Morning Edition: Music

February 19, 2018 9:26 AM

Rosanne Cash covered her dad's song without knowing it

Johnny said that Roseanne's success with the song was "one of his greatest fulfillments." Johnny's version only made it to number 11 on the country chart.

by Cathy Wurzer

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February 16, 2018 8:29 AM

Red Wing gears up for the Big Turn Music Festival

This weekend, 100 bands will play on 18 stages around Red Wing.

by Cathy Wurzer

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February 14, 2018 10:44 AM

Peter Tork of the Monkees pays tribute to Lead Belly

Peter Tork of the Monkees celebrated his 76th birthday this week.

by Cathy Wurzer

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February 13, 2018 9:48 AM

If you want to own a song with Prince, you better be wealthy

Chris Moon is hoping to cash in his association with Prince by selling his co-ownership of the song "Soft and Wet."

by MPR News Staff

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February 12, 2018 10:33 AM

Celebrating Mister Rogers, with puppets

The life and teachings of Fred Rogers, the longtime host of the PBS children's program "Mister Rogers Neighborhood," are the subject of a new production by the Heart of the Beast Puppet Theater in Minneapolis.

by Cathy Wurzer

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February 6, 2018 11:31 AM

How "At the Hop" got its name

"At the Hop" by Danny and the Juniors was No. 1 on the Billboard pop chart 60 years ago Tuesday.

by Cathy Wurzer

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February 5, 2018 8:58 AM

A musical tribute to Hall of Famer Randy Moss

He's the first receiver to be elected to the Hall in his initial year of eligibility since the Jerry Rice.

by MPR News Staff

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February 2, 2018 10:28 AM

Lots of big music acts in town for the Super Bowl

The party leading up to Sunday's Super Bowl has definitely started. Pink will be performing Friday night at the newest concert venue in town: the Minneapolis Armory.

by MPR News Staff

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January 31, 2018 11:38 AM

How the Beatles inspired 'Judy in Disguise'

"Judy in Disguise (with Glasses)" by John Fred and his Playboy Band was number one on the Billboard pop chart 50 years ago Wednesday.

by Cathy Wurzer

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January 30, 2018 10:40 AM

Fans flock to outdoor Prince tribute on a chilly night

A big crowd turned out Monday night on the Nicollet Mall for a Super Bowl Live tribute to Prince.

by Cathy Wurzer

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