Playing Thursday in Minneapolis as part of The Current’s Happy Hours series, messersmith played a solo set that charmed an audience who braved the chance of rain.

This week’s Classic Americana pick honors a hitmaking singer who also became a champion for people with speech impairment: Mel Tillis.

For today’s 9:30 Coffee Break, what songs that help you unwind and relax would you like to hear?

Coming off recent standout performances at Minnesota Yacht Club Festival and Hinterland, singer-songwriter Perez’s “At The Beach, In Every Life” makes a stunning Chart Show debut in the No. 2 spot. Bon Iver holds No. 1 for the third week in a row.

On the evening of Thursday, Aug. 14, Matt Arthur and director Phil Harder’s vision comes to life with an all-star band at the Walker Art Center for the latest Sound for Silents, an immersive free outdoor multimedia concert.

For today’s 9:30 Coffee Break, what songs that were part of a musical trend would you like to hear?

The Minneapolis musician, who had a viral hit with “Rivet Gun” this year, opens for she’s green at Fine Line on Friday, Aug. 15.

For today’s 9:30 Coffee Break, what songs with lengthy titles would you like to hear?

Whether folks are getting hot in “herre” with Nelly, or relishing summer’s final days with Atmosphere and Friends, fairgoers always appreciate good food and a show. Here are suggested menus, including some of the fair’s newest offerings, for easy and satisfying fueling up near the Grandstand and the rest of the fair’s music stages.

After cryptic Instagram posts and a surprise countdown clock, Swift announced early Tuesday that her new album will be called The Life of a Showgirl. The cover art and release date remain a mystery.