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Music

Bruce Springsteen brings 'Streets of Minneapolis' home to launch a political U.S. tour

Bruce Springsteen brings 'Streets of Minneapolis' home to launch a political U.S. tour

Bruce Springsteen returns Tuesday to the “Streets of Minneapolis.” After honoring its residents in song for their courage in standing up against the federal immigration crackdown, he’s using the city to launch his latest U.S. tour.
by The Associated Press

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Fergus Falls construction worker still standing among ‘American Idol’ contestants

Fergus Falls construction worker still standing among ‘American Idol’ contestants

Monday’s episode of “American Idol” featured performances of songs of faith. Chris Tungseth of Fergus Falls survived as one of the top 14 contestants, but it was unclear if he made it past the next elimination round.
by Mathew Holding Eagle III

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‘Skol’ spirit, let’s hear it: Tungseth represents Minnesota in top 20 of ‘American Idol’

‘Skol’ spirit, let’s hear it: Tungseth represents Minnesota in top 20 of ‘American Idol’

Chris Tungseth, a blue-collar construction worker from Fergus Falls, takes the stage in Hawaii Monday night hoping to vault to the next round of competition on the reality show “American Idol.”
by Mathew Holding Eagle III

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Hidden in the grooves: A new book maps Native music's overlooked legacy

Hidden in the grooves: A new book maps Native music's overlooked legacy

A new book by Minneapolis-based artist and publisher Ryan Nelson archives and shares a rare Native American music collection and the collector Justis Brokenrope’s work to introduce the music to new audiences. 
by Melissa Olson

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Judge urges states to settle Live Nation claims after U.S. strikes deal but states say no chance

Judge urges states to settle Live Nation claims after U.S. strikes deal but states say no chance

A New York federal judge is urging over two dozen states to settle their antitrust claims against Ticketmaster and its parent company this week after the Justice Department reached a deal and dropped out of an ongoing trial. 
by The Associated Press

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Dropkick Murphys perform at Minneapolis benefit for families affected by ICE

Dropkick Murphys perform at Minneapolis benefit for families affected by ICE

Bands including Dropkick Murphys performed at a Minneapolis benefit honoring Alex Pretti and Renee Macklin Good. The event raised money for families affected by the federal immigration surge.
by Lisa Ryan

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Finding harmony and a home in the Twin Cities Gay Men's Chorus

Finding harmony and a home in the Twin Cities Gay Men's Chorus

For 45 years, the Twin Cities Gay Men’s Chorus has created a place to sing, belong and spread a little joy. MPR News host Angela Davis talks about how music can heal and bring people together through hard times.
by Angela Davis and Maja Beckstrom

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