Czukay, who passed away Sep. 6 at his home -- also his former band's studio -- in Germany, was a classically trained musician whose influence seeped deeply into music history.

On Wednesday morning, St. Vincent released the details about her new album, a new single, and held a press conference in a display of media wrangling prowess.

Artists heard on The Current are frequently featured on late-night TV. With September upon us, many programs are returning to regular production schedules. This week's lineup includes Gary Clark Jr., Royal Blood and The National.

This week's DJ Pick of the Week from Mark Wheat is from the The Fall's 'Brillo De Facto' from their 32nd studio album, 'New Facts Emerge'.

It's tough to think of a rock band as ferocious as Husker Du that has been more badly served by its recording history. Chicago label the Numero Group has taken the band's early material and given it the treatment it deserves.

Watch a charming video for 'Over Everything,' the first single from Courtney Barnett and Kurt Vile's album-length collaboration, 'Lotta Sea Lice,' due Oct. 13.

Artists heard on The Current are frequently featured on late-night TV. As we head into the Labor Day weekend, most programs are in reruns this week, but 'Austin City Limits' has a new show featuring Beck.

'Ctrl' is SZA's debut album out on RCA Records.

The 2017 Minnesota State Fair is underway, and it's a tradition for Bill DeVille to provide a rundown of some music picks at the Grandstand and at the many free stages around the fairgrounds, including the MPR booth. In looking at the 2017 State Fair lineup, DeVille calls it 'a banner year' for music.

Jeffrey Bissoy-Mattis has assembled a list of Twin Cities-based rappers on the ascent. 'This is not my top rappers of Minnesota list (too much talent to even begin to construct one),' Bissoy-Mattis writes. 'This is just a list of individuals from the Twin Cities that I enjoy listening to, and who I enjoy watching develop their craft.'