Diane

Woman sitting at a counter in a diner, wearing headphones, holding a white mug, smiling, with a laptop open in front of her, surrounded by diner items like sugar jars and a basket of napkins.

Musician

Host

Producer

DJ

UPCOMING SHOWS:

Sept 12: Do Re #MeToo at Parkway Theater

Oct 4: DJ set at Berlin

Oct 15: A Tribute to Connie Francis at Dakota

Oct 25: Solo Performance at The Aquarium [Fargo]

OCT 31: First Avenue’s Halloween Party (Host) at First Avenue

Step back into the golden era of American pop!

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Step back into the golden era of American pop! *

Mother–daughter duo Diane and Emy Miller bring the timeless music of the late Connie Francis to life.

From “Who’s Sorry Now” to “Where the Boys Are,” Connie Francis was the voice of a generation. Also, she would blend heartbreak, romance, and joy with a sound that defined the late ’50s and ’60s. With Diane and Emy’s undeniably heartwarming harmonies, this tribute captures both the nostalgia and the enduring magic of Connie’s catalog.

Expect a night of unforgettable melodies, tender ballads, and lively hits. Moreover, these classics will be performed with heartfelt reverence and a unique family harmony that makes this show one-of-a-kind.

Diane and Emy have been singing on big stages together for over twenty years. Also, this includes The New Standards’ Holiday Showcase at the State Theater in 2023.

Diane (Miller) is a dynamic Minneapolis-based vocalist, songwriter, guitarist, and radio personality. Further, she is known for her eclectic talent and deep connections to the local music scene. Diane’s standout year as an interviewer, radio host, and musician led to a recent feature in Mpls.St.Paul Magazine. Additionally, she has earned her praise for her “rock solid” contributions across multiple platforms. From hip-hop and rock ‘n’ roll to folk, Diane has consistently brought a wide range of genres to life throughout the Twin Cities.

Some of Diane’s career milestones include performing the national anthem for both the Minnesota Twins and Lynx, Also, sharing the stage with punk icon Tommy Stinson at First Avenue and the Dakota. And, interviewing movie star Timothée Chalamet at the Minneapolis premiere of A Complete Unknown. As a prominent radio host, Diane is the voice behind The Local Show, a staple of Minnesota music programming on The Current.

Recommended for fans of Connie Francis, Guy Lombardo, Peggy Lee and Doris Day.

  • Magazine open to a feature about Diane Miller, showing her sitting in Mickey's Diner with a smile, wearing a black blazer and headphones, holding a coffee cup, with a laptop in front of her. The magazine is dated May 2023.

    Mpls.St.Paul Magazine FEATURE

  • A man and woman are sitting on stage chairs, each holding a microphone and engaging in a conversation, with two water bottles placed on the table behind them.

    Interview with movie star Timothée Chalamet

  • A person on a wet outdoor stage facing an audience at a music festival, surrounded by trees and overcast skies.

    Blue Ox music festival emcee

  • Black and white photo of two musicians performing on stage. The male guitarist and vocalist is wearing a striped jacket, glasses, and singing into a microphone. The female musician is playing an acoustic guitar, singing into a microphone, and has curly hair.

    Accompanying Tommy Stinson (of THe Replacements at First Avenue)

  • Two women singing into microphones on stage with a live orchestra in the background, colorful stage lighting.

    Performance at The New Standards' Holiday Show at State Theater

  • Interior view of a baseball stadium with a woman in a white jacket speaking into a microphone on the field, a cameraman filming her. The stadium has many spectators, and a large video screen shows her speaking. The field is marked with the Minnesota Twins logo.

    National Anthem for Pride Night at Target Field - 2023

  • Two women riding on a float during a Pride parade, one holding a rainbow sign that says "Diane Miller, The Current Host" and the other waving and waving, with a city street and tall brick buildings in the background.

    MPR's Pride Parade Queen - 2023

  • A group of female basketball players huddle together on the court with their arms around each other, while a woman with curly hair and a microphone speaks to them. The background shows a crowd of spectators in the stands.

    National Anthem for Minnesota Lynx at Target Center - 2022

About Diane

Diane (Miller) is a dynamic Minneapolis-based vocalist, songwriter, guitarist, and radio personality known for her eclectic talent and deep connections to the local music scene. Featured in the May 2025 issue of Mpls.St.Paul Magazine, Diane's standout year as an interviewer, radio host, and musician has earned her praise for her "rock solid" contributions across multiple platforms. From hip-hop and rock ‘n’ roll to folk, Diane has consistently brought a wide range of genres to life throughout the Twin Cities.

Some of Diane's career milestones include performing the national anthem for both the Minnesota Twins and Lynx, sharing the stage with punk icon Tommy Stinson at First Avenue and the Dakota, and interviewing movie star Timothée Chalamet at the Minneapolis premiere of A Complete Unknown. She's opened for legendary artists like Nelly, Joan Jett, and Soul Asylum, and has emceed the 8th and 10th annual Blue Ox Music Festivals. Diane is also a 2020-2021 McKnight Artist Fellow.

As a prominent radio host, Diane is the voice behind The Local Show, a staple of Minnesota music programming on The Current. She’s interviewed many iconic artists the industry, including Atmosphere, Hippo Campus, Soul Asylum, and Dessa, while also helping give rise to new high-profile artists like Durry, Ber, she’s green, and more.