Shane Nelson has devoted his life to music, and providing entertainment for others.
"I started playing when I was a kid, and now at thirty I'm still at it."
Shane has released one album and is working on realizing another this year.
He constantly tours Duluth/Superior.
You can check out his music and dates here: https//www.shanenelsonmusic.com

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Keely started out in photography when she was little.
"Capturing moments is what I love."
Zynda currently is a photographer in Duluth Minnesota, but she travels throughout the Northland doing festivals and events.
You can reach her and check out her work here: https://www.keelyzynda.com

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Anya Boz is the creator of Room Guardians.
They are beautiful and at times very interging art dolls.
Anya started by creating her own art doll when she was in high school, and the demand; plus her art style grew from there.
Boz now lives in Boston, and creates dolls for a living.
You can check out her Room Guardians and other artworks here: https://www.anyabozartist.com

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Jess Morgan is a photographer, poet, wedding dj, and president of the Duluth Poetry Chapter.
What can't they do? Turns out, nothing!
Jess just released their poetry book; Too Many Hats.
I sat down and talked to Jess about their many endeavors.

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NVR TGTHR is a Duluth rock band formed by Chandler, Derrick, Jesse, Nikki, and Ryan (formally of Social Animals)
All have been in the Duluth music scene for quite sometime.
NVR is a dark dance pop group, with vocals to match.
"it started without being able to meet because of the pandemic. So 'Never Together' was born."
Photo credit: Abby Lorenz
You can check out NVR TGTHR here: https://www.facebook.com/nvr.tgthr.band

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Haley McCallum; formally known as Haley Bonar, is releasing another album.
Haley's career began in Duluth MN and hasn't stopped since; talking with me about life, music, her beginnings and roots; as well as some spiritual mantras.
You can check out her work and tour dates here: https://www.mysocalledhaley.com

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Chis is known as the Minnesota Witcher.
He is a cosplay artist, video game connoisseur, and activist for loving what you do.
Chris started his journey into Cosplay by watching others, then going to Renaissance Festivals.
Chris believes that you should be able to be any character you want regardless of your expertise or looks.
"I'm constantly getting told I don't look like Geralt, but I don't let that stop me. Everyone has opinions."
You can check out Chris and other cosplayers at: www.facebook.com/thewitchersafehouse

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Rob Nelson hasn't let time pass him by.
It's been a few years since he was last on the program, but he has been using that time to write a new album.
"I was struck by a book I was reading, and used that has the base for this album."
You can check out Rob's work here: https://lagasongs.com

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Kevin Buck is a local musician, who has had an extensive career in music, teaching, and an entrepreneur.
He currently resides in Duluth MN, where you can find him playing at multiple venues.
Kevin also teaches music.
You can find more about him here: https://www.kevinbuckmusic.com

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Robert is a Duluth musician, known as Northern Acoustics.
He is currently recording and working on his album, which is due next month.
Robert writes from his life and more darker emotions; "Music has helped me get through some dark times."
You can check out Northern Acoustics here:
http://northernacoustics.org

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