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Deer Tick returns with Coin-O-Matic, the Rhode Island band's ninth studio album. Recorded in their home studio and self-produced for the first time in their 20 years plus as a band, the album digs into the hidden histories of Providence, where working-class neighborhoods and the mafia underworld long existed side by side. The result is a gritty, heartfelt celebration of the city’s character and the stories that often go untold.
“Mary Singletary” is an instantly familiar tune, “ACI” captures the record’s working-class perspective while carrying a some Bruce Springsteen DNA. “507 Smith” is a slinky rocker and my personal favorite, while "Exit Door" is classic Deer Tick.
Coin-O-Matic is out Friday, June 5.
“Mary Singletary” is an instantly familiar tune, “ACI” captures the record’s working-class perspective while carrying a some Bruce Springsteen DNA. “507 Smith” is a slinky rocker and my personal favorite, while "Exit Door" is classic Deer Tick.
Coin-O-Matic is out Friday, June 5.
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Demuth to run in GOP primary for governor, setting up 3-way election in August
The House speaker justified reneging on her pledge to abide by the endorsement by pointing to alleged voting irregularities at the convention in Duluth.
Hundreds of Northlanders to compete in state track and field meet
Area athletes to watch at the 2026 meet include Aitkin junior Ashley Asmus, Ely sophomore Violet Udovich and West Marshall seniors Emily Marquis and Markelle Pederson.
Beyond the Voice: Grace Wilder
Get to know the volunteers behind the mic on KAXE. This week we find out more from On The River host, Grace Wilder.
Klobuchar fights off challenge from left, wins DFL endorsement for governor
The endorsement wasn’t by acclamation, as Klobuchar no doubt desired. More than half of the delegates were first-time attendees, younger and more progressive-leaning than a typical year.
Burnsville man drowns in Emily; Qualls, Schwarze endorsed by GOP; Klobuchar, Flanagan by DFL
And: Six Northland teams will compete in the state softball tournament and Northern Minnesota will have over 250 entries in the state track and field meet.
Bright Spot: Local music shines in summer concert series
The Tuesday Summer Concert Series continues in the Grand Rapids area in 2026. Concerts are noon each Tuesday, June 2 through Aug. 18.
Former Navy Seal wins GOP endorsement in crowded race for Senate
Michele Tafoya, who came in second with about 32%, announced that she’ll compete in the Aug. 11 primary.
Burnsville man drowns Saturday in Crow Wing County's Little Emily Lake
The 29-year-old Cody Kent, 29, was with friends and family May 30, 2026, at Little Emily Lake Park. This is the second drowning in the lake this spring.
Peggy Flanagan wins DFL endorsement for US Senate seat
Despite solidifying the endorsement of party activists, Flanagan has a long road before securing the nomination. Rep. Angie Craig has a history of winning close, tough races.
Kendall Qualls wins GOP endorsement for governor
House Speaker Lisa Demuth declined to comment on her future plans, despite having previously pledged to abide by the party endorsement.
'Domestic war correspondent' reflects on recovery of nation and self
Independent journalist and "domestic war correspondent" Justin Glawe’s new book "If I Am Coming to Your Town, Something Terrible Has Happened" is compelling and eye-opening.
With The Setlist, KAXE's Music Team curates the best live music to catch each week across Northern Minnesota and beyond.
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During the week of May 26, 2026, we enjoy reports of nesting loons, Scarlet Tanagers, and wild strawberry flowers. Staff phenologist John Latimer responds.
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