In MemoriamCarl Dean, Dolly Parton's husband of nearly 60 years who inspired 'Jolene,' dies at 82The Associated Press • Mar 4, 2025"Words can't do justice to the love we shared for over 60 years," Parton wrote in a statement.
Today In Music HistoryMarch 4 in Music History: Happy birthday to Evan Dando Mar 4, 2025Barbara Martin of The Supremes passed away; Evan Dando was born; The first Grammy winners were announced; John Lennon got into a kerfuffle with comments made in the press; CBS released the Clash's debut album; and the Rolling Stones had a No. 1 hit with "Ruby Tuesday" Today in Music History.
News and InterviewsInterview: Nona Invie slowly explores vulnerability on new solo albumDiane • Mar 3, 2025The Current spoke with Invie — The Local Show’s March Artist of the Month — about the 20-year journey to this present moment, their upcoming tour supporting solo album 'Self-soothing' in the U.S. and France, their relationship with the piano, and more.
The Current Guitar CollectionThe Current's Guitar Collection: Gillian Welch, 1956 Gibson J-50Luke Taylor, Evan Clark and Josh Sauvageau • Mar 3, 2025Singer-songwriter Gillian Welch talks about how a guitar she bought just after she released her first album has been her touring mainstay ever since.
Coffee BreakCoffee Break: State SongsJill Riley and Nilufer Arsala • Mar 3, 2025For today’s 9:30 Coffee Break, what songs do you think should be on the official playlist of Minnesota?
Today In Music HistoryMarch 3 in Music History: Happy Birthday to Jess Wolfe of Lucius Mar 3, 2025Duffy released 'Rockferry'; Jim Fuller of The Surfaris died; Buffalo Springfield formed; the Animals angered some fans in Canada's capital city; the Foo Fighters made their debut; U2 got a street named after them in NY - albeit temporarily; and Harry Nilsson earned a Gold record, Today in Music History.
In MemoriamAngie Stone, soul singer who broke ground in hip-hop, dies at 63Kristin Wright • Mar 3, 2025Stone, a Grammy-nominated R&B singer who rose to fame in the late 1970s, was known for hits like "No More Rain" and "Wish I Didn't Miss You. She was killed in a road collision in Alabama on Saturday.
News and InterviewsOscars 2025: The complete list of winnersDhanika Pineda • Mar 3, 2025Anora won five Academy Awards, including best picture. Zoe Saldaña and Kieran Culkin won best supporting actress and actor. Flow and No Other Land won best animated feature film and best documentary.
In MemoriamDavid Johansen, who fronted the New York Dolls, dies at 75Annie Zaleski • Mar 1, 2025Johansen, a pioneer in punk music who found solo success under the moniker Buster Poindexter, died on Friday. His family announced last month that he had been in treatment for advanced stage cancer.
PhotosPhotos: Poliça and Papa Mbye kick it at First AvenueDaniela Buvat • Feb 28, 2025The Twin Cities-based acts performed for soccer and music fans alike at Minnesota United FC’s third annual Bangers-Only Ball, on Thursday, Feb. 27, at First Avenue.