The crew have been to Europe and back on latest leg of tour

With a voice reminiscent of modern-day pop singers like Rihanna and Emeli Sandé, powerhouse singer and burgeoning songwriter Ashley DuBose immediately stands out to me as someone who deserves a closer look. She just released her full-length debut, Somethin’ More, at Honey last month, and given how fast it came together — DuBose says she…

It’s the moment a lot of fans have been waiting for before purchasing their single-day passes for SoundTown. Today, the festival released a day-by-day breakdown that shows which acts play on which days of the festival, which runs July 26-29. The ticketing for the festival is broken down into many different options, including general admission…

Lea and Sparhawk just released their first album, 'Imperfecta'

Local bands that deserve must-hear status this week

Now in its ninth year, the annual Rebel Rebel: Rock for Pussy animal shelter fundraiser-slash-David Bowie tribute night drew its largest crowd yet and kept the crowd singing and dancing for hours. The event is spearheaded by The Current’s own Mary Lucia and David Campbell, but it was clear throughout the night that the execution…

Talent buyer Josh Lacey hired by Live Nation

Read about and download his new track "Lovers Rock"

Local music notes from the week of June 4-8

This summer, it seems like more Twin Cities bands than ever are heading out on the road to play big-name festivals. Trampled by Turtles are playing Bonaroo this weekend, and joining Polica and Doomtree on the bill for Lollapalooza next month. Howler will once again ship overseas for a tour of the UK. Astronautalis is…