Chris Shields
St. Cloud Times
Saint Cloud, MN, United States
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Past articles by Chris:
I still find plenty to love on area radio stations
I grew up on radio, turned to tapes, CDs and iPods, and am finding the joy in radio again → Read More
How I learned to embrace 'Weird Al' and have some fun
From 'Amish Paradise' through 'The Night Santa Went Crazy,' I got hooked on 'Bad Hair Day' → Read More
Enjoying 'Seven More Minutes' with The Rentals
Band's sophomore effort has a worldly feeling, full of energy and with plenty of hooks → Read More
Take time to enjoy the perks of The Wallflowers' music
1996 album grabbed my ears with classic sounds and a contemporary feel — it hasn't let go → Read More
David Bowie is gone, but his music remains
I was never his biggest fan, but I was so in awe of his energy, his artistry, his ability → Read More
Streaming boosts digital Beatlemania, attracts new fans
Even the biggest bands, even The Beatles, benefit from the exposure that streaming offers → Read More
Go on a journey with Sharon Van Etten's 'Tramp'
Ever put on a record and just been like, 'Where have YOU been all my life?' → Read More
Let The Head and The Heart guide you in the new year
There's a warmth, a sincerity, a wonderful emotional center to the music by this group → Read More
35 years later, John Lennon's death (and life) echoes
John Lennon may have been senselessly murdered, but his music remains and it sustains us → Read More
The Beatles' 'Rubber Soul' still vibrant after 50 years
How important is The Beatles' "Rubber Soul?" Where shall we begin? → Read More
Get wild, wonky with music from The Presidents
The music sounds weird, but it is fun, catchy and unusual — it takes me back in time → Read More
Johnny Cash’s American albums hit the heart and soul
Cash may not sound his best on ‘American III: Solitary Man,’ but his talent shines through → Read More
With ‘Paul Simon,’ Paul Simon gets groove going
After the end of Simon and Garfunkel, Paul Simon steps into the solo spotlight and shines → Read More
What's your fave album — for every year of your life?
Think about it: What albums top your list for every year you've been alive? → Read More