Minnesota is finally thawing out after a long winter. As the days get warmer, minds begin to wander toward everything that summer has to offer in the Twin Cities. The Minneapolis Park and Recreation Board’s “Music and Movies in the Parks” makes it to the top of many locals’ lists every year, supplementing the beautiful…

When we millennials think back to when we were teenagers, we’re not reminiscing about having millions of views racked up on YouTube. Today, younger generations have more access to technology and the internet than ever before. 13-year-old Minnesotan Julie Bella has used this accessibility to her advantage in helping to launch a music career. If you…

The 2018 Tony nominations have been announced, and it's a big year for The Current's playlist. It got us thinking about other Current bands that have been nominated for awards in theater, television and movie categories. So for today's 9:30 Coffee Break, what bands do you want to hear that have been nominated for Tonys, Emmys or Oscars?

In 'Twilight of the Gods,' Steven Hyden writes a gen-X requiem for classic rock.

Every once in a while, SoundCloud yields something really promising. When I first heard Moise’s song “Wildflower” on that platform, I knew enough to pay attention; about a year later, this artist is getting ready to release his debut project (Amongst the Leaves, which will contain new single “a thousand miles”) and perform around the…

Thanks to Aaron for writing in with today's theme idea. May 1 is May Day, a day not just to signify spring and warmer temperatures but also the working class. So for today's 9:30 Coffee Break, what songs do you want to hear for the working class?

The latest Album of the Week is Trampled by Turtles 'Life is Good on the Open Road'. So for today's 9:30 Coffee Break, what songs do you want to hear that feature the banjo? (See if you can transcend just the bluegrass genre.)

Duluth-based Trampled by Turtles are back with their latest release, 'Life is Good on the Open Road' and it's our Album of the Week.

Compared to other festivals, there’s something different about the interactions you have with people at the Mid West Music Fest (MWMF). Whether you’re posting up next to someone at a stage or just passing them on the street, people greet you with a smile — as though you might be a friend, because you probably…

Thanks to Loran for writing in with today's theme suggestion. For today's 9:30 Coffee Break, what songs do you want to hear that have a person's first and last name in the lyrics?