Music

UK family's lockdown-themed rendition of 'Les Mis' is a delight
The family wrote new lyrics based on their own frustrations: friends unseen, soccer games canceled, grandparents who can't figure out Skype. The video has been viewed more than 7 million times.
Even though the coronavirus pandemic has put a pause on their season, musicians from the Minnesota Orchestra are finding ways to share their tunes with you.
Singer John Prine in critical condition with COVID-19 symptoms
The family of John Prine said Sunday that the singer-songwriter is critically ill and has been placed on a ventilator while being treated for COVID-19-type symptoms.
Country singer Joe Diffie dies of coronavirus complications
Country singer Joe Diffie, who had a string of hits in the 1990s with chart-topping ballads and honky-tonk singles like “Home” and “Pickup Man,” has died after testing positive for COVID-19. He was 61.
Musicians move their shows online, but it's not a living
In the days since Minnesota bars and concert halls and other performance venues were ordered to close, many artists have moved their shows online. They offer livestreamed house concerts, pop-up performances and other opportunities for people to enjoy their talent via the internet.
Bob Dylan releases epic new song, 'Murder Most Foul'
The iconic songwriter surprised fans at midnight with a 17-minute song about the assassination of JFK.