The Morning Show - With Jill RileyCoffee Break: Songs for National Simplicity DayJill Riley • Jul 12, 2023For today’s 9:30 Coffee Break, which songs that embrace simplicity do you want to hear?
News and InterviewsA jury rules a handwritten will found under Aretha Franklin's couch cushion is validAyana Archie • Jul 12, 2023Multiple handwritten wills were found in Franklin's home in 2019. Two of Franklin's sons would like a 2014 will to be honored and are up against their brother, who wanted to uphold a 2010 will.
News and Interviews50 years ago, teenagers partied in the Bronx — and gave rise to hip-hopKat Lonsdorf, Juana Summers and Patrick Jarenwattananon • Jul 11, 2023In August 1973, an 18-year-old DJ Kool Herc played his sister's back-to-school fundraiser in the rec room of their apartment building. But he and his friends sparked something much bigger.
ReviewsCafuné bring infectious energy at 7th St EntryBora • Jul 11, 2023The band behind the TikTok hit “Tek It” thrilled the audience at their makeup Minneapolis date.
89 DaysThe 2023 new Minnesota State Fair foods list features our deepest indulgencesAli Elabbady • Jul 11, 2023Pickles, cheese, birthday cake, and even lutefisk make appearances on the menu at the Great Minnesota Get-Together.
The Morning Show - With Jill RileyCoffee Break: Songs for World Watercolor MonthJill Riley • Jul 11, 2023For today’s 9:30 Coffee Break, which songs about colors, generally or specifically, do you want to hear?
Discover MusicLisa O'Neill: Tiny Desk ConcertBob Boilen • Jul 11, 2023The Irish singer brings a plaintive, pensive atmosphere to the Tiny Desk.
ReviewsFirst Avenue hits jackpot with inaugural Rock LotteryNikhil Kumaran and Laura Buhman • Jul 10, 2023L.A. Buckner, Student 1, Mary Cutrufello, and members of Bad Bad Hats, Bathtub Cig, the Cactus Blossoms, and more took part in this creative showcase.
The Morning Show - With Jill RileyCoffee Break: Musicians with acting chopsJill Riley • Jul 10, 2023For today’s 9:30 Coffee Break, which songs do you want to hear from musicians who also have had successful acting careers?
Album of the WeekAlbum of the Week: 12 Rods, 'If We Stayed Alive'Jade • Jul 10, 2023After a 21 year hiatus, 12 Rods has decided to release new music. If We Stayed Alive, is a tight, melodic nostalgia album from the progressive and beloved Minneapolis band.
