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November 13, 2018

This week, Mary Lucia talks about watching the final episode of Anthony Bourdain's 'Parts Unknown' on CNN. 'A lot of people, myself included, found it really difficult to watch the remaining episodes after Bourdain passed away last year,' Mary says, 'and I honestly feel like this is the one episode I would say you can watch. Yes, it's sad. Yes, it's poignant. But he's touring the Lower East Side of New York - it's so fitting and appropriate.'

Listen to Looch: Anthony Bourdain's final episode of 'Parts Unknown'

Listen to Looch: Anthony Bourdain's final episode of 'Parts Unknown'

Mary Lucia • Nov 13, 2018

This week, Mary Lucia talks about watching the final episode of Anthony Bourdain's 'Parts Unknown' on CNN. 'A lot of people, myself included, found it really difficult to watch the remaining episodes after Bourdain passed away last year,' Mary says, 'and I honestly feel like this is the one episode I would say you can watch. Yes, it's sad. Yes, it's poignant. But he's touring the Lower East Side of New York - it's so fitting and appropriate.'

Music News: Bjork announces 'most elaborate stage concert yet'

Music News: Bjork announces 'most elaborate stage concert yet'

Jay Gabler • Nov 13, 2018

For the opening of The Shed in New York, Bjork will present her 'most elaborate stage concert yet.' Robyn and Carlos Santana have also announced tours - plus, a Leonard Cohen exhibit and Chris Cornell tribute show are planned. Also in the news today: Lorde accuses Kanye West and Kid Cudi of stealing her stage design, Christina Aguilera gets denied when she tries to sing with a bar band, and Celine Dion gets put in handcuffs.

Spotify’s list of most-played Minnesota artists might surprise you

Spotify’s list of most-played Minnesota artists might surprise you

Colleen Cowie • Nov 13, 2018

We know that Minnesota is home to a wealth of musical talent. Each month, Minnesotan artists rack up millions of streams on Spotify — but which artists are people listening to the most? To answer this question, City Pages asked Spotify for a list of the state’s most-streamed artists of all time. The results are…

Coffee Break: Remembering Stan Lee

Coffee Break: Remembering Stan Lee

Anna Weggel • Nov 13, 2018

Stan Lee, Marvel Comics icon, passed away yesterday at the age of 95. He was the editor-in-chief, then publisher, then chairman of Marvel Comics, and helped co-create Spider-Man, the Hulk, Doctor Strange, the Fantastic Four, Daredevil, Black Panther, the X-Men, Ant-Man, Iron Man, and Thor. So for today's 9:30 Coffee Break, what songs do you want to hear for Stan Lee?

Today in Music History: The 'Yellow Submarine' film debuts in U.S.

Today in Music History: The 'Yellow Submarine' film debuts in U.S.

Nov 13, 2018

Brian Jones of the Rolling Stones bought A.A. Milne's former home; Men At Work had the top album in the United States; Elton John performed for the first time in Mexico; and the Beatles' animated film 'Yellow Submarine' was released in the United States, Today in Music History.

How the Beatles made 'The White Album'

How the Beatles made 'The White Album'

Bob Boilen • Nov 13, 2018

Producer Giles Martin shares the remarkable stories, early demos, outtakes and stunning new mixes from the just-released deluxe version of the album.

Ben Lovett and Ted Dwane from Mumford and Sons talk 'Delta'

Ben Lovett and Ted Dwane from Mumford and Sons talk 'Delta'

David Safar • Nov 13, 2018

In the run-up to the Friday, Nov. 16, release of their fourth studio album, 'Delta,' Ben Lovett and Ted Dwane talk to 'New Hot' host David Safar about the making of the new record, as well as the themes and messages behind it.

Hildur performs at Iceland Airwaves

Hildur performs at Iceland Airwaves

Mark Wheat • Nov 13, 2018

Although she hasn't yet released a full-length studio album, Hildur's singles have been instant hits, including 2016's 'I'll Walk With You' and her newest single, 'Picture Perfect.' Hildur plays both of these songs and more, and she converses with Mark Wheat as part of The Current's sessions at the Iceland Airwaves Music Festival.

Soccer Mommy performs at Iceland Airwaves

Soccer Mommy performs at Iceland Airwaves

Mark Wheat • Nov 12, 2018

Nashville-based indie-pop artist Soccer Mommy (aka Sophie Allison) joins Mark Wheat at Iceland Airwaves to play a live set and to talk about her budding career, including what it was like to meet and tour with one of her heroes, Liz Phair.

Natalie Prass performs live at Iceland Airwaves

Natalie Prass performs live at Iceland Airwaves

Mark Wheat • Nov 12, 2018

We've been following Natalie Prass for the past few years and her performances just keep getting better and better. Her set at Iceland Airwaves is no exception.

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