Music

Music producers Jimmy Jam and Terry Lewis are coming home to Minnesota for a big concert at the State Fair. Coming up at 9 a.m. on Monday, MPR News host Angela Davis talks with the Minnesota music legends about their friendship and successful careers.
Fargo-based country musician Zach Thomas to make debut at giant Detroit Lakes festival
WE Fest starts Wednesday outside Detroit Lakes, Minnesota. Zach Thomas is from nearby Wendell, Minnesota and will play a set at the festival for the first time Thursday.
Target Field concession workers plan one-day strike during Noah Kahan concert
Target Field concession workers will strike during Wednesday’s sold-out Noah Kahan concert as contract negotiations with Delaware North remain stalled over wage increases, tipped-worker classifications and health care eligibility.
Minnesota choir set to head to South Korea for choral cultural exchange
On Friday, the music of Korea will be showcased in a special performance by the Oratorio Society of Minnesota and the University of Minnesota School of Music. Then in August, members of the choir will travel to South Korea for a cultural exchange.
Minnesota teacher helps kids feel connected through music
At Normandale Hills Elementary, music teacher Jeff Zupfer is helping students navigate a difficult school year through songs focused on joy, resilience and belonging.