For White Denim, standing out in a city that's easily become one of the most influential music metros in the world means more than just experimenting with classic arrangements; it means juxtaposing psychedelic rock with soul and blending blues with punk all while using aberrant song structures that still feel fluid. Corsicana Lemonade is their most successful execution to date.

Unknown Mortal Orchestra - No Need For A Leader, from the "Blue Record EP."

Willy Mason has had several strings of mini-successes since beginning his career, but as soon as he would begin to build a public profile, awareness of his music would dwindle. Chalk that up to Mason's mysterious demeanor or lack of self-promotion — either way, the guy might now be poised for the breakout he's been waiting for since teaming up with Communion Records.

An equalizer goal by Southampton FC four minutes before full time reminds Mark Wheat of that club's storied history and about a very popular fan song.

We thought we'd honor Elliott Smith today with a set up songs from the artist. What Elliott Smith songs would you like to hear for the 9:30 Coffee Break?

Today Michael Rand chatted with The Morning Show's Steve Seel and Jill Riley about the Gophers football team's victory over the weekend, Josh Freeman making his Vikings debut, and some World Series prep.

The Head and the Heart accomplish more on Let's Be Still than presenting their ability to write and arrange melodies; they deliver a more mature set of songs that tell stories. The album is as relatable as it is listenable.

Darkside - Golden Arrow, from the new album "Psychic."

For all its ubiquity and imitators, 2003's 'Transatlanticism' holds up as an exquisitely produced, largely flawless record in which every song is bound to be someone's favorite. In this reissue, the album is packaged alongside an identically sequenced yet revelatory set of demo versions.

This past Wednesday morning, Prince and 3rdEyeGirl invited the general public to partake in The Breakfast Experience, a “Pajama Dance Party” held at Paisley Park Studios. With a request to “Dress 2 Impress” and doors set to open at 2 a.m., but with no confirmation that Prince himself would actually take the stage, hundreds made…