Minneapolis rockers Heart to Gold are on track to have one of their biggest years yet. A decade ago, they began as a DIY rock band inspired by skateboarding culture and the Midwest punk and emo scenes. Their ethos hasn’t changed, and neither has their high-energy spirit.

Singer, songwriter, and producer Brandi Carlile spoke to host Jill Riley about performing at the upcoming Super Bowl, being a human, and her strong connection to Minnesota.

Control was released 40 years ago, on February 4, 1986. It was recorded at Jimmy Jam and Terry Lewis’ studios the previous year.

"You've Lost That Lovin' Feeling" by The Righteous Brothers was No. 1 in the U.S. and the U.K.; The Rolling Stones released "19th Nervous Breakdown"; The Beatles recorded "Across the Universe" at Abbey Road Studios in London; and Karen Carpenter passed away, Today in Music History.

For today’s 9:30 Coffee Break, what songs related to, or that could be ingredients of, soup would you like to hear?

New music by GR3G, the Busy Signals, Teague Alexy, Willows, and more.

The Beatles started work on their new single "Lady Madonna", Elton John started a three-week run at No. 1 on the U.S. singles chart with "Crocodile Rock", Pearl Jam began their first-ever European tour and Buddy Holly, JP Richardson (aka The Big Bopper) and Ritchie Valens, along with pilot Roger Peterson, died in a plane crash shortly after takeoff from Clear Lake, Iowa, Today in Music History.

For today’s 9:30 Coffee Break, what songs related to the color pink would you like to hear?

The Minneapolis hip-hop act led a packed bill in Minneapolis on Sunday, Feb. 1. The night also featured performances by Sage Francis, R.A. The Rugged Man, Kool Keith, and Mr. Dibbs.

The Duluth band staged a surprise gig on Saturday in St. Paul to raise funds for the Immigrant Rapid Response Fund.