Tamara Wilson: While the Source Song Festival abounds with scintillating singing, this is the peak of this year's concerts.
Earle wears his heart and politics on his sleeve, and we're all better for it. He might sample something from his tribute albums to Guy Clark, Jerry Jeff Walker or his son Justin Townes Earle, offer some social commentary (such as the topical gun violence piece 'The Devil's Right Hand') or take listeners down 'Copperhead Road,' which is celebrating its 35th anniversary. Steve Earle: On his Alone Again Tour, the great, penetrating alt-twang singer-songwriter is delivering a solo retrospective of his rich career. Target Field, 1 Twins Way, Mpls., $50 and up, )Ģ. Opening is another powerhouse vocalist, Rock & Roll Hall of Famer Pat Benatar, as well as rockers Grouplove of 'Tongue Tied' fame and DJ Kid Cut Up. Expect the gymnastics - physically and vocally - as this extraordinary concertizer delivers 'Raise Your Glass' and 'Just Give Me a Reason' along with 'Never Gonna Not Dance Again' from this year's 'Trustfall' album.
Others may sing songs of pain and pleasure with soaring voices, as Pink does, but no one else mixes in high-flying acrobatics - while singing, no less. Pink: It is the summer of pink thanks to a movie called 'Barbie' and the mononymous pop superstar Pink bringing her stadium tour to North America.
