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.
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.
News and InterviewsDuluth celebrates Bob Dylan’s birthday with week-long music festivalMark Nicklawske • May 14, 2025The 15th annual Duluth Dylan Fest features nightly Bob-centric music, historic landmark visits, and a lecture series drawing fans from all over the world. From May 18 to May 25, a wide range of events are scheduled around Dylan’s May 24 birthday and serve as a launchpad to explore his deep Minnesota roots.
News and InterviewsWhere and when to catch live music during Art-A-Whirl 2025John Kueppers • May 13, 2025The iconic and cherished Art-A-Whirl weekend is back Friday, May 16, to Sunday, May 18, for its 30th year. Here are some live music highlights to check out all weekend long.
PhotosPhotos: Live highlights from Mid West Music Fest 2025Juliet Farmer • May 12, 2025The 2025 Mid West Music Fest took over four venues across Winona, Minnesota, on Friday, May 9, and Saturday, May 10. The lineup of primarily local acts included Charlie Parr, Charlieboy, Gully Boys, Humbird, Kiss the Tiger, and many more.
PhotosPhotos: Lucius bring stylish show to St. PaulLaura Buhman • May 12, 2025Led by vocalists Jess Wolfe and Holly Laessig, alt-rock group brought The Gold Rush Tour to the Palace Theatre in St. Paul on Friday, May 9. Victoria Canal was the opening act.
PhotosPhotos: Allison Russell puts on mesmerizing First Avenue performanceTony Nelson • May 12, 2025The Canadian singer-songwriter’s All Returners Tour stopped at First Avenue in Minneapolis on Friday, May 9. The show featured opener Kara Jackson.
Coffee BreakCoffee Break: Mom RockJill Riley and Nilufer Arsala • May 9, 2025For today’s 9:30 Coffee Break, what songs do you want to hear that your mom would like?