Minnesota Hardcore

2020 NR 8.2

Examines the punk scene in the Twin Cities from 1980 to 1985. The scene was a close-knit community of artists and fans that spawned huge talents like Hüsker Dü, The Replacements, Soul Asylum, Rifle Sport and more.

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Episodes:

Episode 1 The Backstory

1. The Backstory

Aired: Oct 30, 2020

Local bands The Suicide Commandos, Suburbs, Curtiss A, Replacements, and Husk...

Episode 3 Local Bands

3. Local Bands

Aired: Nov 14, 2020

The hardcore scene grows bigger due to Hüsker Dü. The Hypstrz, The Blue Hippo...

Episode 4 Goofy's Upper Deck

4. Goofy's Upper Deck

Aired: Nov 20, 2020

A look at legendary punk rock dive, Goofy's Upper Deck. Saint Paul band Willf...

Episode 7 The 2nd Wave

7. The 2nd Wave

Aired: Dec 18, 2020

By 1985, hanging out at the Uptown Minneapolis McDonalds, these Minnesota kid...


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Current Status: Ended

Network: PBS

Genres: Documentary, Music, History