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January 26, 2023

Amanda Shires’ “Take It Like A Man” has charted for the past six weeks and goes to No. 1 this week. There’s also a flood of new songs from artists like the Hold Steady, Death Cab for Cutie, Soccer Mommy, Phoenix and others.

The Chart Show: Amanda Shires takes it to No. 1

The Chart Show: Amanda Shires takes it to No. 1

Jan 26, 2023

Amanda Shires’ “Take It Like A Man” has charted for the past six weeks and goes to No. 1 this week. There’s also a flood of new songs from artists like the Hold Steady, Death Cab for Cutie, Soccer Mommy, Phoenix and others.

For the Beatles-obsessed, here are 3 never-before-seen photos from 1964

For the Beatles-obsessed, here are 3 never-before-seen photos from 1964

Stephen Thompson • Jan 25, 2023

When the Beatles embarked on the tour that helped launch the British Invasion in 1964, Paul McCartney had a 35mm camera on hand to help document the history-making mayhem.

Coffee Break: Surf's up!

Coffee Break: Surf's up!

Jill Riley and Rachel Frances • Jan 25, 2023

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

Panic! at the Disco are ending after nearly two decades

Panic! at the Disco are ending after nearly two decades

Kaitlyn Radde • Jan 24, 2023

Brendon Urie, the band's frontman and last remaining original member, made the announcement on Instagram. He said with he and his wife expecting their first child, he wants to focus on his family.

Coffee Break: Compliments

Coffee Break: Compliments

Jill Riley and Rachel Frances • Jan 24, 2023

For today’s 9:30 Coffee Break, what songs do you want to hear that include a compliment?

Celebrate winter and explore climate solutions with the return of the Great Northern Festival

Celebrate winter and explore climate solutions with the return of the Great Northern Festival

Natalia Mendez • Jan 23, 2023

The Great Northern Festival offers an array of winter fun throughout the Twin Cities, served with a healthy side of climate-related events for learning and participation.

Review: Best New Bands of 2022 at First Avenue

Review: Best New Bands of 2022 at First Avenue

Darby Ottoson • Jan 23, 2023

Raffaella, Obi Original, Mike Kota, killusonline, Harlow, Creeping Charlie, and Brotherhood of Birds played First Avenue’s mainroom on January 20, 2023 at the annual showcase of local talent.

Interview: Rep. Maria Isa brings hip-hop to the House

Interview: Rep. Maria Isa brings hip-hop to the House

Diane • Jan 23, 2023

The same day the newly elected Rep. María Isa Pérez-Vega was sworn into office, she also released a hip-hop EP, Capitolio, inspired by her campaign run, motherhood, community, and day-to-day living. Local Show host Diane spoke in-depth with Isa about her relationship with hip-hop and community, and what motivated her to run for office.

Coffee Break: The music of David Crosby

Coffee Break: The music of David Crosby

Jill Riley and Rachel Frances • Jan 23, 2023

For today’s 9:30 Coffee Break, what songs do you want to hear that highlight David Crosby’s musical contributions?

Album of the Week: The Arcs, “Electrophonic Chronic"

Album of the Week: The Arcs, “Electrophonic Chronic"

Jade • Jan 23, 2023

We’ll take “a heavenly neo-psychedelic roots odyssey,” as The Arcs describe the new album. The group continues their love affair with vintage soul, garage rock, and ‘60s psych-pop.

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