Billie Eilish: 'All I can say is, be patient' October 14, 2019 The 17-year-old pop star talks NPR Music's Stephen Thompson about getting through her teenaged years, directing her own videos, experiencing art with synesthesia and more in this interview, recorded live on stage at Austin's ACL Music Festival.
The Current's Guitar Collection: Natalie Schepman of Joseph, Rockbridge SJ October 3, 2019 When Natalie Schepman first tried the Rockbridge guitar, she was struck by its 'warm and silky' sound. But Schepman describes even more detail about this guitar, and what it represents to her and to the rest of the members of Joseph - and to their extended family.
Interview: John Cusack on Lloyd Dobler and the music of 'Say Anything...' September 29, 2019 Celebrating the 30th anniversary of his film 'Say Anything...' John Cusack talks about shaping the character Lloyd Dobler, and the music used in the film.
Charlie Parr uses injury to reassess and record September 27, 2019 A year after a devastating injury threatened his career, Duluth guitarist Charlie Parr is back with a new album, a new tour and a new understanding of the tunes he plays.
iLLism on Black Love, Black Vulnerability and Mental Health, Black Magic and Celebrating 10 years of Marriage September 26, 2019 As one of the rare couple duos in the Twin Cities, iLLism have been killing the local Hip-Hop scene for many years now. Their latest album, Illuminate, which debuted last spring, reflected frontman Envy's and lead vocalist Fancy's growth as both individuals and as a couple, as well as the beauty of black love. Jeffrey Bissoy interviewed Envy and Fancy about their continuing growth as a couple and as musicians.
Mary Lucia talks to Macy Gray about her new album, 'Ruby' - and more September 26, 2019 Singer-songwriter Macy Gray is back with her 10th studio album, 'Ruby,' and a lead single featuring the guitar work of Gary Clark Jr. Mary Lucia spoke with Macy Gray about the new album, as well as about Gray's fascinating career -- and about going to elementary school with Marilyn Manson.
The Current's Guitar Collection: AJ Haynes of Seratones, Fender Jazzmaster September 24, 2019 Following Seratones' recent studio session, frontperson AJ Haynes took some time to tell us about why she plays a Fender Jazzmaster. 'It just suits me,' she says. 'I love a good surf sound and it's got that impeccably.' Find out more about AJ Haynes and her guitar of choice.
Listen to Devendra Banhart talk about forthcoming album 'Ma' September 9, 2019 Devendra Banhart talks with The Curren't David Safar about his forthcoming release, 'Ma,' out September 13 on Nonesuch Records.
Sean McPherson talks to Sting about 'The Last Ship' September 9, 2019 Acclaimed musical 'The Last Ship,' starring and featuring music by Sting, will make its regional premiere at the Ordway in St. Paul in April 2020. In the run-up to those dates, The Current's Sean McPherson had a chance to speak with the Grammy-winning singer and songwriter.
John Swardson and Bad Blood perform in The Current studio September 8, 2019 Following the release of their new album, 'Blood Moon,' John Swardson and Bad Blood stopped by The Current studio to talk with host Andrea Swensson on The Local Show.