Concerts At TCF Bank Stadium

Rumors that TCF Bank Stadium at the University of Minnesota was considering hosting concerts were confirmed on Monday with the announcement that U2 will perform there on Sunday, June 27. I know, U2 isn't a metal band, but there's many reasons for all live music fans to be excited about the willingness of the U to allow concerts at The Bank. First, there's finally now competition for large, outdoor shows with the miserable amphitheater at Float Rite Park in Somerset, Wisconsin. Second, sight lines at The Bank are great, and the facilities are outstanding. The Bank sports one of the 2 or 3 largest jumbotrons in any stadium in North America. Granted, there aren't many metal or hard rock bands that ban fill stadiums (much less arenas) these days, but a great, new concert venue in The Cities is always a cause for joy!