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April 29, 2021

Despite the fact that Bob Dylan's rootsy recordings with the Band weren't officially released until several years after they were tracked, they number among Dylan's most influential...and with Dylan, that's really saying something.

Musicheads Essential Album: Bob Dylan and the Band, 'The Basement Tapes'

Musicheads Essential Album: Bob Dylan and the Band, 'The Basement Tapes'

Jay Gabler • Apr 29, 2021

Despite the fact that Bob Dylan's rootsy recordings with the Band weren't officially released until several years after they were tracked, they number among Dylan's most influential...and with Dylan, that's really saying something.

The Chart Show: Oscar Winner Batiste Stays Steady

The Chart Show: Oscar Winner Batiste Stays Steady

Apr 29, 2021

Jon Batiste, fresh off his Oscar win for Best Original Score, continues to lock in the #2 spot.

Listen to Looch: this L7 documentary rocks

Listen to Looch: this L7 documentary rocks

Mary Lucia • Apr 28, 2021

Mary Lucia talks about 'Pretend We're Dead,' a documentary about the Los Angeles rock and roll band, L7. It's currently available for streaming on Amazon Prime Video and other platforms.

Coffee Break: Songs In Bloom

Coffee Break: Songs In Bloom

Jesse Wiza • Apr 28, 2021

Starting today, the Minneapolis Institute of Art will be presenting a virtual version of their annual floral celebration 'Art in Bloom'. Which songs about flowers do you want to hear for today's 9:30 Coffee Break?

Musicheads Essential Album: Bob Dylan, 'Slow Train Coming'

Musicheads Essential Album: Bob Dylan, 'Slow Train Coming'

Jay Gabler • Apr 28, 2021

The first and finest studio statement of Bob Dylan's gospel years, 'Slow Train Coming' brings Muscle Shoals sheen to a set of songs that glow with power and purpose.

Musicheads Essential Album: Bob Dylan, 'Desire'

Musicheads Essential Album: Bob Dylan, 'Desire'

Jay Gabler • Apr 28, 2021

One of Bob Dylan's most atmospheric albums, 'Desire' features the swooping violin of Scarlet Rivera and the electrifying protest song 'Hurricane' as well as 'Sara,' one of the most nakedly autobiographical compositions in Dylan's entire catalog.

Coffee Break: Lizzo etc.

Coffee Break: Lizzo etc.

Jill Riley and Anna Weggel • Apr 27, 2021

HAPPY BIRTHDAY LIZZO! Let's listen to all things Lizzo for today's 9:30 Coffee Break -- focusing on her projects past and present + solo work. What would you like to hear?

Coffee Break: Aussie love

Coffee Break: Aussie love

Jill Riley and Anna Weggel • Apr 26, 2021

It's Hug an Australian day today -- one of those confounding calendar events that gives us an excuse to play some amazing music.

Album of the Week: Dinosaur Jr., 'Sweep It Into Space'

Album of the Week: Dinosaur Jr., 'Sweep It Into Space'

Jade • Apr 26, 2021

The latest record from Dinosaur Jr. is a deft example of the band at their best. J Mascis warbles his way thru lyrics that relate as much to dad rock as college rock and high school emo, Lou Barlow's clear declarations, softer melodies revving up to face-melting solos, and Murph holding down the beats.

H.E.R., Jon Batiste, Trent Reznor among Academy Award winners

H.E.R., Jon Batiste, Trent Reznor among Academy Award winners

Jay Gabler • Apr 25, 2021

In an intimate Oscar ceremony like none other due to the COVID-19 pandemic, Jon Batiste, Trent Reznor, and Atticus Ross won Best Original Score for their work on Pixar’s Soul. “God gave us 12 notes,” said Batiste in an acceptance speech. “It’s the same 12 notes Duke Ellington had, Bach had, Nina Simone…I’m just thankful to…

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