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July 19, 2018

Voters wrote it on their hearts and ballots this week for Minnesota's Bad Bad Hats who debuted on the chart this week along with Big Red Machine's "Hymnostic". Father John Misty also saw a reentry with "Disappointing Diamonds Are The Rarest of Them All".

The Chart Show: Voters Write It On Their Heart and Ballot

The Chart Show: Voters Write It On Their Heart and Ballot

Mark Wheat • Jul 19, 2018

Voters wrote it on their hearts and ballots this week for Minnesota's Bad Bad Hats who debuted on the chart this week along with Big Red Machine's "Hymnostic". Father John Misty also saw a reentry with "Disappointing Diamonds Are The Rarest of Them All".

Listen to Looch: going to see Jerry Lee Lewis

Listen to Looch: going to see Jerry Lee Lewis

Mary Lucia • Jul 18, 2018

Although Courtney Barnett will be playing a show in Minneapolis this weekend, Mary Lucia is 'going to drive to a casino to see Jerry Lee Lewis.' For this week's Listen to Looch, Mary talks about why she's taking a drive to see a rock and roll legend.

Review and photos: George Clinton and P-Funk go into overdrive at the Varsity

Review and photos: George Clinton and P-Funk go into overdrive at the Varsity

Cecilia Johnson • Jul 18, 2018

I wasn’t prepared. I mean, I brought my earplugs, comfy shoes, and ID to the Varsity Theater last night. But by no means was I mentally prepared to take in the funk onslaught that George Clinton and Parliament-Funkadelic fired off for two hours straight. The building shook with bass; the costumes screamed just as loud.…

Coffee Break: "Little"

Coffee Break: "Little"

Anna Reed • Jul 18, 2018

We're excited for today's Oake & Riley in the Afternoon at the Spring Cafe at Como Lakeside Pavillion featuring Little Man. In honor of our musical guest, for today's 9:30 Coffee Break what songs do you want to hear that say "little" in the title, or are from bands or musicians with "little" in their name?

Rock and Roll Book Club: Krautrock!

Rock and Roll Book Club: Krautrock!

Jay Gabler • Jul 18, 2018

An academic analysis of krautrock and a new biography of Can add up to a 21st century examination of the legacy of a short-lived but highly influential genre.

Today in Music History: The Beatles recorded 'Helter Skelter' at Abbey Road studios

Today in Music History: The Beatles recorded 'Helter Skelter' at Abbey Road studios

Jul 18, 2018

The Beatles recorded "Helter Skelter"; Sly and The Family Stone got into trouble with the law; John Lennon was ordered to leave the country; Nico passed away; and the first year of Lollapalooza took place, Today in Music History.

Music News: Average person stops seeking new music at age 29, says study

Music News: Average person stops seeking new music at age 29, says study

Jay Gabler • Jul 18, 2018

Today's top music news stories include a study about music discovery, new music rumors, and awards updates.

Adam Weiner of Low Cut Connie talks about the band's evolution and the uplifting power of music

Adam Weiner of Low Cut Connie talks about the band's evolution and the uplifting power of music

Mary Lucia • Jul 17, 2018

Low Cut Connie frontman Adam Weiner describes how he and his bandmates are staying busy touring and recording -- even if that means doing those things simultaneously. Weiner also talks about what helps him get motivated to give his all at every show.

Happy 50th birthday, 'Yellow Submarine'!

Happy 50th birthday, 'Yellow Submarine'!

Jay Gabler • Jul 17, 2018

The Beatles' movie 'Yellow Submarine' was released 50 years ago today. Watch Brian Oake and Jay Gabler discuss the film's groovy legacy, and enter for a chance to win a DVD and CD.

Coffee Break: World Emoji Day

Coffee Break: World Emoji Day

Anna Reed • Jul 17, 2018

Today is World Emoji Day - an unofficial holiday celebrated on July 17 that recognizes Shigetaka Kurita, a Japanese designer that developed the tiny graphic images in 1999. For today's 9:30 Coffee Break, what songs do you want to hear that mention a particular emoji?

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