The Pandemic and the current unrest have combined to make this era different than others in memory. The songs on the new CD, called Butcher Boy by Leslie Rich and the Rocket Soul Choir mirror the stress everybody is feeling. Leslie told interviewer Phil Nusbaum that he has experienced additional stress coming from everyday life, and it all came out on the CD songs, such as Cozy on the Bathroom Floor.

Gospel singer Robert Robinson celebrates Martin Luther King, Jr. and Black History Month live at the Dakota on Sunday, Feb. 21.

The President and CEO of Jeremiah Program, Chastity Lord, talks about the services they offer.

Bassist Victor Wooten talks about his new book, The Spirit Of Music.

Craig Rice from the MSP Film Society talks about a new series of short films called Our Right To Gaze, along with new offerings in the Virtual Cinema.

Sommelier Jill Mott from Henry & Son talks about trumpeter Dizzy Reece and the delicious, dependable wines that go with his music.

State climatologist Luigi Romolo talks about warming temperatures and how this stretch of cold stacks up to other frigid February months in Minnesota's recorded history.

Michele Fournier from LSS Housing Services talks about the impact of the pandemic on housing for Minnesotans and how new emergency assistance might be able to help.

Joyann Parker Celebrates the Release of her new CD, Out of the Dark, Friday and Saturday Feb 19 and 20 at Crooners in Minneapolis. The new project reflects both Joyann’s growth and the times we are in. In a conversation with Phil Nusbaum, Joyann said that this recording is the first time working with a producer.

The training for musicians focuses on learning their craft. But a big part of the work turns out to be selling your act. Jeri Goldstein specializes in helping musicians position themselves in the marketplace. In a conversation with Phil Nusbaum, Jeri first talked about developing her specialty.