Friday, March 1, 2013

New Documentary Features Vega Productions

Check out this documentary directed by Seth Duin and created for a film project at Luther College. It recently took first prize for student films at at the 2013 Oneota Film Festival. Happy that VEGA Productions was able to take part!
 

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Wednesday, November 14, 2012

Minnesota Beatle Project Vol. 4

It's that time of the year...we've been busy crafting the next in the Minnesota Beatle Project series and believe this one to be the best yet!



Vega Productions & 89.3 The Current Present
Minnesota Beatle Project Vol. 4
Release Date: 12.04.2012
Extremely limited edition - available in CD (only 5,000 copies), digital and 2xLP (500 copies, 180 gram white vinyl) at Target, Target.com, Elelectic Fetus and other retailers where fine music is sold.


  1. 01     John Mark Nelson - A Day in the Life
  2. 02     Haley Bonar – Mean Mr. Mustard
  3. 03     DeVotchKa – Girl
  4. 04     Chastity Brown - For No One
  5. 05     Trampled by Turtles - Baby's in Black
  6. 06     Van Stee – Being for the Benefit of Mr. Kite!
  7. 07     Halloween Alaska – Misery
  8. 08     Molly Maher and her Disbelievers - Think For Yourself
  9. 09     Big Trouble - You Never Give Me Your Money
  10. 10     Astronautalis - Back in the U.S.S.R.
  11. 11     Caroline Smith & The Goodnight Sleeps - Cry Baby Cry
  12. 12     Mark Joseph feat. Reed Grimm – Baby, You’re a Rich Man
  13. 13     Bloomington Jefferson High School - She Loves You
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Join us for a number of special live events to celebrate the release of the album:
Pre-Release Listening Party on 11/29 @ Icehouse in Minneapolis
In-store Release Party on 12/4 @ Electric Fetus in Minneapolis
Release Party on 12/8 @ First Avenue’s Mainroom

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Thursday, August 23, 2012

Trampled By Turtles!


Vega Productions is proud to once again partner with Duluth's own Trampled by Turtles to help support the music programs in Duluth Public Schools.

Date: November, 1st 2012
Venue: Clyde Iron Works
City: Duluth, MN
Doors: 8PM
Music: 9PM
Tickets: $20 advance/$25 DOS
Age restrictions: 21+
Lineup: Trampled by Turtles, Very Special Guest TBA
*Hosted by Mayor Don Ness
Tickets available at the Clyde Iron Works box office, Electric Fetus and online via the Trampled by Turtles website

100% of net proceeds benefit for the Music Programs in Duluth Public Schools!
Check out Trampled by Turtles performing Alone on The Late Show with David Letterman

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Monday, April 23, 2012

Minnesota Beatle Project v3 Named Compilation Album of the Year



City Pages has named Minnesota Beatle Project Vol. 3 their "Compilation Album of the Year" in their annual "Best Of" awards. Vega Productions is extremely honored to receive this award as we work incredibly hard on producing this series of albums and hope to continue to push the level of artistry and creativity to new heights each year.

To read more about the award, go here.

If you would like to purchase Minnesota Beatle Project Vol. 3 to see what the fuss is all about, go here.

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Thursday, March 8, 2012

MN Beatle Project Mural



Vega Productions, and their Minnesota Beatle Project, are broadening their artistic reach to include public art by way of murals. The 1700 Sq. Ft. “ART & MUSIC – ACROSS THE UNIVERSE Begins Here” mural, designed and created by Sherri Faye of IMAGINEnation By Sherri Faye, was unveiled on June 7th, 2012 at Four Seasons A+ Elementary All-School Musical.

            The mural is a chance for Vega Productions - The Minnesota Beatle Project, IMAGINEnation By Sherri Faye, and others, to showcase the MN Beatle Project and to give back to the students in multiple, creative ways. “Through music and art education, students learn the power of creativity, dedication and collaboration. Sadly, many Minnesota public schools are being forced to make difficult budgetary decisions, which often means opportunities in music and art are lost,” said Mark Gehring, executive director, Vega Productions, Inc. “This mural project, like The Beatles themselves, closes generational and cultural gaps and it is our intention that it will enhance music and arts education at Four Seasons Elementary so students can continue to learn and be inspired to develop their artistic talents.” 

The idea, and driving force, behind the mural is Minneapolis artist Sherri Faye. Sherri came to Vega Productions with the idea back in 2010 and it's finally becoming a reality in 2012 thanks to generous donations from the Valspar Foundation, Purdy Painting Tools, Scaffold Service Inc, and mural production volunteers Timothy Peters, Wes Landry, Tyler Patterson and Staci Faye. Work on the mural will begin in April and we will be documenting the process with photos and video. The mural will be unveiled to the public during the schools' annual arts celebration on Thursday, June 7th at 5PM. Stay tuned for details!

Check out the mural via this video by director Amber Johnson

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Monday, March 5, 2012

THE SUBURBS to play Vega Benefit



89.3 The Current, Vega Productions, IPR and First Avenue present
THE SUBURBS
with special guests SLEEPING IN THE AVIARY
A portion of the proceeds benefit Vega Productions’ new project: Instruments in the Cloud
Saturday, May 19, 2012 (18+ show)
$20.00 advance/$20.00 doors (includes $1.50 facility fee)
6:00pm Doors
7:00pm Sleeping In The Aviary
8:15pm The Suburbs
Onsale: Fri March 2 at 12:00pm
TICKETS: www.first-avenue.com

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Tuesday, February 7, 2012

ISLA Music Program Fundraiser

Fourth graders from the International Spanish Language Academy (ISLA), a public charter school in Minnetonka, are promoting sales for The Minnesota Beatle Project Vol3. ISLA is a Spanish immersion program and an International Baccalaureate PYP candidate school, grades K-6. They just launched a capital campaign, UnoDosGrow.org , to raise funds for their new building.

"We are a young school still building our programs. We searched for a fundraiser that fit with ISLA's core values including service to others. We are very excited to work with Vega Productions to promote and sell The Beatles Project 3. Not only are we supporting our music department, we are also helping other schools in our state! I have enjoyed working with Vega Productions. Clearly they are committed and passionate about creating opportunities for children to learn and grow through music."

--Heather Copps, ISLA parent and UnoDosGrow Steering Committee member.

Funds raised will support ISLAs music program by purchasing learning tools such as rhythm instruments and drum stands. These will benefit students today and in years to come.

If you are interested in purchasing an album from the school to support their music programs, please contact the school via this email address: Office@islacad.org

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