News and InterviewsJazz guitarist Pat Martino, a virtuoso twice over, dies at 77Shaun Brady • Nov 2, 2021The lauded guitarist's career spanned nearly six decades, beginning with an auspicious education in Pennsylvania from a teacher of John Coltrane.
News and InterviewsInterview: Wet Leg's Rhian Teasdale and Hester ChambersJill Riley • Nov 2, 2021The Isle of Wight Duo frequently revisit the topic of “fun” when making decisions about the band. Wet Leg’s Rhian Teasdale explained to Jill Riley, "Is it fun? Yes. Okay, let's do this. Is it not fun? Okay, let's try and do less of that."
Album of the WeekAlbum of the Week: Parquet Courts, 'Sympathy for Life'Reed Fischer • Nov 1, 2021Smart technology’s outright assault on human existence is daunting to think about, but music that explores it can still be fun. Take it from Parquet Courts. On the New York-based art-rockers’ seventh studio album, Sympathy for Life, a vital combo of funk grooves and punk attitude turn doomscroll living into high art.
News and InterviewsBarack Obama honors Jay-Z at his Rock & Roll Hall of Fame induction Hazel Cills • Oct 31, 2021The hip hop legend was inducted by the former president and comedian Dave Chappelle. The induction makes Jay-Z one of the few solo rappers to ever be included in the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame.
The Morning Show - With Jill RileyWhat scary songs do you want to hear?Sean McPherson • Oct 30, 2021This year Halloween falls on a weekend, and Sean McPherson’s goal tonight is to scare you, your kids, and your pets. But, he needs your help.
News and InterviewsInterview with Adam Granduciel of The War On DrugsMac Wilson • Oct 29, 2021Adam Granduciel of The War on Drugs joins The Current's Mac Wilson to discuss the band's fifth studio record, "I Don't Live Here Anymore". Granduciel talks about getting the band back together after 20 months apart, their 2020 live album "Live Drugs," and how fatherhood has affected his creative process.
Local Current BlogThe Come-Up: 8 Minnesota hip-hop artists with new music to hear nowJeffrey Bissoy-Mattis • Oct 29, 2021Listen and watch: New music from Dua Saleh, K. Raydio, KayCyy, and more.
The Morning Show - With Jill RileyCoffee Break: BloodAnna Weggel and Jill Riley • Oct 29, 2021For today's Coffee Break, what BLOOD SONGS do you want to hear?
News and InterviewsBandwidth: First Avenue's star turn at the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame ceremony Reed Fischer • Oct 29, 2021Plus: Halloween musical treats, Minnesota’s rep on “The Voice,” and more.
