The Current Guitar CollectionGuitar Collection: Mary Timony, Koll Guitars Duo GlideLuke Taylor • Apr 17, 2019Mary Timony of Ex Hex tells us about her Koll Guitar Company Duo Glide that she loves the sound of -- and she shares the story of how she learned about Koll Guitars through a noted filmmaker.
Coffee BreakCoffee Break: ApathyAnna Weggel • Apr 17, 2019Listener Julie wrote in with a great Coffee Break idea -- apathy. What songs do you want to hear for today's 9:30 Coffee break that say "I don't care", "nothing matters", etc.?
Rock and Roll Book ClubRock and Roll Book Club: Toure's 'I Would Die 4 U'Jay Gabler • Apr 17, 2019In honor of Minnesota Music Month, we're revisiting a classic Prince book: Toure's 'I Would Die 4 U' (2013), which promises to explain 'why Prince became an icon.'
Listen to LoochListen to Looch: why X mean so much to meMary Lucia • Apr 16, 2019This week, Mary Lucia talks about legendary Los Angeles punk-rock band X, who are playing Rock the Garden 2019. As a longtime fan, Lucia explains why X mean so much to her -- and why it's important to see X perform.
Coffee BreakCoffee Break: PhonesAnna Weggel • Apr 16, 2019The hands-free cellphone bill is now law and come August, police can stop anyone they see holding a phone while driving in Minnesota. So for today's 9:30 Coffee Break, what songs do you want to hear that mention phones?
News and InterviewsInterview: Gaelynn Lea on her music, becoming a public figure, and disability justiceDavid Perry • Apr 16, 2019Propelled into the spotlight with her Tiny Desk Contest win in 2016, we caught up with Gaelynn Lea about her role as a popular touring musician and public figure.
Coffee BreakCoffee Break: Artists and paintingsAnna Weggel • Apr 15, 2019Besides being Tax Day, April 15 is also World Art Day - an international celebration of the fine arts that happens each year on Leonardo da Vinci's birthday (born in 1452).
ReviewsAlbum of the Week: The Cactus Blossoms, 'Easy Way'Bill DeVille • Apr 15, 2019The Cactus Blossoms are blooming. There is a timelessness in these songs and nothing can touch Jack and Page's harmonies.
Coffee BreakCoffee Break: Girl, put your records onAnna Weggel • Apr 12, 2019Tomorrow is Record Store Day, an annual event to celebrate the culture of the independently owned record stores. We will be out and about on Saturday visiting some of our favorite record stores and spending way too much money. In the meantime, what songs do you want to hear that mention records, vinyl, DJs, etc.?
DuluthGov. Walz officially proclaims Minnesota Music MonthColleen Cowie • Apr 12, 2019Each year, Minnesotans set aside a month to celebrate the state’s music community. Now, Governor Tim Walz has made the celebration official, by proclaiming April “Minnesota Music Month.” The proclamation gives a shout-out to some of the artists who have shaped the Minnesota music scene, from Bob Dylan and Prince to Dessa and Lizzo. It…