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October 19, 2017

St. Vincent has charmed the Chart Show constituents with 'Los Ageless' and debuted at the eleventh spot on the chart this week. Voters also helped Feist grab her first Hall of Fame debut since 2011 with 'Any Party'.

The Chart Show: St. Vincent's 'Masseduction' has worked!

The Chart Show: St. Vincent's 'Masseduction' has worked!

Mark Wheat • Oct 19, 2017

St. Vincent has charmed the Chart Show constituents with 'Los Ageless' and debuted at the eleventh spot on the chart this week. Voters also helped Feist grab her first Hall of Fame debut since 2011 with 'Any Party'.

Music News: Gord Downie remembered by musicians, friends

Music News: Gord Downie remembered by musicians, friends

Jay Gabler • Oct 18, 2017

Today's top music news stories include Gord Downie and Tom Petty tributes, and a 'timely' charity auction.

‘Empire’ pays tribute to Prince, with a little help from his friends…and family

‘Empire’ pays tribute to Prince, with a little help from his friends…and family

Jay Gabler • Oct 18, 2017

In a much-anticipated episode tonight, Fox’s hit hip-hop drama Empire paid tribute to Prince with a climactic performance of his classic Purple Rain opener “Let’s Go Crazy.” Directed by Prince collaborator Sanaa Hamri, the episode featured guests including Morris Hayes (New Power Generation), Hannah Welton (3RDEYEGIRL), Joshua Welton (co-producer of ART OFFICIAL AGE and Hit n Run Phase One), and Prince’s sister Tyka Nelson.…

Coffee Break: Rock & Roll

Coffee Break: Rock & Roll

Anna Reed • Oct 18, 2017

This morning for Today in Music History, we highlighted Chuck Berry who was born today in 1926 and died this past March at the age of 90. So for today's 9:30 Coffee Break, what songs do you want to hear that mention "rock & roll" in the lyrics?

Rock and Roll Book Club: 'First Avenue: Minnesota's Mainroom'

Rock and Roll Book Club: 'First Avenue: Minnesota's Mainroom'

Jay Gabler • Oct 18, 2017

Chris Riemenschneider's new book is an informative, fair-minded history of one of America's musical landmarks.

Today in Music History: Remembering Chuck Berry on his birthday

Today in Music History: Remembering Chuck Berry on his birthday

Oct 18, 2017

Chuck Berry was born; John Lennon appeared in a film without the other Beatles; Carl Perkins went on tour; and Adele appeared on SNL, Today in Music History.

Watch members of NPG and 3RDEYEGIRL in ‘Empire’ Prince episode teaser video

Watch members of NPG and 3RDEYEGIRL in ‘Empire’ Prince episode teaser video

Jay Gabler • Oct 18, 2017

Tonight’s episode of Empire is going to celebrate Prince, thanks to a special arrangement with the late legend’s estate that will allow the show to feature his song “Let’s Go Crazy.” In a just-released teaser video, 3RDEYEGIRL drummer Hannah Welton can be seen preparing to play the song along with her husband Joshua Welton (who co-produced…

Music News: Tom Petty buried near George Harrison

Music News: Tom Petty buried near George Harrison

Jay Gabler • Oct 17, 2017

Today's top music news stories include the burial of Tom Petty, a new Smithsonian hip-hop box set, and two reissue announcements.

Jill Riley talks about seeing Jason Isbell perform in Nashville

Jill Riley talks about seeing Jason Isbell perform in Nashville

Jill Riley • Oct 17, 2017

Jason Isbell and the 400 Unit recently played six sold-out nights at the Ryman Auditorium in Nashville, and Jill Riley was there for the sixth of those shows. 'I'm so glad I got to see Jason Isbell at the Ryman,' Jill enthuses. Hear Jill's description of a memorable show in a landmark venue.

Coffee Break: This "and" that

Coffee Break: This "and" that

Anna Reed • Oct 17, 2017

For today's 9:30 Coffee Break, what songs do you want to hear from bands that are named "Blank AND Blank"?

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