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Gentlemen… this man is long overdue for a place in the hall of Great Midwestern Gentlemen. We were first introduced to Jeff Daniels via the Bob Seger Sunday Morning Special and actually had the beginnings of this feature written a while back. The Midwest is the home to many of the acting greats but...
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The Great Lakes region is like none in this world and is the reason many Midwestern Gentlemen are the way they are. The lakes have been in recent news with the invasion of Asian Carp being introduced to the ecosystem. We have fun at Midwestern Gentleman and supply you with lifestyle tips that help...
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If you are looking for a beer to ease you into the weekend, look no further than Michigan Brewing Co.’s Peninsula Porter. This porter’s cloudy storm of chocolate, fruit and nuts combine to deliver a smooth taste that goes down easy. It is one that is to be enjoyed slowly as every sip is better...
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There is nothing a Midwestern Gentleman enjoys more than some good old fashioned folk music. The Midwest has brought the world incredible musicians including today’s Great Midwestern Gentleman, Mr. John Prine. Born in Maywood, Illinois, Prine grew up in a small  town, surrounded by Midwestern values and charm. He learned guitar when he was...
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A couple weeks ago we brought you the sounds of Minneapolis based group 4onthefloor, a group drenched in a fury of blues, rock and Midwest work ethic. They are proof that the Midwest is still producing pure rock and roll artists and original sounds. Since hearing the first kick of the bass drum on...
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The Fitzgerald Theater in St. Paul, MN is home to Garrison Keillor’s  A Prairie Home Companion, a live variety show that brings Midwestern culture to light in stereotype and truth. The variety show is a blend of storytelling, news and music in what is truly the Midwest’s Grand Old Opry. The show runs on Saturday nights...
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