that hits you right in your broken heart.—\nJoe Hysell is a south Minneapolis-based singer-songwriter who stands at the crossroads of Americana’s heartfelt storytelling and rock ’n’ roll’s unrelenting edge. Raised on a musical compass that spans from the misty Blue Ridge Mountains to the wide-open heart of the Midwest to those golden California shores\, Hysell writes songs that cut deep – rich with grit\, fire\, and unshakable honesty. With his fourth EP\, Still Gonna Try\, Hysell takes his most daring leaps yet. Building on his alt-country roots\, he layers raw\, guitar-driven textures over lyrics that feel lived-in and true. The result is a sound that’s bigger\, bolder\, and more urgent than anything he’s done before – a testament to an artist willing to push past comfort\, chase new horizons\, and sing straight from his oceanic soul.\n—\nJoining the party:🎸 The Ramblin’ Mercenaries – Hysell’s backing-band\, led by Jake and Metal Joe Anderson\, bring honky-tonk swagger and country soul that’ll have your boots tappin’ featuring the legendary Dan Neal and Jeremy Johnson—🎶 Luke Warm and the Cool Hands – Minnesota bluegrass fixtures bring rootsy grooves with a side of sharp wit and family band charm\n	\n		\n\n	\n	\n		\n					\n\n	\n\n\n\n	\n				\n			\n			\n\n	\n		\n\n	\n	\n\n\n	\n				\n			\n			\n	\n								\n									\n					\n								\n\n	\n	\n		\n					\n\n	\n\n	\n				\n			\n			\nThis activity is made possible by the voters of Minnesota through a Minnesota State Arts Board Operating Support grant\, thanks to a legislative appropriation from the arts and cultural heritage fund.
URL:https://thehookmpls.com/event/joe-hysell/
LOCATION:The Zen Arcade\, 3010 Minnehaha Ave STE 420\, Minneapolis\, MN\, 55406
CATEGORIES:Mission Room,Zen Arcade
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251010T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251010T220000
DTSTAMP:20260530T070140
CREATED:20250811T173354Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250811T173458Z
UID:3815-1760122800-1760133600@thehookmpls.com
SUMMARY:16th Annual BIG FAT LOVE: Celebrating John Prine’s Birthday
DESCRIPTION:EVENT DETAILS \n\n	\n		\n\n	\n	\nThe Hook and Ladder Theater \n\n\nDoors 6:00pm :: Music 7:00pm :: 21+\n\n\nRESERVED SEAT: $30 ADV (Box Office) / $33.30 ADV (Online)\n\n\nSRO: $20 ADV (Box-Office) / $22.99 ADV (Online) / $25 DOOR\n\n\n\nBOX-OFFICE Tickets Are Available in The Zen Arcade During Hours of Operation.For More Information visit www.ZenArcadeTHC.comNO REFUNDS\n\n		\n					\n\n	\n\n	\n				\n			\n			\n EVENT DESCRIPTION \n\n16th Annual \nBig Fat Love:\nCelebrating John Prine’s Birthday\n— \nThe Hook & Ladder Theater is pleased to host the 15th Annual Big Fat Love show\, celebrating what would have been the late John Prine’s 79th birthday. The popular event is curated and hosted by Ben Cook-Feltz & KFAI’s Ellen Stanley (a.k.a. Mother Banjo) and features performances by Minnesota’s top folk\, blues and Americana acts.\n \nLauded as one of America’s greatest songwriters\, the former mailman and 4-time Grammy winner was known for many songs that have become American standards like “Paradise\,” “Angel From Montgomery” and “Hello In There.” The event will include performances of these Prine classics as well as some lesser known favorites.\n \n\nAll proceeds benefit the Hello In There Foundation\, established by John Prine’s family and offering support for people who are marginalized\, discriminated against or\, for any reason\, are otherwise forgotten.\n\n	\n		\n\n	\n	\n		\n					\n\n	\n\n\n\n	\n				\n			\n			\n\n	\n		\n\n	\n	\n\n\n	\n				\n			\n			\n	\n								\n									\n					\n								\n\n	\n	\n		\n					\n\n	\n\n	\n				\n			\n			\nThis activity is made possible by the voters of Minnesota through a Minnesota State Arts Board Operating Support grant\, thanks to a legislative appropriation from the arts and cultural heritage fund.
URL:https://thehookmpls.com/event/16th-annual-big-fat-love/
LOCATION:The Hook and Ladder Theater\, 3010 Minnehaha Ave\, Minneapolis\, MN\, 55406\, United States
CATEGORIES:Hook & Ladder Theater
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251011T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251011T170000
DTSTAMP:20260530T070140
CREATED:20250923T223440Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250930T141908Z
UID:3911-1760194800-1760202000@thehookmpls.com
SUMMARY:Hamell on Trial “Driving All Night” Live Concert & Art Show
DESCRIPTION:EVENT DETAILS \n\n	\n		\n\n	\n	\nThe Zen Arcade Stage at The Hook and Ladder\n\n\nDoors 2:30pm :: Music 3:00pm :: 21+\n\n\nAdmission is FREE*\n\n\n		\n					\n\n	\n\n	\n				\n			\n			\n EVENT DESCRIPTION \n\n	\n		\n\n	\n	\nA Firehouse Performing Arts Community Fundraiser\nHamell on Trial  “Driving All Night” Live Concert & Art Show\n\n*Patrons 21 and over may buy a $5 wristband for adult beverage purchase with valid ID. Thank you for supporting the Firehouse Performing Arts Community. \n— \n\nJoin us for a special Firehouse Performing Arts Community Fundraiser featuring the return of folk-punk powerhouse Hamell on Trial as he kicks off his multimedia tour “Driving All Night”—a bold\, hilarious\, and heartfelt solo performance about life\, art\, and raising a kid on the road. Stay after the show for a gallery exhibition of Hamell’s original artwork.\n\n🔥 Raw. Political. Hilarious. Unforgettable.\n“Bald\, bold\, and superbad!” – Rolling Stone\n“A one-man rock show!” – Henry Rollins\n\nSupport local arts. Celebrate the unfiltered. Come for the music—stay for the revolution.\n	\n		\n\n	\n	\n		\n					\n\n	\n\n\n\n	\n				\n			\n			\n\n	\n		\n\n	\n	\n\n\n	\n				\n			\n			\n	\n								\n									\n					\n								\n\n	\n	\n		\n					\n\n	\n\n	\n				\n			\n			\nThis activity is made possible by the voters of Minnesota through a Minnesota State Arts Board Operating Support grant\, thanks to a legislative appropriation from the arts and cultural heritage fund.
URL:https://thehookmpls.com/event/hamellontrial-drivingallnight/
LOCATION:The Zen Arcade\, 3010 Minnehaha Ave STE 420\, Minneapolis\, MN\, 55406
CATEGORIES:Mission Room,Zen Arcade
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251011T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251011T220000
DTSTAMP:20260530T070140
CREATED:20250813T202208Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250813T204218Z
UID:3821-1760211000-1760220000@thehookmpls.com
SUMMARY:The Morning Kings\, Brittany Bridgewater & The Sparks\, Of The Orchard\, My Cousin Dallas
DESCRIPTION:EVENT DETAILS \n\n	\n		\n\n	\n	\nThe Zen Arcade Stage at The Hook and Ladder\n\n\nDoors 7:00pm :: Music 7:30pm :: 21+\n\n\n$11 Box-Office / $13.20 Online / $16 Door\n\n\nBOX-OFFICE Tickets Are Available in The Zen Arcade During Hours of Operation.For More Information visit www.ZenArcadeTHC.comNO REFUNDS\n		\n					\n\n	\n\n	\n				\n			\n			\n EVENT DESCRIPTION \n\n	\n		\n\n	\n	\nThe Morning Kings\, Brittany Bridgewater & The Sparks\, Of The Orchard\, My Cousin Dallas\n— \n\n\nAn eclectic night where Minneapolis funk-infused pop-rock hangs out with high-energy alt-pop from Denver! Bring you dancing shoes…\n\n\n—\n\n\nThe Morning Kings are a Minneapoli s homegrown band blending funk-infused rock with sultry vocals\, driving rhythms\, soaring keys\, and crowd-favorite guitar solos. Their high-energy shows take listeners on a groove-filled journey that keeps the dance floor moving.\n\n\n—\n\n\nBrittany Bridgewater & The Sparks are a high-energy alt-pop band f rom Denver\, blending ska’s bounce\, punk’s edge\, and punchy horn lines that bring the party to life. Fronted by powerhouse vocalist Brittany Bridgewater\, they deliver catchy hooks\, bold lyrics\, and electrifying live shows — think early No Doubt meets Olivia Rodrigo\, with a brass-fueled twist.\n\n\n—\n\n\nOf The Orchard are a Minneap olis pop-rock band with Midwestern roots and a fresh\, recharged lineup. Mixing shimmering guitar hooks\, driving bass\, and anthemic choruses with heartfelt lyrics\, they deliver a bright ‘Sota Pop Rock sound — ready to light up any stage with a burst of nostalgic-meets-modern energy.\n\n\n—\n\n\nMy Cousin Dallas was born in a W isconsin college radio station and got their start in a local coffeehouse series before spending the next two decades bringing “Garage Revival” to the Midwest. Best described as The Replacements and Barenaked Ladies covering Duran Duran\, their shows are an eclectic ride through 20+ years of originals and unique covers — all guaranteed to get the crowd smiling and singing along.\n\n\n	\n		\n\n	\n	\n		\n					\n\n	\n\n\n\n	\n				\n			\n			\n\n	\n		\n\n	\n	\n\n\n	\n				\n			\n			\n	\n								\n									\n					\n								\n\n	\n	\n		\n					\n\n	\n\n	\n				\n			\n			\nThis activity is made possible by the voters of Minnesota through a Minnesota State Arts Board Operating Support grant\, thanks to a legislative appropriation from the arts and cultural heritage fund.
URL:https://thehookmpls.com/event/morningkings-brittanybridgewatersparks-oforchard-mycousindallas/
LOCATION:The Zen Arcade\, 3010 Minnehaha Ave STE 420\, Minneapolis\, MN\, 55406
CATEGORIES:Mission Room,Zen Arcade
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251011T203000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251011T233000
DTSTAMP:20260530T070140
CREATED:20250506T173848Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250915T174503Z
UID:3557-1760214600-1760225400@thehookmpls.com
SUMMARY:** CANCELED ** Messer Chups with Black Widows\, & DJ Demonica
DESCRIPTION:EVENT DETAILS \n\n	\n		\n\n	\n	\n		\n					\n\n	\n\n	\n				\n			\n			\n EVENT DESCRIPTION \n\n	\n		\n\n	\n	\nWe regret to inform you that\, due to unforeseen circumstances\, the event featuring Messer Chups with Black Widows and DJ Demonica\, scheduled for Saturday\, October 11\, has been canceled. \nAll ticket purchases will be automatically refunded at the original point of purchase. Please allow a few business days for the refund to process. \nWe sincerely apologize for any inconvenience this may cause and appreciate your understanding and continued support. \nIf you have any questions or concerns\, feel free to contact us. \nThank you\,The Hook and Ladder Team \nMesser Chups\nwith Black Widows & DJ Demonica\n\n\nWhile Messer Chups’ mostly instrumental sound is hard to neatly categorize\, it’s safe to say that it would be embraced by fans of rockabilly\, horror punk\, vintage surf records\, Italian slasher films\, My Life with the Thrill Kill Kult\, Pulp Fiction\, lounge music\, the theremin\, The Cramps\, and the theme song from The Munsters. Their catchy music combines surf\, vintage Russian melodies\, rare film samples from the 50s and 60s\, scratchy historical recordings\, and lounge loops. Live\, they explode with garage-punk intensity\, all played against a video-collage backdrop of mid-century trashy cult and horror movie clips featuring Russ Meyer and Ed Wood\, and superstars like Vampira and Bela Lugosi in a zombie mash-up.\n \n\nBlack Widows is a surf-psych-punk band from Minneapolis\, Minnesota. BW twangy surf guitar\, easy sleazy bass grooves\, riot grrrl vocals\, and slick beats will move you outta your seats \n\n+ DJ Demonica spinning vinyl
URL:https://thehookmpls.com/event/messerchups-blackwidows/
LOCATION:The Hook and Ladder Theater\, 3010 Minnehaha Ave\, Minneapolis\, MN\, 55406\, United States
CATEGORIES:Hook & Ladder Theater,Live Music
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251011T220000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251012T010000
DTSTAMP:20260530T070140
CREATED:20250925T203050Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250926T220935Z
UID:3917-1760220000-1760230800@thehookmpls.com
SUMMARY:Oasis Events Presents: ATL NIGHT
DESCRIPTION:EVENT DETAILS \n\n	\n		\n\n	\n	\nThe Hook and Ladder Theater \n\n\n10:00 p.m. – 2:00 a.m.\n\n\nGA (Early): $12 Box Office / $14.23 Online\n\n\nGA: $22 Box Office / $25.05 Online / $22 Door / $12 Late\n\n\n\nBOX-OFFICE Tickets Are Available in The Zen Arcade During Hours of Operation.For More Information visit www.ZenArcadeTHC.comNO REFUNDS\n\n		\n					\n\n	\n\n	\n				\n			\n			\n EVENT DESCRIPTION \n\nOasis Events Presents: ATL NIGHT \nfeat. Mr. Peter Parker\, DJ Arielsky and DJ Lester playing ATL anthems all night long! \n— \n\n**No Refunds. ENTRANCE: Glass door on the north side (alley) of the building** \n\n \nTransportation/Parking: The Hook and Ladder is conveniently located near the Metro Blue Line (https://www.metrotransit.org/metro-blue-line) and is easily accessible via several Metro transit bus routes. There is free parking available (on a first-come-first-serve basis) within the north parking lot (behind the Hook and Ladder) as well as on the adjacent city streets. \n\n\n	\n		\n\n	\n	\n		\n					\n\n	\n\n\n\n	\n				\n			\n			\n\n	\n		\n\n	\n	\n\n\n	\n				\n			\n			\n	\n								\n									\n					\n								\n\n	\n	\n		\n					\n\n	\n\n	\n				\n			\n			\nThis activity is made possible by the voters of Minnesota through a Minnesota State Arts Board Operating Support grant\, thanks to a legislative appropriation from the arts and cultural heritage fund.
URL:https://thehookmpls.com/event/oasis/
LOCATION:The Hook and Ladder Theater\, 3010 Minnehaha Ave\, Minneapolis\, MN\, 55406\, United States
CATEGORIES:Hook & Ladder Theater
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251014T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251014T210000
DTSTAMP:20260530T070140
CREATED:20250910T223147Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251009T181703Z
UID:3880-1760468400-1760475600@thehookmpls.com
SUMMARY:Space Between x Caedence
DESCRIPTION:EVENT DETAILS \n\n	\n		\n\n	\n	\nThe Hook and Ladder Theater  \n\n7:00pm – 9:00pm\nFree\n\n		\n					\n\n	\n\n	\n				\n			\n			\n EVENT DESCRIPTION \n\n	\n		\n\n	\n	\n\nSpace Between x Caedence\n\n\nCalling all musicians and artists! The Hook and Ladder theater is proud to present: A Space Between educational workshop in partnership with Caedence. Developed right here in Minneapolis\, Caedence is a music composition software that will elevate your practices and performances\, save you studio time and money\, and “Gets you to the good parts faster.” This workshop will start with a platform presentation and Q&A\, and then we’ll transition to “Caedence Karaoke\,” giving you an opportunity to test experience and use the web-based software yourself. Bring an instrument or use one that will be provided. You won’t want to miss this! \n\n \n1.      Cross between garage band and guitar hero\, but in real life. Used for or live shows\, recording\, charting\, songwriting\, collaboration\, and band practice.\n2.      Music collaboration platform that keeps you\, your band\, and your entire performance perfectly in sync — so you can learn faster\, rehearse better\, and create mind-blowing musical experiences.\n3.      Customize and sync virtually every aspect of your performance — across devices\, and in real time (Sound\, lights\, lasers\, fog machines). \n4.      Get access to a free trial by attending. \n5.      Beverages available and food truck outside\n\n	\n		\n\n	\n	\n		\n					\n\n	\n\n\n\n	\n				\n			\n			\n\n	\n		\n\n	\n	\n\n\n	\n				\n			\n			\n	\n								\n									\n					\n								\n\n	\n	\n		\n					\n\n	\n\n	\n				\n			\n			\nThis activity is made possible by the voters of Minnesota through a Minnesota State Arts Board Operating Support grant\, thanks to a legislative appropriation from the arts and cultural heritage fund.
URL:https://thehookmpls.com/event/space-between-6/
LOCATION:The Zen Arcade\, 3010 Minnehaha Ave STE 420\, Minneapolis\, MN\, 55406
CATEGORIES:Hook & Ladder Theater
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251016T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251016T210000
DTSTAMP:20260530T070140
CREATED:20251004T221024Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251117T184335Z
UID:3933-1760630400-1760648400@thehookmpls.com
SUMMARY:Dirty P’s Thirsty 3rd Thursdays Club with The Liquor Pigs & Cornbread
DESCRIPTION:EVENT DETAILS \n\n	\n		\n\n	\n	\nThe Hook and Ladder Theater\n \n\n\nDoors 4:00pm :: Music 5:00PM :: 21+\n\n\nFREE*\n\n\n*Patrons 21 and over may buy a $5 wristband for adult beverage purchase with valid ID. Thank you for supporting the Firehouse Performing Arts Community. \n		\n					\n\n	\n\n	\n				\n			\n			\n EVENT DESCRIPTION \n\nDirty P’s Thirsty 3rd Thursdays Club\nat Zen Arcade inside The Hook & Ladder\nThursday October 16\nThursday November 20\nThursday December 1\n—\n\nThe Hook & Ladder Theater\, in partnership with Jameson and Summit Brewing\, is excited to present a brand-new three-month music series that keeps the Palmer’s spirit alive and connected! Join us every third Thursday (Oct–Dec) for a barrier-free community hang featuring:\n\n\nThe Front Porch Swingin’ Liquor Pigs live from 7–9pm\nWillie Murphy’s Legendary Piano (with very special guest players Cornbread and/or The Feelin’) from 5–7pm\nPalmer’s long-time bartender Bob Samuelson\nDrink specials from Jameson & Summit Brewing\n\n\n…and plenty more surprises! \n\nCome raise a glass\, hear some familiar tunes\, and be part of this ongoing community connection & celebration.\n\n\n\n		\n					\n\n	\n\n\n\n	\n				\n			\n			\n\n	\n		\n\n	\n	\n\n\n	\n				\n			\n			\n	\n								\n									\n					\n								\n\n	\n	\n		\n					\n\n	\n\n	\n				\n			\n			\nThis activity is made possible by the voters of Minnesota through a Minnesota State Arts Board Operating Support grant\, thanks to a legislative appropriation from the arts and cultural heritage fund.
URL:https://thehookmpls.com/event/dirty-ps-thirsty-3rd-thursdays/2025-10-16/
LOCATION:The Zen Arcade\, 3010 Minnehaha Ave STE 420\, Minneapolis\, MN\, 55406
CATEGORIES:Concerts,Mission Room,Zen Arcade
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251017T200000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251018T000000
DTSTAMP:20260530T070140
CREATED:20250827T170407Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250827T170846Z
UID:3851-1760731200-1760745600@thehookmpls.com
SUMMARY:anni xo Album Release
DESCRIPTION:EVENT DETAILS \n\n	\n		\n\n	\n	\nThe Hook and Ladder Theater \n\n\nDoors 7:00pm :: Music 8:00pm \n\n\n$13 ADV Box-Office / $15.26 Online / $17 Door\n\n\n\nBOX-OFFICE Tickets Are Available in The Zen Arcade During Hours of Operation.For More Information visit www.ZenArcadeTHC.comNO REFUNDS\n\n		\n					\n\n	\n\n	\n				\n			\n			\n EVENT DESCRIPTION \n\nanni xo Album Release \nwith Clovers Daughter\, Sophie Hiroko\, & LAAMAR\n— \n\nJoin us for a queer prom at Hook & Ladder to celebrate anni xo’s debut album release! Come dressed in your best prom outfit\, with or without a date. With music from Sophie Hiroki\, LAAMAR\, Clovers Daughter and anni xo.\n—\nanni xo (they/them)\, a young queer musician hailing from Minnesota who discovered solace and self-expression through music. Drawing inspiration from the likes of boygenius\, Annie Dirusso\, and Dora Jar\, anni’s music is a captivating fusion of alternative songwriting and pop stylings that intricately weave together themes of love\, loss\, and the trials of youth in a post-modern world.\n —\nLAAMAR is the latest project led by Minneapolis-based singer\, songwriter\, saxophonist\, and composer Geoffrey Lamar Wilson. Former frontman of Brooklyn-based Jus Post Bellum\, Wilson is also known for his multilayered looped saxophone performances andcatchy podcast ditties (Terrible\, Thanks for Asking). \n \nAfter unexpectedly bursting onto the scene in 2023 with his debut single “Home to My Baby\,” LAAMAR has had a steady stream of in-demand performances and radio play across Minnesota. His engaging\, humorous\, and often intensely hushed solo performances led to opening slots for notable touring artists including Arlo Parks\, Durand Jones\, Dan Wilson\, and Sunny War. Flowers blends Wilson’s idiomatic inspirations\, bridging folk\, soul\, R&B\, and country\, with an ear toward racial and social justice issues and the shared human experience. \n \nBacked by his dynamic and sharp-eared band\, which can evolve to include saxophone\, cello\, and a rotating cast of guest vocalists\, LAAMAR puts on a live show that is at once known to get folks dancing while alternatively leaving them in tears.  \n\nLAAMAR’s debut full-length In The Light finds the artist exploring the intersection of identity\, masculinity\, joy\, and grief. In this new collection of songs\, LAAMAR writes through the lens of fatherhood\, personal growth\, and self-discovery\, expanding on the racial justice issues at the heart of Flowers. \n \nIn The Light explores the myriad ways in which empathy for oneself and others\, and an increasing capacity for human connection\, can tell stories that bring community together. With Nat Harvie (Low\, Cole Pulice) in the producer’s chair\, this new collection of songs and live show continues to expand the band’s musical direction\, with bold production\, densely layered instrumentation\, and an ever-widening assortment of musical collaborators.  \n—\nClovers Daughter: is an independent artist whose music fuses indie pop and alternative sounds with raw\, evocative storytelling. Her multicultural roots shape a perspective that feels both deeply personal and universally resonant.\nWith the release of her debut EP on April 30\, 2025\, and full-length album Am I Worth It? on August 12\, 2025\, Clovers Daughter has quickly established herself as a rising voice in the indie scene—known for lyrics that cut deep and melodies that linger long after the song ends.\n\n\n	\n		\n\n	\n	\n		\n					\n\n	\n\n\n\n	\n				\n			\n			\n\n	\n		\n\n	\n	\n\n\n	\n				\n			\n			\n	\n								\n									\n					\n								\n\n	\n	\n		\n					\n\n	\n\n	\n				\n			\n			\nThis activity is made possible by the voters of Minnesota through a Minnesota State Arts Board Operating Support grant\, thanks to a legislative appropriation from the arts and cultural heritage fund.
URL:https://thehookmpls.com/event/anni-xo-album-release/
LOCATION:The Hook and Ladder Theater\, 3010 Minnehaha Ave\, Minneapolis\, MN\, 55406\, United States
CATEGORIES:Hook & Ladder Theater
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251017T203000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251018T000000
DTSTAMP:20260530T070140
CREATED:20250326T235500Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250424T210102Z
UID:3471-1760733000-1760745600@thehookmpls.com
SUMMARY:Hipshaker MPLS | Heavy Funk & Rare Soul Dance Party
DESCRIPTION:EVENT DETAILS \n\n	\n		\n\n	\n	\nThe Zen Arcade Stage at The Hook and Ladder\n\nDoors 8:30pm :: Music 8:30pm:: 21+ \nGA: $12 Box-Office / $14.23 Online / $17 Door\n\nBOX-OFFICE Tickets Are Available in The Zen Arcade During Hours of Operation.For More Information visit www.ZenArcadeTHC.comNO REFUNDS \n		\n					\n\n	\n\n	\n				\n			\n			\n EVENT DESCRIPTION \n\n	\n		\n\n	\n	\nHipshaker MPLS | Heavy Funk & Rare Soul Dance Party\nOriginal Vinyl 45s! DJs Brian Engel\, Greg Waletski\, George Rodriguez  \n	\n		\n\n	\n	\n		\n					\n\n	\n\n\n\n	\n				\n			\n			\n\n	\n		\n\n	\n	\n\n\n	\n				\n			\n			\n	\n								\n									\n					\n								\n\n	\n	\n		\n					\n\n	\n\n	\n				\n			\n			\nThis activity is made possible by the voters of Minnesota through a Minnesota State Arts Board Operating Support grant\, thanks to a legislative appropriation from the arts and cultural heritage fund.
URL:https://thehookmpls.com/event/25oct-hipshaker/
LOCATION:The Zen Arcade\, 3010 Minnehaha Ave STE 420\, Minneapolis\, MN\, 55406
CATEGORIES:Dance,Dance Party,DJ,Mission Room,Zen Arcade
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251018T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251018T200000
DTSTAMP:20260530T070140
CREATED:20250930T152634Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251016T200834Z
UID:3930-1760803200-1760817600@thehookmpls.com
SUMMARY:NO KINGS TWIN CITIES: Fall (of Fascism) Festival
DESCRIPTION:EVENT DETAILS \n\n		REGISTER\n	\n\n\n		RSVP ON FACEBOOK\n	\n\n\n	\n		\n\n	\n	\nThe Hook and Ladder Theater \n\nDoors 4:00pm :: All Ages :: 21+ To Drink\n\nFREE\n\nRegister In Advance For Priority Entry\n\n		\n					\n\n	\n\n	\n				\n			\n			\n EVENT DESCRIPTION \n\n	\n		\n\n	\n	\n🍁 NO KINGS TWIN CITIES: Fall (of Fascism) Festival\n🗓️ Saturday\, October 18\n📍 The Hook and Ladder\, Minneapolis\n⏰ Time 4-8 pm\n \n\n\n4:00 Doors\n4:30 Music/singalong with Paul McCloskey\n5:30 No Kings Puppeteers Show\n6:30 Favourite Girl\nGames All Evening Outside Under The Canopy!\n\n\n	\n		\n\n	\n	\n\nStep right up for an evening of resistance\, revelry\, and radical joy at NO KINGS TWIN CITIES: Fall (of Fascism) Festival — a one-of-a-kind fundraiser bringing community together through music\, games\, and the shared commitment to a world without tyrants\, thrones\, or fascism.\n\n	\n		\n\n	\n	\n\nFeaturing:\n🎸 Live Music – Local bands bringing the noise and the energy\n🎪 Carnival Games & Dunk Tank – Play games & make a splash!\n🎟️ Support the Cause – Support your local Hands Off Coalition* in fun and festive ways\n🍻 Drinks\, food truck\, & radical vibes all evening\n*Patrons 21 and over may buy a $5 wristband for adult beverage purchase with valid ID. Thank you for supporting the Firehouse Performing Arts Center.\n\n	\n		\n\n	\n	\n\nWhether you’re here to enjoy fall vibes\, dance\, organize\, or just throw a beanbag at a dictator’s face\, this is your space to connect\, resist\, and celebrate community power.\n\n	\n		\n\n	\n	\n\nNo thrones\, no crowns\, no kings — just us.\nAll are welcome (18+ event). Fascists are not.\n\n	\n		\n\n	\n	\n\n*The Hands Off Coalition is currently made up of Indivisible Twin Cities\, 50501 Minnesota\, Women’s March Minnesota\, and AFL-CIO Minnesota. A portion of the proceeds from this Festival will be used to support the No Kings Twin Cities march/rally (and potentially future) coalition event(s).\n\n	\n		\n\n	\n	\n\nLearn more about the No Kings Twin Cities march/rally on 10/18 here: https://indivisibletwincities.org/no-kings-twincities\nDonate to support the No Kings Twin Cities march/rally here: https://secure.actblue.com/donate/no-kings-2.0-10-18-mpls
URL:https://thehookmpls.com/event/no-kings-twin-cities-fall-of-fascism-festival/
LOCATION:The Hook and Ladder Theater\, 3010 Minnehaha Ave\, Minneapolis\, MN\, 55406\, United States
CATEGORIES:Festival,Hook & Ladder Theater
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251019T200000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251019T230000
DTSTAMP:20260530T070140
CREATED:20250918T170333Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251018T072516Z
UID:3901-1760904000-1760914800@thehookmpls.com
SUMMARY:Light 'em Up The BONG SHOW
DESCRIPTION:EVENT DETAILS \n\n\n		RSVP ON FACEBOOK\n	\n\n	\n		\n\n	\n	\nThe Hook AND LADDER THEATER \n\n7pm Doors (Social Smoke Hour) :: 8pm Show :: 21+\nGA: $15 Box-Office / $17.32 Online / $20 DOOR\n\nBOX-OFFICE Tickets Are Available at Uptown VFW Box-Office (Open During Shows) & The Zen Arcade (Open During Hours of Operation.) For More Information visit www.ZenArcadeTHC.com \n		\n					\n\n	\n\n	\n				\n			\n			\n EVENT DESCRIPTION \n\n	\n		\n\n	\n	\nOdd Brothers & Ira Ford Comedy Presents\nLight ’em Up The BONG SHOW\nHosted by Ira Ford\n— \n\nThe Hook hosts a unique and interactive comedy improv experience for Twin City comedy and cannabis fans!The Hook is teaming up with local comic/host/producer Ira Ford\, our friends at Retro Bakery\, Zen Arcade\, Green Piece Minnesota and twelve very special Midwest comedians to present a live stand-up showcase/competition – Light ‘em Up\, The Bong Show! \nFeaturing:Mike Lester\nSascha Plouffe\nEric Austin \nZach Ashton\nMatt Dooyma\nJeff Paul\nLaura Schumacher \nBoima Freeman\nElisha Shade\nAlex Jaffe\nJamil Jackson\n \nPLUS September 21st winner to open up the night!\nThis ‘highbred’ comedy event embraces MN cannabis culture by purposely blurring the lines between audience members and performers with an open pre-show smoke-out on the Twin Cities largest cannabis friendly patio at The Hook. \n \nTwelve (12) ‘contender’ comics will compete telling prewritten and improvisational material.  Audience members will hold their lit phon\n\n	\n		\n\n	\n	\n		\n					\n\n	\n\n\n\n	\n				\n			\n			\n\n	\n		\n\n	\n	\n\n\n	\n				\n			\n			\n	\n								\n									\n					\n								\n\n	\n	\n		\n					\n\n	\n\n	\n				\n			\n			\nThis activity is made possible by the voters of Minnesota through a Minnesota State Arts Board Operating Support grant\, thanks to a legislative appropriation from the arts and cultural heritage fund.
URL:https://thehookmpls.com/event/2510-bong-show/
LOCATION:The Hook and Ladder Theater\, 3010 Minnehaha Ave\, Minneapolis\, MN\, 55406\, United States
CATEGORIES:Hook & Ladder Theater
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20251021
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20251023
DTSTAMP:20260530T070140
CREATED:20251007T165022Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251007T165022Z
UID:3939-1761008400-1761094799@thehookmpls.com
SUMMARY:PRIVATE EVENT
DESCRIPTION:OVERVIEW \n\n	\n		\n\n	\n	\nThe non-profit Hook and Ladder Theater is available to rent for your next event. In addition to providing accessible arts programming\, community events and ticketed concerts\, The Hook is also available for uniquely memorable private functions\, such as; weddings\, fundraisers\, anniversaries\, holiday\, memorial\, company and birthday parties. \n\n		BOOK THE HOOK\n	\n\n		\n					\n\n	\n\n	\n				\n			\n			\n RENTAL DETAILS \n\n	\n		\n\n	\n	\nPlan Your Next Event at The Hook\nWith our (2) unique performance spaces (our Theater/Lounge and our new Mission Room)\, (3) performance stages\, (2) sprung dance floors and full technical production capabilities\, The Hook & Ladder is perfect for small intimate gatherings or larger groups up to 500. The Hook & Ladder is ideally suited for reception events\, dinners with (80-100) seated guests\, passed apps and/or buffet with live entertainment. \nAs a multi-use performing arts space with a full-bar\, a large selection of local craft beverages and working relationships with a wide variety of local artists\, caterers and brewers\, The Hook can easily accommodate any taste and any lay-out\, host both ceremonies and receptions as well as power-point presentations and happy-hour events. \n	\n		\n\n	\n	\n		\n					\n\n	\n\n\n\n	\n				\n			\n			\n\n	\n		\n\n	\n	\n\n\n	\n				\n			\n			\n	\n								\n									\n					\n								\n\n	\n	\n		\n					\n\n	\n\n	\n				\n			\n			\nThis activity is made possible by the voters of Minnesota through a Minnesota State Arts Board Operating Support grant\, thanks to a legislative appropriation from the arts and cultural heritage fund.
URL:https://thehookmpls.com/event/private-event-32/
LOCATION:The Hook and Ladder Theater\, 3010 Minnehaha Ave\, Minneapolis\, MN\, 55406\, United States
CATEGORIES:Hook & Ladder Theater
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251021T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251021T200000
DTSTAMP:20260530T070140
CREATED:20251009T155737Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251016T220639Z
UID:3950-1761069600-1761076800@thehookmpls.com
SUMMARY:Finding Solutions: Community Panel on Homelessness
DESCRIPTION:EVENT DETAILS \n\n\n		FREE REGISTRATION\n	\n\n\n		RSVP ON FACEBOOK\n	\n\n	\n		\n\n	\n	\nThe Hook and Ladder Theater \n\n6:00pm – 8:00pm\n\n	\n								\n									\n					\n								\n\n	\n	\n		\n					\n\n	\n\n	\n				\n			\n			\n EVENT DESCRIPTION \n\n\n\n\n\nFinding Solutions: Community Panel on Homelessness\n\n\n\n\n— \nWe will learn what is currently being done to improve the Homeless situation\, how accountability is being addressed\, what programs are in place and what issuccessful and what is not\, what is the role of the County and City and how do they work together…they address any additional questions. \n\n\n—.Attendees will be encouraged to participate in the discussion and ask questions of the panelists.\n—\nPanelists:Angela ConleyHennepin County CommissionerDanielle WerderCounty Senior Department Administrator\, Office to End HomelessnessJason ChavezMinneapolis City Council MemberKelly MatterCEO\, AvivoRichard BahrCEO\, Threshold to New Life\n—\nThis event is free-of-charge. We ask participants to please register on EventBrite to ensure that we have adequate seating. Scan QR code to bring up the registration page on the Internet.\n—\n\n\n\n\nPark on the west side of the building and enter on the north side. Food truck + drinks available for purchase. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n	\n		\n\n	\n	\n		\n					\n\n	\n\n\n\n	\n				\n			\n			\n\n	\n		\n\n	\n	\n\n\n	\n				\n			\n			\n	\n								\n									\n					\n								\n\n	\n	\n		\n					\n\n	\n\n	\n				\n			\n			\nThis activity is made possible by the voters of Minnesota through a Minnesota State Arts Board Operating Support grant\, thanks to a legislative appropriation from the arts and cultural heritage fund.
URL:https://thehookmpls.com/event/finding-solutions-community-panel-on-homelessness/
LOCATION:The Hook and Ladder Theater\, 3010 Minnehaha Ave\, Minneapolis\, MN\, 55406\, United States
CATEGORIES:Hook & Ladder Theater
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251022T200000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251022T233000
DTSTAMP:20260530T070140
CREATED:20250619T212103Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251018T072415Z
UID:3723-1761163200-1761175800@thehookmpls.com
SUMMARY:Albert Cummings
DESCRIPTION:EVENT DETAILS \n\n\n		RSVP ON FACBOOK\n	\n\n	\n		\n\n	\n	\nThe Hook and Ladder Theater \n\nDoors 7:00pm :: Music 8:00pm :: 21+\n\nBOX-OFFICE Tickets Are Available at The Hook & Ladder Box Office or The Zen Arcade (Open During Hours of Operation.) For More Information visit www.ZenArcadeTHC.com \n		\n					\n\n	\n\n	\n				\n			\n			\n EVENT DESCRIPTION \n\n	\n		\n\n	\n	\nAlbert Cummings\nBreaking every cliché associated with the blues while producing some of the most powerful music of the 21st century comes as natural to Albert Cummings as swinging a hammer while constructing one of his award-winning custom built homes. The Massachusetts native learned the requisite three chords on the guitar from his father\, but then switched to playing banjo at age 12 and became a fan of bluegrass music. Like everything he tackles\, he threw himself headlong into the pursuit\, going to festivals and winning several picking contests in high school. Before graduating he heard the early recordings of Stevie Ray Vaughan\, however\, and was floored by the virtuosity. While in college in 1987 he saw Vaughan perform and he returned to the guitar with a new outlook and resolve. He had another tradition to live up to first\, however\, and he studied the building trade in order to follow his family into the home building business. Not until he was 27\, an age when other musicians were either already established or had long ago put their dream aside for the realities of life\, did Albert finally decide to go for it. \n\n \nAn intense period of wood shedding resulted Albert sharing a bill with Double Trouble\, the late Stevie Ray Vaughan’s rhythm section. So taken with Albert’s fire and passion were bassist Tommy Shannon and drummer Chris Layton that they volunteered to play on and produce his debut recording. In 2003 the aptly-titled From the Heart (Under the Radar)\, with the awesome power of a Nor’easter and the soul of a natural born artist. No less a giant of the blues than B.B. King\, who Cummings acknowledged with a funky version of ‘Rock Me\, Baby\,’ dubbed Cummings ‘a great guitarist.’ In an era of cowboy-hatted poseurs\, Cumming delivered the goods straight from the heart and shoulder with a wallop generated by his talent rather than his wardrobe. \n\n \nA year later Double Trouble joined Cummings again as he signed with Blind Pig Records to create True to Yourself. This time they brought in legendary producer Jim Gaines to control the sessions. The all-original release further showcased Albert’s rapidly developing songwriting chops and deeply emotional vocals as well as stunning guitar pyrotechnics that put the metallurgical properties of his strings to the test. Tours and shows with blues legends B.B. King\, Johnny Winter\, Buddy Guy and others brought his music to an audience grateful for the opportunity to be rocked hard by a man possessed to play every song like his life depended on it. \n\n \nWorking Man (Blind Pig)\, Albert’s summer of 2006 blockbuster release\, is the culmination to date of a guitar hero’s career just taking off. A punchy\, stomping cover of Merle Haggard’s blue collar standard ‘Working Man Blues’ brings it all home for the master builder and musician. The swinging Texas blues of ‘Please\,’ the instant barroom boogie classic ‘Party Right Here\,’ the snaky slow drag ‘Rumors’ and the rousing rocker ‘Feeling End’ show variety well beyond the typical slow blues and shuffles of so much contemporary music. The deeply emotive ballad ‘Last Dance’ that closes the disc is so evocative that a Hollywood movie could be written around it. \n\n \nAlbert Cummings is a man of his times and the man for the times. As he has done with his innovative homes\, he has taken tradition and built his own musical edifice that expresses his thoughts and dreams. It is a vision that alternately excites and soothes while also clearly providing a glimpse of his unlimited future. The best is yet to come.
URL:https://thehookmpls.com/event/albert-cummings/
LOCATION:The Hook and Ladder Theater\, 3010 Minnehaha Ave\, Minneapolis\, MN\, 55406\, United States
CATEGORIES:Hook & Ladder Theater
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251023T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251023T220000
DTSTAMP:20260530T070140
CREATED:20250919T002959Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251018T072331Z
UID:3905-1761246000-1761256800@thehookmpls.com
SUMMARY:Stone Arch Rivals Album Release
DESCRIPTION:EVENT DETAILS \n\n\n		RSVP ON FACEBOOK\n	\n\n	\n		\n\n	\n	\nThe Zen Arcade Stage at The Hook and Ladder\n\n\nDoors 7:00pm :: Music 7:30pm :: 21+\n\n\n$16 Box-Office / $18.87 Online / $21 Door\n\n\nBOX-OFFICE Tickets Are Available in The Zen Arcade During Hours of Operation.For More Information visit www.ZenArcadeTHC.comNO REFUNDS \n		\n					\n\n	\n\n	\n				\n			\n			\n EVENT DESCRIPTION \n\n	\n		\n\n	\n	\nStone Arch Rivals Album Release \nw/ PaviElle French & Ryan Smith— \nTwin Cities originals Stone Arch Rivals bring their signature mix of rock and soul in an unforgettable release party for their first album at the Hook and Ladder on October 23. Ryan Smith of The Melismatics and Soul Asylum and the electrifying PaviElle French open the night with powerhouse performances you won’t want to miss.—Soulful Rock & Roll with grooves from both sides of the Mississippi.\nFormed in 2018\, the Stone Arch Rivals bring a fresh\, sophisticated\, soulful spin to rock and roll\, blending timeless grooves with heartfelt\, roots-driven songwriting. Band members hail from across the Twin Cities\, MN\, and are constantly working to weave together their diverse musical backgrounds to create a sound that’s both earnest and electrifying. \n\n \nKnown for their engaging performances and rich\, soulful melodies\, Stone Arch Rivals is more than a band for its members—it’s a return to music as a communal and creative experience. Whether playing at a variety of venues or crafting new tracks in the studio\, they aim to connect deeply with their audiences and leave a lasting impression. \n\nWith a new album releasing in 2025\, Stone Arch Rivals continues to evolve\, balancing modern influences with the classic sounds of rock and soul.—PaviElle French (PaviElle) is a professional vocalist and interdisciplinary artist from the historically Black Rondo neighborhood in Saint Paul\, Minnesota. Known for performing with an accompanying 5-piece soul band\, PaviElle has a dynamic\, distinctive\, musical voice rooted in jazz\, soul and hip hop.  \n\n \nPaviElle began performing in 1989 at the age of 5. She received vocal and piano lessons at Walker West Music Academy and did choral work with Robert Robinson’s “City Songs” before attending Mississippi Creative Arts School\, where she received training in dance\, acting\, and musical theater. As a teen\, PaviElle also received formal acting and theater element training from one of the country’s premiere Black Theaters\, Penumbra Theatre.  \n\n \nIn 2009\, PaviElle went solo\, and in September 2014 she released her first album\, Fear Not. An homage to her late mother and father\, Fear Not received positive reviews and helped launch her career.  \n\n \nAs a singer\, dancer\, and actor\, PaviElle has performed at theaters such as the Fitzgerald Theater\, Penumbra Theatre\, Orpheum Theatre\, Ordway Theater\, and Guthrie Theater. In 2016\, PaviElle won a Sage Cowles Award for Dance and Choreography and\, in 2019\, an Emmy Award for a documentary about her life and career.\n	\n		\n\n	\n	\n		\n					\n\n	\n\n\n\n	\n				\n			\n			\n\n	\n		\n\n	\n	\n\n\n	\n				\n			\n			\n	\n								\n									\n					\n								\n\n	\n	\n		\n					\n\n	\n\n	\n				\n			\n			\nThis activity is made possible by the voters of Minnesota through a Minnesota State Arts Board Operating Support grant\, thanks to a legislative appropriation from the arts and cultural heritage fund.
URL:https://thehookmpls.com/event/stone-arch-rivals/
LOCATION:The Zen Arcade\, 3010 Minnehaha Ave STE 420\, Minneapolis\, MN\, 55406
CATEGORIES:Mission Room,Zen Arcade
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251023T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251023T233000
DTSTAMP:20260530T070140
CREATED:20250729T214822Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251018T072223Z
UID:3781-1761247800-1761262200@thehookmpls.com
SUMMARY:Desperate Electric
DESCRIPTION:EVENT DETAILS \n\n		RSVP ON FACEBOOK\n	\n\n\n	\n		\n\n	\n	\nThe Hook and Ladder Theater \n\n\nDoors 7:00pm :: Music 7:30pm :: 21+\n\n\nGA: $15 ADV (Box-Office) / $17.32 ADV (Online) / $20 DOOR\n\n\nBOX-OFFICE Tickets Are Available at The Hook & Ladder Box Office or The Zen Arcade (Open During Hours of Operation.) For More Information visit www.ZenArcadeTHC.com \n		\n					\n\n	\n\n	\n				\n			\n			\n EVENT DESCRIPTION \n\n	\n		\n\n	\n	\nDesperate Electric \nwith Hiahli\, & Matcha Fever—–\n\n“Desperate Electric aren’t just a band. They’re a vibe. When band members Kayti Korte and Ben Morris get on stage\, something comes over them. Pretty soon\, it’s infecting the audience as well.”   –Jake Iverson\, Billings Gazette\n​\nHailing from the mountains of Montana\, Desperate Electric is a blissful matrimony of futuristic R&B and retro dance grooves\, their idiosyncratic approach to songwriting and production has garnered them national acclaim in the span of a few short years. The duo’s live shows are typified by effortless vocal harmonies\, uninhibited showmanship\, and lethal musical prowess.\n \n‘Fusing elements of funk\, rock\, soul\, pop\, and R&B\, with cosmo-tronic production\, they create a musical experience that’s both futuristic and nostalgic. Moving the listener to dance\, think\, and reflect\, they peer into their mirrors’ darkest corners\, openly exploring who they are\, what they’ve done\, who they want to be\, and how they need to change\, grow\, or evolve to get there.’ -Matt Asaro\, Blue World Blog\n \nDesperate Electric’s discography is a testament to their versatility. Their soulful pop sound is infused with elements of funk\, R&B\, and disco\, resulting in a fusion of timeless melodies and modern production. With catchy hooks\, thought-provoking lyrics\, and irresistible beats\, their music is both uplifting and deeply resonant\, serving as a soulful soundtrack for life’s triumphs and tribulations.\nPlus Hiahli\, & Matcha Fever.
URL:https://thehookmpls.com/event/desperateelectric-hiahli-matchafever/
LOCATION:The Hook and Ladder Theater\, 3010 Minnehaha Ave\, Minneapolis\, MN\, 55406\, United States
CATEGORIES:Hook & Ladder Theater
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251024T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251024T230000
DTSTAMP:20260530T070140
CREATED:20250828T161644Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251018T072210Z
UID:3857-1761334200-1761346800@thehookmpls.com
SUMMARY:Kent Burnside + Mark Cameron "Double Album Release Party"
DESCRIPTION:EVENT DETAILS \n\n\n		RSVP ON FACEBOOK\n	\n\n	\n		\n\n	\n	\nThe Hook and Ladder Theater\n \n\n\nDoors 6:30pm :: Music 7:30pm :: 21+\n\n\nReserved Seats: $25 Box Office / $28.14 Online\n\n\nSRO: $20 Box-Office / $22.99 Online / $25 Door\n\n\n\nBOX-OFFICE Tickets Are Available in The Zen Arcade During Hours of Operation.\nFor More Information visit www.ZenArcadeTHC.com\nNO REFUNDS\n\n		\n					\n\n	\n\n	\n				\n			\n			\n EVENT DESCRIPTION \n\nRoots\, Rock & Deep Blues Presents:\nKent Burnside / Mark Cameron \nDouble Album Release Party\n— \n\nJoin us as we celebrate new album releases by Kent Burnside (Hill Country Blood) and Mark Cameron (Blues Factory) with a double album release party.\n \nGrandson of Hill Country Blues legend R.L. Burnside\, Kent Burnside blends Mississippi Hill Country\, Delta\, Chicago Blues\, and Blues-Rock into a style all his own. After early touring with Jimbo Mathus and opening for Buddy Guy\, Kent built a 20-year career fronting his own band. His new album\, Hill Country Blood\, produced by GRAMMY winner Boo Mitchell\, features eight originals plus covers of John Lee Hooker and Junior Kimbrough. Raw\, soulful\, and high-energy\, the record honors tradition while forging ahead.\n \n\nHill Country Blood is Kent Burnside’s electrifying commercial debut\, carrying forward the legacy of his grandfather while carving out his own distinct voice in the blues world. \nKent infuses his sound with a fiery dose of Blues-Rock energy and boldly reshapes the genre by blending the deep\, hypnotic rhythms of Hill Country Blues with the raw energy of Blues-Rock\, the soulful spirit of the Delta\, and the urban grit of Chicago.   \n\nKnown as a prolific songwriter and charismatic front man\, Mark Cameron has enjoyed sustained success over more than 40 years in live music by delivering high-energy live performances along with chart topping blues albums.\n\nMark’s newest release\, Blues Factory continues his long string of highly-acclaimed albums. His 2023 release Nasty Business reached Number 2 on the US Top 50 Contemporary Blues Charts and was the winner of a “Global Music  Silver” award for outstanding achievement. Mark’s 2021 release Back from the Edge reached the Top 4 on the International Blues Charts and won a global music award.\n\nPrevious releases include 2019’s On a Roll which reached Number 5 on the International Blues Charts and was the Number 1 album in Minnesota for 18 straight weeks. The album was voted the “Best Independently Produced Album” by the Minnesota Blues Society and received glowing reviews from the worldwide blues press.\n\n\n \n\n	\n		\n\n	\n	\n \n\n		\n					\n\n	\n\n\n\n	\n				\n			\n			\n\n	\n		\n\n	\n	\n\n\n	\n				\n			\n			\n	\n								\n									\n					\n								\n\n	\n	\n		\n					\n\n	\n\n	\n				\n			\n			\nThis activity is made possible by the voters of Minnesota through a Minnesota State Arts Board Operating Support grant\, thanks to a legislative appropriation from the arts and cultural heritage fund.
URL:https://thehookmpls.com/event/kentburnside-markcameron/
LOCATION:The Hook and Ladder Theater\, 3010 Minnehaha Ave\, Minneapolis\, MN\, 55406\, United States
CATEGORIES:Hook & Ladder Theater
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251024T210000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251025T010000
DTSTAMP:20260530T070140
CREATED:20250909T210006Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251018T072130Z
UID:3875-1761339600-1761354000@thehookmpls.com
SUMMARY:ECHOBASS: NOCTURNALIA
DESCRIPTION:EVENT DETAILS \n\n\n		RSVP ON FACEBOOK\n	\n\n	\n		\n\n	\n	\nThe Zen Arcade Stage at The Hook and Ladder\n\nDoors 9pm :: Music 9pm :: 21+\n$10 Box-Office / $12.16 Online / $15 DOOR\n\nBOX-OFFICE Tickets Are Available in The Zen Arcade During Hours of Operation.For More Information visit www.ZenArcadeTHC.comNO REFUNDS \n		\n					\n\n	\n\n	\n				\n			\n			\n EVENT DESCRIPTION \n\n	\n		\n\n	\n	\nECHOBASS: NOCTURNALIA\nECHOBASS: NOCTURNALIA is a Halloween-themed crossover DJ showcase featuring performances by:\n \nAthereal RoseEvolGossamerNight RyderJojo YayoZMO\n	\n		\n\n	\n	\n		\n					\n\n	\n\n\n\n	\n				\n			\n			\n\n	\n		\n\n	\n	\n\n\n	\n				\n			\n			\n	\n								\n									\n					\n								\n\n	\n	\n		\n					\n\n	\n\n	\n				\n			\n			\nThis activity is made possible by the voters of Minnesota through a Minnesota State Arts Board Operating Support grant\, thanks to a legislative appropriation from the arts and cultural heritage fund.
URL:https://thehookmpls.com/event/echobass-nocturnalia/
LOCATION:The Zen Arcade\, 3010 Minnehaha Ave STE 420\, Minneapolis\, MN\, 55406
CATEGORIES:Mission Room,Zen Arcade
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251025T200000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251025T233000
DTSTAMP:20260530T070140
CREATED:20250917T002035Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251018T072054Z
UID:3893-1761422400-1761435000@thehookmpls.com
SUMMARY:The Magic Castles\, Honeymoon Madness\, Despondent
DESCRIPTION:EVENT DETAILS \n\n\n		RSVP ON FACEBOOK\n	\n\n	\n		\n\n	\n	\nThe Zen Arcade Stage at The Hook and Ladder\n\n\nDoors 7:30pm :: Music 8:00pm :: 21+\n\n\n$12 Box Office / $14.23 Online / $16 Door\n\n\nBOX-OFFICE Tickets Are Available in The Zen Arcade During Hours of Operation.For More Information visit www.ZenArcadeTHC.comNO REFUNDS \n		\n					\n\n	\n\n	\n				\n			\n			\n EVENT DESCRIPTION \n\n	\n		\n\n	\n	\nThe Magic Castles\, Honeymoon Madness\, Despondent\n— \nJoin us for an unforgettable night of dreamy psych rock and post-punk energy. Minneapolis favorites Magic Castles bring their lush\, reverb-soaked soundscapes\, joined by the electrifying Honeymoon Madness and the brooding vibes of Despondent. A sonic journey you won’t want to miss—only at The Hook and Ladder’s Zen Arcade Stage.\n	\n		\n\n	\n	\n		\n					\n\n	\n\n\n\n	\n				\n			\n			\n\n	\n		\n\n	\n	\n\n\n	\n				\n			\n			\n	\n								\n									\n					\n								\n\n	\n	\n		\n					\n\n	\n\n	\n				\n			\n			\nThis activity is made possible by the voters of Minnesota through a Minnesota State Arts Board Operating Support grant\, thanks to a legislative appropriation from the arts and cultural heritage fund.
URL:https://thehookmpls.com/event/magiccastles-honeymoonmadness-despondent/
LOCATION:The Zen Arcade\, 3010 Minnehaha Ave STE 420\, Minneapolis\, MN\, 55406
CATEGORIES:Mission Room,Zen Arcade
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251025T203000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251025T233000
DTSTAMP:20260530T070140
CREATED:20250905T164312Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251018T072008Z
UID:3872-1761424200-1761435000@thehookmpls.com
SUMMARY:The People Brothers Band + Saltydog
DESCRIPTION:EVENT DETAILS \n\n\n		RSVP ON FACEBOOK\n	\n\n	\n		\n\n	\n	\nThe Hook and Ladder Theater \n\n\nDoors 8:00pm :: Music 8:30pm :: 21+\n\n\n$14 Box Office / $15.92 Online / $20 Door\n\n\n\nBOX-OFFICE Tickets Are Available in The Zen Arcade During Hours of Operation.For More Information visit www.ZenArcadeTHC.comNO REFUNDS\n\n		\n					\n\n	\n\n	\n				\n			\n			\n EVENT DESCRIPTION \n\nThe People Brothers Band + Saltydog\n— \nGet ready for a night of soul-shaking rhythm and high-energy jams as two powerhouse bands take the stage. The People Brothers Band brings their signature blend of rhythm and soul\, delivering heartfelt\, uplifting performances rooted in friendship\, community\, and years of musical collaboration. Joining them is Saltydog\, whose funk-infused\, folk-driven improvisations channel the spirit of classic jam bands and legendary storytellers for an unforgettable musical journey.\n\n	\n		\n\n	\n	\n		\n					\n\n	\n\n\n\n	\n				\n			\n			\n\n	\n		\n\n	\n	\n\n\n	\n				\n			\n			\n	\n								\n									\n					\n								\n\n	\n	\n		\n					\n\n	\n\n	\n				\n			\n			\nThis activity is made possible by the voters of Minnesota through a Minnesota State Arts Board Operating Support grant\, thanks to a legislative appropriation from the arts and cultural heritage fund.
URL:https://thehookmpls.com/event/peoplebrothersband-saltydog/
LOCATION:The Hook and Ladder Theater\, 3010 Minnehaha Ave\, Minneapolis\, MN\, 55406\, United States
CATEGORIES:Hook & Ladder Theater
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