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July 25, 2024

Frank Turner’s "Girl From The Record Shop," Hermanos Gutierrez’s "Low Sun," and Pokey LaFarge’s "Sister Andre," each enter the Chart Show Hall of Fame while Kacey Musgraves holds the No. 1 spot with “Cardinal.”

The Chart Show: Frank Turner leads trio of Chart Show Hall of Fame inductees

The Chart Show: Frank Turner leads trio of Chart Show Hall of Fame inductees

Jul 25, 2024

Frank Turner’s "Girl From The Record Shop," Hermanos Gutierrez’s "Low Sun," and Pokey LaFarge’s "Sister Andre," each enter the Chart Show Hall of Fame while Kacey Musgraves holds the No. 1 spot with “Cardinal.”

What is it about Chappell Roan?

What is it about Chappell Roan?

Hazel Cills • Jul 25, 2024

From TikTok feeds to television, breakout performances at Coachella and Governor’s Ball, the rising pop star has felt inescapable — and for good reason.

Coffee Break: Songs about radio

Coffee Break: Songs about radio

Jill Riley and Nilufer Arsala • Jul 25, 2024

For today’s 9:30 Coffee Break, what songs about radio would you like to hear?

Classic Americana: Steve Goodman

Classic Americana: Steve Goodman

Mike Pengra and Luke Taylor • Jul 25, 2024

This week, we spotlight the late Chicago singer-songwriter Steve Goodman, whose music echoes from Wrigley Field to this day.

Ani DiFranco wants you to know she's more than a '90s feminist cult icon

Ani DiFranco wants you to know she's more than a '90s feminist cult icon

Jul 25, 2024

Musician Ani DiFranco has never stopped growing as an artist. In the last year alone, she starred in the Broadway production of Hadestown, was featured in a documentary about her life and career, and released her 23rd album. She and Rachel talk about reinventing yourself in middle age, finding power in scaring people, and the magic of a late-night hamburger. To listen sponsor-free, access bonus episodes and support the show, sign up for Wild Card+ at plus.npr.org/wildcard

Coffee Break: Aquatennial

Coffee Break: Aquatennial

Jill Riley and Nilufer Arsala • Jul 24, 2024

For today’s 9:30 Coffee Break, what songs that mention Minneapolis would you like to hear?

Feist: Tiny Desk Concert

Stephen Thompson • Jul 24, 2024

The singer-songwriter showcases new and old material in her long-awaited Tiny Desk debut.

John Mayall, tireless and influential British blues pioneer, has died at 90

John Mayall, tireless and influential British blues pioneer, has died at 90

The Associated Press • Jul 24, 2024

Mayall is credited with helping develop the English take on urban, Chicago-style rhythm and blues that played an important role in the blues revival of the late 1960s.

Photos: Faces of Lutsong Music Festival 2024

Photos: Faces of Lutsong Music Festival 2024

Aaron Reichow • Jul 23, 2024

The 2024 Lutsong Music Festival took place July 18-21 in Lutsen, Minnesota. The third annual running of the fest at Caribou Highlands and North Shore Winery.

Coffee Break: Retro cool

Coffee Break: Retro cool

Jill Riley and Nilufer Arsala • Jul 23, 2024

For today’s 9:30 Coffee Break, what songs with a retro-cool or throwback sound would you like to hear?

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