News and InterviewsDigging for ‘(Diamonds and) Pearls’ in Prince’s expanded reissueMichaelangelo Matos • Oct 27, 2023A writer reckons with his past relationship with this album, and hearing it anew 30 years on with its expanded scope.
News and InterviewsHalloween 2023: Where to find a scary good time in the Twin CitiesTiffany Lukk • Oct 26, 202315 eerie-sistible events around the Twin Cities so you can get your ghost on all week long.
Home StoriesA band, a brand, a spectacle, a SphereCaryn Rose • Oct 24, 2023U2 could sell out stadiums across the globe, but it would have been business as usual. At its Las Vegas residency, the band harnesses its superpower: relentless earnestness.
WatchYard Act perform in The Current studioJill Riley • Oct 24, 2023The Leeds band rocked out with three songs, including their latest single, “The Trench Coat Museum.” Afterwards, frontman James Smith chatted with host Jill Riley.
News and InterviewsThe Current's music director and host Jade is moving on to "next dream" Oct 23, 2023“I’m ready to move on to my next dream,” she says, in a message announcing her departure after 15 years at Minnesota Public Radio.
Home StoriesDessa reflects on new album, live radio, Latin heritageJacob Aloi • Oct 13, 2023Multi-hyphenate talent Dessa has been busy with a new album release, radio hosting and touring. During Hispanic Heritage Month, she discussed with MPR News arts reporter Jacob Aloi her musical journey and how her Latina heritage influenced her work.
Home StoriesNow in theaters: A three-hour testament to Taylor Swift's titan eraBilal Qureshi • Oct 13, 2023The Eras Tour film is precisely as advertised: nothing more and nothing less than a pristine recording of a record-shattering concert spectacle. But will it really be a savior for the cinema industry?
Home StoriesTaylor Swift Eras Tour Concert Film arrives a day early as reviews come in Andrew Limbong • Oct 12, 2023In an Instagram post, the pop star announced that her highly anticipated concert film will be released today, earlier than expected.
WatchBully play songs from 'Lucky For You' at The CurrentAyisha Jaffer • Oct 11, 2023Bully — the musical project led by Alicia Bognanno — visited The Current studio in late September while on tour in support of the band’s latest album, ‘Lucky For You.’
News and InterviewsAnnie Humphrey's new album like nothing before itCathy Wurzer and Leah Lemm • Oct 9, 2023Annie Humphrey, an award-winning musician who comes from the Leech Lake Band of Ojibwe, talked with MPR News’ senior editor of Native News Leah Lemm.