Crystal Castles at First Ave

Sunday, May 5, 2013 » Other shows: Coming Soon, Shows Will Be Here

First Avenue Mainroom • 7:00pm • 18+ • $25 adv | $25 door

More info at first-avenue.com

Added to calendar on Jan 9

Crystal Castles

From ., Eritrea

First Twin Cities show since since November 1, 2012 • Fifth Twin Cities show on MN Live's calendar since September 26, 2007

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From last.fm:

Crystal Castles is an band which formed in 2003 in Toronto, Ontario, Canada and consists of producer Ethan Kath and vocalist Alice Glass. They are named after the lyrics "The fate of the world is safe in Crystal Castles" and "Crystal Castles, the source of all power" both from the theme song for She-Ra's fortress. They are known for their melancholic lo-fi sound and their explosive live shows. Their debut album was included in NME's "Top 50 Albums of the Decade". Read more about Crystal Castles on Last.fm.

Pictureplane

From Denver, Colorado

First Twin Cities show since since October 25, 2010 • First Mainroom show • Third Twin Cities show on MN Live's calendar since September 17, 2009

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From last.fm:

Pictureplane is the stage name of electronic musician Travis Egedy. He first appeared in the music scene of Denver, Colorado, making a name for himself at the warehouse where he also lives, Rhinoceropolis. His 2009 album, Dark Rift, attracted attention when it was well received by Pitchfork Media and other critics. Discography Albums "Self Titled" (2004) Covered in Blood, Surrounded by Text (2005) Slit Red Bird Throat (2007) Health//Disco (remixes) (2008) Turquoise Trail (2008) Trance Doll/New Mind 7 inch single (2009) Read more about Pictureplane on Last.fm.

Added to bill on Feb 16

Invisibles

From Chicago, Illinois

Only Twin Cities show on MN Live's calendar

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From last.fm:

There are a few artists called Invisibles: 1 Invisibles is an "International collective" formed by JP Reid of Sucioperro. He says: "it is based on the idea that everyone is an artist and that there is magic to be found in the everyday." The album Victory Hymns was released in December 2011. 2 A Glasgow band who in a short period of time managed to catch the critics eye at the T Break new talent awards releasing songs such as London Zoo and Gasbag. Read more about Invisibles on Last.fm.

Added to bill on Apr 30