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March 11, 2021

The Staves hit #1 after five weeks on the chart with the title track from their new album, 'Good Woman'. Black Pumas debut in the top ten ahead of Grammy weekend for their cover of The Kinks' "Strangers" featuring Lucius.

The Chart Show: A Good Week for 'Good Woman'

The Chart Show: A Good Week for 'Good Woman'

Mar 11, 2021

The Staves hit #1 after five weeks on the chart with the title track from their new album, 'Good Woman'. Black Pumas debut in the top ten ahead of Grammy weekend for their cover of The Kinks' "Strangers" featuring Lucius.

Listen to Looch: the untold story of Parliament Funkadelic

Listen to Looch: the untold story of Parliament Funkadelic

Mary Lucia • Mar 10, 2021

Mary Lucia talks about the documentary 'Tear the Roof Off: the untold story of Parliament Funkadelic,' streaming now on Amazon Prime and other platforms.

Lou Ottens, inventor of the cassette tape, has died

Lou Ottens, inventor of the cassette tape, has died

Bill Chappell • Mar 10, 2021

'Next time you make that perfect playlist on Spotify, or send a link to share a song, you can thank Lou Ottens,' documentary filmmaker Zack Taylor told NPR.

Get ready for March Music Madness 2021

Get ready for March Music Madness 2021

Mar 10, 2021

It's time to download your bracket and to make your picks as we ramp up to March Music Madness 2021, happening March 23 to 26. This year's theme takes us on a road trip to music scenes across the United States.

Coffee Break: Songs you can juice

Coffee Break: Songs you can juice

Jill Riley and Anna Weggel • Mar 10, 2021

For today's 9:30 Coffee Break, what songs do you want to hear that include items you can juice?

Har Mar Superstar: Virtual Session

Har Mar Superstar: Virtual Session

Jill Riley • Mar 10, 2021

Har Mar Superstar joins Jill Riley for a virtual session, and performs tracks from his latest record, Roseville. Har Mar and Jill talk about the inspiration behind the record, what he's been up to this year, and how this album release has differed from past years.

Photographer Burk Uzzle describes taking the iconic Woodstock photo

Photographer Burk Uzzle describes taking the iconic Woodstock photo

Mary Lucia and Luke Taylor • Mar 9, 2021

Time Machine goes to 1969 this week - the year of Woodstock. Last summer, Mary Lucia talked to photographer Burk Uzzle, the person who captured the iconic image that graces the cover of the 'Woodstock' album.

Coffee Break: Unique names

Coffee Break: Unique names

Jill Riley and Anna Weggel • Mar 9, 2021

For today's 9:30 Coffee Break, what songs do you want to hear from bands and musicians with unique names?

Musicheads Essential Artist: Jackie Shane

Musicheads Essential Artist: Jackie Shane

Kelsey • Mar 9, 2021

Jackie Shane was a versatile performer who could sing to the rafters with a ballad, fill the dance floor with a hit, or bring an audience to its knees with her messages of tolerance and self-love.

Musicheads Essential Artist: Jenny Lewis

Musicheads Essential Artist: Jenny Lewis

Mar 9, 2021

As a songwriter, Jenny Lewis writes honest and relatable lyrics, catchy hooks, and she charms her fans with her captivating live performances. She's also a style icon in the music industry and embodies a laid-back California cool attitude.

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