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Oddisee out with new music
The musician will be performing Thursday at 7th St. Entry in Minneapolis.
Vote counts? Duluth mulls ranked-choice elections
Duluth voters will soon decide if their future elections will use ranked-choice voting. Backers say it gives voters more options. Critics say the method is too confusing and hasn't delivered on its promises.
Art Hounds: Katha Dance, Dr. Deep and 'Hank and Rita'
This week on Art Hounds we take a look at the "ultimate liberation philosophy" of Dr. Deep, what happens when you mix Chhau and Khatak Indian dance and learn about the rumors that inspired "The Best of Hank and Rita."
Lucero is playing Wednesday night at First Avenue in Minneapolis.
Belafonte's 'Day-O' recorded 60 years ago
It's an example of the Jamaican music style known as mento, which had a big influence on the sound that became known as ska and reggae.