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February Scouting Report, songs of protest and unity, and more

by Diane

February 22, 2026

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GR3G performing at First Avenue's Best New Bands of 2025 on Saturday, Jan. 17, 2026, at First Avenue in Minneapolis.
GR3G performing at First Avenue's Best New Bands of 2025 on Saturday, Jan. 17, 2026, at First Avenue in Minneapolis.Laura Buhman for MPR

This week’s Local Show highlights the artists on our February Scouting Report, spotlighting new and noteworthy music you should know about. From the experimental electronic sounds of The Busy Signals to the psychedelic rock of Manias to the poetic and rhythmic rapping styles of Greg – get engrossed in your community’s artistic vibes. Minnesota artists far and wide have also been responding to our state’s current political events with their voices through music. The Local Show will continue highlighting this new music as our community continues to unite in unprecedented ways.

Song Debuts:

“No More Darkness” by Alan Sparhawk

“put it in a poem not a song.” by GR3G

“Feel Free” by Anything You Want

“I Do Something Dumb” by The Busy Signals

“Automatic” by Manias

“Believe The Lore” feat. Medium Zach by D’Allen White

“Do You Posses An Iron Will” by Molly Brandt

“Lies For Power and Profit” by Fires of Denmark

“Do You Know Where You’re Going” by The Friend Ship

Playlist

Hour 1: https://www.thecurrent.org/playlist/the-current/2026-02-22/19

Hour 2: https://www.thecurrent.org/playlist/the-current/2026-02-22/20

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This activity is made possible in part by the Minnesota Legacy Amendment’s Arts & Cultural Heritage Fund.
put it in a poem not a song.