893 Songs that Bring Us Together May 5, 2020 We're counting down the songs that you sent in that make you feel connected. Tune in and listen throughout the next couple of weeks to hear the playlist that you made!
Trying to fund, and found, a venue for 'radical freedom of expression' in Minneapolis August 12, 2020 Three longtime members of the Minneapolis music scene are trying to start a new venue aimed at fostering art from marginalized communities there.
Stream Taylor Swift's new album, 'Folklore' July 24, 2020 Swift's eighth studio album -- recorded in isolation and announced just a day before it was released -- features collaborations with members of The National and Bon Iver.
Sophia Eris, Lady Midnight, and DJ Keezy launch campaign to fund new venue July 1, 2020 Sophia Eris, Lady Midnight, and DJ Keezy have launched a $5 million crowdfunding campaign to open what would be the only professional music venue in Minneapolis owned by women of color. The proposed venue’s name: Auntie’s. “With the recent uprising ignited from the murder of George Floyd combined with accusations of abuse in the music…
Friday Five: UPRISING, Andre Cymone, and more new Minnesota music videos June 26, 2020 This is the last edition of Friday Five in its current iteration. Moving forward it will be replaced by a longer, biweekly post about one music video including conversations with the artists behind both the music and the videos. Continue to send submissions to fridayfive [at] mpr.org for consideration! UPRISING – “A.Y.R.D.” An all-star list…
Sophia Eris on how you can be activated: ‘There are so many ways to help right now’ June 6, 2020 Following the killing of George Floyd while in police custody, the Twin Cities and beyond have become activated in many ways. Throughout a week of many protests, the community of the Twin Cities has formed a strong bond. In addition to demonstrations, communities have come together to operate donation banks, distribution centers, first aid, clothing…
Album of the Week: Perfume Genius, 'Set My Heart On Fire Immediately' May 31, 2020 While the themes of isolation, anxiety and sexuality are everpresent on the 5th studio album, Mike Hadreas brings a new sense of confidence in writing and production
Coffee Break: Wellness Wednesday May 20, 2020 May is Mental Health Month, and in conjunction with Call to Mind, we're sharing tips for well-being, stories of managing mental health, and playing songs to empower and support you in caring for yourself. So for today's 9:30 Coffee Break, what songs do you want to hear around the themes of self-care, healing and mental health?
Music News: Acoustic music surges during listener lockdown May 19, 2020 Acoustic music is surging - not just in livestream performances, but in classic recordings as well. Plus, Billie Eilish launches Takashi Murakami collaboration, VJ Matt Pinfield enters recovery, and Snoop Dogg vibes with Idina Menzel.
The Killers talk fake viral videos, Lindsey Buckingham, and working from home May 11, 2020 Killers frontman Brandon Flowers and drummer Ronnie Vannucci gave some exciting background about the band’s newest record, Imploding the Mirage, when they recently did a quick phone interview with Mac Wilson. Mac Wilson: So, you’ve been busy. You’ve got an Instagram live concert that’s happening later this afternoon. Is this a first for a full-blown…