Trampled by Turtles celebrate 10 year anniversary at First Avenue with three sold out shows I caught night three of Trampled by Turtles’ three night sold out run at First Avenue in Minneapolis. Although it was more mellow than I expected for the finale, it was another gem of a performance. Over the course of … Continue reading “Trampled by Turtles at First Avenue”
After the hottest July on record, a cool early August evening and My Morning Jacket playing outdoors in Somerset, WI was a massive treat. Also on the bill were Band of Horses, and Minnesota’s very own Trampled by Turtles. The Minnesota boys, a week off of playing Lollapalooza opened the show—plucking out a smooth forty … Continue reading “My Morning Jacket, Band of Horses, and Trampled by Turtles rock Somerset”
Minneapolis mayor RT Rybak, and Duluth mayor Don Ness proclaimed that April 11th, 2012 was Trampled by Turtles Day in Minnesota before diving into the crowd. RT Rybak floated around with a big smile, while Mr. Ness’ dive into the crowd wasn’t as smooth, resulting in him hitting the floor. Singer, Dave Simonett announced his … Continue reading “Trampled by Turtles bring Stars and Satellites to First Avenue”
Trampled by Turtles returned to Minneapolis on Saturday, July 23rd, 2011 for their long-awaited outdoor summer concert at the Cabooze Outdoor Plaza. Joined by their northwoods foot-stomping friend Charlie Parr, and the local group Roma di Luna, Trampled by Turtles sold out the event earlier in the week. That says a lot for the band, … Continue reading “Trampled by Turtles dodge storm at Cabooze Outdoor Plaza”
In the past it wasn’t so difficult to get Trampled by Turtles tickets at First Avenue. But now the band’s popularity has spilled over into all the creeks of Minnesota, leaving many who waited too long out in the cold this time around. The band sold out night one of their two night run several … Continue reading “Minneapolis embraces Trampled by Turtles”
Trampled by Turtles have come a long way. Knowing this, on Saturday, April 10th, 2010 the management of First Avenue awarded the alt-bluegrassers with their very own star on the infamous exterior wall of the finest rock club in the Midwest. Later that night singer and guitarist, Dave Simonett, sincerely explained how that was one … Continue reading “Trampled by Turtles release Palomino at First Avenue”
Born from the Superior shores of Duluth, MN, Trampled by Turtles have gained tremendous momentum since their inception as a band back in 2003. Like a snowball rolling down a hill, with each new show and each new album, the fan base grows exponentially. The band now spans out far past the Midwest, playing shows … Continue reading “Trampled by Turtles return to The Aquarium”
It’s been just under a year since Trampled by Turtles last filled First Avenue to capacity. After a recent stint on the east coast and a Halloween show in their hometown of Duluth, MN, the Minnesota boys were back at the best rock club in the midwest and their fans were ready. First Avenue sold out once again. A guitarist and … Continue reading “Trampled by Turtles sell out First Avenue once again”
A capacity crowd of Minnesota faithful packed The Cabooze once again to stomp and romp in support of the bluegrass boys from Duluth, MN, Trampled by Turtles. I attended night two of their two-night run at the club on the west bank of the Mississippi on Saturday, April 25th, 2009. Good times were had. The Hackensaw Boys, a … Continue reading “The Cabooze gets Trampled by Turtles (and recorded for upcoming live album)”
