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January 09, 2017

Today's top music news stories include a prospective Prince streaming deal, the latest from Paisley Park, and word that David Bowie considered writing fake Bob Dylan songs for a musical.

Music News: Prince music could hit streaming services in conjunction with Grammy tribute

Music News: Prince music could hit streaming services in conjunction with Grammy tribute

Jay Gabler • Jan 9, 2017

Today's top music news stories include a prospective Prince streaming deal, the latest from Paisley Park, and word that David Bowie considered writing fake Bob Dylan songs for a musical.

How Smokey Hormel Became The Quintessential Session Musician

How Smokey Hormel Became The Quintessential Session Musician

Alex Cohen • Jan 9, 2017

Smokey Hormel -- whose great-grandfather founded the Austin, Minn., based meat company -- is a guitarist who has played on records by Tom Waits, Norah Jones and Beck, but at one point, he was sure he wanted to pursue a career in acting. Hear about Hormel's road to a career as a sought-after session player.

The xx on growing up without growing apart

The xx on growing up without growing apart

Shapiro Ari • Jan 9, 2017

Romy Madley Croft, Oliver Sim and Jamie Smith have been a trio since childhood, but like any long-term relationship, it's taken work. They joined NPR's Ari Shapiro to talk about their unique bond.

Hear 'Preludes,' The First Single From Craig Finn's New Solo Album

Hear 'Preludes,' The First Single From Craig Finn's New Solo Album

Stephen Thompson • Jan 9, 2017

Minneapolis native Craig Finn, who's sung in The Hold Steady and Lifter Puller, has a new solo record called 'We All Want The Same Things,' due out March 24. Finn has released a lead single, 'Preludes'; hear it on our website.

DJ Pick of the Week: Jade - Run the Jewels, 'Legend Has It'

DJ Pick of the Week: Jade - Run the Jewels, 'Legend Has It'

Jade • Jan 9, 2017

Run the Jewels' 'Legend Has It' has a driving beat and features El-P and Killer Mike trading off so seamlessly, it's like they're finishing each other's sentences. 'Legend Has It' is Jade's DJ Pick of the Week for January 9, 2017.

Coffee Break: "Overrated" (but not)

Coffee Break: "Overrated" (but not)

Anna Reed • Jan 9, 2017

Last night at the Golden Globes, Meryl Streep received the honorary Cecil B. deMille Award and took the opportunity to criticize President-elect Donald Trump and advocate for freedom of the press. As a response, on Twitter, Trump called her "one of the most overrated actresses in Hollywood". So for today's 9:30 Coffee Break, what songs do you want to hear that some say are "overrated" but are actually awesome?

'La La Land' wins Golden Globes for Best Original Song, Score

'La La Land' wins Golden Globes for Best Original Song, Score

Jay Gabler • Jan 9, 2017

At Sunday night's Golden Globes, 'La La Land' composer Justin Hurwitz collected awards for best original score and best original song as the film took a record seven trophies.

Recording in Prince's studio: Jill Riley sings 'Raspberry Beret'

Recording in Prince's studio: Jill Riley sings 'Raspberry Beret'

Jay Gabler • Jan 9, 2017

Visitors to Paisley Park can, at certain times, now record themselves singing in Prince's studio. The Current's Jill Riley and Brian Oake visited Paisley Park last week, and Jill laid down a take on 'Raspberry Beret.'

Today in Music History: Happy Birthday, David Johansen

Today in Music History: Happy Birthday, David Johansen

Jan 9, 2017

Today in Music History: David Johansen of the New York Dolls is 67, Charlie Watts decided to join The Rolling Stones, Lou Reed got married, and Jimmy Page is 71.

Album of the Week: Run the Jewels, 'RTJ3'

Album of the Week: Run the Jewels, 'RTJ3'

Sean McPherson • Jan 9, 2017

Run The Jewels' strength has been in taking El-P's nihilistic views and coupling them with Killer Mike's focus on self-reliance, courage and the increased importance of local networks in the face of big national crises. On their third outing, Run the Jewels expand their sonic palette and create another album that speaks truth to power from beginning to end.

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