The Minnesota Music Guide features content that illuminates key regions in greater Minnesota. This edition is a Record Store Guide focusing on Fargo-Moorhead and the nearby region.

Loretta Lynn was born; Percy Sledge died; Fats Domino released “Ain't That a Shame”; The Beatles made a good title choice; David Bowie broke through in the States; Motown renewed Stevie Wonder's contract; George Harrison got a star in Hollywood; and Public Enemy released one of the greatest hip-hop albums of all time, Today in Music History.

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

The Rock Hall's inductees will include eight acts who have all been eligible for at least a decade. In its "musical influence" category, the hall nods to Latin and African pop for the first time.

The Minneapolis songwriter and author has released his second True Green album, Hail Disaster. A release show is Saturday, April 18, at Cloudland Theater in Minneapolis.

The Minnesota Music Guide features content that illuminates key regions in greater Minnesota. This edition is a Record Store Guide focusing on Lake Superior’s Twin Ports and the nearby region.

New collectibles from locals like the Jayhawks and Bob Mould, as well as Weezer, Jeff Buckley, Adrianne Lenker, Taylor Swift, and Brandi Carlile.

Bobby Goldsboro tugged heartstrings all the way to No. 1; Elton John and Paul McCartney had the No. 1 single and album, respectively; Aerosmith got their own holiday in Massachusetts; and soul singer Al Green was born, today in music history.

For today’s 9:30 Coffee Break, what songs from artists playing Coachella this year would you like to hear?

Indigo Girl Amy Ray was born; Ringo Starr and Keith Moon took their turn on the big screen; David Bowie announced his second career retirement; The 5th Dimension started a run at No. 1; and Josephine Baker passed away, Today in Music History.