News and InterviewsMotown songwriter Lamont Dozier has diedElizabeth Blair • Aug 9, 2022Dozier died at 81. As part of the songwriting team Holland-Dozier-Holland, he co-wrote dozens of hits, including "Baby Love," "Heat Wave" and "Reflections," helping to define the Motown sound.
News and InterviewsMotown stars celebrate a museum expansionThe Associated Press • Aug 9, 2022Motown-era buildings near the museum have been transformed into Hitsville NEXT, which will be home to camps, workshops, master classes and community events.
News and Interviews1980s pop goddess Olivia Newton-John has died at age 73Mandalit del Barco and Neda Ulaby • Aug 8, 2022English-Australian singer, songwriter and actress Olivia Newton-John has died at age 73. She was one of the the biggest pop stars in the 1970's and early 1980's.
News and InterviewsLauv longs for childhood happiness on 'All 4 Nothing'Ziad Buchh and A Martinez • Aug 8, 2022One of pop music's main advocates of normalizing mental health issues, Lauv released a new album on Friday; it's called All 4 Nothing.
News and InterviewsOn 'Take It Like a Man,' Amanda Shires takes aim for the heavensBrittney McKenna • Aug 3, 2022On Shires' latest record, her songwriting is more fearless and vulnerable than ever – but as always, it's a reflection of an artist focused intently on community, equality and inclusivity.
News and InterviewsOverdose reversal drugs gain support at music festivalsBlake Farmer • Aug 3, 2022Festival promoters are allowing lifesaving medication as fentanyl deaths surge, but volunteers are often left to distribute it, and more controversial forms of harm reduction aren't openly allowed.
News and InterviewsBeyoncé to change lyric deemed ableist Amina Kilpatrick • Aug 2, 2022Beyoncé's publicist confirmed that the artist will replace an offensive lyric from a song in her latest album, Renaissance.
News and InterviewsThe Current announces Happy Hour events Aug 1, 2022The Current has announced three upcoming Happy Hour events taking place on three Thursdays — August 11, August 18, and September 8.
ReviewsBrandi Carlile puts on heartfelt, powerful show at XcelDarby Ottoson and Tony Nelson • Aug 1, 2022Carlile threw in covers and collaborations with Lake Street Dive and Celisse during the packed concert in St. Paul.
News and InterviewsGraveyard Club discuss 'Moonflower,' their most honest record yetDiane • Jul 26, 2022Graveyard Club members Matthew Schufman and Michael Wojtalewicz open up about their songwriting influences and how they work to go beneath the surface of a song’s lyrical and musical themes to create an experience. Graveyard Club will celebrate the album’s release with a show at Fine Line Cafe in Minneapolis on July 30 with special guest Aaron Rice.