The Wake

Despite being active for a few years, Solid Gold remains one of the best-kept secrets of the Minneapolis music scene. That may change with the coming of their first LP Bodies of Water, which kicked off in style with a well-attended CD release party at Varsity Theater, drawing over three hundred people.

The album contains eleven tracks, two of which were released on their previous EP “Who You Gonna Run To?” Though mainly …

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For over a decade, thousands of people have flocked to gawk in awe at some of the finest pop culture wares of our neighbors across the pond. This year the tradition continues, as the British Television Advertising Awards returns to the Walker Art Center. This hour and a half film showcasing industry highlights will be playing December 5th-30th in the Walker Cinema. Reprising his role from last year, BTAA administrator Peter Biggs will host the …

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For years the Organization of the Petroleum Exporting Countries (OPEC) has had a considerable chokehold on price fluctuation of the oil market. Since its inception in 1960, it has used (and abused) its power as a consortium to intervene with the cycle of supply and demand, sometimes with disastrous effects.

With oil prices currently plummeting, OPEC is scrambling to form a plan of action. After peaking at $147
dollars per barrel in early July, the price of …

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In a town with an overwhelming population of singer/songwriters, it’s not easy to stand out from the crowd. Luckily, Jeremy Messersmith clenches a trump card firmly in hand: he’s actually talented. With the release of his second album “The Silver City” on September 9th, Messersmith shines as a purveyor of genuine pop artistry.

Utilizing the aid of producer Dan Wilson, the …

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The Wake: First off Liam, I would just like to thank you for taking time out of your busy schedule to talk with us today.
Liam Finn: It’s my pleasure.

W: “I’ll Be Lightning” is the name of your record. “I’ll Be Touring” is the name of your tour. Has the tour
proved as successful as the record?
F: “It’s been really great for us, we’re having …

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Ah, New Zealand. A land blessed with unspoiled natural beauty and gentle
weather; where the sunlight melts harmoniously with the countryside. A place where Hobbits and Orcs can frolic gleefully in the meadows, unhindered by global economic collapse or oppressive regimes. A nation so tucked away in solace that, regardless of recent media attention, most people
still think it’s part of Great Britain.

It is here that a wealth of talent exists, just on the cusp of …

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