PhotosPhotos: Thomas Sticha kicks off The Current Happy Hours 2026 season with a live set in RochesterRosei Skipper • May 15, 2026The Minnesota-based country and folk artist performed at Little Thistle Brewing on Thursday night.
WatchThe Band of Heathens perform songs from 'Country Sides' at The CurrentBill DeVille • May 15, 2026Celebrating a new album and 20 years as a band, The Band of Heathens visited The Current to record a session and an interview with host Bill DeVille.
Today In Music HistoryMay 15 in Music History: Run-DMC released 'Raising Hell' May 15, 2026"Subterranean Homesick Blues" peaked at No. 39; Run-DMC released 'Raising Hell'; June Carter Cash passed away; Bob Dylan got his first top-40 hit; Paul met Linda; Crosby Stills Nash and Young had a chart-topping album; Blur's 'Parklife' began its lasting splash on the chart; and Brian Eno was born, Today in Music History.
Coffee BreakCoffee Break: Chamber PopJill Riley and Nilufer Arsala • May 15, 2026For today’s 9:30 Coffee Break, what songs that could be considered chamber pop would you like to hear?
Chart ShowThe Chart Show: Kacey Musgraves' "Dry Spell" is back at No. 1 May 14, 2026Check out the Top 10 voted on The Chart Show this week.
Discover MusicA guide to music festivals in Minnesota (and nearby) in 2026Reed Fischer • May 14, 2026From Big Turn to the Minnesota State Fair, find the lineups, locations, dates, ticket info, and details for more than 50 of the biggest music festivals and events of the entire year. This guide features concerts in Minneapolis, St. Paul, greater Minnesota, and the Midwest.
Today In Music HistoryMay 14 in Music History: Cocteau Twins released 'Milk & Kisses' in the U.S. May 14, 2026Dan Auerbach was born; Bo Diddley released his debut single; John Lennon and Paul McCartney appeared on NBC's 'The Tonight Show'; Brian Eno first heard Talking Heads; and B.B. King passed away, Today in Music History.
Coffee BreakCoffee Break: Happy Birthday, David ByrneJill Riley and Nilufer Arsala • May 14, 2026For today’s 9:30 Coffee Break, what songs from the David Byrne universe would you like to hear?
News and InterviewsInterview: The Suburbs on A Pagan Ritual: Live at The Cabooze 1983, and upcoming showsJill Riley and Natalia Toledo • May 13, 2026The legendary Minneapolis band will celebrate the release of a new live album captured during a concert 43 years ago at the landmark music venue in Minneapolis.
News and InterviewsInterview: Cannons on new album 'Everything Glows,' touring with Bob Moses, and band member Paul Davis' recovery May 13, 2026Michelle Joy and Ryan Clapham of Los Angeles band Cannons stopped by The Current’s Morning Show and talked with host Jill Riley about their new album Everything Glows, touring with Bob Moses, and shared an updated on their band member Paul Davis.