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November 07, 2021

The artist, born Terence Wilson, sang about issues of racism and poverty in the music of the pioneering reggae band.

Astro, a founding member of the reggae group UB40, has died at age 64

Astro, a founding member of the reggae group UB40, has died at age 64

Hazel Cills • Nov 7, 2021

The artist, born Terence Wilson, sang about issues of racism and poverty in the music of the pioneering reggae band.

Celebrating Joni Mitchell and other favorite songwriters of the 20th century

Celebrating Joni Mitchell and other favorite songwriters of the 20th century

Sean McPherson • Nov 6, 2021

Sunday is Joni Mitchell’s birthday, so for this week’s Radio Free Current, let’s celebrate Joni and some of your other favorite songwriters who were active in the 20th century. Make your request, and be sure to listen Saturday from 7 to 11 p.m. CDT.

Crowd surge kills at least 8 at Houston music festival

Crowd surge kills at least 8 at Houston music festival

The Associated Press • Nov 6, 2021

Officials described a surge of the crowd at the Astroworld Festival Friday night while rapper Travis Scott was performing. An estimated 50,000 people were in attendance.

Coffee Break: Time

Coffee Break: Time

Anna Weggel and Jill Riley • Nov 5, 2021

For today’s 9:30 Coffee Break, what songs do you want to hear that mention time or clocks?

Snail Mail knows young love is a risk. On 'Valentine,' she dives in anyway

Snail Mail knows young love is a risk. On 'Valentine,' she dives in anyway

Abby Jones • Nov 5, 2021

Lindsey Jordan's debut, which earned her the title "the future of indie rock," documented the bliss of first loves. Her sophomore album finds her just as devoted to honesty, even when the truth hurts.

Bandwidth: Elvis Costello's belated First Avenue debut

Bandwidth: Elvis Costello's belated First Avenue debut

Reed Fischer • Nov 5, 2021

Plus: Lizzo’s Halloween costume, 25 hours of the Time, and FPA’s latest release.

Today in Music History: Happy Birthday, Art Garfunkel

Today in Music History: Happy Birthday, Art Garfunkel

Nov 5, 2021

'The Nat King Cole Show' was the first on U.S. TV hosted by an African American; Elvis played at the old Met Center in Bloomington, Minn.; the Beach Boys had a film-fueled hit with 'Kokomo'; Garbage kicked off a world tour at the 7th Street Entry in Minneapolis; and Ryan Adams was born 41 years ago Today in Music History.

Johnny Marr "wanted to evolve" on his new double album "Fever Dream Pts. 1-4"

Jill Riley • Nov 5, 2021

Johnny Marr talks to Jill Riley about his Crazy Face Factory outside of Manchester, how the new album title “Fever Dream Pts. 1-4” shaped his songwriting, and his latest work with Billie Eilish and Finneas on the new Bond film "No Time To Die".

Thanksgiving Week 2021: What's happening in Minneapolis and St. Paul

Thanksgiving Week 2021: What's happening in Minneapolis and St. Paul

Jay Gabler • Nov 4, 2021

From live music to community events, Twin Cities residents will have plenty of opportunities this year to give thanks together…or just to party down.

Join us for a Radiohead 'KID A MNESIA' radio special

Join us for a Radiohead 'KID A MNESIA' radio special

Nov 4, 2021

Ahead of Friday’s 21st anniversary or Radiohead’s ‘Kid A’ and the release of ‘KID A MNESIA,’ join us for a special on Thursday, Nov. 4, at 9:30 p.m. CDT. Hear previously unreleased tracks and more.

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