Phair paid homage to her younger self and fans for the ‘Exile In Guyville’ 30th anniversary show. Blondshell opened up.

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Liz Phair’s debut album, ‘Exile in Guyville,’ marks its 30th anniversary this year with a celebration tour that visits the Palace Theatre in St. Paul on November 17. Ahead of the show, Jill Riley spoke with Liz Phair, who shared her memories and insights on what the album meant then — and means now.

In her Tiny Desk performance, the artist lives on her own artistic plane — inviting listeners to take their time to fully join her.

The return of Black Pumas strikes a chord with listeners. Meanwhile, Jason Isbell & the 400 Unit enter the Chart Show Hall of Fame with “When We Were Close.”

Tufawon talked with MPR News guest host Catharine Richert about the inspiration behind his music, from long-distance relationships to protest songs.