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January 20, 2022

“The Only Heartbreaker” from Mitski’s upcoming record Laurel Hell makes an entrance on the chart this week, and Bad Bad Hats land another track from their 2021 album, Walkman, into the Hall of Fame.

The Chart Show: A "Heartbreaker" enters Top 20 ahead of V-Day

The Chart Show: A "Heartbreaker" enters Top 20 ahead of V-Day

Jan 20, 2022

“The Only Heartbreaker” from Mitski’s upcoming record Laurel Hell makes an entrance on the chart this week, and Bad Bad Hats land another track from their 2021 album, Walkman, into the Hall of Fame.

What I took away on a second viewing of the Beatles 'Get Back'

Mary Lucia • Jan 19, 2022

This week, Mary Lucia revisits the Beatles' ‘Get Back’ documentary. “If you've watched it more than once, there's so much to unpack,” Mary says, “and I did get different things out of this one.”

10 Minnesota artists to keep your ears on this January

10 Minnesota artists to keep your ears on this January

Diane, Cecilia Johnson and Jay Gabler • Jan 19, 2022

Welcome to The Scouting Report, a monthly list of 10 Minnesota artists with exciting new projects, as curated by our local music team.

Five-letter song titles for the Wordle fans

Five-letter song titles for the Wordle fans

Anna Weggel and Jill Riley • Jan 19, 2022

If you’re on social media, or you are somewhat aware of…the internet…you have probably noticed the new game that has taken over people’s minds and hearts. It’s called “Wordle” and it’s a daily game that gives players six chances to guess a randomly selected five-letter word. So for today’s 9:30 Coffee Break, what songs do you want to hear that have five-letter titles?

Coffee Break: I want to hold your hand

Coffee Break: I want to hold your hand

Anna Weggel and Jill Riley • Jan 18, 2022

So for today’s 9:30 Coffee Break, what “hand” songs do you want to hear?

MLK Remembered

MLK Remembered

Derrick Stevens • Jan 18, 2022

Hosted by Derrick Stevens, this program features inspirational music that embodies the spirit of Dr. King’s calls for change, plus conversations with community leaders discussing the civil rights leader’s ongoing impact.

On 'CAPRISONGS,' FKA twigs vibrates at her highest frequency

On 'CAPRISONGS,' FKA twigs vibrates at her highest frequency

LaTesha Harris • Jan 17, 2022

The artist's community-oriented mixtape is a milestone of personal and professional transformation.

Album of the Week: Elvis Costello and the Imposters, 'The Boy Named If'

Album of the Week: Elvis Costello and the Imposters, 'The Boy Named If'

Jill Riley and Elvis Costello • Jan 17, 2022

Elvis Costello joined Jill Riley in conversation in late 2021 to discuss his new record.

Ten theater events to see (in person or virtually) this winter

Ten theater events to see (in person or virtually) this winter

Jay Gabler • Jan 16, 2022

The omicron surge has paused many theaters’ plans for winter stage shows, but some are still scheduled - and there are virtual options as well.

Meet DNM, a low-key supergroup

Meet DNM, a low-key supergroup

Jay Gabler • Jan 14, 2022

DNM stands for DeCarlo Jackson, Naél, and Moise. With the addition of Joey Hays, the new group have unofficially become DJNM.

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