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November 08, 2022

The St. Paul venue gave way to an intimate performance for the rising star. 

Bartees Strange shines wholeheartedly at sold-out Turf Club

Bartees Strange shines wholeheartedly at sold-out Turf Club

Macie Rasmussen and Sara Fish • Nov 8, 2022

The St. Paul venue gave way to an intimate performance for the rising star. 

Amanda Shires soars at sold-out Amsterdam Bar show

Amanda Shires soars at sold-out Amsterdam Bar show

Joel Swenson and Andy Witchger • Nov 8, 2022

Shires brought along country crooner Honey Harper for her Take It Like a Man Tour stop in St. Paul.

Coffee Break: Election Day

Coffee Break: Election Day

Jill Riley and Rachel Frances • Nov 8, 2022

For today’s 9:30 Coffee Break, what songs do you want to include in an Election Day playlist?

'Finding Her Beat' spotlights women elevating ancient drumming art form

'Finding Her Beat' spotlights women elevating ancient drumming art form

Lianna Matt McLernon • Nov 7, 2022

Unseen Sound's centerpiece documentary has both local and international ties, as it spotlights trailblazing women who overcome stereotypes and prejudice to become master taiko drummers.

Low's Mimi Parker had a voice that let the light in

Low's Mimi Parker had a voice that let the light in

Stephen Thompson • Nov 7, 2022

Parker's crystalline vocals and spare percussion gave Low's sound a grounding force and a leavening agent all at once. She died Saturday, but her voice is eternal.

Album of the Week: Tegan and Sara, "Crybaby"

Album of the Week: Tegan and Sara, "Crybaby"

Jade • Nov 7, 2022

Crybaby, the recently released album from the Canadian twins, is a rush of energy from a band that continues their nimble growth as musicians, and shows they have plenty more to say.

Marcus Mumford performs in The Current studio

Jill Riley • Nov 7, 2022

Marcus Mumford released his first solo album, (self-titled), on September 16, although Mumford himself is uncertain about dubbing it a solo record. “I mean, it's the most collaborative piece of music I've ever worked on,” he says, “so calling it a solo record feels weird.”

Magdalena Bay host a playful party for Fine Line debut

Magdalena Bay host a playful party for Fine Line debut

Macie Rasmussen and Sara Fish • Nov 7, 2022

The rising synth-pop stars brought catchy melodies and a special AI guest to Friday’s show in Minneapolis.

Smashing Pumpkins' Spirits on Fire tour burns bright with nostalgia

Smashing Pumpkins' Spirits on Fire tour burns bright with nostalgia

Natalia Mendez and Tony Nelson • Nov 7, 2022

Supported by Jane’s Addiction and Poppy, the alt-rock legends delivered a gem at Xcel Energy Center in St. Paul on Friday.

Coffee Break: Remembering Mimi Parker

Coffee Break: Remembering Mimi Parker

Jill Riley and Rachel Frances • Nov 7, 2022

For today’s 9:30 Coffee Break, what Low songs do you want us to include in a tribute to Mimi Parker?

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