Lindsey Buckingham talks about collaborating with longtime friend Christine McVie October 30, 2017 Lindsey Buckingham and Christine McVie have collaborated on a new record, and they've been busy touring in support of it. On Monday, they performed at Northrop in Minneapolis. Ahead of the show, Brian Oake and Jill Riley got Lindsey Buckingham on the phone to talk about the new album and about collaborating with his longtime pals from Fleetwood Mac.
Arcade Fire talk employment, American Dream, 'Everything Now' October 30, 2017 Before their set at the Xcel Energy Center, Will Butler and Tim Kingsbury of Arcade Fire told The Current about album sequencing, the Butlers' family history, and the team it takes to tour.
Emily Saliers of the Indigo Girls describes the inspiration for 'Murmuration Nation' October 4, 2017 What would make longtime Indigo Girl Emily Saliers decide to embark on a solo album and tour? Saliers talks with Brian Oake and Jill Riley about why it was time for her to strike out on her own.
Robin Pecknold of Fleet Foxes chats with Mac Wilson October 3, 2017 Between two sold-out shows at the Palace Theatre in St. Paul, the Fleet Foxes frontman talked about visiting the Walker Art Center, what it's like playing at the Palace and at Red Rocks, and how Fleet Foxes may be gaining something in common with the Grateful Dead.
Interview: Open Mike Eagle discusses making 'Brick Body Kids Still Daydream' September 30, 2017 Hear Open Mike Eagle describe how he painted a mural of the community at the Robert Taylor Homes in his new album.
Interview: TIIIIIIIIIIP on confronting sexual harassment at music and night club events September 29, 2017 TIIIIIIIIIIP talks with Sean McPherson about the initiative to curb sexual assault at clubs and music events.
Party fiend Andrew W.K. announces new album September 18, 2017 Tonight, Andrew W.K. brings his 'The Party Never Dies' tour to First Avenue. Before the show, he stopped into The Current to announce his first new album since 2009.
Cali Vibes, Minnesota Nights: an interview with KenSoul and Pete Stylez September 12, 2017 Singer/artist KenSoul and music producer Pete Stylez first connected in the Twin Cities before deciding to work on a project together in Los Angeles. Contributor Jeffrey Bissoy-Mattis recently caught up with KenSoul and Pete Stylez when they were in town to promote their upcoming release, 'Cali Vibes, Minnesota Nights.' In addition to talking about their new project, the two musicians also speak about their musical origins, their working relationship and the state of hip hop in Minnesota.
Interview: The Legendary DJ Jazzy Jeff September 9, 2017 Sean McPherson talks with hip hop legend DJ Jazzy Jeff.
Emily Haines opens up about 'Choir of the Mind' August 28, 2017 With a new solo album, 'Choir of the Mind,' scheduled for release on Sept. 15, Emily Haines talks with New Hot host David Safar about the forthcoming record. 'I just hope this album gives people a sense of respite and of breath and that it's of value,' Haines says.