Classic AmericanaClassic Americana: Patsy ClineMike Pengra and Luke Taylor • Sep 6, 2024This week we spotlight singer Patsy Cline, whose life and career were all too short, but whose mark on music remains indelible.
News and InterviewsFolk duo Gillian Welch and David Rawlings release their album 'Woodland'A Martínez • Sep 4, 2024The folk music duo of Gillian Welch and David Rawlings release their album 'Woodland," four years after a tornado destroyed their home and studio.
Classic AmericanaClassic Americana: Don SchlitzMike Pengra and Luke Taylor • Aug 30, 2024This week, we celebrate the birthday of hit-making songwriter Don Schlitz — whose name you may not know, but whose songs you definitely will.
WatchWatch Jana Mila perform songs from 'Chameleon' at The Current Aug 28, 2024Amsterdam-based singer-songwriter Jana Mila visited The Current in July to play songs from her upcoming album, “Chameleon,” out on Friday, Aug. 30, on New West Records.
WatchLainey Wilson: Tiny Desk ConcertStephen Thompson • Aug 27, 2024The whole deeply charming set announced Wilson as a star with staying power.
Classic AmericanaClassic Americana: John Lee HookerMike Pengra and Luke Taylor • Aug 23, 2024This week, we spotlight the prolific blues artist John Lee Hooker, who connected the music of the Mississippi Delta to northern cities, to California, and to the world.
Classic AmericanaClassic Americana: Kenny RogersMike Pengra and Luke Taylor • Aug 16, 2024This week, we spotlight one of the most celebrated artists in recorded-music history, Kenny Rogers.
WatchSierra Ferrell: Tiny Desk ConcertAnn Powers • Aug 14, 2024Sierra Ferrell is the May Queen of American roots music — no matter what month it is.
Classic AmericanaClassic Americana: John ConleeMike Pengra and Luke Taylor • Aug 9, 2024This week, we spotlight Kentucky-born singer-songwriter John Conlee.
Classic AmericanaClassic Americana: Buddy GuyMike Pengra and Luke Taylor • Aug 2, 2024This week, we spotlight Chicago blues legend and Rock and Roll Hall of Fame inductee, Buddy Guy.
