Listen to Joni Mitchell, 'California (Blue Demos Session)' June 21, 2021 The final question of this demo version feels even more homesick than in the original version.
Listen to Matthew French's Father's Day tribute, 'Man in the Yellow Chair' June 20, 2021 The Minneapolis singer-songwriter describes the song as a 'tribute to my grandfather and all of the fathers, grandfathers, and father figures whose legacy of love and peace lives on in us.'
Bob Dylan: your favorite songs May 7, 2021 In the run-up to Bob Dylan's 80th birthday, Radio Heartland listeners were asked their favorite Dylan songs. We've compiled your requests into a playlist.
Radio Heartland wants to know: What is your favorite Bob Dylan song? April 22, 2021 On Monday, May 24, the legendary Bob Dylan celebrates his 80th birthday. In the run-up to the big day, Radio Heartland wants to feature your favorite Bob Dylan songs. What do you want to hear?
Listen to 'Waterbound,' a new song from Rhiannon Giddens and Francesco Turrisi March 3, 2021 With its theme of longing for the comfort of home and family, the song will resonate with those separated by distance from family and friends during the pandemic.
Celebrating Women's History Month on Radio Heartland March 1, 2021 March is Women's History Month, and each weekday in the 9 a.m. (Central) hour, host Mike Pengra will spotlight the music of an artist who has made a huge impact in the world of folk, roots, acoustic and Americana music.
Minnesota music legend Peter Ostroushko dies at 67 February 25, 2021 Celebrated fiddler, mandolinist and Minnesota music legend Peter Ostroushko has died. He was 67. Ostroushko's career and range was widespread and eclectic -- he appeared on Bob Dylan's legendary 'Blood on the Tracks' album, played with the Minnesota Orchestra and was a regular on A Prairie Home Companion for 40 years.
Black History Month on Radio Heartland January 31, 2021 Observe Black History Month with Radio Heartland. Each weekday in the 9 a.m. (Central) hour, host Mike Pengra will highlight a musical icon who helped shape the sound of American music.
On 'Greenfields,' Barry Gibb takes the Bee Gees' legacy to Nashville January 8, 2021 Though best known for his disco days, the last living Gibb brother is a lifelong country fan. His new album reimagines the Bee Gees' catalog as duets with some of Nashville's biggest names, including Brandi Carlile, Jason Isbell and Dolly Parton.
Bluegrass band Sister Sadie embodies tradition, but bends it too January 1, 2021 This fall, the bluegrass supergroup Sister Sadie became the first all-women band ever to win the top prize at the International Bluegrass Music Association awards.