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Interview with Dan Leary of Institutional Green
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Interview with Dan Leary of Institutional Green

Making a Scene Presents an Interview with Dan Leary of Institutional Green

Making a Scene Presents

March 12, 20261h 5m

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Making a Scene Presents an Interview with Dan Leary of Institutional Green

Institutional Green is a St. Paul, Minnesota rock trio that turns sharp writing, lived-in musicianship, and Twin Cities grit into what the band itself calls a kind of “heartland indie rock hot dish.” The group features Dan Leary on vocals and bass, Kevin Henretta on guitar, and Billy Dankert on drums and vocals. Their debut full-length, Deep Pockets, arrived in April 2025 and introduced a band rooted in post-pandemic reflection, local history, and the stubborn spirit of the Minnesota music community. Public profiles and coverage describe the trio as part of the St. Paul scene, with songs that balance catchy hooks, social observation, and a strong sense of place.

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