Crosby was a prominent figure of the free-spirited 1970s Laurel Canyon scene who helped bring folk-rock mainstream with both The Byrds and Crosby, Stills & Nash.

David Crosby, an icon of American rock, has died. A co-founder of The Byrds and Crosby, Stills, Nash and Young influenced a generation of rockers and singer songwriters. He was 81.

From their Minneapolis practice space, band members talk about their first (barely) pre-pandemic show, their punk and indie roots, and what’s influencing their upcoming album.

This week, we bring you new music from The National, Arlo Parks, and a trio of new songs from super trio boygenius. Also, discover the solo work of Nanna (from Of Monsters and Men), the latest from Canadian artist Debby Friday, and a project championed by Sophia Eris.

For today’s 9:30 Coffee Break, what classic country/pop crossover songs do you want to hear?

One of three new boygenius tracks, this Phoebe Bridgers-led song captures the feeling of being both carried forward and entrapped by love.

A big jump on the charts this week for Mitski and her song ‘Should’ve Been Me’ as the song moves from the 10th spot all the way to number 1.

Julien Baker, Phoebe Bridgers and Lucy Dacus return with a song about a loyal love, one where someone else knows you better than you know yourself.

Now enjoying its second year of hosting the World Snow Sculpting Championship, the city of Stillwater, Minn., prepares to welcome teams of artists from eight countries for four days of impressive creation.

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