Bill DeVille's five favorite finds from Americana Fest 2017 September 24, 2017 Bill DeVille recently attended the 2017 Americana Music Conference and Festival in Nashville, Tenn., and he's back with a new finds and favorites from this year's fest. Read More ›
Review and photos: Dan Wilson entertains hometown crowd at the Fitz September 23, 2017 When I see shows billed as “An Evening With” some entertainer, I tend to quirk an eyebrow. The term promises a transportive adventure, in which you’ll be swept off your feet without leaving your seat, lost in the simultaneous intimacy and grandeur of whatever is happening onstage. Although few performers can deliver a living-room experience… Read More ›
Soul singer Charles Bradley dies of cancer at 68 September 23, 2017 Charles Bradley, a soul singer who found success late in life - and made the most of it, with legions of appreciative fans - has died of cancer at age 68. Read More ›
Giveaway: Arcade Fire suite giveaway September 20, 2017 The Current is giving away tickets to a suite for the Arcade Fire concert at the Xcel Energy Center on October 29. We are also offering a special $18.93 ticket for this show. Read More ›
Prince items from Susannah Melvoin and others go up for auction September 22, 2017 Yet another Prince auction is upon us, and this roundup includes items once belonging to Susannah Melvoin, who was long close to Prince and is sister to Wendy Melvoin of the Revolution. Other offerings include items from Prince’s former horn player Eric Leeds, assistant tour manager Gwen Leeds, and costume designer Helen Hiatt. Currently, it… Read More ›
Event: The Rise of the Minneapolis Sound September 19, 2017 On October 28th, join The Current's own Andrea Swensson as she celebrates the release of her debut book, Got to Be Something Here: The Rise of the Minneapolis Sound with musical guests Andre Cymone, Wee Willie Walker, Wanda Davis, PaviElle and Nooky Jones. Read More ›
Podcast: Do You Remember? September 11, 2017 This documentary podcast explores Hüsker Dü’s formative years and legacy through rare exclusive interviews with the band, as well as those who were around in the beginning and notable artists who’ve drawn inspiration from the band. We’ll also dive into recordings from Numero Group’s new remastered box set of the band’s early releases, demos and live recordings. Read More ›
Event: United States of Americana 8th Anniversary celebration September 12, 2017 Celebrate eight years of Americana on the radio with the Cactus Blossoms and Kacy & Clayton at First Avenue on November 25! Read More ›
Charles Bradley performs in The Current studio May 26, 2016 Soul singer Charles Bradley sings not only from his heart, but from his entire being. Bradley, together with his band the Extraordinaires, bring their soulful tunes into The Current's studio for a session hosted by Mac Wilson. 'Music is what's keeping the world together today,' Bradley says. 'We've got to make it right all over the land.' Read More ›
Soul man extraordinaire Charles Bradley performs at The Current May 07, 2013 In 2011, Charles Bradley proved that it's never too late for a musical talent to enter the ring, issuing his debut album at age 62 and winning plaudits from critics and the adoration of soul fans nationwide. Now, he's back with a sophomore effort called Victim of Love. Read More ›
Spoon share tunes and thoughts from 'Hot Thoughts' September 16, 2017 In town for back-to-back sold-out shows at the Palace Theatre in St. Paul, Britt Daniel and Alex Fischel of Spoon wandered over to The Current for a session hosted by Brian Oake and Jill Riley. Daniel and Fischel played stripped-down versions of songs from 'Hot Thoughts' and from 2014's 'They Want My Soul,' and Daniel talked about what has made Spoon such an enduring band. Read More ›
J. Roddy Walston & the Business play songs from their forthcoming album September 15, 2017 It's been four years since J. Roddy Walston and the Business released their last album, but on Sept. 29, they'll release their fourth studio album, 'Destroyers Of The Soft Life.' In town to play a show at First Avenue, J. Roddy Walston and the Business stopped at The Current to play songs from the forthcoming record, in a session hosted by Mark Wheat. Read More ›
Lady Lark gets the Minnesota State Fair dancing during her Local Show session September 05, 2017 Pop/soul talent Lady Lark brought her full band to the Minnesota State Fair, recording a Local Show session at Dan Patch Park and inciting a dance party in the process. Read More ›
Coffee Break: No cars go September 22, 2017 Today is World Car Free Day, where people are encouraged to give up driving their car for a day and instead find a more environmentally-friendly, sustainable way of getting around. So for today's 9:30 Coffee Break, what songs do you want to hear that feature alternative forms of transportation? Read More ›
Today in Music History: Happy Birthday, Joan Jett September 22, 2017 Joan Jett was born, Elvis shipped out to his army post; the Springfields landed in the U.S. top 20; the Band released their self-titled album; Dylan's 'Hard Rain' went Gold; and the first Farm Aid concert was held, Today in Music History. Read More ›
Coffee Break Suggestions and Archive November 08, 2016 Got an idea for a Coffee Break? Want to see what we did a while back? Read More ›