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August 29, 2023

DeYarmond Edison's Epoch revels in the early alchemic triumphs of Bon Iver and Megafaun members. But the box set also reminds us that no moment of creative inspiration takes place spontaneously.

Bon Iver wasn't born in a vacuum — it took an 'Epoch' to form

Bon Iver wasn't born in a vacuum — it took an 'Epoch' to form

Stephen Thompson • Aug 29, 2023

DeYarmond Edison's Epoch revels in the early alchemic triumphs of Bon Iver and Megafaun members. But the box set also reminds us that no moment of creative inspiration takes place spontaneously.

Coffee Break: Brandi day!

Coffee Break: Brandi day!

Jill Riley • Aug 29, 2023

For today’s 9:30 Coffee Break, which songs by Brandi Carlile or songs featuring her as a collaborator do you want to hear?

The Chicks make triumphant return to Minnesota State Fair

The Chicks make triumphant return to Minnesota State Fair

Sofia Haan • Aug 28, 2023

The power trio had the Grandstand rocking to anthems of empowerment on Friday evening.

Arctic Monkeys energize a jam-packed Armory

Arctic Monkeys energize a jam-packed Armory

Erik Thompson and Darin Kamnetz • Aug 28, 2023

The U.K. rockers’ long-awaited return to Minneapolis included openers Fontaines D.C.

Coffee Break: 60th anniversary of the March on Washington

Coffee Break: 60th anniversary of the March on Washington

Jill Riley • Aug 28, 2023

For today’s 9:30 Coffee Break, which songs about civil rights, freedom, and progress do you want to hear?

Album of the Week: Genesis Owusu, "Struggler"

Album of the Week: Genesis Owusu, "Struggler"

Jade • Aug 28, 2023

Charismatic, eclectic, and hyper energetic. Genesis Owusu is someone who loves to rally against expectations and garner appreciation for the underdog.

The Killers "10 Questions" interview (and new single!)

The Killers "10 Questions" interview (and new single!)

Ayisha Jaffer • Aug 26, 2023

Frontman Brandon Flowers and drummer Ronnie Vannucci Jr. of The Killers join Ayisha Jaffer for a fun Q&A format in the run-up to the release of the band’s new single, “Your Side of Town.”

Photos: The Black Keys rock the State Fair Grandstand

Photos: The Black Keys rock the State Fair Grandstand

Darin Kamnetz • Aug 25, 2023

The Ohio rockers kicked off the 2023 State Fair live music at the Grandstand on Thursday. The Velveteers opened up.

Coffee Break: Music at the Minnesota State Fair

Coffee Break: Music at the Minnesota State Fair

Jill Riley • Aug 25, 2023

For today’s 9:30 Coffee Break, which songs from past and upcoming acts at the Minnesota State Fair do you want to hear?

The rise of Oliver Anthony and 'Rich Men North of Richmond'

The rise of Oliver Anthony and 'Rich Men North of Richmond'

Odette Yousef and Anastasia Tsioulcas • Aug 24, 2023

Audiences may have only just learned about a fast-rising country singer during the Republican debate Wednesday night. But "Rich Men North of Richmond" also has ties to extremist narratives.

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