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May 22, 2022

TikTok has flipped the script on the music industry, and everyone from artists to analysts and even marketing bosses at the top labels are trying to catch up.

TikTok has changed music — and the industry is hustling to catch up

TikTok has changed music — and the industry is hustling to catch up

Mia Venkat • May 22, 2022

TikTok has flipped the script on the music industry, and everyone from artists to analysts and even marketing bosses at the top labels are trying to catch up.

On their new album, Porridge Radio search for truth in life's contradictions

On their new album, Porridge Radio search for truth in life's contradictions

Colin Lodewick • May 21, 2022

Waterslide, Diving Board, Ladder To The Sky is filled with ruthless self-interrogation and existential fear; rather than suggesting easy solutions, these songs offer space to try to figure it all out.

'Dylan Tapes' book revisits interviews from Bob Dylan's first biography

'Dylan Tapes' book revisits interviews from Bob Dylan's first biography

Michaelangelo Matos • May 20, 2022

University of Minnesota Press has just published The Dylan Tapes: Friends, Players, & Lovers Talkin’ Early Bob Dylan, a collection of interview transcripts.

Playlist: Meet Ayisha, our newest host!

Playlist: Meet Ayisha, our newest host!

May 20, 2022

Ayisha Jaffer is the new evening host on The Current, and we're so glad to have her. Enjoy this sampler of Ayisha’s favorite tracks!

The Come-Up: Fresh Minnesota hip-hop tunes for spring cleaning

The Come-Up: Fresh Minnesota hip-hop tunes for spring cleaning

Jeffrey Bissoy-Mattis • May 20, 2022

New music from Craishon, Ricki Monique, Nado NSE, and plenty more.

Honoring George Floyd: Events in Minneapolis

Honoring George Floyd: Events in Minneapolis

Darby Ottoson • May 20, 2022

Two years after Floyd’s tragic death, these events provide spaces for people to gather, mourn, and continue advocating for systemic change.

Listen to Diana Ross (feat. Tame Impala), 'Turn Up the Sunshine'

Listen to Diana Ross (feat. Tame Impala), 'Turn Up the Sunshine'

Ashley Pointer • May 20, 2022

The legendary disco diva teams up with Tame Impala for a new Minions movie soundtrack cut.

Coffee Break: Art-A-Whirl

Coffee Break: Art-A-Whirl

Jill Riley and Luke Taylor • May 20, 2022

For today’s 9:30 Coffee Break, what songs do you want to hear by artists playing during Art-A-Whirl weekend?

Where is 'Harry's House' anyway? Harry Styles explains

Where is 'Harry's House' anyway? Harry Styles explains

Leila Fadel, Phil Harrell and Milton Guevara • May 20, 2022

The pop star has spent a life on the go, so the pandemic offered him a rare chance for reflection, to separate the person from the pop star. Also, of course, to record a new album.

Interview: PaviElle pays it forward to today's youth

Interview: PaviElle pays it forward to today's youth

Diane • May 19, 2022

Veteran St. Paul soul singer PaviElle has been uplifting the community with her voice ever since she was a child. And now she is using her platform to give back to today’s youth. This Sunday, she will take the stage at Fitzgerald Theater alongside Walker West Music Academy’s string ensemble and her own 6-piece band.   Once a student at Walker West, PaviElle understands the impact of giving valuable experiences to children whose talents are often underrepresented in the community. Because of her experiences growing up around powerful community leaders, today PaviElle has gone on to earn several prestigious accolades and honors, including performing alongside national orchestras and winning both the Jerome and McKnight Fellowships.   PaviElle’s interview with Local Show host Diane uncovers her excitement, joy and passion for engaging with the community in bigger ways than ever before.  

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