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Once viewed as potential 'super spreaders,' Minnesota choirs are emerging again
One more welcome sign of spring:  Minnesota choirs are emerging from hibernation.
Music
Now streaming: Pixies' 2004 reunion kickoff at Fine Line in Minneapolis
A recording of the Boston band's hotly anticipated show has been newly posted to streaming sites.
Local
Minnesota Orchestra to resume indoor concerts in June
In-person, indoor concerts will resume in June at about 20% of Orchestra Hall's capacity.
Music
Hook & Ladder announces Minneapolis' first outdoor music series of 2021
The nonprofit venue's Under the Canopy series will feature local and national acts in its parking lot.
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Minnesota Orchestra's new 'Mahler 10' album is a gripping journey through pain, love
Review: In a new album, the Minnesota Orchestra tackles Mahler's final work.
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Grammys put spotlight on young hitmakers – and a record-setting Beyoncé
Showcasing young performers, this year's Grammys was a virtual hit parade.
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Grammys put spotlight on young hitmakers — and a record-setting Beyoncé
Showcasing young performers, this year's Grammys was a virtual hit parade.
Music
Gary Louris announces second solo LP away from the Jayhawks
The singer/guitarist recorded "Jump for Joy" entirely in his home studio as a follow-up to 2008's "Vagabonds."
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Five years after Prince's death, his protégée Judith Hill is a 'Newborn Woman'
Prince's pal Judith Hill confronts racism and depression on a standout album.
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Grammy's new faces: Meet country singer Ingrid Andress and four other rising stars
Meet Ingrid Andress and four other budding stars who are contending at Sunday's Grammy Awards.
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Grammy predictions: Billie Eilish and Taylor Swift once again
Critic's best bets for Grammy winners.
Music
First Avenue is (finally!) booking concerts again, starting with an old favorite
Thursday's Dinosaur Jr. announcement marked the start of post-pandemic bookings, including a Palace Theatre show also to be unveiled Friday.
Music
'Local Show' host Andrea Swensson announces departure from The Current
The former City Pages music editor and author plans to write and podcast on her own time.
St. Paul
St. Paul Chamber Orchestra musicians sign an early contract extension with no pay cut
Nailing that down is seen as crucial to the orchestra's pandemic recovery plan.
Music
Boys will be Baby Boys in the latest spinoff album from Hippo Campus
Bandmates have stayed busy with side projects, including a kooky new trio.
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