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May 07, 2021

In the run-up to Bob Dylan's 80th birthday, Radio Heartland listeners were asked their favorite Dylan songs. We've compiled your requests into a playlist.

Bob Dylan: your favorite songs

Bob Dylan: your favorite songs

May 7, 2021

In the run-up to Bob Dylan's 80th birthday, Radio Heartland listeners were asked their favorite Dylan songs. We've compiled your requests into a playlist.

Behind the Scenes: Dizzy Fae’s personality shines on ‘Body Move’

Behind the Scenes: Dizzy Fae’s personality shines on ‘Body Move’

Maddie Schwappach • May 7, 2021

It’s been evident from the time Dizzy Fae started releasing music in 2016 that she, alongside writing catchy tracks and delivering captivating vocals, has the kind of personality that draws people in. From her always entertaining TikToks, her infectious live presence, and a steady stream of fresh new music, the singer has garnered attention in…

Listen to new tracks from Modest Mouse, Dawn Richard, Wallflowers, LUMP, Lawrence Rothman and runo plum

Listen to new tracks from Modest Mouse, Dawn Richard, Wallflowers, LUMP, Lawrence Rothman and runo plum

Jade • May 6, 2021

This week's batch of new music sees the return of Modest Mouse and of Wallflowers. We also get a new one from rising star Dawn Richard, and the latest from Minnesota musician runo plum. Plus, reconnect with Laura Marling's side project, and discover a songwriter releasing music under their own name.

Rock and Roll Book Club: Hanif Abdurraqib's 'A Little Devil in America: Notes in Praise of Black Performance'

Rock and Roll Book Club: Hanif Abdurraqib's 'A Little Devil in America: Notes in Praise of Black Performance'

Jay Gabler • May 6, 2021

'A Little Devil in America' continues the brilliant trajectory of Hanif Abdurraqib, one of today's essential voices in music writing.

The Chart Show: "Last Day on Earth," First Week on the Chart

The Chart Show: "Last Day on Earth," First Week on the Chart

May 6, 2021

Buzzy UK artist Beabadoobee has a new album on the way and appears on The Chart Show for the first week at #18.

Ed Ward, rock critic and historian, dead at 72

Ed Ward, rock critic and historian, dead at 72

Rose Friedman and Andrew Limbong • May 5, 2021

Ward spent time writing and editing reviews for a young Rolling Stone -- and later became both a broadcast critic and historian, publishing two volumes on the beginnings of rock and roll.

Coffee Break: Cinco de Mayo

Coffee Break: Cinco de Mayo

Jill Riley and Anna Weggel • May 5, 2021

Today is Cinco de Mayo, a day that commemorates the defeat of French forces in the city of Puebla in Mexico in 1862. For today's 9:30 Coffee Break, what songs do you want to hear by artists or bands with Mexican-American roots? Send us your requests.

OK Go Sandbox: Damian Kulash on how the band inspired students...with some Minnesota help

OK Go Sandbox: Damian Kulash on how the band inspired students...with some Minnesota help

Jill Riley • May 5, 2021

The OK Go Sandbox is a collaboration between the band and the Playful Learning Lab at the University of St. Thomas.

Need aid for your shuttered venue? End of May is the earliest you might get it

Need aid for your shuttered venue? End of May is the earliest you might get it

Andrew Limbong • May 5, 2021

Qualified applicants can expect to see emergency relief money by the end of the month.

Coffee Break: For the teachers

Coffee Break: For the teachers

Jill Riley and Anna Weggel • May 4, 2021

Happy Teachers' Day, during Teacher Appreciation Week. For today's 9:30 Coffee Break, what songs do you want to hear for the teachers?

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