News and InterviewsKiss performs its final concert. But has the band truly reached the 'End of the Road'?Chloe Veltman • Dec 2, 2023The 50-year-old heavy rock group performs the final concert of its "End of the Road" tour Saturday in New York. But it's said farewell before.
News and Interviews15 festive Twin Cities concerts for this holiday seasonErik Thompson • Nov 28, 2023With December nearly here, it is time to look ahead to the holiday shows in the Twin Cities — from Heiruspecs to Mark Mallman, Caitlyn Smith to the New Standards — that will keep the remainder of 2023 festive and fun for area music fans.
Home StoriesMinneapolis-based record club invites patrons to sample sound, visual artsSam Stroozas • Nov 27, 2023Dada Duende is a unique subscription box service from Minneapolis, combining handmade lathe-cut records with themed visual art and literature, aiming to create a multidisciplinary artistic experience rather than focusing solely on music.
WatchWilliam Prince: Tiny Desk ConcertLars Gotrich • Nov 22, 2023The singer-songwriter performs songs that swoon at the wonders of love, but also deep partnership.
News and InterviewsInside Flavor World: A breath of fresh air in Twin Cities fashion, music and cultureNikhil Kumaran • Nov 21, 2023Drew Kinkade is growing his brand with friends and collaborators out of a recently opened space in Minneapolis’ Powderhorn neighborhood.
News and InterviewsLiz Phair reflects on 30 years of 'Exile in Guyville' Nov 17, 2023Liz Phair’s debut album, ‘Exile in Guyville,’ marks its 30th anniversary this year with a celebration tour that visits the Palace Theatre in St. Paul on November 17. Ahead of the show, Jill Riley spoke with Liz Phair, who shared her memories and insights on what the album meant then — and means now.
News and InterviewsMinneapolis artist Tufawon on his new album, 'Waiting for You'Catharine Richert and Ellen Finn • Nov 16, 2023Tufawon talked with MPR News guest host Catharine Richert about the inspiration behind his music, from long-distance relationships to protest songs.
News and InterviewsInterview: André 3000 talks about new solo albumRodney Carmichael • Nov 14, 2023Ahead of a daring return to music, the outrageous half of OutKast talks New Blue Sun, his wild ayahuasca trip and why he gets so many requests to play flute at funerals.
News and InterviewsWilco's Jeff Tweedy on religion, music — and the Dolly Parton song he dislikesRachel Martin • Nov 13, 2023Jeff Tweedy's new book is his tribute to the songs and songwriters that inspired him to start making music in the first place — and then to keep doing it for a long time.
News and Interviews2024 Grammy Nominations: A guide to the best, worst and most surprising nomineesAnn Powers, Rodney Carmichael, Nate Chinen, Tom Huizenga, Sheldon Pearce, Anamaria Artemisa Sayre and Stephen Thompson • Nov 11, 2023Themes emerge quickly when you dig into the nominations for the 66th Grammy Awards. The major categories are dominated by women and seemingly up for grabs; elsewhere, progress is not always so clear.