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Music

New book chronicles life of Cornbread Harris, one of Minneapolis‘ most influential musicians

New book chronicles life of Cornbread Harris, one of Minneapolis‘ most influential musicians

“Deeper Blues: The Life, Songs and Salvation of Cornbread Harris” goes inside the 97 year old’s legacy on the Minneapolis sound and music scene.
by Cathy Wurzer and Ellen Finn

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40 years after 'Purple Rain,' Prince’s band remembers how the movie came together

40 years after 'Purple Rain,' Prince’s band remembers how the movie came together

Before social media, the film “Purple Rain” gave audiences a peek into Prince’s musical life. Band members say the true genesis of the title song was much less combative than the version presented in the film.
by Eric Deggans

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What is it about Chappell Roan?

What is it about Chappell Roan?

From TikTok feeds to television, breakout performances at Coachella and Governors Ball, the rising pop star has felt inescapable — and for good reason.
by Hazel Cills

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Abdul ‘Duke’ Fakir, last of the original Four Tops, is dead at 88

Abdul ‘Duke’ Fakir, last of the original Four Tops, is dead at 88

Abdul “Duke” Fakir, the last surviving original member of the beloved Motown group the Four Tops that was known for such hits as “Reach Out, I’ll Be There” and “Standing in the Shadows of Love,” has died at age 88.
by The Associated Press

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Art Hounds: North country expressionist landscapes

Art Hounds: North country expressionist landscapes

In this week’s Art Hounds: Art Project 605 showcases Jennie Ward’s abstract landscapes, Maithree performs a blend of Indian and Western classical music and the Minnesota Original Music Festival features the 48-Hour Band Challenge.
by Emily Bright

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Bob Dylan is giving fans a chance to relive his 1974 tour on a 27-disc set

Bob Dylan is giving fans a chance to relive his 1974 tour on a 27-disc set

Bob Dylan fans who want to relive his memorable 1974 concert tour with The Band will soon have the opportunity to own most of it. The box will contain previously unreleased recordings of 417 songs, including some 21 versions of “Lay Lady Lay.”
by The Associated Press

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