Andy Grammer at Varsity
Tuesday, July 8, 2014 » Other shows: Coming Soon, Shows Will Be Here
Varsity Theater • 5:00pm • 18+ • $22 adv | $25 door | $35 mezzanine access
Added to calendar on Apr 8
Andy Grammer
From Los Angeles, California
First Twin Cities show since since January 30, 2012 • Third Twin Cities show on MN Live's calendar since September 29, 2011
From last.fm:
Andy Grammer is an American Singer-songwriter managed by Steve Greenberg's S-Curve Records. He released his first album in June 2011. He was born in Los Angeles, United States, but grew up in New York. At 20, he returned to the Los Angeles area. He currently resides in Los Angeles. His father is Singer-songwriter, Red Grammer. In 2007, he graduated from California State University, Northridge, with a B.A. in Music Industry Studies. Read more about Andy Grammer on Last.fm.
Andrew Ripp
From Nashville, Tennessee
First Twin Cities show since since February 8, 2014 • First Varsity show since March 16, 2012 • Fifth Twin Cities show on MN Live's calendar since April 14, 2010
From last.fm:
Andrew Ripp creates music that pushes the boundaries of genre stereotypes, blending the energetic beats of pop music into a soul culture and adding the depth and groove of soul music into a pop culture. Since beginning his career in 2005, Ripp’s songs and records have successfully impacted a diverse and growing audience including true music lovers: fans that appreciate the nuances of a well crafted album, and easy listeners: fans who simply want to hear a catchy tune. Read more about Andrew Ripp on Last.fm.
Added to bill on May 12
Brendan James
From United States
First Twin Cities show since since November 13, 2013 • Sixth Twin Cities show on MN Live's calendar since September 16, 2010
From last.fm:
Brendan James is an New York-based Irish singer-songwriter originally from Derry, New Hampshire, but currently residing in New York City. In the fall of 2007, Brendan self-released his EP The Ballroom Break-In produced by Mikal Blue, who has recorded with Colbie Caillat. The album charted on iTunes Top 100. The Ballroom Break-In is symbolic of the days when he first moved to New York -- he could not afford practice space so he would sneak into hotel ballrooms to practice on their pianos. After the success of his EP, James was signed to Decca Records. Read more about Brendan James on Last.fm.
Added to bill on May 12
Dan Rodriguez
From Minneapolis
First show since since November 2, 2013 • First Varsity show since June 21, 2012 • First show supporting a touring headliner since June 27, 2011 • 25th show on MN Live's calendar since May 18, 2008
From last.fm:
Dan Rodriguez, an artist based out of Minneapolis, MN, is creating quite a buzz in the Midwest. The groove-based, bluesy over-toned sound of his music, mixed with his powerful, yet seductive voice creates an atmosphere different from other music. It's refreshing, tantalizing, and just plain good music! Originally from Detroit, MI, Dan moved to Minneapolis in 2004 to pursue music. He started a band with his brother, Andre Rodriguez, and called it The Auburns. Read more on Last.fm
Added to bill on Jun 14



