Music

Shane MacGowan, frontman of The Pogues, dies at age 65
The singer-songwriter and frontman of The Pogues, best known for the Christmas ballad “Fairytale of New York,” had been hospitalized in Dublin for several months after being diagnosed with viral encephalitis in late 2022. He died Thursday.
Minneapolis-based record club invites patrons to sample sound, visual arts
Dada Duende is a unique subscription box service from Minneapolis, combining handmade lathe-cut records with themed visual art and literature, aiming to create a multidisciplinary artistic experience rather than focusing solely on music.
Taylor Swift postpones Brazil show due to heat, day after fan dies during concert
Taylor Swift postponed an Eras Tour concert in Rio de Janeiro Saturday after a 23-year-old fan died during her Friday night show, according to a message posted on the singer's Instagram.
Vote for YourClassical Christmas favorites
The voting is now open for YourClassical’s Christmas Favorites! Help determine which holiday tunes are played later in December on MPR News and YourClassical MPR.