The alternative rock legends brought epic sets to Armory in Minneapolis on Friday, Aug. 15. Chicago indie-rock rising stars Friko opened up.

Minneapolis psychedelic shoegaze band she’s green put on a thrilling performance at Fine Line on Friday, Aug. 15. Mother Soki, Lana Leone, and bugsy opened up.

Mick Jagger got hurt making a film; Diana Ross had her second No. 1 single; the Police made their live debut; Kanye made an impassioned anti-discrimination speech; the Beatles' classic lineup made its debut; Clairo was born, and Chic went No. 1, Today in Music History.

For today’s 9:30 Coffee Break, what 80s songs would you like to hear?

Your guide for live music each day of the Great Minnesota Get-Together.

Playing Thursday in Minneapolis as part of The Current’s Happy Hours series, messersmith played a solo set that charmed an audience who braved the chance of rain.

This week’s Classic Americana pick honors a hitmaking singer who also became a champion for people with speech impairment: Mel Tillis.

The Woodstock Music & Arts Festival took place; Paul Simon played for a huge crowd; Elvis Presley went to No. 1; and George Harrison wrote a book, Today in Music History.

For today’s 9:30 Coffee Break, what songs that help you unwind and relax would you like to hear?

Coming off recent standout performances at Minnesota Yacht Club Festival and Hinterland, singer-songwriter Perez’s “At The Beach, In Every Life” makes a stunning Chart Show debut in the No. 2 spot. Bon Iver holds No. 1 for the third week in a row.