Rock and Roll Book ClubRock and Roll Book Club: 'Nick Cave: Mercy On Me'Jay Gabler • Nov 29, 2017Reinhard Kleist, the graphic novelist who worked magic with his book about Johnny Cash, turns his art to another man in black: Nick Cave.
News and InterviewsAlcohol permit sought for events at Prince's Paisley PaThe Associated Press • Nov 29, 2017Operators of Prince's former home and recording complex in Minnesota are seeking a special permit so they can serve alcohol during the week of the Super Bowl.
Coffee BreakCoffee Break: MotownAnna Reed • Nov 28, 2017Berry Gordy, the founder of Motown Records, turns 88 today. So for the 9:30 Coffee Break, what Motown songs do you want to hear?
Local Current Blog60th Grammy nominations: JAY-Z, Kendrick Lamar, Bruno Mars, Childish Gambino leadJay Gabler • Nov 28, 2017This morning the Grammy nominations were announced. This year’s award ceremony will be held Jan. 28. Bruno Mars, Kendrick Lamar, JAY-Z, and Childish Gambino lead the major categories: all four are nominated in the Album of the Year and Record of the Year categories. Lorde’s Melodrama rounds out the Album of the Year nominations, and…
Coffee BreakCoffee Break: Technology through the agesAnna Reed • Nov 27, 2017In honor of Cyber Monday, what songs do you want to hear that feature technology throughout the ages?
Local Current BlogNew music festival marks ‘Big Turn’ for Red WingColleen Cowie • Nov 24, 2017When you imagine Minnesota in February, what comes to mind? Maybe live music isn’t the first thing to pop up, but a new music festival in Red Wing is hoping to change that. Big Turn Music Fest will take place in downtown Red Wing on Feb. 16 and 17, and will feature nearly 100 bands…
Coffee BreakCoffee Break: Family bandsAnna Reed • Nov 22, 2017David Cassidy, best known for his role as Keith Partridge in the 1970s musical-sitcom The Partridge Family, passed away yesterday at the age of 67. In honor of David, and in honor of Thanksgiving and time spent with loved ones, what family bands do you want to hear for today's 9:30 Coffee Break?
Rock and Roll Book ClubRock and Roll Book Club: 'Staying Alive'Jay Gabler • Nov 22, 2017Simon Spence's new book tells the story of one of the most surprising comebacks in rock history: the Bee Gees' 1970s re-emergence as disco heroes.
News and InterviewsA conversation with Liam GallagherJill Riley and Brian Oake • Nov 22, 2017Before his sold-out show in the First Avenue Mainroom on Monday, Nov. 20, Liam Gallagher took some time to talk with Jill Riley and Brian Oake. 'I don't see myself as an artist,' Gallagher says. 'I see myself as just a rock and roll singer who writes a tune every now and again.' Listen to the full interview and read highlights from the conversation.
Local Current Blog‘The Hip Hop Nutcracker’ brings a new twist to a Christmas classic, with help from Kurtis BlowSimone Cazares • Nov 22, 2017As the holiday season comes upon us, many ballet companies around the country are getting ready to present Tchaikovsky’s traditional Christmas classic, but The Hip Hop Nutcracker is mixing things up and changing the story to keep up with the times. When I walked into the historic State Theatre last night, it was clear that…