July 12, 2012This best of compilation contained the 1968 single and unofficial theme song of Woodstock 69' "Going up the Country." Save This Story
Random Vinyl: Canned Heat - Cookbook (1969)Steve Seel and Jill Riley • Jul 12, 2012This best of compilation contained the 1968 single and unofficial theme song of Woodstock 69' "Going up the Country."
Secret Stash prepping compilation of Twin Cities funk and soul raritiesAndrea Swensson • Jul 12, 2012We’re living in an era of hyper-connectivity, where every factoid we could possibly imagine is just a quick Google away. But with this unquantifiable rolodex of information at our fingertips, it can be hard to remember that there are just as many pieces of history that have gone undocumented. This pool of un-Googleable data runs…
The Gaslight Anthem performs in The Current studiosMary Lucia, Scott Olstad and The Gaslight Anthem • Jul 12, 2012New Jersey has a proud heritage of rock music, from punk legends the Misfits and the Bouncing Souls to the Boss himself. The sonic imprint of The Garden State is unmistakable in the music of The Gaslight Anthem, who have picked up the baton and are carrying it to new heights.
Random Vinyl: Neil Diamond - Shilo (1970)Steve Seel and Jill Riley • Jul 11, 2012Jill brought in this compilation album to celebrate Neil Diamond's Saint Paul show at the Xcel Energy Center. "Cherry, Cherry" was released as a single in July 1966. It was penned by Neil Diamond and produced by Jeff Barry and Ellie Greenwich. It's really easy to learn on guitar. Three chords (E-A-D) and you'll impress everyone at your next party.
Random Vinyl: Aerosmith - Aerosmith (1973)Steve Seel and Jill Riley • Jul 11, 2012The self-titled, debut record from Aerosmith that featured the hit single "Dream On."
Random Vinyl: Elton John - Honky Chateau (1972)Steve Seel and Jill Riley • Jul 11, 2012This record marked a transition from singer-songwriter to the fuller rock/pop Elton John sound. Elton's touring band was utilized in the making of this record and the production is just spot on. We played the New Orleans-sound influenced track "Honky Cat."
Psych-rock stompers and delicate indie-pop: 5 new tracks you'll hear on The CurrentPeter Valelly • Jul 11, 2012This week and last, we've added a bunch of new music to The Current airwaves from a mix of artists old and new. Check out a sampling of some of the new songs you'll hear on the station, from artists like The Avett Brothers, Blur, Brother Ali and more.
Lissie performs in The Current studioSteve Seel, Jill Riley, Peter Valelly and Lissie • Jul 11, 2012Illinois-born, California-based singer-songwriter Lissie (born Elisabeth Maurus) earned breakout success with her debut album "Catching a Tiger," a searing collection of bluesy pop and indie folk powered by the songstress' immense vocal talent.
SoundTown pulls the plug on 2012 installmentAndrea Swensson • Jul 11, 2012Low ticket sales are to blame for the last-minute cancellation
At 100, Woody Guthrie Still ResonatesBradley Klein • Jul 11, 2012Woody Guthrie would have been 100 years old on Saturday. The singer and songwriter wrote "This Land Is Your Land," among thousands of other songs.
