News and InterviewsCountry singer Mickey Gilley has died at 86Hazel Cills • May 8, 2022In addition to his music career, Gilley was also famous for being the face of a nightclub that pushed Texas cowboy culture into a global spotlight.
News and InterviewsStewart Copeland: interview with Jill RileyJill Riley • May 6, 2022Stewart Copeland is well known for his work as drummer of the Police, but Copeland has also forged a successful career as a composer, creating music for films, television and the stage. Copeland visited with Jill Riley ahead of his visit to the Twin Cities for a couple of events with VocalEssence.
News and InterviewsDolly Parton, Pat Benetar, Lionel Richie to Rock Hall Lars Gotrich • May 4, 2022The Rock & Roll Hall of Fame's 2022 class leans heavily on pop hitmakers from the 1980s, but also includes rapper Eminem and country star Dolly Parton, who initially rejected her nomination.
News and InterviewsTalib Kweli on Black Star's returnLeila Fadel and Taylor Haney • May 3, 2022Talib Kweli discusses the return of Black Star after 24 years, including a return to some of the duo's foundational themes — black excellence, unity, Pan-Africanism and the raising of consciousness.
News and InterviewsPhotos: Mid West Music Fest roars back in WinonaDarin Kamnetz and Carly Hauschild • May 2, 2022After the pandemic forced a hiatus and venue changes in recent years, the weekend music festival returned to its original setup in Winona to celebrate some of Minnesota’s top musical talents.
News and InterviewsRabeca's journey to Mid West Music FestColleen Cowie • May 2, 2022Colleen Cowie chronicles her band’s behind-the-scenes experience at Winona’s big music festival.
News and InterviewsThe Judds and Ray Charles join the Country Hall of FameThe Associated Press • May 2, 2022Charles and The Judds join two veteran recording musicians in the hall, including the first drummer to join the institution.
News and InterviewsGirlpool and Let's Eat Grandma ply grief of growing upReanna Cruz • May 2, 2022Two new albums from Let's Eat Grandma and Girlpool wistfully accept the inherent grief that comes with facing adulthood.
News and InterviewsNaomi Judd has died at age 76Hazel Cills • Apr 30, 2022Naomi Judd recorded and performed with daughter Wynonna. She was also the mother of actress Ashley Judd.
News and InterviewsWatch a new video from Doug Collins & the ReceptionistsLuke Taylor • Apr 28, 2022The video for the song was filmed on location at the landmark Palmer's Bar in Minneapolis.