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Listen: The Cactus Blossoms perform songs from their debut album 'You're Dreaming'

The Cactus Blossoms
The Cactus Blossoms perform at Minnesota Public Radio in St. Paul, Minn. on Thursday, Jan. 21, 2016.
Stephanie Curtis | MPR News

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The Cactus Blossoms may already be a familiar sound to music fans around the Twin Cities, but the duo is hoping their debut album catches on with listeners near and far. The old school country-infused band has played many a night at St. Paul's Turf Club, and traveled the country opening for singer JD McPherson.

The Minneapolis-based brothers behind the band, Page Burkum and Jack Torrey, joined MPR News host Tom Weber to play a few songs from the new album, "You're Dreaming," and discuss their musical development.

The two cite country songs from before 1960 as a formative influence, as well as Minnesota's favorite musical son, Bob Dylan.

For the full discussion with Page Burkum and Jack Torrey, and more songs from their new album, use the audio play above.