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Minnesota Hardcore

The Twin Cities punk scene flourished from 1980 to 1985, nurturing a vibrant community of artists and fans that gave rise to notable bands like Hüsker Dü, The Replacements, Soul Asylum, and Rifle Sport.

Episodes:

Episode 1 The Backstory

1. The Backstory

Aired: Oct 30, 2020

The Twin Cities witness a punk rock phenomenon, spawning iconic bands like Th...

Episode 2 Hüsker Dü: The Fastest Band in the World

2. Hüsker Dü: The Fastest Band in the World

Aired: Nov 5, 2020

The next episode explores the formation of Hüsker Dü, following the path of G...

Episode 3 Local Bands

Aired: Nov 13, 2020

The Minneapolis hardcore scene experiences a surge in popularity, with bands ...

Episode 4 Goofy's Upper Deck

4. Goofy's Upper Deck

Aired: Nov 19, 2020

The legendary punk rock dive, Goofy's Upper Deck, was a hub of energy as Will...

Episode 5 The Culture of Hardcore

5. The Culture of Hardcore

Aired: Dec 3, 2020

A glimpse into the Minneapolis music scene will be revealed, highlighting the...

Episode 6 The Limits of Hardcore

6. The Limits of Hardcore

Aired: Dec 10, 2020

The Minnesota music scene undergoes a transformation, with DKV experimenting ...

Episode 7 The 2nd Wave

7. The 2nd Wave

Aired: Dec 17, 2020

The 1980s Minnesota music scene was marked by the rise of the "McPunks," a gr...

Appearances

Erik Kraus

David Pirner

Terry Katzman

Minnesota Hardcore Videos

Minnesota Hardcore | Official Trailer

Minnesota Hardcore | Official Trailer

Info about Minnesota Hardcore

Current Status: Ended

Network: PBS

Production Country: United States

Genres:Documentary, Music, History