The Local Show’s 2021 edition of Time Machine Weekend features 2005 and 1984. 2005 was a year when big Minnesota music names such as Trampled By Turtles, Dessa, Haley, Low, The Hold Steady and Charlie Parr really started to set their career paths forward with some incredible albums, all highlighted in this episode. We also feature some gems from artist that you may have forgot about, including Tapes ‘n Tapes, The Soviettes and Cloud Cult. 1984 was also an important year in Minnesota music with the release of Prince’s Purple Rain, The Replacements’ “Let It Be” and The Suburb’s “Love Is The Law” and more. Tune in to go back in time: Minnesota style.
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Diane premieres a comical yet educational song titled “Minneapolis The Musical City” written by two college professors who go by Louis and Dan and The Invisible Band. Frances Priya Anczarski, the artist known as FPA, chats with Diane about her new concept record “Princess Wiko”. Additionally, hear a variety of new music from Night Moves, Jamecia Bennet, Kanser, Hyooman, Ryan Gebardt, Mae Simpson, AirLands, Cassette, Lovely Dark and more.
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Mason Jennings connects with Local Show host Diane about his 2022 record "Real Heart," and Painted Shield—his new project with Pearl Jam's Stone Gossard, which also has their sophomore record in the works for next year.
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Diane interviews Gregory Keltgen (aka DJ Abilities). We pay homage to his late bandmate/MN hip-hop legend Michael "Eyedea" Larsen, who would've turn 40 on November 9. DJ Abilities also talks about the release of his first solo LP "Phonograph Phoenix". Also hear brand new music from Dessa, Pieta Brown + JT Bates, Erik Koskinen, Medium Zach, Raffaella and more.
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Diane interviews folk singer/songwriter Siri Undlin of Humbird, talking about the band's new LP "Still Life" and November residency at Icehouse. Hear new music from Elle PF, Corbin (Spooky Black), K.Raydio, Durry, Becky Kapell and more.
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Happy Halloween! Diane returns with list of spooky tracks from 26 Bats!, Black Widows, Key Kids, Mark Mallman and more. Plus interviews with veteran folk singer Mason Jennings and rising hip-hop/afrobeat star Dua Saleh.
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Guest host Sean McPherson is playing a selection of Halloween tracks to get you in the mood for the holiday, including Graveyard Club, Dessa, and The Suburbs. We'll also hear music from Muun Bato, who are playing at O'Shaughnessy Distilling Co. on October 30.
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On this Sunday's program, we'll remember George Floyd, who would have turned 48 this October 14. Artist selections include rapper Metasota, and vocalist PaviElle and more, highlighting themes of human justice, community, and political reform.
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This week includes tributes to the late great musician/producer Ed Ackerson and arts writer and jazz-scene enthusiast Pamela Espeland. We've also got new releases from Dua Saleh, Kiss The Tiger, and YYY.
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