The Scouting Report’s first edition of 2023 invites you to check out new music from Minnesota musicians, including Libianca, MAKR AN ERIS, Loser Magnet, and more.

Night Moves, Charlie Parr, Early Eyes, Mae Simpson, FénixDion, and Lanue performed at the ski hangout Papa Charlie’s in Lutsen, Minn., for GNDWIRE Records’ sixth annual Ski Party on Friday, Jan. 6, and Saturday, Jan. 7.

Hear music from Shanna Heckman, Paul Cerar, Lanue, Josh Lubovich, and more.

Host Diane returns for her first show of 2023 with a showcase of new local music. Artist include Libianca, Heiruspecs, Maria Isa, Mono Moon, Loser Magnet and Lumari. Also hear from artists with January residencies, like The Cactus Blossoms, Charlie Parr, Dosh, and Yellow Ostrich.

Lace up your boots for another busy season of shows across the Twin Cities. Maggie Rogers, Charlie Parr, Ani DeFranco, and many more concerts are right around the corner.

In this musical tribute hosted by Jill Riley, we remember the musicians we lost in 2022. We'll highlight milestones in each artist's career and explore their lasting impact on the music world — and spin their most beloved songs.

Here are The Current staff’s picks for the top Minnesota singles and albums of 2022.

As we close the book on 2022, here are 10 music events throughout the Twin Cities to celebrate the start of 2023.

Raffaella performed music from her recent EP, Live, Raff, Love (Act 1) and spoke with The Current's Local Show host Diane about integrating into the Twin Cities music scene and incorporating humor into serious subject matter.  

Bleak mid-winter is brightened by the tradition and cozy camaraderie of music residencies — featuring the Cactus Blossoms, Charlie Parr, and more — found in Minneapolis and St. Paul.