Rock the GardenFather John Misty to headline Rock the Garden 2018 Dec 13, 2017On June 16, 2018, Father John Misty will bring his music and his spellbinding stage presence to Rock The Garden.
News and InterviewsGo inside JD McPherson's new 'Style' videoLuke Taylor • Dec 12, 2017The video for JD McPherson's single, 'Style (Is a Losing Game)' was shot during business hours at a barbershop in Los Angeles. 'All the barbers were really cool having us there,' says the video's director, Sean Dejecacion, who told McPherson, 'We've got to get you in a smock!' Watch the video and go inside its production.
News and InterviewsMark Olson and Ingunn Ringvold on 'Spokeswoman of the Bright Sun,' life in the desert, and dreams of destinyCecilia Johnson • Dec 7, 2017Mark Olson (the Jayhawks) and his musical partner/wife Ingunn Ringvold share stories and insight before visiting the Cedar Cultural Center and Red Herring Lounge on Dec. 9 and 13, respectively.
News and InterviewsTy Segall talks about his new album, 'Freedom's Goblin'David Safar • Dec 5, 2017'Freedom's Goblin' is Ty Segall's new album, a 19-track double album set for release on Jan. 26, 2018. The Current's David Safar recently had a chance to talk to Segall about the new album. 'I think I just wanted to make the freest record I could, in the sense of there's no rules for what's going on,' Segall says.
News and InterviewsChris Stapleton talks about 'From A Room: Volume 2'Ari Shapiro and James Delahoussaye • Dec 4, 2017The Nashville singer sits down with NPR's Ari Shapiro to talk about his latest album, which includes songs he wrote long ago, re-recorded tracks, and covers of his favorite tunes.
News and InterviewsJosh Homme: 'Make the world you want to live in'Brian Oake • Dec 1, 2017Ahead of Queens of the Stone Age's concert at the Palace Theatre in St. Paul on Sunday, Dec. 3, listen to Brian Oake's complete interview with QOTSA front man Josh Homme, who shares, among many things, why it's OK to use the word 'fun' when describing the band's latest album, 'Villians.'
News and InterviewsRobyne Robinson remembers Prince's playful sideJim McGuinn • Nov 30, 2017Robyne Robinson is a former TV news anchor and is currently the director of arts and culture at Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport. During her time as a news anchor, Robinson enjoyed a professional friendship with Prince. On a recent visit to The Current, Robinson spoke with Jim McGuinn, sharing some memorable stories from her time working with Prince, revealing a bit about the artist's playful side.
News and InterviewsAlcohol permit sought for events at Prince's Paisley PaThe Associated Press • Nov 29, 2017Operators of Prince's former home and recording complex in Minnesota are seeking a special permit so they can serve alcohol during the week of the Super Bowl.
News and InterviewsA conversation with Liam GallagherJill Riley and Brian Oake • Nov 22, 2017Before his sold-out show in the First Avenue Mainroom on Monday, Nov. 20, Liam Gallagher took some time to talk with Jill Riley and Brian Oake. 'I don't see myself as an artist,' Gallagher says. 'I see myself as just a rock and roll singer who writes a tune every now and again.' Listen to the full interview and read highlights from the conversation.
News and InterviewsGreen Room Stories: Craig Finn remembers the Triple Rock Social ClubCecilia Johnson and Emmet Kowler • Nov 21, 2017Craig Finn and Lifter Puller baptized the Triple Rock Social Club stage in 2003. Fourteen years later, he recounts stories of opening-night chaos and wine coolers, with just an hour left before his final T-Rock show.