alt-J bond with Mark Wheat and perform stripped-down songs in The Current studio October 20, 2017 When alt-J came in to The Current studio, little did they know it would feel like a reunion of sorts. Before their show at the Roy Wilkins Auditorium, Gus Unger-Hamilton and Joe Newman of alt-J stopped at The Current studio to play some songs -- and to meet and swap stories with Mark Wheat, a person with whom they share a lot of common background. Read More ›
The Replacements hit number one on the Billboard vinyl chart with ‘Live at Maxwell’s’ October 20, 2017 One of Minnesota’s most famous bands, the Replacements, currently sit atop the Billboard Vinyl Albums Sales chart. This is the first time the band have hit number one on the vinyl sales chart, coming just two weeks after the much-anticipated release of For Sale: Live at Maxwell’s 1986. The Replacements were close to topping this same… Read More ›
Review and photos: Pinegrove play for ecstatic fans at the 7th St Entry October 20, 2017 Three hours before Pinegrove were even set to take the 7th St Entry’s stage, there was a line of fans queued up outside stretching down past the Depot. Clumps of friends talked about the band’s active Twitter presence, the possible set list, and just how long they’ve all been waiting to finally see the band… Read More ›
Friday Five: BdotCroc, Joey Van Phillips, and more new Minnesota music videos October 20, 2017 BdotCroc, “One Day” As the wind blows through BdotCroc‘s hair, she unleashes a gale-force rap song about growth, her story, and being “humble with an attitude.” VSZN‘s direction shines during the last minute of the video, when this true performer darts behind flame and firelight. Joey Van Phillips, “Sights On (feat. Cecil Otter and Jacob Mullis)”… Read More ›
Sheila E. opens up about her new album, her memories of Prince, and healing in Minneapolis October 20, 2017 The iconic drummer, songwriter, and performer Sheila E. visited the studio recently to talk with Tom Weber of MPR News and Andrea Swensson of the Current about her new album, Iconic: Message 4 America, which features interpretations of songs by the Beatles, Sly and the Family Stone, and Stevie Wonder, her long professional and personal relationship… Read More ›
Pinegrove perform in The Current studio October 20, 2017 Though 'Cardinal' was released back in Feb. 2016, Pinegrove are still selling out venues, like The Entry, in support of it. After some teasing of new music over this past summer, the promise of new music from Pinegrove is here. They stopped at The Current studio to share some of it. Read More ›
Listen to Live Current Volume 13 October 11, 2017 Each Fall, The Current collects some of the best live and in-studio performances of past year into one great album -- Live Current. This year, we release the thirteenth volume in the series. 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 ›
Jillian Rae shares songs from new EP, 'Wanderlust,' on Radio Heartland October 20, 2017 On Saturday, Oct. 21, at Icehouse in Minneapolis, Jillian Rae is celebrating the release of her new EP, 'Wanderlust.' As the title suggests, the songs have a common theme about traveling. Jillian Rae stopped by the Radio Heartland studio to play some songs from the new recording and to share a few tales from the road. Read More ›
Music News: Tina Turner makes rare public performance at musical launch October 19, 2017 Today's top music news stories include a rare public performance by Tina Turner, Jonny Greenwood responding to Fox News criticism of Radiohead, and Beck possibly inspiring Pharrell's hat. Read More ›
alt-J bond with Mark Wheat and perform stripped-down songs in The Current studio October 20, 2017 When alt-J came in to The Current studio, little did they know it would feel like a reunion of sorts. Before their show at the Roy Wilkins Auditorium, Gus Unger-Hamilton and Joe Newman of alt-J stopped at The Current studio to play some songs -- and to meet and swap stories with Mark Wheat, a person with whom they share a lot of common background. Read More ›
Pinegrove perform in The Current studio October 20, 2017 Though 'Cardinal' was released back in Feb. 2016, Pinegrove are still selling out venues, like The Entry, in support of it. After some teasing of new music over this past summer, the promise of new music from Pinegrove is here. They stopped at The Current studio to share some of it. Read More ›
This Is The Kit unpack their songs in The Current studio October 19, 2017 In town for a show at the Turf Club in St. Paul, This Is The Kit visited The Current for an in-studio session hosted by Mary Lucia. This Is The Kit's latest album is 'Moonshine Freeze,' their first release on the Rough Trade Records label, an arrangement that has helped the band enjoy a wider reach with its music. Read More ›
Listen to JD McPherson's in-studio session recorded in Nashville October 19, 2017 In mid-September, Bill DeVille was in Nashville, Tenn., for Americana Fest. While there, DeVille connected with JD McPherson at Addiction Sound Studios in Nashville, where they recorded a live in-studio session. McPherson performed songs from his new album, 'Undivided Heart and Soul,' and he talked to DeVille about his recent move to Nashville, and about all the food he enjoyed at the 2017 Minnesota State Fair. Read More ›
Iron & Wine perform in The Current's studio October 16, 2017 Iron & Wine released their sixth album of new material, Beast Epic, on August 25, 2017. Here's songwriter/lead vocalist Sam Beam and a full band playing "Call It Dreaming," "About A Bruise," and "Thomas County Law" in The Current's studio. Read More ›
Coffee Break: Father figure October 20, 2017 Without knowing each other's selections, both Jill and Brian chose songs for today's Song War that feature issues with a father. And at age 68, Billy Joel is expecting his third child. So for today's 9:30 Coffee Break, what songs do you want to hear that mention fathers? Read More ›
Today in Music History: Remembering Tom Petty on his birthday October 20, 2017 Tom Petty was born; Elvis had a hit with a rework of an 1860s folk tune; 'Monster Mash' became a Halloween hit; the Police played their first live gig in America; and the Stones had their first No. 1 hit in the States with 'Angie', 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 ›