Loudon Wainwright III performs in The Current studio November 4, 2018 With a new collection of songs and a new Netflix special on the way (produced by Judd Apatow and directed by Christopher Guest), the prolific singer-songwriter Loudon Wainwright III stopped at The Current to play songs and to chat with host Bill DeVille.
Watch Low live in concert at the Fitzgerald Theater November 2, 2018 On Friday, November 2, Low performed their 'Double Negative' tour live from the historic Fitzgerald Theater in downtown St. Paul, Minn. The Current streamed live video of the show; watch the archived concert.
Mountain Man perform in The Current studio November 1, 2018 The three-piece vocal group Mountain Man released their first album in 2010. 'I had always assumed that we would probably make another record but probably when we were about 60," says band member Amelia Meath. Thankfully, Mountain Man released their second album, 'Magic Ship,' in 2018. Before their sold-out show at the Cedar Cultural Center, Mountain Man stopped at The Current for a session hosted by Jade.
Early Eyes perform in The Current's studio October 30, 2018 Early Eyes have had a big year. They released EPs "Decorating" and "All Shades of Teal"; they've sold out their Nov. 2 show at the 7th St Entry; and they performed their first in-studio session at The Current, hosted by Sean McPherson.
The Dirty Nil perform in The Current studio October 30, 2018 Hamilton, Ont., band the Dirty Nil simply love to rock. 'We just love rock and roll of all kinds -- thrash metal, folk, it doesn't matter,' says guitarist Luke Bentham. 'For me, at least, I find myself subconsciously stealing little tricks from all of them.' The Dirty Nil recently visited The Current's studio for a session hosted by Mac Wilson to talk about touring in North America and to play songs from their album, 'Master Volume.'
Maggie Rogers performs in The Current studio October 29, 2018 Maggie Rogers' music career has advanced very quickly, a fact that's not lost on the singer-songwriter. Her forthcoming album, 'Heard It In A Past Life,' is a reflection of that. ' I just think I've been trying to do this for a very long time, and this is the lifetime it all sort of works out,' Rogers says. Before her sold-out show at First Avenue, Maggie Rogers stopped at The Current for a session hosted by Mary Lucia.
Mitski performs in The Current studio October 29, 2018 The day after playing a sold-out show at First Avenue in Minneapolis, singer-songwriter Mitski and her band stopped at The Current studio to play songs from 'Be the Cowboy' and to talk with host Mac Wilson. Playing the First Avenue Mainroom was a special gig for Mitski; 'Just something about the energy in the room was just wonderful,' she says.
Joyce Manor perform a stripped-down set at The Current October 23, 2018 Known for their high-energy shows, California's Joyce Manor shake things up a bit with a semi-acoustic set ahead of their show at the Cedar Cultural Center in Minneapolis. Joyce Manor perform tunes from their latest release, 'Million Dollars To Kill Me,' which has received plaudits for its demonstration of the band's maturation ... even though the band members themselves don't quite hear the difference.
Mikaela Davis performs at The Current October 23, 2018 Singer-songwriter Mikaela Davis is on tour in support of 'Delivery,' her first full-length album on a major label (Rounder Records). A harpist and pianist, Davis and her band bring a unique sound to the indie rock universe. Listen to her complete in-studio session, hosted by Bill DeVille.
Jain performs in The Current studio October 20, 2018 Jain returns to The Current's studio, bearing new songs and an old favorite. Tonight, she'll play a sold-out show at the Fine Line in Minneapolis. But first, she stopped in to talk with Mac Wilson and perform "Makeba," "Inspecta," and "Alright."