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March 09, 2014

People tend to think of GRRRL PRTY as a party band--which is understandable, they acknowledge, given that they do have "PRTY" in their name--but there are dark dimensions beneath the group's bouncy beats. They don't have much music available to hear on your headphones, but this week they helped to bridge that gap with a fiery performance in the Current's studio.

GRRRL PRTY Perform in The Current Studios

GRRRL PRTY Perform in The Current Studios

Andrea Swensson and Jay Gabler • Mar 9, 2014

People tend to think of GRRRL PRTY as a party band--which is understandable, they acknowledge, given that they do have "PRTY" in their name--but there are dark dimensions beneath the group's bouncy beats. They don't have much music available to hear on your headphones, but this week they helped to bridge that gap with a fiery performance in the Current's studio.

Arcade Fire live at the Target Center in Minneapolis

Arcade Fire live at the Target Center in Minneapolis

Nate Ryan, Arcade Fire and Jay Gabler • Mar 9, 2014

Given a whole arena to play with, Arcade Fire gave their fans an experience quite unlike the typical Target Center show, and not just because of the ironic references to the venue's name.

How to catch Arcade Fire tonight

How to catch Arcade Fire tonight

Mar 8, 2014

Arcade Fire are bringing their huge 'Reflektor' stage show to Target Center in Minneapolis tonight, here are two great ways to enjoy the show.

Kins perform live in The Current's studio

Kins perform live in The Current's studio

Mark Wheat • Mar 7, 2014

Formed in Melbourne, Australia, and now based in Brighton, England, four-piece dream-pop band Kins stopped by The Current's studios to play some songs off their self-titled album and to chat with Mark Wheat.

Friday Five: Lizzo, Chris Koza, BNLX, and more new MN videos

Friday Five: Lizzo, Chris Koza, BNLX, and more new MN videos

Andrea Swensson • Mar 7, 2014

Happy Friday! And I mean that, too—the temperature rose above freezing for the first time in what feels like about eight years and the work week is winding down for the 9-to-5ers. We may actually be able to go outside this weekend. To celebrate (and make that weekend come a little bit faster), slip on…

9:30 Coffee Break: Arcade Fire

9:30 Coffee Break: Arcade Fire

Mar 7, 2014

To get us prepped for the show tomorrow night -- which we're broadcasting LIVE -- we're putting together a set of your favorite Arcade Fire songs. What do you want to hear?

Movie Maven: 'The Wind Rises'

Movie Maven: 'The Wind Rises'

Stephanie Curtis • Mar 7, 2014

MPR's Movie Maven and Cube Critic Stephanie Curtis joins Jill Riley and Sean McPherson (in for Steve Seel) to talk about a new film from Japanese director Hayao Miyazaki and about her reactions to last week's Oscar picks.

Today in Music History: The Beastie Boys Make History

Today in Music History: The Beastie Boys Make History

Mar 7, 2014

"Dueling Banjos" got a gold record, George Michael was the sexiest musician, and The Beastie Boys were the first rap act at No. 1 Today in Music History.

Review: Black Diet triumph at Are You Local? showcase

Review: Black Diet triumph at Are You Local? showcase

Jay Gabler • Mar 7, 2014

Events that simultaneously take place in First Avenue’s Mainroom and the 7th Street Entry become mini-festivals, all about the ebb and flow of fans placing bets on where the must-see action will be at any given moment. Last night at Vita.mn’s Are You Local? showcase, all streams were flowing towards Black Diet. The showcase featured…

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The Current Morning Show's Limerick Contest Official Rules

Mar 6, 2014

Official rules for The Current Morning Show's Limerick contest

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