The Progressive Underground: Erykah Badu’s ‘Mama’s Gun’ is a soulful shot heard around the world
In the latest edition of Liner Notes, we dive into “Mama’s Gun,” the 2000 release from the high priestess of...
Michigan GOP needs new leader, looks to maintain momentum
The beginning of 2024 was marked by turmoil within the Michigan Republican Party. Infighting and complaints over the leadership of...
MI Local: A smorgasbord of exciting Michigan music to kick off 2025
Each year starts off a little bit slow, then suddenly accelerates! Very soon, we'll have a cavalcade of new music...
Detroit Evening Report: Detroit police make arrest in hit-and-run that killed off-duty officer
Editor's note: The above audio incorrectly refers to Detroit Police Officer Cameron Richardson as Cameron Richards. Detroit police have arrested...
The Metro: New year, new you? Creating healthy habits in 2025
It’s the new year — a time when we often reflect on the things we did well last year and...
In The Groove: Big psychedelia guitars and warm throwbacks; music from Kraftwerk, Lawne + more
I kicked off today's show trying to warm up the city with some classics from Beatles, Bob Dylan, Wreckless Eric...
Rob Reinhart’s Essential Music: Artists and albums celebrating ‘Big-O’ birthdays in 2025
On this episode of Rob Reinhart's Essential Music, some of the great albums and artists celebrating milestones in 2025! From...
Court of Appeals says MDHHS acted too quickly to sever parent’s rights
The Michigan Court of Appeals has ruled the due process rights of a woman who lost parental rights to her...
The Metro: Temple Bar owner talks reopening after building collapse
Sometimes you want to go where everyone knows your name. That’s the kind of place that Temple Bar owner George...
In The Groove: Benjamin Booker readies new album ‘LOWER’ ahead of Magic Bag show in Ferndale
So pumped to be back In The Groove in the New Year… with a special highlight on Benjamin Booker, who...
Detroit Evening Report: Surgeon General seeks cancer warning label for alcohol
U.S. Surgeon General Vivek Murthy put out an advisory last week about the link between cancer and alcohol use —...
Acoustic Café: NPR Tiny Desk winner Alisa Amador in studio; past performances from Steve Earle, Ruth B + more
On this week’s episode of Acoustic Café, the 2022 Tiny Desk winner Alisa Amador plays songs from her debut album...