Folk and Americana artist Metts stands apart from other ‘American Idol’ alumni by virtue of creating his own music.

For today’s 9:30 Coffee Break, what songs do you want to hear from artists with Mexican heritage?

Munson Fest at the Fitzgerald Theater on Thursday, May 1, raised funds for the Semisonic, The New Standards, and Trip Shakespeare bassist following his stroke on Feb. 23.

For today’s 9:30 Coffee Break, what songs do you want to hear that strike a chord?

For today’s 9:30 Coffee Break, what songs do you want to hear that mention flowers for May Day?

For today’s 9:30 Coffee Break, what songs from this year's inductees do you want to hear?

The late singer-songwriter had visited The Current on a couple of occasions, and always brought his warm, genuine spirit.

For today’s 9:30 Coffee Break, what songs do you want to hear that mention wishes?

The three-day festival included a reunion of the Carolina Chocolate Drops and the debut of Giddens’ new band, The Old-Time Revue.

Kiss the Tiger and Lighter Co. also performed on Friday, April 25, at Amsterdam Bar & Hall in St. Paul.