The Chart Show: The xx remain at No.1, inducted to Hall of Fame
by Mark Wheat
February 02, 2017
The xx hold on to the top spot for the third week and are inducted to the Hall of Fame for the fifth time, landing them at No.15 on the All-Time chart. If you were lucky enough to get tickets to their sold out show at the newly renovated Palace theater in April, they will introduce you to a couple of new artists: Sampha and Kelela are opening all the shows on their U.S. tour.
Submit your Chart Show ballot this week for a chance to win tickets to the sold out Hamilton Leithauser show at the Turf Club on Thursday, Feb. 16!
Run the Jewels came a close second this week, perhaps boosted by their amazing appearance on Wait Wait, Don't Tell Me! where they answered questions about who runs the Jews (rabbis).
Ty Segall climbs six places and is The Current's Album of the Week. Segall spoke to New Hot host David Safar this week, telling stories about recording with the infamous Steve Albini and confirming that "Orange Color Queen" is about his new wife (they were married last month) because of her hair and aura.
Arcade Fire are back as the highest new entry with their friend Mavis Staples on a song released in time for President Trump's inauguration. They haven't confirmed that it will be on the forthcoming album but they have released alternate versions.
Hippo Campus crash back in at #14 with a track that will be on their debut album landmark – yes, the title does not have a capital letter. They've sold out their two shows at First Avenue so The Current is hosting a special live listening party at Icehouse next week, and the only way in is to win!
Old 97's, new at No.16, are releasing their ninth studio album, Graveyard Whistling, on Feb. 24. They just debut another single and announced a ton of tour dates.
Cage the Elephant catch the state of our weather right on with the track "Cold Cold Cold", but is that what it's about? Check out the bizarre video that lead singer Matt put together and their recent performance on The Late Show with Stephen Colbert.
The Lemon Twigs have returned after an acrobatic performance at First Avenue for The Current's 12th Birthday Party! Thanks to everyone who came down for both sold out shows – The Current's Nate Ryan shot some great photos.