Regarded as 'the Godfather of the Minneapolis Sound,' Pepe Willie was an early mentor to Prince. The author of a new memoir, 'If You See Me,' Willie connected with Sean McPherson to talk about his remarkable life in music.

We put the spotlight on Alison Mosshart this morning - lead vocalist of the Kills and the Dead Weather - as she turns 42 today. So for today's 9:30 Coffee Break, what leading ladies of rock do you want to hear?

The new album from Adrianne Lenker is a mix of folk songs, sound collages, and Lenker's distinct voice making the album stand apart from her work with Big Thief.

Adam Granduciel of The War on Drugs talks about the band's latest release, 'Live Drugs,' which SNL musical performances he pored over as a teen, and the intimacy of playing in smaller venues.

November 20 is World Children's Day. So for today's 9:30 Coffee Break, what songs do you want to hear that mention children and kids?

This Thanksgiving, Minnesotans’ hearts will be full of grief as well as gratitude. Even so, thoughts next Thursday will turn to the people, places, and principles we cherish and give thanks for. As always in troubled times, music has been and will continue to be a source of reflection, fresh perspectives, and – yes –…

As Minnesota puts a pause on social gatherings to slow the spread of COVID-19, Palmer's Bar owner Tony Zaccardi reflected on the ups and downs of running an iconic music venue and popular watering hole in 2020.

Today is Give to the Max day, a statewide outpouring of support for thousands of nonprofits and schools across Minnesota. So for today's 9:30 Coffee Break, what songs do you want to hear that embody the spirit of generosity?

Marcus J. Moore's new book comes billed as 'the first cultural biography' of Kendrick Lamar. It's certain 'The Butterfly Effect' won't be the last.

We have one new entry this week from MN's own Jeremy Messersmith recording as Mixtape for the Milky Way, a collaboration with John Mark Nelson.