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August 11, 2019

St. Paul’s Xcel Energy Center has had the privilege this summer of hosting two of England’s storied rock bands in sold-out shows — both of them Rock and Roll Hall of Famers whose popularity has been re-energized by recent Hollywood blockbusters, and both led by septuagenarians. Jeff Lynne’s Electric Light Orchestra starship landed in late…

Queen and Adam Lambert present a royal treat in St. Paul

Queen and Adam Lambert present a royal treat in St. Paul

Randy Salas • Aug 11, 2019

St. Paul’s Xcel Energy Center has had the privilege this summer of hosting two of England’s storied rock bands in sold-out shows — both of them Rock and Roll Hall of Famers whose popularity has been re-energized by recent Hollywood blockbusters, and both led by septuagenarians. Jeff Lynne’s Electric Light Orchestra starship landed in late…

Photos: Lady Midnight is divine at the Turf Club

Photos: Lady Midnight is divine at the Turf Club

Cecilia Johnson • Aug 10, 2019

Singer/songwriter/producer Lady Midnight poured out wisdom at the Turf Club last night. She said: “It is far worse to live life on your knees than to be killed standing.” She sang: “Can’t nobody put a claim on/ What you put your name on.” She proved: It is better to take your time on a project…

What are the top 25 Wilco songs?

What are the top 25 Wilco songs?

Aug 10, 2019

We asked for your top five Wilco songs and compiled them into the list of the top 25 Wilco songs of all time.

Bruce Hornsby performs in The Current studio

Bruce Hornsby performs in The Current studio

Mac Wilson • Aug 9, 2019

The singer-songwriter, pianist and composer visited The Current studio to play songs from his latest album, 'Absolute Zero,' and to talk about his collaborations with artists including Justin Vernon and S. Carey of Bon Iver, and with film director Spike Lee.

Watch Steve Earle perform an intimate 7-song set

Watch Steve Earle perform an intimate 7-song set

Aug 9, 2019

Steve Earle payed tribute to his mentor Guy Clarke at an invitation-only concert back in June, 2019.

Coffee Break: Supergroups

Coffee Break: Supergroups

Aug 9, 2019

For today's 9:30 Coffee Break, what supergroups do you want to hear?

Motorcycles and music: How my dad taught me to roll with rock

Motorcycles and music: How my dad taught me to roll with rock

Kayla Song • Aug 9, 2019

The kind of music I listen to depends on my mood. Some days the sky is green-grey from an oncoming storm and I feel like listening to Lana Del Ray’s smooth, eerie vocals while I sip hot tea on the couch with my two cats. Other days I’ll blast some King Princess or Lizzo while…

Today in Music History: Queen and Freddie close it out

Today in Music History: Queen and Freddie close it out

Aug 9, 2019

Muddy Waters played at the White House, A Rolling Stone crowd got rowdy; Bob Dylan and Joan Baez shared the stage for the first time; Queen played their last show with Freddie Mercury; and Jerry Garcia passed away, Today in Music History.

Friday Five: Dizzy Fae, Under Violet, and more new Minnesota music videos

Friday Five: Dizzy Fae, Under Violet, and more new Minnesota music videos

Cecilia Johnson • Aug 9, 2019

Dizzy Fae – “Big Wall” “Big Wall” stars “Dizzy Fae, Dizzy Fae, Dizzy Fae & Dizzy Fae,” as its YouTube description points out. The shape-shifting starlet/entrepreneur plays and styles every character, one of whom is on a mission. Under Violet – “Blame Me” Sara Bischoff’s voice is the light in Under Violet‘s landscape, so this…

Listen to Bon Iver's new album, 'i,i'

Listen to Bon Iver's new album, 'i,i'

Aug 8, 2019

Three weeks prior to the release date, Bon Iver's new album 'i,i' is available for streaming.

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