Parton, who died at 80 on Tuesday, had charm, depth, beauty, wit and radiant goodness. She was also a songwriter whose work told the story not just of country music but of the country itself.

Frankie Valli had a No. 1 hit with 'Grease'; Johnny Cash played his first Minnesota State Fair show; Ottawa declared it 'Paul Anka Day'; Sonny Bono entered politics officially; Blur had their first U.K. No. 1 single; Seal scored a great hit with the help of Batman; and Shirley Manson was born, Today in Music History.

For today’s 9:30 Coffee Break, what Dolly Parton songs would you like to hear?

Known for her curvy physique, massive blonde wigs and skin-tight outfits that served her self-deprecating wit, she was among the most beloved personalities in music and beyond — the rare celebrity whose appeal transcended generations, geography and politics.

The performance was part The Current Presents Minnesota Music Month 2026.

Folks can get wild with “Weird Al” Yankovic or salute the Minneapolis sound with Jimmy Jam and Terry Lewis during the Great Minnesota Get-Together.

Former babysitter Little Eva went to No. 1 with 'The Loco-motion'; Elton John played his first gig in the U.S.; the Knack had their one and only hit; Paul Simon released 'Graceland'; Wilco frontman Jeff Tweedy was born in Belleville, Ill, and the Replacements released their first album, Today in Music History.

For today’s 9:30 Coffee Break, what songs from artists or bands that released just one album would you like to hear?

Queen started recording "Bohemian Rhapsody"; Mason Williams was born; Stevie Wonder topped the charts as a 12-year-old; the Doors started recording their first album; Liam Gallagher failed to show up for an MTV Unplugged session in London; Huey Lewis and the News had a major hit with 'The Power of Love', and Jeff Buckley released "Grace," Today in Music History.

For today’s 9:30 Coffee Break, what songs that are part of the Minneapolis sound would you like to hear?