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January 06, 2022

The music video takes us on an impressionist visit to a lake in northern Minnesota.

Watch the new video for Charlie Parr's 'Blues For Whitefish Lake, 1975'

Luke Taylor • Jan 6, 2022

The music video takes us on an impressionist visit to a lake in northern Minnesota.

Hear new songs from Father John Misty, The Smile, DNM, Let's Eat Grandma, David Byrne and Yo La Tengo, and Widowspeak

Hear new songs from Father John Misty, The Smile, DNM, Let's Eat Grandma, David Byrne and Yo La Tengo, and Widowspeak

Jade • Jan 6, 2022

Father John Misty returns with his first new music since 2018’s ‘God’s Favorite Customer.’ Also, hear a Yoko Ono-inspired collaboration between David Byrne and Yo La Tengo, plus new tracks from Let’s Eat Grandma, DNM and more.

Honoring the women who made hip-hop

Honoring the women who made hip-hop

Anna Weggel and Jill Riley • Jan 6, 2022

For today’s 9:30 Coffee Break, what songs do you want to hear from the women who made hip-hop?

Book Review: Clover Hope's 'The Motherlode: 100+ Women Who Made Hip-Hop'

Book Review: Clover Hope's 'The Motherlode: 100+ Women Who Made Hip-Hop'

Jay Gabler • Jan 6, 2022

Clover Hope’s new book reads like an encyclopedia of extraordinary artists.

The Chart Show: Khruangbin and Bridges' "B-Side" makes the cut

The Chart Show: Khruangbin and Bridges' "B-Side" makes the cut

Jan 5, 2022

2022 starts with two acts entering the Chart Show Hall of Fame: Glass Animals who re-entered the chart last week, and Tori Amos. Some fresh faces also joined the first chart of the year with debuts from Khruangbin and Leon Bridges, Superchunk, Foo Fighters, and H.E.R.

Grammys postponed to April 3, moved to Las Vegas

Grammys postponed to April 3, moved to Las Vegas

Jay Gabler • Jan 5, 2022

The Recording Academy has announced that the 64th Grammys, originally scheduled for Jan. 31, have been postponed to April 3 and relocated to Las Vegas.

'Super Bob Einstein' celebrates the late actor's life and comedic style

Mary Lucia • Jan 5, 2022

The film, which debuted on HBO on December 28, explores the many evolving layers of Einstein’s comedy from the people that knew him best. “He was so funny by not trying to be funny,” Mary says.

Furniture songs in honor of 'Chaise Longue'

Furniture songs in honor of 'Chaise Longue'

Anna Weggel and Jill Riley • Jan 5, 2022

For today’s 9:30 Coffee Break, what songs do you want to hear that mention some type of furniture?

A lawsuit over Nirvana's 'Nevermind' baby album cover has been dismissed

A lawsuit over Nirvana's 'Nevermind' baby album cover has been dismissed

Deepa Shivaram • Jan 4, 2022

Judge Fernando M. Olguin dismissed the lawsuit on Monday after Spencer Elden, who appeared naked on the album's cover when he was a baby, failed to meet a court deadline.

Lanue can't wait to meet the rest of First Avenue's Best New Bands

Lanue can't wait to meet the rest of First Avenue's Best New Bands

Diane • Jan 4, 2022

Lanue tells Diane about her musical journey, forthcoming album, and love of vintage clothing.

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