We don't know why or how it happens, but sometimes the best bands have the worst singers. John Moe explored this concept for The Current last week, so let's keep the conversation going. For today's 9:30 Coffee Break, what bands with bad singers do you want to hear?

“I’m addicted to words and they are useless, in this department.” Those lyrics plucked from a Motion City Soundtrack song, circa 2005, are apt to describe my emotional state of being. Saying goodbye is hard. For me, Motion City Soundtrack were invented to help cope with loss. So, what happens when I have to say goodbye…

In his new book 'All These Things That I've Done," MTV veteran Matt Pinfield tells amazing stories and shares his love of music.

Today in 1973, Gram Parsons of the Byrds and the Flying Burrito Brothers died of an overdose. He liked to refer to his sound as "Cosmic American Music", but for today's Coffee Break, let's generalize it a little. What country-rock songs do you want to hear?

If you ask me, buying concert tickets at a venue’s box office is the way to go. I do it whenever I can; not only does it feel great to talk with an attendant who won’t ask if you’re a robot, box-office buyers skip online fees and a fair bit of stress. The only thing you have to do is…

This year marked the third anniversary of Festival Palomino, the Americana festival orchestrated by none other than Duluth’s beloved Trampled By Turtles. This year marked several changes for the young festival, which has quickly grown in popularity. Featuring the largest lineup in its history, Festival Palomino once again served as a showcase of the large…

Will Toledo's Matador Records debut exhibits a rugged individualism underneath a preppy swagger that comes through on songs that are completely unapologetic. The album invokes a DIY aesthetic reminiscent of the early '90s, without being contrived or overtly trying to sound like grunge.

As the Oct. 6 opening day approaches, Paisley Park has unveiled official artwork and its first merchandise — including, yes, a Paisley Park tote bag. The venue is also selling tasting plates of Prince’s favorite foods, prepared by his personal chef. Fans who hold tickets for opening day are being invited to purchase “Opening Day…

In 2000 The Avalanches put out Since I Left You to mass critical and fan adoration. They've spent the last 16 years listening for the perfect samples to create their latest album, Wildflower, and still fall in love with the simple sounds of everyday life.

There are so many incredible bands playing this year's Festival Palomino that we had to focus on them this morning. So for today's 9:30 Coffee Break, what bands that are playing Festival Palomino would you like to hear?