DANA THOMPSON

Born in Sandstone, MN and raised in Hibbing, MN Dana demonstrated musical talent at a very early age. Dana enjoyed performing in musical theater while living on the Iron Range. She started playing piano at age 12. At 15, she moved to Duluth, MN and started focusing on guitar. After graduation, Dana moved to Minneapolis, MN, famous for its diverse musical culture, and began performing in coffee shops, bars, and at small music festivals. A few years later, she moved to Austin, TX for a short time to study guitar and songwriting. After returning to Minneapolis, Dana became a founding member and one of the lead singers of the jazz band "Strawdogs" which eventually became Hot Head Fiasco. During that time Dana founded the band The Minor Planets with Eric Christopher. After leaving the jazz scene, Dana released her solo record, Ox. In 2012, Dana reunited with Eric to produce their critically acclaimed record Shadow in the Water by The Minor Planets. Next up, solo record number two.

Past Shows


Mar
6
th
2016
Turf Club
Mar
6
th
2016
Turf Club

John Hermanson, THE HOUSE OF MERCY BAND and The Blood Washed Band

with Matt Arthur, Corpse Reviver, Daddy Squeeze and more!

More Shows

Oct
14
th
Fine Line

Vincent Lima

with Chance Emerson
Sep
13
th
First Avenue

Hot in Herre ⏤ 2000s Dance Party

Dec
10
th
First Avenue

Cattle Decapitation

with Aborted, Frozen Soul and Tribal Gaze
Oct
8
th
Turf Club

Emily Nenni