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October 23, 2013

Ha Ha Tonka - Colorful Kids, from the new album "Lessons."

Ha Ha Tonka - Colorful Kids

Ha Ha Tonka - Colorful Kids

Jon Schober • Oct 23, 2013

Ha Ha Tonka - Colorful Kids, from the new album "Lessons."

King Khan and the Shrines perform live in The Current studios

King Khan and the Shrines perform live in The Current studios

Mary Lucia, Leah Garaas and King Khan and the Shrines • Oct 22, 2013

King Khan and the Shrines stopped by The Current after their show at the Turf Club to play songs off the new record, Idle No More, and to chat with Mary Lucia about what movie aesthetics influence their sound, how the album reflects on frontman Arish Ahmad Khan's recent losses, and to tell a few stories about moments he's shared with the Mighty Hannibal, Arthur Lee and Dickie Peterson.

Local Gig List: October 22-27

Local Gig List: October 22-27

Andrea Swensson • Oct 22, 2013

Tuesday, October 22 Dosh Album-Release Show Electric Fetus, Minneapolis 7 p.m., free, all ages Martin Dosh will celebrate the release of his latest full-length, Milk Money, with a free performance, listening party, and album signing at record store the Electric Fetus. Strange Names (opening for Janelle Monae) Skyway Theatre, Minneapolis 6 p.m., $25 Touring behind her…

9:30 Coffee Break: Hold On

9:30 Coffee Break: Hold On

Oct 22, 2013

So, today we are holding on for the Coffee Break. What songs with "hold on"(or some very similar variation) in the title should we play this morning?

The Throbbing Hive with John Moe: New iPad

The Throbbing Hive with John Moe: New iPad

Oct 22, 2013

Today John Moe chatted with The Morning Show's Jill Riley and Steve Seel about the debut of the new iPads, and Dick Cheney altering his heart implant to thwart terrorists.

Arcade Fire debut 'Afterlife', rock The Colbert Report

Arcade Fire debut 'Afterlife', rock The Colbert Report

Oct 22, 2013

Following a radio debut at BBC Radio 1, and a subsequent radio rip that keeps surfacing, Arcade Fire have released a lyric video for their new single 'Afterlife.'

First Listen: White Denim, 'Corsicana Lemonade'

First Listen: White Denim, 'Corsicana Lemonade'

Leah Garaas • Oct 22, 2013

For White Denim, standing out in a city that's easily become one of the most influential music metros in the world means more than just experimenting with classic arrangements; it means juxtaposing psychedelic rock with soul and blending blues with punk all while using aberrant song structures that still feel fluid. Corsicana Lemonade is their most successful execution to date.

Unknown Mortal Orchestra - No Need For A Leader

Unknown Mortal Orchestra - No Need For A Leader

Jon Schober • Oct 22, 2013

Unknown Mortal Orchestra - No Need For A Leader, from the "Blue Record EP."

Willy Mason re-introduces himself to the music world on New Hot

Willy Mason re-introduces himself to the music world on New Hot

David Safar and Jon Schober • Oct 22, 2013

Willy Mason has had several strings of mini-successes since beginning his career, but as soon as he would begin to build a public profile, awareness of his music would dwindle. Chalk that up to Mason's mysterious demeanor or lack of self-promotion — either way, the guy might now be poised for the breakout he's been waiting for since teaming up with Communion Records.

On the Ball with Mark Wheat: Saints Go Marching

On the Ball with Mark Wheat: Saints Go Marching

Mark Wheat • Oct 21, 2013

An equalizer goal by Southampton FC four minutes before full time reminds Mark Wheat of that club's storied history and about a very popular fan song.

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