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March 02, 2018

Ness Nite, “Tightrope” New York-via-Minneapolis visionary Ness Nite released her debut album today, which means it’s the perfect occasion to watch her in “Tightrope.” Lisa Persson (26 BATS!) shot this psychedelic, borderline-woozy video in the Minneapolis skyways. If you like what you hear, consider scooping up a ticket for her Dream Girl release at the Entry on March…

Friday Five: Ness Nite, Evidence feat. Slug, and more new Minnesota music videos

Friday Five: Ness Nite, Evidence feat. Slug, and more new Minnesota music videos

Cecilia Johnson • Mar 2, 2018

Ness Nite, “Tightrope” New York-via-Minneapolis visionary Ness Nite released her debut album today, which means it’s the perfect occasion to watch her in “Tightrope.” Lisa Persson (26 BATS!) shot this psychedelic, borderline-woozy video in the Minneapolis skyways. If you like what you hear, consider scooping up a ticket for her Dream Girl release at the Entry on March…

Coffee Break: World day of Prayer

Coffee Break: World day of Prayer

Anna Reed • Mar 2, 2018

The first Friday in March of every year is World day of Prayer, so for today's 9:30 Coffee Break, what rock and pop songs do you want to hear where someone mentions God or praying? We're not looking for Christian rock -- but rather secular songs that pray in some way.

Today in Music History: Happy Birthday, Chris Martin

Today in Music History: Happy Birthday, Chris Martin

Mar 2, 2018

Bo Diddley recorded his first single; the Four Seasons notched their third number-one hit; the compact disc was introduced; and Lou Reed was born in Brooklyn, N.Y., Today in Music History.

The delights of drone: Settling in for 28 hours at the Cedar Cultural Center

The delights of drone: Settling in for 28 hours at the Cedar Cultural Center

Maia Jacobson • Mar 2, 2018

Going into Drone Not Drones this past January, I wasn’t sure what to expect. Like a lot of people, I wasn’t very familiar with drone music. And as much as I enjoy live shows, I also value being in bed by midnight at the latest, so 28 hours of straight drone music was very much…

Album of the Week: Franz Ferdinand, 'Always Ascending'

Album of the Week: Franz Ferdinand, 'Always Ascending'

David Safar • Mar 2, 2018

Scotland's Franz Ferdinand are back with their fifth studio album, 'Always Ascending' out on Domino Records.

Music News: O'Gara's owners plan to demolish St. Paul landmark

Music News: O'Gara's owners plan to demolish St. Paul landmark

Jay Gabler • Mar 2, 2018

Today's top music news stories include the planned demolition of O'Gara's Bar and Grill, the announcement of the final Warped Tour lineup, and Golf Digest criticizing Minnesota's veneration of Prince.

Coffee Break: Concept albums

Coffee Break: Concept albums

Anna Reed • Mar 1, 2018

The Twin Cities Ballet of Minnesota stopped by to talk about this weekend's show "Pink Floyd's The Wall: A Rock Ballet" and it got us thinking about concept albums. So for today's 9:30 Coffee Break, what songs do you want to hear from concept albums?

Today in Music History: Nirvana played their final show

Today in Music History: Nirvana played their final show

Mar 1, 2018

Gene Clark of The Byrds announced he was leaving the group due to his fear of flying, The Beatles started recording 'Lucy in the Sky with Diamonds', Janet Jackson opened her 'Rhythm Nation' world tour, Frank Smith from Air Supply died of pneumonia, and Nirvana played their final show, Today in Music History.

The Chart Show: A Trifecta of Returning Minnesotan Artists

The Chart Show: A Trifecta of Returning Minnesotan Artists

Mark Wheat • Mar 1, 2018

Voters rallied around Minnesotan-made music this week with three local acts debuting on the chart.

Music News: Keith Richards apologizes for saying new dad Mick Jagger needs to get 'the snip'

Music News: Keith Richards apologizes for saying new dad Mick Jagger needs to get 'the snip'

Jay Gabler • Feb 28, 2018

Today's top music news stories include Keith Richards apologizing to Mick Jagger, Spotify going public, and Barbra Streisand cloning her dogs.

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