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November 16, 2023

The return of Black Pumas strikes a chord with listeners. Meanwhile, Jason Isbell & the 400 Unit enter the Chart Show Hall of Fame with “When We Were Close.”

The Chart Show: Black Pumas climb to No. 1 with “More Than a Love Song”

The Chart Show: Black Pumas climb to No. 1 with “More Than a Love Song”

Nov 16, 2023

The return of Black Pumas strikes a chord with listeners. Meanwhile, Jason Isbell & the 400 Unit enter the Chart Show Hall of Fame with “When We Were Close.”

Minneapolis artist Tufawon on his new album, 'Waiting for You'

Minneapolis artist Tufawon on his new album, 'Waiting for You'

Catharine Richert and Ellen Finn • Nov 16, 2023

Tufawon talked with MPR News guest host Catharine Richert about the inspiration behind his music, from long-distance relationships to protest songs.

Interview: KC Rae’s new solo record showcases her journey into creative autonomy

Interview: KC Rae’s new solo record showcases her journey into creative autonomy

Diane • Nov 14, 2023

For the first time ever, the acclaimed multi-faceted musician and songwriter who formerly fronted Now, Now took full control.

Peter Jesperson's colorful new memoir shares music business thrills and spills

Peter Jesperson's colorful new memoir shares music business thrills and spills

Michaelangelo Matos • Nov 14, 2023

‘Euphoric Recall: A Half Century as a Music Fan, Producer, DJ, Record Executive, and Tastemaker’ is out now, published by Minnesota Historical Society Press.

Coffee Break: Grammy nominations 2024 pt. 2

Coffee Break: Grammy nominations 2024 pt. 2

Jill Riley • Nov 14, 2023

For today’s 9:30 Coffee Break, which Grammy-nominated artists do you want to hear?

Interview: André 3000 reveals why his new solo album has no bars — and no boundaries

Interview: André 3000 reveals why his new solo album has no bars — and no boundaries

Rodney Carmichael • Nov 14, 2023

Ahead of a daring return to music, the outrageous half of OutKast talks New Blue Sun, his wild ayahuasca trip and why he gets so many requests to play flute at funerals.

Stevie Nicks and Billy Joel deliver crowd-pleasing sets at U.S. Bank Stadium

Stevie Nicks and Billy Joel deliver crowd-pleasing sets at U.S. Bank Stadium

Joel Swenson • Nov 13, 2023

The Two Icons, One Night tour stopped in Minneapolis on Friday night to wow a packed crowd.

Coffee Break: Grammy nominations 2024

Coffee Break: Grammy nominations 2024

Jill Riley • Nov 13, 2023

For today’s 9:30 Coffee Break, which Grammy-nominated artists do you want to hear?

Wilco's Jeff Tweedy on religion, music — and the Dolly Parton song he dislikes

Wilco's Jeff Tweedy on religion, music — and the Dolly Parton song he dislikes

Rachel Martin • Nov 13, 2023

Jeff Tweedy's new book is his tribute to the songs and songwriters that inspired him to start making music in the first place — and then to keep doing it for a long time.

Album of the Week: The Kills, 'God Games'

Album of the Week: The Kills, 'God Games'

Jill Riley • Nov 13, 2023

This week’s Album of The Week is The Kills’ God Games.   

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