Our first event of many more to come, “Tales from the Northside: Stories of the Minneapolis Sound” featured oral histories of people who helped build the basis of what would become the Minneapolis Sound, as well as a featured Panel, with Audience Q&A to explore how North Minneapolis in particular gave the world this music.

Live Musical Performances by SueAnn Carwell, Jellybean Johnson, Dr. Fink, Bobby Vandell, Rick from Mint Condition, Kathleen Johnson, & Christopher Troy.

Featured Guest Panel includes Spike Moss, Jellybean Johnson, Pepe Willie, James “Popeye” Greer, Walter “Q Bear” Banks, Vaughn Terry, Spencer Benard, Dr. Fink, Lisa Keith, Bobby Vandell, Matt Fink, Owen Husney & SueAnn Carwell.

Featuring Craig Rice as Event Moderator, Bianca Rhodes as Event Host, Eric “DJ Nevermind” Rogers as Event DJ, & Drew "@DrewJustSnapped" Meyer as Event Photographer.

We will also had a live art sale featuring local artists who create “Purple Art” with proceeds benefiting the Minneapolis Sound Museum. Featured artists include Peyton Scott Russell. 

Special thanks to our many donors and sponsors who made this event possible. We are excited to bring you more events in 2024!