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August 07, 2014

For close to a decade, I've celebrated the work of John Hughes annually by hosting club events where I play iconic clips and unforgettable songs throughout ... but now it was time to go see where all the magic happened and visit the actual filming locations of many of these beloved movies.

Jake Rudh's Day Off: tracing the films of John Hughes

Jake Rudh's Day Off: tracing the films of John Hughes

Jake Rudh • Aug 7, 2014

For close to a decade, I've celebrated the work of John Hughes annually by hosting club events where I play iconic clips and unforgettable songs throughout ... but now it was time to go see where all the magic happened and visit the actual filming locations of many of these beloved movies.

The Chart Show: Spoon gets big boost week of 'They Want My Soul' release

The Chart Show: Spoon gets big boost week of 'They Want My Soul' release

Mark Wheat • Aug 7, 2014

Spoon get a big bump up the Chart as their new album They Want My Soul is released — we made it our Album of the Week. In her review, Mary Lucia suggested that, as a long time fan of the band, she regards "Rent I Pay" to be their best song ever.

Lefty and Crash ask: What's your birthday jam?

Lefty and Crash ask: What's your birthday jam?

Aug 6, 2014

It's Mary Lucia's birthday today, so naturally, she'll be playing some of her favorite songs. Lefty and Crash want to know: What's a favorite song you like to hear on your birthday?

Tori Amos performs live in The Current studio

Tori Amos performs live in The Current studio

Bill DeVille • Aug 6, 2014

On tour supporting her 14th studio album, 'Unrepentant Geraldines', as well as her rich back-catalogue, Tori Amos stopped by The Current's studio early on Sunday to play some songs and to have a chat with Bill DeVille.

YourClassical

9:30 Coffee Break: It's All Good

Aug 6, 2014

So, what songs with "good" in the title or featured prominently in the lyrics should we play for the 9:30 Coffee Break?

Eating and Drinking with Heavy Table's James Norton: Payne Avenue Eats

Eating and Drinking with Heavy Table's James Norton: Payne Avenue Eats

Aug 6, 2014

Today on The Morning Show's Eating and Drinking, James Norton chatted with Steve Seel about the developing food scene in St. Paul's Payne-Phalen area.

Preview the new Astronautalis, Justin Vernon, and S. Carey collaboration Jason Feathers

Preview the new Astronautalis, Justin Vernon, and S. Carey collaboration Jason Feathers

Andrea Swensson • Aug 6, 2014

Hey, remember back in spring 2014 when the internet was abuzz about a new collaboration between Bon Iver’s Justin Vernon and S. Carey, rapper Astronautalis, and producer Ryan Olson? And how they were planning to put their album out in a matter of weeks? For whatever reason, the timing of the release was delayed by a…

Today in Music History: Chubby Checker Does The Twist

Today in Music History: Chubby Checker Does The Twist

Aug 6, 2014

Dylan started his third album, Pink Floyd's film version of The Wall was released, and Chubby Checker introduced America to "The Twist" Today in Music History.

YourClassical

Today’s Music News: The Civil Wars Are Over

Staff • Aug 6, 2014

The Civil Wars‘ have been on an indefinite hiatus since 2012, but the Nashville duo officially ended their partnership yesterday. There was “internal discord and irreconcilable differences of ambition” during 2012 for the 4-time Grammy winning duo, but they were still releasing music. Now, however, they have gone their separate ways to pursue solo careers.…

Look who's looked in on Jim McGuinn on LinkedIn

Look who's looked in on Jim McGuinn on LinkedIn

Jim McGuinn • Aug 5, 2014

Just in case anyone doubted Program Director Jim McGuinn's creed -- er, cred -- he received a mysterious invitation via LinkedIn this week.

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