“That was pretty poppy,” an usher said to me as I donned my coat last night. “Wasn’t it?” Well, yes, I guess it’s true that most concerts presented by a wing of the Saint Paul Chamber Orchestra don’t end with Metallica covers. It’s also true that Anna Meredith is just as comfortable playing in a…

It's International Clash Day, and for this morning's Vinyl Tap we played Marvin Gaye's "What's Going On". So for today's 9:30 Coffee Break, what songs do you want to hear from bands with a social message?

As we mark the 40th anniversary of Van Halen's debut album, Jay Gabler takes a look at a new book about the band's life on the road from 1978 to 1985.

It’s early February, which means you might be brainstorming ways to celebrate Valentine’s Day. This Hallmark holiday can get boiled down to chocolate and putti (they’re not cupids!). But if you’re in a romantic relationship, it offers you a genuine opportunity to celebrate whatever makes your connection special. For a lot of people, that’s rooted…

In a development that would have been unthinkable 25 years ago, Best Buy will stop selling compact discs — but will continue to sell vinyl. As of July 1, reports Billboard, CDs will disappear from Best Buy store shelves, but the Richfield-based chain will continue to sell vinyl records for at least two years. It’s…

For today's 9:30 Coffee Break, we're looking for song titles that repeat words. Send us your best!

On Friday night, February 2, the Nicollet Mall concert series known as Super Bowl Live showcased ZULUZULUU, who just announced that day that they would be changing their name to Astralblak; the Grand Marais blues-rock artist Cobi; a rare reunion performance by ’80s Billboard-charting stars the Jets; and the R&B trio King, which features Minneapolis-born…

After last night, many people can say that they watched Justin Timberlake’s halftime performance during the Super Bowl from the comfort of their own couch. Many fewer can say that they had an on-field experience. Nathan Bahr was one of those lucky few, but it was a privilege that he definitely worked for. Bahr, a…

There is no debate over the fact that the Philadelphia Eagles won Super Bowl LII last night. The results of Justin Timberlake’s halftime performance, however, are not as cut and dry. This morning, the reviews started pouring in. Responses ranged from strongly negative to “just kind of meh.” No one really loved even the Prince…

The party is over and thousands of people are headed home after yesterday's Big Game. So for today's 9:30 Coffee Break, what songs do you want to hear that say goodbye?