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April 16, 2020

Independent artists are flooding the internet with new music as they find an outlet for their creativity while live shows are suspended. Also today: more information on why big concerts are unlikely to return this year, a surprise guest for Liam Gallagher's NHS benefit show, remembering jazz great Lee Konitz, and a first look at a new David Bowie biopic.

Music News: With tours called off, artists independently release flood of new music

Music News: With tours called off, artists independently release flood of new music

Jay Gabler • Apr 16, 2020

Independent artists are flooding the internet with new music as they find an outlet for their creativity while live shows are suspended. Also today: more information on why big concerts are unlikely to return this year, a surprise guest for Liam Gallagher's NHS benefit show, remembering jazz great Lee Konitz, and a first look at a new David Bowie biopic.

Coffee Break: Public Radio Music Day

Coffee Break: Public Radio Music Day

Anna Weggel • Apr 16, 2020

Though we are experiencing a worldwide crisis, Jill treks into work every weekday to provide you curated playlists, news breaks, interviews with artists around the globe, and a daily opportunity to influence the music we play through the Coffee Break. That's what's behind the spirit of Public Radio Music Day. So for today's 9:30 Coffee Break, what bands do you want to hear that hail from the cities of our public radio peers?

Today in Music History: Remembering Dusty Springfield on her birthday

Today in Music History: Remembering Dusty Springfield on her birthday

Apr 16, 2020

Buddy Holly's first single was released; a Led Zeppelin got a gold record; Hutch from Starsky and Hutch had a big hit; Kiss put the makeup back on; composer Henry Mancini was born; and Dusty Springfield was born, Today in Music History.

The Chart Show: The New Abnormal; The Strokes at the top!

The Chart Show: The New Abnormal; The Strokes at the top!

Mark Wheat • Apr 16, 2020

They're at the top of our chart for the first time ever, after eight weeks bouncing around the top ten.

Listen to Looch: 'Bill Cunningham New York'

Listen to Looch: 'Bill Cunningham New York'

Mary Lucia • Apr 15, 2020

Bill Cunningham was a lot of things in his life, but he is primarily remembered as a street photographer in New York, who lived a life unlike just about anyone you can imagine; 'Bill Cunningham New York' chronicles that life. 'Even if you're not into fashion, you'll like it,' Mary says. 'You'll like it just as a character of New York.'

Music News: 'Punk rock's official shopkeeper' Jimmy Webb dies at 62

Music News: 'Punk rock's official shopkeeper' Jimmy Webb dies at 62

Jay Gabler • Apr 15, 2020

Rockers are mourning Jimmy Webb, the Trash and Vaudeville manager, who has died at 62. Also in the news today: how will the pandemic affect music studios in the long run? Plus the Boss will headline a New Jersey coronavirus relief benefit, 'American Idol' is going virtual, and Dolly Parton has a trippy new video.

Coffee Break: Songs that bring us together

Coffee Break: Songs that bring us together

Anna Weggel • Apr 15, 2020

Yesterday we talked about helping, and today we want to talk about unity. If there's ever been a time for unity, it's now. What songs do you want to hear that make you feel connected -- to each other and your community?

Rock and Roll Book Club: 'My Name is Prince' showcases '25 Inspired Years' of Randee St. Nicholas photography

Rock and Roll Book Club: 'My Name is Prince' showcases '25 Inspired Years' of Randee St. Nicholas photography

Jay Gabler • Apr 15, 2020

'My Name is Prince,' a lavish new book of photographs by Randee St. Nicholas, spans a quarter-century in the life and work of a musical icon who 'was always Prince. 24/7.'

Trampled By Turtles announce exclusive vinyl to support Minnesota retailers on originally scheduled Record Store Day

Trampled By Turtles announce exclusive vinyl to support Minnesota retailers on originally scheduled Record Store Day

Sylvia Jennings • Apr 15, 2020

Record Store Day has been a treasured tradition for vinyl collectors and music lovers since it was founded in 2007. It typically involves the sale of exclusive releases, including live albums and limited edition reissues, and often includes live in-store performances and other festivities. Record Store Day 2020, originally set to happen this Saturday, April…

Today in Music History: Remembering Joey Ramone

Today in Music History: Remembering Joey Ramone

Apr 15, 2020

Roberta Flack started a six-week run at No. 1; Queen won an Ivor Novello Award; the Fine Young Cannibals hit No. 1 with a 'crazy' single; Montell Jordan showed us how he does it with his No. 1 hit; and Joey Ramone, lead singer and co-founder of the Ramones, died at age 49 Today in Music History.

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