I’m Poppy. Nah, just kidding. I’m Ben, your friendly neighborhood music critic. But it was those two words, “I’m Poppy,” that ...

Primal Scream have praised Simone Marie Butler's "positive energy" and "committed musicianship" following her departure from the band.

When Chris Martin of Coldplay was a kid, he refrained from singing these two classic rock songs due to his upbringing.

In 1972, Paul McCartney was so affected by a horrific massacre in Northern Ireland that he penned a protest song about it in less than a day.

Billy Bragg, who just wrote and released the song “City of Heroes,” talks with the Monitor about the impact of protest songs.

Bruce Springsteen touched down in Minnesota on Friday and performed his protest song “Streets of Minneapolis,” a response to ...

Here is a breakdown of the songs featured in each episode, with notes on when each song appears.

MinnPost contributor Jim Walsh compiles a playlist by songwriters who are tapping into their talent, anger, artistry and ...

Need a good movie? Watch these 10 at home now, from "The Wrecking Crew" to "If I Had Legs I'd Kick You." All are free on your ...

Empty Hands” is a serviceable addition to her rapidly growing discography, but it lacks the creative novelty that defines her ...

Music has always rewarded performance. But lately, the performance comes first. American singer Poppy exemplifies this ...

Earlier today, Empty Hands — Poppy’s follow up to the incredibly great album Negative Spaces — was released onto the masses.