Detroit music

Today, details of the historic exchange that allowed the U.S. to welcome home Michigander Paul Whelan from a Russian prison. Then, the founder of The Sphinx Organization reflects on the ways music-making helped him construct a sense of identity. Plus, Beaver Island State Wildlife Research Area celebrates its status as an international dark sky sanctuary.

Detroit’s music has been recognized and beloved by many all around the world. However, with so much interest and appreciation why isn’t there a music district in Detroit? On today's podcast, we talk with a Detroit Free Press contributing columnist who proposes that the city needs to create one.

On today's show, Doug Tribou continued his coverage of Senate hopefuls with Republican candidate, Sherry O'Donnell. We then learned about a potential designated music district in Detroit with Keith Owens. And we discussed how a districting error impacted voters of the Saginaw Chippewa Isabella Indian Reservation with Melissa Isaac.

The heat waves and other challenges that test the way neighbors show up for each other. Also, the city of Muskegon rethinks its waterfront for Great Lakes Cruisers. Plus, a DIY comic book series telling stories of queer black icons. And we take a trip to the Motown Museum.

Debunking a rural legend from Northern Michigan, taking pizza to new vegan heights, and an up and coming Detroit musician blends hip hop and soul music.

DJ Lindsey Renee spins the classics on her AM radio show, Rhythm and Soul Patrol. Her favorites are the oldies, but she herself is only 21.

Detroit-based artist stoop lee celebrates his latest release BLUE VERSION TAPE. It's the second in a series of Pokémon-themed EPs.

"But Will You Love Me Tomorrow?: An Oral History of the ’60s Girl Groups" chronicles the stories of early Motown groups who shaped a generation.

The Michigan Department of Transportation wants feedback through a survey regarding songs from Detroit artists or those who were recorded at United Sound Systems Recording Studios.

The Michigan House makes moves to accelerate Michigan's shift to renewable energy sources. Also, a woman whose brother was murdered wrestles with the fate of those involved in his death. And, the bright young voice bringing old soul back to Detroit’s airwaves.