Lead Belly passed away, R.E.M.'s Peter Buck was born, Led Zeppelin had their first hit in the US, Sid Vicious lived up to his name, The Rolling Stones performed a free concert at the Altamont Speedway; and Pete Shelley passed away, Today in Music History.  Read more

"A Charlie Brown Christmas" became an indelible holiday tradition and so, too, has jazz musician Vince Guaraldi's composition, "Christmas Time is Here" for the animated TV special.  Read more

A playlist featuring more than 35 hours of curated holiday music is now streaming live at thecurrent.org, and on The Current’s mobile app.  Read more

For the release of the alt-punk band’s second album, ‘Tom,’ they connected with legendary Philadelphia producer Will Yip. Then they reconnected for the new ‘Live at Studio 4’ EP.  Read more

For a band famous for its interpersonal drama, McVie extolled the virtues of true love.  Read more

As we approach the heart of the holidays, there are plenty of shows happening around town to make the days ahead more musical.  Read more

The Morning Show host Jill Riley shares her favorite songs of 2022.   Read more

The Morning Show associate producer/host Rachel Frances shares her favorite songs of 2022.   Read more

For today’s 9:30 Coffee Break, what are some of your favorite songs from the past year?  Read more

Find out how to receive exclusive access to The Current's exclusive ticket presale for Red Hot Chili Peppers at U.S. Bank Stadium in Minneapolis on Saturday, April 8, 2023. The Strokes and King Princess will open up.  Read more