Panic at the disco explores new realms

Panic at the Disco –– Pretty. Odd.

Their songs are generally peppier and much happier than previous hits, which may disappoint fans looking for something more edgy.

GRADE: B+

Written by Hannah Muenzberg · June 16, 2008  

While Panic at the Disco fans are used to guys wearing eyeliner and circus imagery, the pop-punk band’s second album Pretty. Odd., shows a new side of the Las Vegas quartet. The band has dropped the exclamation point from its name and seemingly turned into a completely different band, one... (more...)

Death Cab’s new album explores new range

Written by Hannah Muenzberg · May 29, 2008  

Fans of Death Cab for Cutie may have considered the band’s switch to a major record label the beginning of the end for the group; however, their second album, Narrow Stairs (released May 13), may change their minds.  While Death Cab had released four records from an indie label prior... (more...)

Madonna returns to the dance floor

May 15, 2008  

Stuffed with stifling techno beats and repetitive tones, Madonna’s latest album, Hard Candy, is a mediocre attempt to reform Madonna and depict her as 50 going on 20.Let’s face it. Despite Madonna’s eager attempts to stretch out her pop-diva status, she simply doesn’t... (more...)

Trisha Brown experiments with unique art form

May 13, 2008  

Soft arms, distinctive movement, and expression through drawing converge as Trisha Brown takes the floor in her new exhibit Trisha Brown: So That the Audience Does Not Know Whether I Have Stopped Dancing. Trisha Brown, a renowned modern dance choreographer, has been practicing her art of dance... (more...)

Edina Art Fair houses local artists

May 13, 2008  

The Edina Art Fair returns for its 42nd year to the 50th and France shopping district. The event houses just under 400 local and national vendors, offering handmade and one of a kind creations ranging from paintings and photographs, to unique jewelry and clothing, to wood carvings and yard... (more...)

Rose garden blooms as summer approaches

May 13, 2008  

As the rain subsides and summer approaches, the Lyndale Park Rose Garden will be blooming with flowers. This exquisite 1.5-acre garden, located on the northeast end of Lake Harriet in Minneapolis, exhibits over 3,000 plants in 100 varieties. Designed and constructed in the early 1900s, the... (more...)

Local cuisine crosses cultures

May 13, 2008  

With décor accented by pinks, oranges, and yellows, tropical colored candles, rustic wood tables and chairs, rainbow-colored chopsticks on every table and dark mood lighting, Chino Latino offers customers a trendy environment to enjoy a tasty blend of Latin and Asian dishes. Located on the... (more...)

Bakery expands menu to include lunch and dinner; Turtle Bread Company

May 13, 2008  

“Great bread takes time.” Since 1944, Turtle Bread Company has been applying this motto to their work, and creating pure bread bliss. Dedicated chefs and bakers take their time to stir up the heartiest blends of not just bread, but rich soups, hearty sandwiches, flaky pastries, and gourmet... (more...)

Degraw drops predictable sophomore album

May 9, 2008  

In Gavin DeGraw’s debut album Chariot, released in 2003, his hit single “I Don’t Wanna Be” topped charts across the country thanks to DeGraw’s tuneful songwriting and and powerful vocals.  His second, self-titled album, released May 6, is good but is more or less... (more...)

A rare find among expensive sushi shops

May 7, 2008  

Unlike most sushi places, Little Sushi is not decorated with dark lighting, authentic pictures, and fancy little towels to wash your hands off with. Instead, Little Sushi is set up more like a smaller version of Chipotle on the inside. Located at 8353 Crystal View Road in Eden Prairie with... (more...)

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