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December 26, 2012

We're taking Boxing Day literally, because we can, for today's 9:30 Coffee Break. Give us your suggestions for songs that have a "boxing" theme.

9:30 Coffee Break: Boxing Day

9:30 Coffee Break: Boxing Day

Dec 26, 2012

We're taking Boxing Day literally, because we can, for today's 9:30 Coffee Break. Give us your suggestions for songs that have a "boxing" theme.

Eating and Drinking with Supertaster James Norton: Lutefisk

Eating and Drinking with Supertaster James Norton: Lutefisk

Dec 26, 2012

Today James Norton spoke to The Morning Show's Jill Riley and Steve Seel about his attempt to swallow lutefisk.

YourClassical

Low preview new album with track ‘Plastic Cup’

Andrea Swensson • Dec 26, 2012

Early 2013 is going to be an especially exciting time for fans of Alan Sparhawk. Next month his Retribution Gospel Choir will release a new two-song, 42-minute-long LP via Duluth imprint Chaperone Records, and on March 19 he’ll celebrate his 20th year fronting slowcore band Low with the release of their latest studio album, The Invisible…

Today in Music History: A Big Year for Amy Winehouse

Today in Music History: A Big Year for Amy Winehouse

Dec 26, 2012

We said goodbuy to Curtis Mayfield, The Sex Pistols recorded an epic and Amy Winehouse had a big year Today in Music History.

The 2012 New Standards Holiday Show

The 2012 New Standards Holiday Show

Dec 24, 2012

The New Standards Holiday Show has become a staple of the Holiday season in the Twin Cities, and The Current is thrilled to share their 2012 performance with you. Tune in to hear it on Monday, December 24, 2012 at 8 p.m. and Tuesday, December 25, 2012 at 8 a.m.

9:30 Coffee Break: Secular Jesus

9:30 Coffee Break: Secular Jesus

Dec 24, 2012

Just in time for the holiday, let's put together a set of music with secular Jesus references for today's 9:30 Coffee Break.

The Sporting Life with Michael Rand:  Ponder Marries Steel

The Sporting Life with Michael Rand: Ponder Marries Steel

Dec 24, 2012

Today Michael Rand chatted with The Morning Show's Jill Riley about Christian Ponder's secret wedding, the NHL and what the cancelation of half the season means, and the gophers getting swag for heading to the bowl game this Friday.

Today in Music History: Pearl Jam's "Vitalogy" Hits #1

Today in Music History: Pearl Jam's "Vitalogy" Hits #1

Dec 24, 2012

Chubby Checker's allowance was raised, Rubber Soul was released, and Pearl Jam scored a No. 1 album with Vitalogy Today in Music History.

YourClassical

Local Gig List: December 24-29

Andrea Swensson • Dec 24, 2012

I tried to find a little something for everyone this week, whether you feel like partying it up for the holidays or not. There are also quite a few reunions and special appearances happening this week, including the return of the Ashtray Hearts! Party on, Wayne… Monday, December 24 Jewbilee 20127th St. Entry, Minneapolis8:00 PM,…

Album Review: Macklemore & Ryan Lewis - "The Heist"

Album Review: Macklemore & Ryan Lewis - "The Heist"

David Safar and Macklemore & Ryan Lewis • Dec 24, 2012

In 2012, Macklemore & Ryan Lewis bridged the gap between underground indie hip-hop fans and the daytime TV audience of The Ellen DeGeneres Show.

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