The Minnesota music community lost several important individuals in 2025. This week, The Local Show will honor these treasured figures, from behind-the-scenes workers like Conrad Sverkerson, the legendary stage manager for First Avenue, to iconic musicians like Jellybean Johnson of The Time, who also served a mentor to many up-and-coming local musicians.

This week’s Local Show also features our December Scouting Report, highlighting discoverable local artists like Bird Dog, Lookbook, June LaLonde, K3ko and more.

Song Debuts:

“Unhide” by Lookbook

“Nebraska” by Bird Dog

“stay with me” by k3ko

“Framemaker” by June LaLonde

“Side by Side” by Pert Near Sandstone

Playlist

https://www.thecurrent.org/playlist/the-current/2025-12-14

Stay up to date with new local releases on our Spotify playlist!