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September 05, 2022

Spencer Elden accuses the band of profiting from "the lascivious nature of his image" in the photo taken when he was a baby. Now 31, he is appealing the judge's dismissal.

A lawsuit over Nirvana's 'Nevermind' naked baby album cover is dismissed (again)

A lawsuit over Nirvana's 'Nevermind' naked baby album cover is dismissed (again)

Bill Chappell • Sep 5, 2022

Spencer Elden accuses the band of profiting from "the lascivious nature of his image" in the photo taken when he was a baby. Now 31, he is appealing the judge's dismissal.

Album of the Week: Sylvan Esso, 'No Rules Sandy'

Album of the Week: Sylvan Esso, 'No Rules Sandy'

Jade • Sep 5, 2022

The North Carolina duo’s latest plays with jagged edges of sound and weaves fragments together until they explode or crumble back to nothingness.

Foo Fighters perform an emotional tribute concert for drummer Taylor Hawkins

Foo Fighters perform an emotional tribute concert for drummer Taylor Hawkins

Juliana Kim • Sep 4, 2022

The rock group played the first of two tribute concerts for their late drummer Taylor Hawkins, who died in March at the age of 50.

How to watch the Taylor Hawkins Tribute Concert

How to watch the Taylor Hawkins Tribute Concert

Luke Taylor • Sep 2, 2022

The live concert on Saturday, Sept. 3, will be available for viewing via livestream as well as through subscription options and a broadcast special.

Low Cut Connie win hearts and make memories at the Minnesota State Fair's Leinie Lodge

Low Cut Connie win hearts and make memories at the Minnesota State Fair's Leinie Lodge

Luke Taylor • Sep 2, 2022

Playing the second of a two-night engagement at the Minnesota State Fair’s largest free stage, Philadelphia’s Low Cut Connie captivated longtime fans and made new friends over a tirelessly energetic set of rock and roll.

Coffee Break: Rocket Fuel

Coffee Break: Rocket Fuel

Jill Riley and Rachel Frances • Sep 2, 2022

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

89 Days of Fall: Things to do in Minneapolis, St. Paul, and beyond

89 Days of Fall: Things to do in Minneapolis, St. Paul, and beyond

Natalia Toledo • Sep 1, 2022

For the months of September, October, and November, there’s so much prime activity happening around the Twin Cities and greater Minnesota.

New music from Arctic Monkeys, Ezra Furman, the Backseat Lovers, Vieux Farka Touré and more

New music from Arctic Monkeys, Ezra Furman, the Backseat Lovers, Vieux Farka Touré and more

Jade • Sep 1, 2022

Arctic Monkeys are back with their first new music since 2018, while Ezra Furman releases the title track from her forthcoming album. Hear collaborations between Vieux Farka Touré and Khruangbin, and between Dawn Richard and Spencer Zahn. Discover the sounds of Utah indie-rockers the Backseat Lovers and of Minnesota artist Aida Shahghasemi.

Coffee Break: Water Is Life Lineup

Coffee Break: Water Is Life Lineup

Jill Riley and Rachel Frances • Sep 1, 2022

For today’s 9:30 Coffee Break, what songs from the Water Is Life lineup do you want to hear?

The Chart Show: Hot Chip, Whitney, and Mountain Goats debut

The Chart Show: Hot Chip, Whitney, and Mountain Goats debut

Sep 1, 2022

Music from the Mountain Goats’ latest record ‘Bleed Out,’ and Whitney’s upcoming release ‘SPARK’ debuted on the chart this week—joined by English synthpop act Hot Chip.

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