News and InterviewsFrom ‘silly beats’ to millions of streams: The rise of Mother SokiMacie Rasmussen • Aug 13, 2025The Minneapolis musician, who had a viral hit with “Rivet Gun” this year, opens for she’s green at Fine Line on Friday, Aug. 15.
Coffee BreakCoffee Break: Long Song NamesJill Riley and Nilufer Arsala • Aug 13, 2025For today’s 9:30 Coffee Break, what songs with lengthy titles would you like to hear?
News and InterviewsTaylor Swift announces her next era: 'The Life of a Showgirl'Rachel Treisman • Aug 12, 2025After cryptic Instagram posts and a surprise countdown clock, Swift announced early Tuesday that her new album will be called The Life of a Showgirl. The cover art and release date remain a mystery.
Coffee BreakCoffee Break: ElvisJill Riley and Nilufer Arsala • Aug 12, 2025For today’s 9:30 Coffee Break, what Elvis songs – or covers – would you like to hear?
PhotosPhotos: Billy Strings mystifies and delights at Target CenterTony Nelson • Aug 11, 2025The Michigan new-wave bluegrass and Americana singer/guitarist brought his summer tour to Target Center in Minneapolis on Saturday, Aug. 9. The show featured two sets of his adventurous and virtuosic playing.
PhotosPhotos: Familia Skateboard Shop hosts Unsanctioned Series pool partyBump Opera • Aug 11, 2025Revelers ditched the summer heat at the Unsanctioned Series event held at Familia Skateboard Shop in northeast Minneapolis. The outdoor party, put on by Fat Tire and Street Factory Media, featured three on-site pools and music from Attracted to Gods, The 4onthefloor, and DJ Eylxr.
PhotosPhotos: Cloud Cult shine at the Minnesota ZooLaura Buhman • Aug 11, 2025The anthemic indie-rock band put on an outdoor show at the Minnesota Zoo in Apple Valley on Friday, Aug. 8. The performance was part of the Zoo’s Wild Nights series.
Coffee BreakCoffee Break: Hip-Hop Celebration Day Jill Riley and Nilufer Arsala • Aug 11, 2025For today’s 9:30 Coffee Break, what songs from hip-hop artists would you like to hear?
PhotosPhotos: Yam Haus soundtrack a beautiful day at Milk & Honey CidersBump Opera • Aug 8, 2025The local alt-rock band performed outdoors at Milk & Honey Ciders in St. Joseph, Minnesota, on Thursday, Aug. 7.
Coffee BreakCoffee Break: Music of IrelandJill Riley and Nilufer Arsala • Aug 8, 2025For today’s 9:30 Coffee Break, what songs from artists or bands from Ireland would you like to hear?