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February 14, 2020

'No Time to Die,' the theme to the first new Bond film since 2015, trades on the moody melancholy of the newly minted Grammy winner.

At last, Billie Eilish's James Bond theme song is here

At last, Billie Eilish's James Bond theme song is here

Stephen Thompson • Feb 14, 2020

'No Time to Die,' the theme to the first new Bond film since 2015, trades on the moody melancholy of the newly minted Grammy winner.

Coffee Break: Best part of breakin' up

Coffee Break: Best part of breakin' up

Anna Weggel • Feb 13, 2020

Tomorrow is Valentine's Day and we have a special theme cooked up for you, so today, let's break up! What songs do you want to hear for today's 9:30 Coffee Break that feature a breakup?

Review and photos: Fillmore Minneapolis officially opens its doors with Brandi Carlile

Review and photos: Fillmore Minneapolis officially opens its doors with Brandi Carlile

Emmet Kowler and Nate Ryan • Feb 13, 2020

Even with the hype of a swanky new room with a historic name, Brandi Carlile was the real event. Brimming with charisma and flanked by her steadfast bandmates Phil and Tim Hanseroth, Carlile wailed and belted her way through a jubilant 17-song set last night in the official opening show of the new Fillmore Minneapolis.…

The Chart Show: The Science Guy has Juice!

The Chart Show: The Science Guy has Juice!

Mark Wheat • Feb 13, 2020

For the third week in total, out of 6 weeks on the chart, Lizzo's "Water Me" is No. 1 With all the accolades and big appearances she's done recently this probably didn't phase her, but Bill Nye, The Science Guy dancing down the cat walk to "Juice", can it get any better?!

Coffee Break: The single experience

Coffee Break: The single experience

Feb 12, 2020

As we inch closer to Valentine's Day, we want to shine a light on the single experience. Maybe you're single and loving it. Maybe you're single and ready to mingle. Either way, Jill and Anna will be your dates this morning. For today's 9:30 Coffee Break, what songs do you want to hear that touch on the single experience?

Rock and Roll Book Club: Booker T. Jones's 'Time is Tight: My Life, Note by Note'

Rock and Roll Book Club: Booker T. Jones's 'Time is Tight: My Life, Note by Note'

Jay Gabler • Feb 12, 2020

If you're musically inclined, you can play along with 'Time is Tight': Jones has written brief instrumental passages that appear in the back of the book, with a numerical key to tell you when to play each passage.

Today in Music History: The Miracles' 'Shop Around' sold one million copies

Today in Music History: The Miracles' 'Shop Around' sold one million copies

Feb 12, 2020

John Lennon performed 'Instant Karma' on BBC TV's 'Top Of The Pops'; Al Green went to No. 1 on the U.S. singles chart with "Let's Stay Together," his only U.S. chart-topper; David Bowie received a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame; Ray Manzarek was born; and Snoop and Puffy called for end of rap rivalry, Today in Music History.

Valentine’s Day 2020: Live music highlights in Minneapolis and St. Paul

Valentine’s Day 2020: Live music highlights in Minneapolis and St. Paul

Sylvia Jennings • Feb 12, 2020

February is in full swing, and it feels like it has been winter for years at this point. Luckily the Twin Cities have provided a diverse lineup events for this Valentine’s Day, which gives you every reason to get out and celebrate. From rowdy DIY gigs to a four-course dinner complete with a score of…

Listen to Looch: when the Stones come to town

Listen to Looch: when the Stones come to town

Mary Lucia • Feb 11, 2020

This week, Mary Lucia is joined by Jill Riley to talk about what to do when the Rolling Stones come to Minneapolis in May.

Joseph Shabalala, Ladysmith Black Mambazo founder, dies at 78

Joseph Shabalala, Ladysmith Black Mambazo founder, dies at 78

Anastasia Tsioulcas • Feb 11, 2020

The founder of the South African vocal group Ladysmith Black Mambazo, which brought an innovative version of Zulu singing to a worldwide audience, died Tuesday in Pretoria. He was 78 years old.

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