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January 12, 2023

Iggy Pop’s rocking return “Frenzy” makes its Chart Show debut at number 6, while new additions from Red Hot Chili Peppers, Kendrick Lamar, The Smile, and Lana Del Rey also pepper the chart as the New Year takes hold.

The Chart Show: a "Frenzy" of new song additions

The Chart Show: a "Frenzy" of new song additions

Jan 12, 2023

Iggy Pop’s rocking return “Frenzy” makes its Chart Show debut at number 6, while new additions from Red Hot Chili Peppers, Kendrick Lamar, The Smile, and Lana Del Rey also pepper the chart as the New Year takes hold.

Classic rock guitar virtuoso Jeff Beck dies at 78

Classic rock guitar virtuoso Jeff Beck dies at 78

Andrew Limbong • Jan 11, 2023

Guitarist Jeff Beck was among a wave of influential English guitar players in love with American blues. He died on Tuesday, January 10 after contracting bacterial meningitis.

Nine Minnesota destinations for winter hiking

Nine Minnesota destinations for winter hiking

Darby Ottoson • Jan 11, 2023

With snowshoes and lots of willpower, one can hike most trails in Minnesota year-round. Luckily for the rest of us, there are also many paved or packed down paths.

Coffee Break: Coachella 2023 Lineup

Coffee Break: Coachella 2023 Lineup

Jill Riley and Rachel Frances • Jan 11, 2023

For today’s 9:30 Coffee Break, what songs do you want to hear from the Coachella 2023 lineup?

Coffee Break: songs from final albums

Coffee Break: songs from final albums

Jill Riley and Luke Taylor • Jan 10, 2023

For today’s 9:30 Coffee Break, what songs from a band’s or artist’s final release do you want to hear?

10 Minnesota musicians to hear and share in January

10 Minnesota musicians to hear and share in January

Diane, Natalia Toledo and Youa Vang • Jan 10, 2023

The Scouting Report’s first edition of 2023 invites you to check out new music from Minnesota musicians, including Libianca, MAKR AN ERIS, Loser Magnet, and more.

Photos: Ski Party 2023 at Lutsen Mountains

Photos: Ski Party 2023 at Lutsen Mountains

Keely Zynda • Jan 9, 2023

Night Moves, Charlie Parr, Early Eyes, Mae Simpson, FénixDion, and Lanue performed at the ski hangout Papa Charlie’s in Lutsen, Minn., for GNDWIRE Records’ sixth annual Ski Party on Friday, Jan. 6, and Saturday, Jan. 7.

Coffee Break: Songs revived by movies

Coffee Break: Songs revived by movies

Jill Riley and Rachel Frances • Jan 9, 2023

For today’s 9:30 Coffee Break, what songs do you want to hear that re-entered the charts after being featured in a movie?

Album of the Week: Iggy Pop, "Every Loser"

Album of the Week: Iggy Pop, "Every Loser"

Jade • Jan 9, 2023

The Godfather of punk returns to his roots for his 19th album.

Jake Blount: Tiny Desk Concert

Bob Boilen • Jan 6, 2023

The young proponent of traditional music brought a talented band, his astonishing imagination and a selection of what he calls "Black folk music from the future" to the Tiny Desk.

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