News and InterviewsJaedyn James finds love rooted in herself on new albumAli Elabbady • May 30, 2023On ‘Loving You So Hard,’ Minneapolis-based James steps out as a solo artist.
The Morning Show - with Jill RileyCoffee Break: Top Janet Jackson songsJade • May 30, 2023For today’s 9:30 Coffee Break, which songs by Janet Jackson should we play?
PhotosPhotos: Devon Gilfillian at Surly Happy HourDarin Kamnetz • May 26, 2023Devon Gilfillian kicked off The Current’s Happy Hour series at Surly Brewing, on Wednesday, May 24th.
The Morning Show - with Jill RileyCoffee Break: Songs celebrating sunny days aheadMac Wilson • May 26, 2023For today’s 9:30 Coffee Break, which songs that bring a ray of sunshine to the day should we play?
WatchTurn Turn Turn play a session in The Current studio Mike Pengra • May 25, 2023A dynamic collection of singer-songwriters and musicians, Minneapolis band Turn Turn Turn visited The Current studio to perform a session for Radio Heartland, after which they spoke with host Mike Pengra.
The Morning Show - with Jill RileyCoffee Break: Songs to remember Tina TurnerMac Wilson • May 25, 2023For today’s 9:30 Coffee Break, which songs by Tina Turner should we play?
News and InterviewsAnita Velveeta makes music for weirdos like herselfMacie Rasmussen and Jaida Grey Eagle • May 24, 2023In March, the St. Paul-based musician put out ‘Western Amphibians’ — a sonic kaleidoscope emerging from a place within her lived experience.
In MemoriamTina Turner, rock and roll icon, dead at 83Annie Zaleski • May 24, 2023The pioneering vocalist, who played a pivotal role in the history of rock and soul music, had suffered a litany of health issues in recent years.
The Morning Show - with Jill RileyCoffee Break: Songs for Bob Dylan's 82nd birthdayJill Riley • May 24, 2023For today’s 9:30 Coffee Break, which songs by Bob Dylan should we play?
WatchThe New Pornographers perform in The Current studioJill Riley • May 24, 2023A band since 1997, the New Pornographers continue to evolve with their latest album, ‘Continue as a Guest.’ The band visited The Current to play songs from the album, their ninth full-length release.