Classic AmericanaClassic Americana: Clifton ChenierMike Pengra and Luke Taylor • Jun 27, 2025For this week’s Classic Americana pick, we mark the 100th anniversary of the birth of legendary performer Clifton Chenier, known as the King of Zydeco.
Coffee BreakCoffee Break: Pride WeekendJill Riley and Nilufer Arsala • Jun 27, 2025For today’s 9:30 Coffee Break, what Pride-themed dance anthems would you like to hear?
Chart ShowThe Chart Show: Wet Leg slug out another week at No. 1 Jun 26, 2025Isle of Wight indie-rockers Wet Leg hold on to the top spot while new songs by Japanese Breakfast and Minneapolis band Night Moves make Chart Show debuts.
Coffee BreakCoffee Break: AccordionsJill Riley and Nilufer Arsala • Jun 26, 2025For today’s 9:30 Coffee Break, what songs that feature an accordion would you like to hear?
News and InterviewsWhere to find backyard concerts in the Twin Cities this summerLuke Taylor • Jun 25, 2025Amid a trend of homeowners opening their residences as informal music venues, The Current checked in with three domestic impresarios about what it’s like to host concerts at home.
Coffee BreakCoffee Break: Global Beatles DayJill Riley and Nilufer Arsala • Jun 25, 2025For today’s 9:30 Coffee Break, what songs from The Beatles’ universe would you like to hear?
WatchValerie June plays songs from 'Owls, Omens and Oracles' in The Current studio Mac Wilson • Jun 25, 2025In town for a show at the State Theatre in Minneapolis, singer-songwriter Valerie June brings her music and joyful spirit into The Current studio.
Coffee BreakCoffee Break: Get DressedJill Riley and Nilufer Arsala • Jun 24, 2025For today’s 9:30 Coffee Break, what songs with clothing in the title or with lyrics that mention clothes would you like to hear?
Coffee BreakCoffee Break: Turn It AroundNilufer Arsala • Jun 23, 2025For today’s 9:30 Coffee Break, what songs about getting through a tough situation or turning it into a good one would you like to hear?
The Current's AnniversaryWatch full sets by Frank Black, Beach Bunny, and more at The Current's 20th Anniversary shows Jun 20, 2025In January, The Current celebrated 20 years on-air, online and in the community with two nights of music at First Avenue. Watch full performances by Frank Black, Beach Bunny, Bad Bad Hats and she’s green.