Reviews'SNL' just wrapped its 50th season: It's time to cruelly rank its musical guestsStephen Thompson • May 19, 2025For a show that's never been shy about celebrating itself, Saturday Night Live was bound to lean hard into its 50th season. But the results were as mixed as ever.
PhotosPhotos: Jensen McRae give heartfelt performance at Varsity TheaterJuliet Farmer • May 19, 2025The singer-songwriter brought the Praying for Your Downfall Tour to Minneapolis on Friday, May 16. Lauren Juzang was the opening act.
Today In Music HistoryMay 19 in Music History: Joey Ramone was born on this day May 19, 2025The Beatles had a Gold record in one week; Stevie Wonder had a No. 1 with “You Are the Sunshine of My Life”; Paul Simon's song about film hit No. 1; Supertramp hit No. 1 with “Breakfast in America”; and Sam Smith was born, today in music history.
Coffee BreakCoffee Break: Hidden TalentsJill Riley and Nilufer Arsala • May 19, 2025For today’s 9:30 Coffee Break, what songs from musicians with an unexpected special skill would you like to hear?
News and InterviewsGary Louris plays songs from 'Dark Country' at The CurrentBill DeVille • May 18, 2025The Jayhawks’ frontman released his fourth solo album, ‘Dark Country,’ on February 14 of this year.
News and InterviewsAustria wins 69th Eurovision Song ContestChloe Veltman • May 17, 2025"Wasted Love," sung by the classically trained countertenor JJ, beat out 25 other songs for the top prize at the international competition held this year in Basel, Switzerland.
Today In Music HistoryMay 16 in Music History: Happy birthday to Krist Novoselic May 16, 2025The Beach Boys released 'Pet Sounds'; Patti Smith played music in the U.K.; Keith Richards had an accident; and Nirvana's Krist Novoselic and Janet Jackson were born, today in music history.
News and InterviewsSmokey Robinson under criminal investigation after sexual assault allegationsSteve Futterman • May 16, 2025Motown legend Smokey Robinson is being criminally investigated by the Los Angeles County Sheriff's Department following allegations accusing him of a series of sexual assaults.
Chart ShowThe Chart Show: Wet Leg catch the No. 1 spot May 15, 2025“Catch These Fists” takes the No. 1 spot after just three weeks in the chart as the highly anticipated new single from Lorde, “What Was That,” debuts at No. 13, just behind Minnesota acts Durry and Samia who climb closer to the top 10.
Today In Music HistoryMay 15 in Music History: Happy birthday to Brian Eno May 15, 2025"Subterranean Homesick Blues" peaked at No. 39; Run-DMC released 'Raising Hell'; June Carter Cash passed away; Bob Dylan got his first top-40 hit; Paul met Linda; Crosby Stills Nash and Young had a chart-topping album; Blur's 'Parklife' began its lasting splash on the chart; and Brian Eno was born, Today in Music History.