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February 13, 2023 6:27 PM

'It's just part of our rhythm': Minnesota artists on why people keep on writing love songs

Four Minnesota musicians — Haley, Nur-D, Kiss the Tiger’s Meghan Kreidler, and Landon Conrath — delve into how they write and appreciate songs about that universal feeling.

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February 13, 2023 8:35 AM

Blizzo supremacy: Lizzo thanks Osseo 6th graders for snowplow tribute

Emmy and four-time Grammy award winning recording artist Lizzo gave a shoutout this weekend to Osseo Middle School, where students championed an effort to name a MnDOT snowplow after her.

by Tim Nelson and MPR News Staff

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February 10, 2023 6:10 PM

'Lizzo! Blizzard! Blizzo!' These 6th graders nailed the Name a Snowplow contest

A sixth grade class from Osseo Middle School led the fight for “Blizzo,” a winner of the MnDOT name a Snowplow contest named after the music artist who lived in Minnesota, Lizzo. The class has one hope: that Lizzo herself recognizes their hard work.

by Sam Stroozas

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February 10, 2023 6:00 PM

'It’s the vibe': A musical experience at the Cherry Pit

Starting from a basement in Madison, Wis., the Cherry Pit has grown into an incubator for young Twin Cities artists.

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February 9, 2023 9:10 AM

Burt Bacharach, legendary composer of pop songs, dies at 94

Burt Bacharach, the singularly gifted and popular composer and Oscar winner who delighted millions with the quirky arrangements and unforgettable melodies of "Walk on By," "Do You Know the Way to San Jose" and dozens of other hits, has died at 94.

by The Associated Press

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February 8, 2023 1:41 PM

Duran Duran is first Grandstand show announced for 2023 Minnesota State Fair

The Minnesota State Fair has announced its first Grandstand show for the 2023 fair: Duran Duran will play the Grandstand on Thursday, Aug. 31.

by MPR News Staff

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February 7, 2023 11:50 AM

‘A huge win’: Live-music venue Green Room opens in Uptown Minneapolis

The new, 400-capacity live music venue Green Room is showcasing local bands and musicians in Uptown Minneapolis with a cozy atmosphere.

by Nicole Ki

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February 5, 2023 11:53 PM

Beyoncé sets a new Grammy record, while Harry Styles wins album of the year

With four new prizes tonight, the megastar has now won more Grammys than any other artist in the awards' 65-year history. But Harry Styles took home the evening's biggest prize.

by Anastasia Tsioulcas and Hazel Cills

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February 2, 2023 1:53 PM

Beyoncé's Renaissance tour is Ticketmaster's next big test. Fans are already stressed

The first round of tickets to Beyoncé's highly anticipated Renaissance world tour go on sale next week. Ticketmaster is under pressure to avoid a repeat of the Taylor Swift debacle in November.

by Rachel Treisman