News and InterviewsHow Heart to Gold's explosive energy got them a record deal Macie Rasmussen and Jaida Grey Eagle • Dec 5, 2022For the release of the alt-punk band’s second album, ‘Tom,’ they connected with legendary Philadelphia producer Will Yip. Then they reconnected for the new ‘Live at Studio 4’ EP.
News and InterviewsU2, Gladys Knight among 2022 Kennedy Center honoreesElizabeth Blair • Dec 5, 2022Amy Grant, George Clooney, Gladys Knight, U2 and Tania León attended a dinner at the U.S. State Department and a gala tribute event. The 45th annual Kennedy Center Honors airs on CBS later this month.
In MemoriamBob McGrath of 'Sesame Street' has died at 90Emma Bowman • Dec 5, 2022McGrath, who starred as "Bob Johnson" on the beloved children's program, died on Sunday after complications from a stroke, according to his family.
News and InterviewsLaura Hugo creates intricate songs that process trauma with tenderness Marla Khan-Schwartz and Jaida Grey Eagle • Dec 2, 2022The Minneapolis-based Indigenous singer-songwriter is taking part in The Current’s Emerging Artists Showcase on Saturday, Dec. 3 in Duluth.
News and InterviewsThird Man Records celebrates ’90s Minneapolis shoegaze on new compilationErik Thompson • Dec 2, 2022The Midwest shoegaze compilation Southeast of Saturn Vol. 2 includes songs by Colfax Abbey, 27 Various, Shapeshifter, Fauna, and Ousia.
News and InterviewsGlastonbury 2023 will be Elton John's U.K. farewellThe Associated Press • Dec 2, 2022Glastonbury Festival organizers say Elton John's performance on the 2023 festival's final night on June 25 will be his farewell show in the U.K.
The Morning Show - with Jill RileyRosa Linn: interview with Jill RileyJill Riley • Dec 1, 2022The rising Armenian singer-songwriter talks about her hit song ‘Snap,’ the Eurovision Song Contest, and the importance of authenticity.
In MemoriamFleetwood Mac's Christine McVie dies at 79The Associated Press • Nov 30, 2022The British-born vocalist, songwriter and keyboard player whose cool, soulful contralto helped define such classics as "You Make Loving Fun," "Everywhere" and "Don't Stop," died Wednesday.
The Local Show®Lazerbeak opens up on music, life, 'Lava Bangers II'Diane • Nov 30, 2022Ten years ago, Doomtree’s established artist/producer Lazerbeak released his most career-defying record, Lava Bangers. The freshly released Lava Bangers II, in celebration of the first, consists of 20 new instrumental beats, from techno, hyper-pop and hip-hop. Lazerbeak spoke with Local Show host Diane about this new record, as well as his work with Lizzo, Dessa, Doomtree, and more.
News and InterviewsRock the halls with The Current's Holiday Stream Nov 28, 2022A playlist featuring more than 35 hours of curated holiday music is now streaming live at thecurrent.org, and on The Current’s mobile app.