News and Interviews64th Grammys: All the Minnesotans nominatedJay Gabler • Nov 23, 2021The Recording Academy has announced the nominees for the 64th annual Grammys. Here are the Minnesota artists up for awards!
News and InterviewsYouth music producers create new song for T-WolvesMecca Bos • Nov 22, 2021Minneapolis Park & Recreation and Urban World’s collaborative Creative Arts Studio @ Powderhorn helps aspiring producers learn the industry and hone their craft.
News and InterviewsDuluth set to pass 'Footloose ordinance'Jay Gabler • Nov 19, 2021Since 1925, Duluth businesses have needed to get a special license to allow public dancing where alcohol is sold. “We’ve all been breaking the law a long time,” says one city councilor.
News and InterviewsMill City Sound launches label to reissue vinylLuke Taylor • Nov 19, 2021With the vinyl renaissance in full effect, record retailer Rob Sheeley’s Backgroove Records will produce vinyl reissues for many of those “lost” songs.
Discover MusicMeet Ben Farmer, a Minneapolis music wizardJulian • Nov 19, 2021In a biweekly series of features, we’re inviting Minnesota artists to introduce themselves to our audience. Today: Ben Farmer, a Minneapolis producer working at the intersection of music and technology.
Discover MusicErik Koskinen video puts you in driver's seatLuke Taylor • Nov 18, 2021The video for Koskinen’s new single ‘Down in the Factory’ was shot from the cabs of various trucks and farm implements.
Discover Music'Bonnie Raitt' track by trackCecilia Johnson • Nov 16, 2021Bonnie Raitt’s debut album is 50! At 21 years old, she recorded “Bonnie Raitt” in Minnetrista, Minn. with a crew of West Bank musicians.
Discover MusicFriday Five: New Minnesota music videosJay Gabler • Nov 12, 2021New clips feature Night Moves, Ka Lia Universe, Liz Draper, Allan Kingdom, and the vloggers known as Squirmy and Grubs.
News and InterviewsBandwidth: My first Twin Cities concert in a long, long timeReed Fischer • Nov 12, 2021Plus: Beach House’s new record’s MN connection, fresh holiday music from local legends, and more.
The Scouting ReportThe Scouting Report: November 2021Staff • Nov 9, 2021This month on The Scouting Report, The Current’s local team spotlights Raffaella, LUXYS, Durry, Corbin, K.Raydio, and more Minnesota artists.