PhotosPhotos: Margaret Glaspy goes solo in the Clown LoungeNate Ryan • Jul 7, 2023For The Current’s latest MicroShow, New York singer-songwriter performed new material on Thursday in St. Paul.
The Morning Show - with Jill RileyCoffee Break: Songs from great 7th albumsMac Wilson • Jul 7, 2023For today’s 9:30 Coffee Break, which songs do you want to hear that are from celebrated 7th albums?
ReviewsNew book goes on tour with Bob DylanMichaelangelo Matos • Jul 7, 2023In ‘Pledging My Time: Conversations with Bob Dylan Band Members,’ Ray Padgett unearths new stories from Dylan’s time on the road.
News and InterviewsFirst Avenue’s Rock Lottery brings Minnesota music together in more ways than oneNikhil Kumaran • Jul 6, 2023A group of 25 Minnesota musicians have been split into five bands and have two days to write a repertoire of original music to perform.
ReviewsAmythyst Kiah gives commanding performance at Parkway TheaterSofia Haan and Laura Buhman • Jul 6, 2023Throughout Amythyst Kiah’s performance in Minneapolis on Wednesday night, her outright ownership of the roots of Americana music felt particularly powerful.
The Morning Show - with Jill RileyCoffee Break: National Fried Chicken DayMac Wilson • Jul 6, 2023So for today’s 9:30 Coffee Break, what songs do you want to hear that mention chicken, other popular fried foods, side dishes, baskets or buckets?
PhotosFleet Foxes captivate First Avenue audienceNikhil Kumaran • Jul 5, 2023Fleet Foxes filled First Avenue on Tuesday with their echoing harmonies and lush instrumentation.
ReviewsNew Wham! documentary shows 'temporal nature of youth'Reena Advani and Rob Schmitz • Jul 5, 2023The pop duo Wham! was only around for four years, but its songs have lasted decades. Chris Smith's Netflix documentary tells its history from the viewpoints of George Michael and Andrew Ridgeley.
Coffee BreakCoffee Break: National Bikini DayMac Wilson • Jul 5, 2023For today’s 9:30 Coffee Break, what songs do you want to hear that mention bikinis, swim wear, beach attire or beach activities?
News and InterviewsHistory of the anthem, "Will the Circle Be Unbroken"NPR Staff • Jul 3, 2023From family memorials to jam sessions to every show at the Grand Ole Opry, the familiar singalong helps people feel connected to those who have died — whether legendary musicians or loved ones.