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Morning Edition: Music

It's been 40 years since Donna Summer's take on "MacArthur Park" topped charts

The song was first recorded by actor Richard Harris in 1968. A few years later, producer Pete Bellotte had the idea to make a disco version of a hit song from the 60s. When he heard Harris' version of "MacArthur Park," he knew it would be perfect for Donna Summer's big voice.
by Cathy Wurzer

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Elvis Costello and Jerry 'Swamp Dogg' Williams both play in the Twin Cities tonight

Elvis Costello performs tonight at the Northrop Auditorium at the University of Minnesota-Twin Cities. His new album, "Look Now," includes a song written with the legendary songwriter Carole King. Another interesting collaboration has a local twist: Los Angeles-based R&B singer Jerry "Swamp Dogg" Williams's new record was produced by Justin Vernon and Polica's Ryan Olson. Williams plays tonight at the Turf Club in St. Paul.
by Cathy Wurzer

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Exploring the forgotten world of... corporate musical numbers

"Bathtubs Over Broadway" is being screened tonight at the Trylon Cinema, and it examines the elaborate live musical numbers that companies once commissioned for their corporate conventions.
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The War and Treaty performs tonight at the Cedar Cultural Center

The band is comprised of husband and wife duo Michael and Tanya Trotter. Tanya Trotter has been singing for audiences all her life, but Michael Trotter was first encouraged to pursue a music career while in the Army.
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The Okee Dokee Brothers' new album, 'Winterland,' celebrates cold-weather adventures in Minnesota

It's the latest record based on the kid-friendly duo's outdoor adventures. They've also canoed down the Mississippi River, hiked along the Appalachian Trail, and gone horseback riding on the Continental Divide.
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