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The post Wall of Power Radio Hour – April 11, 2026 first appeared on AM 950.

Host Paul Metsa had a great conversation with two founding members of the legendary Twin Cities celtic band Boiled in Lead, Todd Menton (guitar) and Drew Miller (bass). They chatted about the history of the band that was formed in 1983, their influences, great shows they have played and their new record Kings of the Dogwood. If you enjoy musicians talking to musicians, you’ll enjoy this show!

The post Wall of Power Radio Hour – March 14, 2026 first appeared on AM 950.

Host Paul Metsa had a fascinating chat with his old buddy Keith Secola. Keith grew up on the Iron Range and over the years became a leader in the Native Americana Music movement. He is a great songwriter who has won many awards over the years. He recently performed with the great John Densmore of The Doors on drums at the Guild of Music Supervisor Awards at the Wiltern Theater in Los Angeles. Paul and Keith talked about growing up on the Iron Range, songwriting, and life. Several of Keith’s songs were also featured on the show.

The post Wall of Power – March 7, 2026 first appeared on AM 950.

Join Paul Metsa on the latest episode of the Wall of Power Radio Hour as he chats with Native American musician Keith Secola about his journey from the Iron Range to performing at the Olympics and major venues worldwide. The two discuss the inspiration behind Keith’s “Native Americana” style and the stories of resilience woven into tracks like “NDN Cars” and “Say Your Name”. It’s a soulful deep dive into the long game of songwriting, featuring memories of legendary collaborations and the shared history of Minnesota’s vibrant music scene.

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The post Wall of Power Radio Hour – March 7, 2026 first appeared on AM 950.

Host Paul Metsa interviews Twin Cities broadcast legend Mary Lucia about her great new book “What Doesn’t Kill Me Makes Me Weirder and Harder To Relate To”. It is a brilliant and harrowing tale of enduring three years of being stalked by one of her listeners on MPR’s The Current radio show. They also chatted about music, her least and most favorite interviews on air, dogs, and more. Ms. Lucia is a great storyteller and you will really enjoy this conversation.

The post Wall of Power Radio Hour – February 28, 2026 first appeared on AM 950.

Paul Metsa welcomes back the sharp-witted Charlie Pierce for another “Checkpoint Charlie” session, diving deep into the messy landscape of American politics and social upheaval. From the controversial operations of ICE in Minnesota to the corporate gutting of legendary newspapers like the Washington Post, they don’t pull any punches while dissecting the current state of the Union. It’s a soulful, grit-filled conversation that blends political urgency with a shared love for classic rock, cold beer, and the resilient spirit of the Midwest.

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The post Wall of Power Radio Hour – February 21, 2026 first appeared on AM 950.

Paul dives into a powerful conversation with legendary folk musician Charlie Maguire and author Steven E. Mayer about the resilience of the human spirit. We’re drawing parallels between the historic 1934 Minneapolis truckers’ strike, the Iron Range labor battles, and the current struggles for justice on our city streets. It’s an episode steeped in local history, family legacy, and the enduring strength of communities standing together in hard times.

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The post Wall of Power Radio Hour – January 31, 2026 first appeared on AM 950.

Paul Metsa sits down with Vietnam veteran and legendary Twin Cities musician Ronn Easton to discuss his experiences during and after the war. Easton shares powerful insights into the challenges of returning home, his involvement with the organization Home of the Brave, and his perspective on the current political landscape in America. A few hours after the interview was recorded, Ronn was recorded standing up to ICE in South Minneapolis. The clip has gained hundreds of thousands of views on various platforms. This interview with Mr. Easton will give you a true measure of the man.

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The post Wall of Power Radio Hour – January 10, 2026 first appeared on AM 950.

Paul Metsa is a legendary musician and songwriter from Minnesota. Born on the Iron Range, he has been based in Minneapolis since 1978.

He has received seven Minnesota Music Awards and has played more than five thousand gigs, including forays to Iceland and Siberia.

He lives in Northeast Minneapolis with his faithful dog, Blackie; a dozen or so guitars; twenty-five orange crates of LPs; hundreds of books, compact discs, magazines, and vintage postcards; and several kitchen cupboards full of old cassette

The post Paul Metsa – Matt McNeil Holiday Interviews 2025 first appeared on AM 950.

In this episode of the Wall of Power Radio Hour, Paul Metsa reunites with longtime bandmates Tim O’Keefe, Jack Pasternacki, and Joe Luoma to celebrate the 50th anniversary of their band, Cats Under the Stars. The group swaps stories about everything from jamming in high school and surviving freezing canoe trip gigs to what fans can expect at their upcoming reunion show at the Parkway Theater. Tune in for plenty of laughs, memories from five decades on the Iron Range, and classic tracks like “Blue Ghost” and “Virginia.”

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The post Wall of Power Radio Hour – December 20, 2025 first appeared on AM 950.