The Legal Immigrants

**The Legal Immigrants** are a Minneapolis-based rock outfit known for their raucous energy and genre-blurring sound that stitches together garage rock, soul, and punk influences. Formed in 2012, the band—fronted by vocalist/guitarist Chadwick Nelson, bassist Shane Blem, and drummer Tony Sorensen—built a reputation for gritty, sweat-soaked live shows and lyrics that mix sharp social commentary with wry humor. Their releases, like the 2015 debut *Take What You Can* and 2017’s *Midnight Curfew*, showcase their knack for raw, riff-driven anthems (see: “Late Night Menu” or “Hang On”) and soulful, introspective grooves (“Panacea,” “Mr. Picture”). Tracks like “Wheels Fall Off” and “Drugs to Roses” highlight their penchant for storytelling that balances rebellion and vulnerability. A staple of the Midwest DIY scene, they’ve toured relentlessly, pairing their music with a grassroots ethos that champions community and inclusivity.