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March 14, 2019

The basement space is occupied by Billie Eilish this week, 'Bury A Friend' is perhaps the darkest single from the 17 year old phenom, who apparently inspired Rosalia so much at a show in Barcelona that they're now working together.

The Chart Show: Billie's In The Basement

The Chart Show: Billie's In The Basement

Mark Wheat • Mar 14, 2019

The basement space is occupied by Billie Eilish this week, 'Bury A Friend' is perhaps the darkest single from the 17 year old phenom, who apparently inspired Rosalia so much at a show in Barcelona that they're now working together.

Music News: Who's inducting who into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame

Music News: Who's inducting who into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame

Jay Gabler • Mar 13, 2019

Janelle Monae for Janet Jackson, David Byrne for Radiohead, and more...we now know who's making the speeches inducting this year's Rock and Roll Hall of Fame class. Also in the news today: K-pop star nailed in sex sting, Red Hot Chili Peppers to rock the pyramids, and Jerry Seinfeld stars in a Vampire Weekend video. Plus, The Current's David Safar checks in from SXSW.

What is Prince's greatest song from 1995?

What is Prince's greatest song from 1995?

Andrea Swensson • Mar 13, 2019

1995 was a pivotal year for Prince, as he was in the midst of a years-long battle with his label, Warner Bros. Records, and released his first album, The Gold Experience, under his unpronounceable symbol. Although he was still writing and recording at a fast pace, some of the songs he created during this year wouldn't be released until later in the decade, making it a fascinating time to revisit in our Purple Current Time Machine.

Coffee Break: Fog, flooding and heavy rains

Coffee Break: Fog, flooding and heavy rains

Anna Weggel • Mar 13, 2019

Winter storm Ulmer is causing some hazardous conditions in the Midwest as we've got a flood watch in effect in the Twin Cities from 1 pm this afternoon through Thursday evening and a dense fog advisory currently in effect this morning. So for today's 9:30 Coffee Break, what songs do you want to hear that reference fog, flooding and heavy rains?

Rock and Roll Book Club: How well do you know Wayne Kramer and the MC5?

Rock and Roll Book Club: How well do you know Wayne Kramer and the MC5?

Jay Gabler • Mar 13, 2019

This week for our Rock and Roll Book Club, we're highlighting Wayne Kramer's memoir 'The Hard Stuff: Dope, Crime, the MC5 & My Life of Impossibilities.' How well do you know the history of Wayne Kramer and the MC5? Take our quiz based on information from the book.

Minnesota music therapists spark healing and growth…and fun

Minnesota music therapists spark healing and growth…and fun

Marla Khan-Schwartz • Mar 13, 2019

As Brandon Leu began playing his cello, his body seemed to become more and more relaxed. His facial expressions almost implied a music-induced trance. As the prelude to Bach’s first cello suite came to an end, Leu finished with a proudly raised cello bow after an almost flawless performance. He finally smiled as he continued to perform his hand-picked…

Today in Music History: Happy Birthday, Greg Norton

Today in Music History: Happy Birthday, Greg Norton

Mar 13, 2019

Greg Norton was born; The Recording Industry Association of America introduced a sales-award system using names of precious metals; the Beatles had their seventh No. 1 hit; a coffeehouse chain launched a music label; Tammy Wynette and George Jones called it quits; and The Sex Pistols stood up the Rock Hall, Today in Music History.

Listen to Looch: new documentary tells the story of 'Creem' magazine

Listen to Looch: new documentary tells the story of 'Creem' magazine

Mary Lucia • Mar 12, 2019

This week, Mary Lucia talks about seeing the new documentary, 'Boy Howdy! The Story of Creem Magazine,' about the groundbreaking rock magazine that was founded in Detroit in 1969. The documentary just had its premiere at the South By Southwest festival in Austin, Texas.

Music News: Legendary drummer Hal Blaine dies at 90

Music News: Legendary drummer Hal Blaine dies at 90

Jade • Mar 12, 2019

Hal Blaine, the drummer behind immortal singles from 'Be My Baby' to 'Strangers in the Night,' has died at age 90. Also in the news today: Britney Spears (or, at least, her songs) on Broadway; an honorary degree for Missy Elliott; Lana Del Rey, published poet; star musicians sing 'Dumbo' song; and Brittany Howard appears in a deleted 'Vice' scene.

Coffee Break: Hal Blaine

Coffee Break: Hal Blaine

Anna Weggel • Mar 12, 2019

Drummer and session musician Hal Blaine has passed away at the age of 90. A Hall of Famer and member of "The Wrecking Crew", he played on songs from the Beach Boys to Simon & Garfunkel to Nancy Sinatra, and so many more. So for today's 9:30 Coffee Break, what songs do you want to hear that feature Hal Blaine on drums?

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