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The Triple Rock Social Club sign has moved to Las Vegas

The Triple Rock Social Club sign has moved to Las Vegas

When The Punk Rock Museum officially opens in Las Vegas — a date mooted, after many delays, for this April 1 — chances are that you’ll see a lot of the Twin Cities on display.

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'Steve's Overpopulated One-Man Band' tells stories of life on the Iron Range

'Steve's Overpopulated One-Man Band' tells stories of life on the Iron Range

Steve Solkela is a master multitasker. He started playing accordion in high school and then kept adding instruments to his repertoire, including a bass drum and a trumpet. Solkela talked with MPR News host Cathy Wurzer about playing in sub zero temperatures and writing songs about home.
by Cathy Wurzer and Alanna Elder

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Wisconsin school bans Miley Cyrus-Dolly Parton duet from class concert

Wisconsin school bans Miley Cyrus-Dolly Parton duet from class concert

Administrators at Heyer Elementary School in Waukesha stopped a class from performing a Miley Cyrus-Dolly Parton duet promoting LGBTQ acceptance because the song "could be perceived as controversial."
by The Associated Press

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Vinyl records outsell CDs for the first time since 1987

Vinyl records outsell CDs for the first time since 1987

Vinyl sales grew for the 16th consecutive year in 2022, with 41 million albums sold — compared to 33 million CDs. Streaming is still the biggest driver of the music industry's growth.
by Kaitlyn Radde

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89 Days of Spring 2023: Things to do in Minneapolis, St. Paul and greater Minnesota

89 Days of Spring 2023: Things to do in Minneapolis, St. Paul and greater Minnesota

The days are finally getting longer, and meteorological spring is here! As temperatures rise, Minnesota emerges from hibernation. The Current is ready with weekly updates to get active and enjoy this season — around the Twin Cities and greater Minnesota.

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The 2023 Oscars' best original song nominees, cruelly ranked

The 2023 Oscars' best original song nominees, cruelly ranked

This year's crop may not have a James Bond theme or a ubiquitous Disney banger, but it's got range — thanks in part to a viral dance number from “RRR.”
by Stephen Thompson

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