The weather isn\u2019t the only thing heating up in Minnesota.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
The summer concert season is in full swing and a myriad of concerts are on tap with a little of something to suit any music lover\u2019s fancy. Once considered \u201cflyover\u201d territory, now a stop in the Twin Cities is an almost must for any touring artist.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Some of the artists exercising their vocal cords are making a return trip to the area and some are much anticipated first timers. And the venues are as diverse as the artists coming to grace our various stages. In either case, get your popcorn ready \u2026 it\u2019s about to be showtime.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Maybe the most anticipated concert takes place about 30 minutes south of the metro area, but no distance is too far for Miss Jilly from Philly. Mystic Lake is the destination for Jill Scott\u2019s June 21 performance in the Twin Cities. It has been more than 10 years since Ms. Scott has blessed the area with her beautifully melodic and sometimes operatic voice. This show is at the top of most fans\u2019 wish list, and one that shouldn\u2019t be missed.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
OK, if Jilly from Philly isn\u2019t the most anticipated area show, then surely, it\u2019s the arrival of royalty. King Hova (Jay-Z) and Queen Bey (Beyonc\u00e9) will give US Bank Stadium a workout Aug. 8 when the On the Run II tour makes its way to Minneapolis.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Another soul\/neo-soul sister will bless our area\u2019s ears. The powerful voice of Avery*Sunshine will be on display at the Dakota Jazz Club. While it is her voice that shines, Avery*Sunshine is equally known for her live show, in which the performer is as much an actor and comedian as she is musician.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Apple Valley may be known as home to Tyus Jones and Tre Jones, two of the greatest basketball talents to come out of the area, but it\u2019s also home to some great concerts courtesy of the Minnesota Zoo. Music icons such as Chaka Kahn (June 29), Buddy Guy (June 28) and Ziggy Marley (Aug. 27) will all grace the zoo stage. Fan favorites Black Violin (July 2), and Trombone Shorty (June 15 and June 16) are also on tap at the zoo.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Reggae lovers are in for a treat when Jamaica\u2019s Earthkry comes to the Icehouse June 8. Earthkry\u2019s most recent Minneapolis performance sold out Bunkers and this show will surely pack the house at one of the area\u2019s best intimate concert venues.<\/p>\n\n\n\n