The Scouting Report10 Minnesota artists bringing the heat in JuneDiane, Natalia Toledo and Youa Vang • Jun 6, 202310 Minnesota musicians with new and noteworthy material, including KC Rae, Big Cats, Lucy Michelle, Willow Waters, and more.
89 DaysPrince fans: "7" is the magic number at Celebration 2023Sofia Haan • Jun 6, 2023On the week of Prince’s birthday, fans remember the legend at Paisley Park June 8-11.
In MemoriamAstrud Gilberto, 'Girl from Ipanema' singer, has diedElizabeth Blair • Jun 6, 2023One of the shining voices of bossa nova, the Brazilian artist made both herself and the song world famous with her beguiling rendition, kicking off an illustrious career.
The Morning Show - with Jill RileyCoffee Break: Songs by Cynthia WeilJill Riley • Jun 6, 2023For today’s 9:30 Coffee Break, which songs by legendary songwriter Cynthia Weil should we play?
Queens of the Stone Age Jun 6, 2023Live Nation present Queens of the Stone Age with The End is Nero at the Armory on Sunday, September 17.
PhotosPhotos: Scenes from Grand Old Day 2023Bump Opera • Jun 5, 2023Grand Old Day made a thrilling comeback to St. Paul on Sunday, June 4. The Current’s Grand Stage was a feature attraction with performances by the Jayhawks, Bad Bad Hats, Sophia Eris & MAKR, and DJ Shannon Blowtorch.
Local Current BlogInterview: Dave King discusses the transformation of The Bad PlusDiane • Jun 5, 2023Local Show host Diane talks with drummer/composer Dave King of The Bad Plus about their latest record and new lineup, featuring tenor sax and electric guitar. They also discuss his many side projects, and The Bad Plus’ upcoming show at First Avenue with Marc Ribot’s Ceramic Dog and Al Sparhawk.
ReviewsJess Williamson delivers honesty and depth at Turf ClubSofia Haan • Jun 5, 2023One half of Americana duo Plains returned for a solo show in St. Paul.
The Morning Show - with Jill RileyCoffee Break: Songs to celebrate Black Music MonthJill Riley • Jun 5, 2023For today’s 9:30 Coffee Break, which songs by Black artists that shaped the history of music should we play?
The Current's MicroShow featuring Josh Ritter (solo), supported by Fat Tire Jun 5, 2023Josh Ritter does a MicroShow with solo music performance and book reading at Minneapolis Club on Tuesday, Aug. 15, rescheduled from its original date of June 28.
