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Scouting Report Poll 2026: Meet the Top 10

by Diane

April 12, 2026

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Bunny Blood (from left to right): Jared Denton Jones, Hallie Gronquist, and Josh Fetzek
Bunny Blood (from left to right): Jared Denton Jones, Hallie Gronquist, and Josh FetzekBump Opera for MPR

Hear the results of this year’s Scouting Report poll. More than 200 community members voted for who they think the best new bands and artists are in Minnesota. Check out music from the top 10 vote-getters. From bluegrass, to experimental rock, jazz to shoegaze – hear the new artist making waves in local music. We also introduce our Local Artist of the Month: Bunny Blood.

Song Debuts:

“Can You Come Home” by Bunny Blood

“Quina” by Astronomy Town

“Keep It Clean” by Rosie Daze Band

“Dream Girl” by Halfway Down

“Alone Song” by Third Date

“Dizzy” by Bunny Bood

“The Lake” by Bunny Blood

Playlist

Hour 1: https://www.thecurrent.org/playlist/the-current/2026-04-12/19

Hour 2: https://www.thecurrent.org/playlist/the-current/2026-04-12/20

This activity is made possible in part by the Minnesota Legacy Amendment’s Arts & Cultural Heritage Fund.
Scouting Report Poll 2026: Meet the Top 10