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May 09, 2013

Jonny Fritz - Goodbye Summer, from the new album "Dad Country."

Jonny Fritz - Goodbye Summer

Jonny Fritz - Goodbye Summer

Jon Schober • May 9, 2013

Jonny Fritz - Goodbye Summer, from the new album "Dad Country."

What is your favorite album cover of all time?

What is your favorite album cover of all time?

May 8, 2013

Storm Thorgerson, the artist behind countless famous album covers including Pink Floyd's iconic Dark Side of the Moon, recently passed away. When we heard the news here at The Current, we got to thinking—what are our favorite album covers? Peruse our choices, and let us know yours!

The National pay homage to Latvian band with video for 'Sea of Love'

The National pay homage to Latvian band with video for 'Sea of Love'

May 8, 2013

The National release their first proper video -- "Sea of Love" -- from their new record 'Trouble Will Find Me,' out May 21, 2013 on 4AD records.

9:30 Coffee Break: Spring / Summer Outfit

9:30 Coffee Break: Spring / Summer Outfit

May 8, 2013

Here's your challenge: create an entire outfit out of song titles. Give us some suggestions and we'll pick out enough to create a Spring/Summertime outfit for the 9:30 Coffee Break.

9:30 Coffee Break: Wild Beasts

9:30 Coffee Break: Wild Beasts

May 8, 2013

We want to feature artists with wild animal band names for today's 9:30 Coffee Break. What are some of your favorite bands named after wild animals?

Eating and Drinking with Heavy Table's James Norton: Hospital Food

Eating and Drinking with Heavy Table's James Norton: Hospital Food

May 8, 2013

Today on The Morning Show's Eating and Drinking, James Norton told Jill Riley and Steve Seel about his recent visit to Fairview Hospital and his take on hospital food.

The Child Of Lov - Heal

The Child Of Lov - Heal

Jon Schober • May 8, 2013

The Child Of Lov - Heal, from the self-titled debut album.

Soul man extraordinaire Charles Bradley performs at The Current

Soul man extraordinaire Charles Bradley performs at The Current

Mary Lucia, Peter Valelly and Charles Bradley • May 7, 2013

In 2011, Charles Bradley proved that it's never too late for a musical talent to enter the ring, issuing his debut album at age 62 and winning plaudits from critics and the adoration of soul fans nationwide. Now, he's back with a sophomore effort called Victim of Love.

Song Premiere: Sharon Jones' Explosive 'Retreat'

Song Premiere: Sharon Jones' Explosive 'Retreat'

Bob Boilen • May 7, 2013

Sharon Jones, whose new album, Give the People What They Want, comes out August 6, pours her heart out on a soulful new song, "Retreat."

9:30 Coffee Break: Burning Fire

9:30 Coffee Break: Burning Fire

May 7, 2013

What songs do you want to hear with "fire" or "burning" in the title? Share your suggestions and we'll pick a couple to play on the air for today's 9:30 Coffee Break.

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