The Doors played in Minneapolis; Dire Straits topped the album charts; “Sukiyaki” went No.1 ; the world said goodbye to Ella Fitzgerald; and the Beastie Boys hosted the Tibetan Freedom Concert, Today in Music History.

The Minneapolis singer-songwriter played tunes from his Flowers EP and newer material to a lively outdoor crowd.

The Current’s Rock the Cradle at the Minneapolis Institute of Art and Children's Theatre Company took place on June 9, 2024.

For today’s 9:30 Coffee Break, what songs relating to dads and fathers would you like to hear?

Every Friday around 11 a.m. on Radio Heartland, we pull a special track from the archives or from deep in the shelves to spotlight a particular artist or song. This week, we honor the influential Chicago blues musician and bandleader, Howlin’ Wolf.

Paul McCartney wrote the most recorded song; Dylan recorded his electric sound; and Patsy Cline topped the charts, Today in Music History.

Oakland, California band Shannon and The Clams’ new single “Bean Fields” makes its Chart Show debut at No. 15, while Billie Eilish’s “Lunch” reaches No. 1 after just three weeks of votes.

For today’s 9:30 Coffee Break, which artists playing Bonnaroo Music and Arts Festival would you like to hear?

The Cars released their second album Candy-O ; The Stones introduced their newest member; and The Beatles released their final single; Today in Music History.

The country singer brought The Stampede Tour to Minneapolis on Tuesday, June 11. Debbii Dawson and Durand Jones performed opening sets.