Listen to Looch: why X mean so much to me April 16, 2019 This week, Mary Lucia talks about legendary Los Angeles punk-rock band X, who are playing Rock the Garden 2019. As a longtime fan, Lucia explains why X mean so much to her -- and why it's important to see X perform. Read More ›
Music News: Aretha Franklin awarded honorary Pulitzer Prize April 16, 2019 There are two Pulitzer Prizes being awarded to musicians this year: the regular prize, to composer Ellen Reid, and a Special Citation for the late Aretha Franklin. Also in the news today: Mick Jagger's bouncing back, Fender designs 'Game of Thrones' guitars, and a Paris crowd respond to the Notre-Dame fire with healing song. Read More ›
Interview: Gaelynn Lea on her music, becoming a public figure, and disability justice April 16, 2019 Propelled into the spotlight with her Tiny Desk Contest win in 2016, we caught up with Gaelynn Lea about her role as a popular touring musician and public figure. Read More ›
Music News: Grammys organization to name first-ever woman president April 15, 2019 Billboard reports that for the first time ever, the Recording Academy will be led by a woman. Also in the news today: Coachella recap, Jay-Z to reopen Webster Hall, fans petition to rename black hole in Chris Cornell's honor, and Spoon respond to video of Pete Buttigieg playing their music. Plus, what are Taylor Swift and Madonna teasing? Read More ›
Amanda Palmer stuns with piano performance in The Current studio April 15, 2019 Amanda Palmer performs at The Current Read More ›
Music on TV this week: Weezer; Jade Bird; Blood Orange; the 1975; Lizzo; Toro y Moi April 15, 2019 Artists heard on The Current are frequently featured on TV programs, and we've gathered the listings in one convenient place for you. See the complete listings and find performance videos as the week progresses. You can also subscribe to receive the week's schedule in your inbox to plan your TV viewing around music. Read More ›
Michael Rossetto performs at Radio Heartland April 15, 2019 Michael Rossetto brings who he calls the 'A team' of session musicians into the Radio Heartland studio to perform songs from Rossetto's new album, 'Intermodal Blues.' Read More ›
Album of the Week: The Cactus Blossoms, 'Easy Way' April 15, 2019 The Cactus Blossoms are blooming. There is a timelessness in these songs and nothing can touch Jack and Page's harmonies. Read More ›
The Current's guide to Record Store Day 2019 April 12, 2019 April 13 may as well be Christmas for some vinyl collectors. The Current highlights the best special releases and stories of Record Store Day 2019. Read More ›
Ex Hex perform in The Current studio April 12, 2019 Ahead of a show at the Turf Club in St. Paul, Ex Hex stopped at The Current studio to play songs from their new album, 'It's Real.' Read More ›
Giveaway: Prince - The VERSACE Experience: PRELUDE 2 GOLD cassette April 24, 2019 The VERSACE Experience: PRELUDE 2 GOLD was a hot item on Record Store Day this year. Only 4,000 copies were distributed across the U.S. Did you get a copy? If you didn't, we can help with our Prelude 2 Gold cassette giveaway. Read More ›
Music News: Bruce Springsteen announces new album, 'Western Stars' April 25, 2019 Huge new Bruce Springsteen and Prince album announcements lead today's Music News. Plus, Jade and Jay spotlight new LPs from the Cranberries, Marina, Craig Finn, and Guided By Voices, as well as the new FKA twigs single 'Cellophane.' Read More ›
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Listen to The Current via Smart Speakers July 23, 2018 Listen to The Current on Google Home and Amazon's Echo devices, and get enhanced functionality -- song names, requests, song of the day -- with our Alexa Skill. Read More ›
The Claypool Lennon Delirium play songs, chat with Mary Lucia in The Current studio April 25, 2019 Ahead of their show at the Varsity Theater in Minneapolis, the Claypool Lennon Delirium visited The Current studio to play songs and to have a lively conversation with host Mary Lucia. Read More ›
The Claypool Lennon Delirium play songs, chat with Mary Lucia in The Current studio April 25, 2019 Ahead of their show at the Varsity Theater in Minneapolis, the Claypool Lennon Delirium visited The Current studio to play songs and to have a lively conversation with host Mary Lucia. Read More ›
Watch Son Volt live in concert at First Avenue April 24, 2019 Watch Son Volt perform songs from their new album 'Union' -- alongside old favorites -- live from First Avenue in Minneapolis, Minn. Read More ›
Amanda Palmer stuns with piano performance in The Current studio April 15, 2019 Amanda Palmer performs at The Current Read More ›
Ex Hex perform in The Current studio April 12, 2019 Ahead of a show at the Turf Club in St. Paul, Ex Hex stopped at The Current studio to play songs from their new album, 'It's Real.' Read More ›
Coffee Break: Prince-penned songs made famous by others April 25, 2019 As we head into Celebration 2019 weekend with more Prince-related events than you can shake a stick it, it was just announced that a new album called 'Originals' which includes Prince's versions of 15 songs he wrote made famous by other people, will be released on June 7. Read More ›
Today in Music History: 'Rock & Roll High School' debuts April 25, 2019 A Beastie Boy got community service, The Ramones made a film, Peter & Gordon topped the charts, blues legend Albert King was born, and Otis Spann and Lisa 'Left Eye' Lopes passed away, 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 ›