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May 30, 2017

'It was a very pleasant surprise to hear that Cornelius is ending a hiatus of 11 years with a new release coming July 1,' writes Mark Wheat. 'The video for the first single gives you an idea of what he's capable of.' Watch the video for and listen to Cornelius's 'If You're Here,' our DJ Pick of the Week.

DJ Pick of the Week: Cornelius, 'If You're Here'

DJ Pick of the Week: Cornelius, 'If You're Here'

Mark Wheat • May 30, 2017

'It was a very pleasant surprise to hear that Cornelius is ending a hiatus of 11 years with a new release coming July 1,' writes Mark Wheat. 'The video for the first single gives you an idea of what he's capable of.' Watch the video for and listen to Cornelius's 'If You're Here,' our DJ Pick of the Week.

Music News: Stars to join Ariana Grande for Manchester benefit concert on Sunday

Music News: Stars to join Ariana Grande for Manchester benefit concert on Sunday

Jay Gabler • May 30, 2017

Today's top music news stories include the announcement of a date and lineup for a Manchester benefit concert, a Justin Vernon spat with Delta Air Lines, and a star-studded birthday party for Noel Gallagher.

Review and photos: Soundset 2017 is a good day to roll with the punches

Review and photos: Soundset 2017 is a good day to roll with the punches

Cecilia Johnson • May 30, 2017

No, Pusha T didn’t go on when he was supposed to. Neither did “Caroline” up-and-comer Aminé. T.I. started 20 minutes late, Ty Dolla $ign’s set slipped a few hours following a flight delay, and Lil Uzi Vert cancelled altogether. That’s not taking into account Mac Miller, who dropped out after the recent Manchester bombing (Miller…

Michael Kiwanuka performs an acoustic set in The Current's studios

Michael Kiwanuka performs an acoustic set in The Current's studios

Mark Wheat and Cecilia Johnson • May 30, 2017

Ahead of his sold-out show at First Avenue, English soul sensation Michael Kiwanuka performs "Cold Little Heart," "The Final Frame," and "Love & Hate" in The Current's studios and has a candid conversation with Mark Wheat.

Chastity Brown gave her new album the time it needed

Chastity Brown gave her new album the time it needed

Euan Kerr • May 30, 2017

Much of 'Silhouette of Sirens' was recorded three years ago, but it didn't feel right. Now it does. Chastity Brown talks to Euan Kerr about the new album ahead of her Friday, June 2, concert at the Fitzgerald Theater in St. Paul.

Why the 'Sgt. Pepper' cover art matters as much as the music

Why the 'Sgt. Pepper' cover art matters as much as the music

NPR Staff • May 30, 2017

As the album turns 50 on June 1, critic Colin Fleming argues that the cultural impact of artist Peter Blake's iconic record sleeve equaled that of the music.

Coffee Break: Southern rock

Coffee Break: Southern rock

Anna Reed • May 30, 2017

Gregg Allman, who helped shape a generation of southern rock with the Allman Brothers, has died at age 69. So for today's 9:30 Coffee Break, what southern rock or southern-rock inspired songs do you want to hear?

Diablo Cody writing musical based on Alanis Morissette’s ‘Jagged Little Pill’

Diablo Cody writing musical based on Alanis Morissette’s ‘Jagged Little Pill’

Jackie Renzetti • May 30, 2017

You oughta know: the Alanis Morissette album Jagged Little Pill is being made into a stage musical of the same name, set for a 2018 debut. In addition to several songs from the 1995 hit album, the musical will include other songs from Morissette’s career. The musical will premiere at the prestigious American Repertory Theater in Cambridge,…

Today in Music History: The Black Crowes' debut 'The Southern Harmony and Musical Companion'

Today in Music History: The Black Crowes' debut 'The Southern Harmony and Musical Companion'

May 30, 2017

A Beastie Boy got arrested; Morrissey played his first solo gig in the U.S.; The Beatles began working on 'The White Album'; and The Black Crowes' debut 'The Southern Harmony and Musical Companion', Today in Music History.

Music News: Chris Cornell laid to rest in Los Angeles

Music News: Chris Cornell laid to rest in Los Angeles

Jay Gabler • May 29, 2017

Today's top music news stories include Chris Cornell being laid to rest, Ariana Grande announcing a Manchester benefit concert, and Elvis Presley's jet being sold.

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