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Sounds Explores First Avenue in Minneapolis

Wednesday, August 11th, 2010
First Avenue

First Avenue in Minneapolis

First Avenue is an iconic live music venue that has served Minneapolis and St. Paul for nearly 40 years. The biggest names in music have graced the stage and the surrounding community embrace this club as a landmark. From the storied history that includes playing Prince’s backdrop in Purple Rain to those recognizable stars on the exterior of the building, Sounds explores one of the most renowned music venues in the country.

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Sounds of the Re:Union – For the Record: The Louisiana Music Factory

Wednesday, June 9th, 2010

Going Above and Beyond for the Local Music Community

Louisiana Music Factory

For the Record: The Louisiana Music Factory

Sounds of the Re:Union visits the Louisiana Music Factory, a New Orleans record store that goes above and beyond to serve their local music community. From in-store performances to an extensive selection of local artists CDs, no one nurtures NOLA musicians like LMF. Host Brenton Crozier speaks with owner Barry Smith, as well as musicians Cyril Neville and Kermit Ruffins about the impact LMF has on the community.

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Our Newest Sounds Podcast

Tuesday, May 25th, 2010

What You Should Be Listening To – The Hip-Hop Edition with Willie Evans Jr.

Sounds of the Re:Union - Willie Evans Jr.

Sounds of the Re:Union - Willie Evans Jr.

Sounds host Brenton Crozier spoke with hip-hop producer and performer Willie Evans Jr. about albums that influenced him, the albums that may have gotten past your radar and some upcoming releases that he is looking forward to. Willie Evans Jr. performed with national act Asamov, produced for underground favorites Mr. Lif and Akrobatik, has recorded with Rawkus Records and now performs as a solo artist across the country. (more…)