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June 15, 2017

Haim receive a warm welcome from The Chart Show, "Want You Back" hits #1 after only two weeks!

Going ham on Haim

Going ham on Haim

Mark Wheat • Jun 15, 2017

Haim receive a warm welcome from The Chart Show, "Want You Back" hits #1 after only two weeks!

H2: An End of an Era (Part 3 of 3)

H2: An End of an Era (Part 3 of 3)

Kevin Beacham • Jun 14, 2017

In the final of three posts, H2 Co-Host Kevin Beacham looks back at his time on the radio and prepares for H2's final program on Wednesday, June 21.

Music News: Fillmore music theater planned near Target Field

Music News: Fillmore music theater planned near Target Field

Jay Gabler • Jun 14, 2017

Today's top music news stories include new details about a planned music venue near Target Field, the death of a famous music muse, and Ariana Grande becoming Manchester's first-ever honorary citizen.

What's New on The Current - Iron & Wine, Radiohead, This is the Kit

What's New on The Current - Iron & Wine, Radiohead, This is the Kit

Jun 14, 2017

This week, Jade gets into new music from Iron & Wine, a new/old tune from Radiohead, something fresh from British musician This is the Kit, and more.

Coffee Break: Occupations

Coffee Break: Occupations

Anna Reed • Jun 14, 2017

For this morning's Vinyl Tap, Jill spun "I Know What Boys Like" by The Waitresses - an '80s new wave band from Akron, Ohio and it got us thinking about job titles. So for today's 9:30 Coffee Break, what songs do you want to hear that have an occupation in the title?

Rock and Roll Book Club: David Weigel's 'The Show That Never Ends'

Rock and Roll Book Club: David Weigel's 'The Show That Never Ends'

Jay Gabler • Jun 14, 2017

In his new book 'The Show That Never Ends,' David Weigel tells a detailed history of one of pop music's most divisive sub-genres: prog rock.

Today in Music History: Happy Birthday, Boy George

Today in Music History: Happy Birthday, Boy George

Jun 14, 2017

Boy George was born; Paul McCartney wrote the most recorded song; Dylan recorded his electric sound; and Patsy Cline topped the charts, Today in Music History.

Music News: Did Bob Dylan crib his Nobel speech from SparkNotes?

Music News: Did Bob Dylan crib his Nobel speech from SparkNotes?

Jay Gabler • Jun 13, 2017

Today's top music news stories include resemblances between Bob Dylan's Nobel speech and SparkNotes; the return of PWR BTTM; and a 'Tonight Show' tribute to Chuck Berry.

Mary Lucia: Just remember to breathe

Mary Lucia: Just remember to breathe

Mary Lucia • Jun 13, 2017

When musicians are confronted with depression and anxiety, there is a strong tendency to self-medicate with drugs and alcohol. Mary Lucia found a video that she thinks helps demystify seeking help.

Lizzo, Poliça, Prince dance party to highlight post-renovation Minnesota State Capitol Grand Opening Celebration

Lizzo, Poliça, Prince dance party to highlight post-renovation Minnesota State Capitol Grand Opening Celebration

Jackie Renzetti • Jun 13, 2017

Aside from the State Fair, the State Capitol Grand Opening Celebration this August may be the most Minnesotan celebration of the summer — featuring a Prince dance party and performances by Lizzo and Poliça. Several dozen government employees, journalists and visitors gathered Tuesday afternoon at a press conference in the Capitol’s lobby, held to announce the celebration. State officials…

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