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August 03, 2014

Ahead of her show Sunday night at First Avenue in Minneapolis, Jenny Lewis stopped by The Current's studio for a live interview with Mac Wilson. The two talked about Lewis's new album 'The Voyager' and her collaborations with Ryan Adams and Beck.

Interview: Jenny Lewis talks about 'The Voyager'

Interview: Jenny Lewis talks about 'The Voyager'

Mac Wilson • Aug 3, 2014

Ahead of her show Sunday night at First Avenue in Minneapolis, Jenny Lewis stopped by The Current's studio for a live interview with Mac Wilson. The two talked about Lewis's new album 'The Voyager' and her collaborations with Ryan Adams and Beck.

Paul McCartney delivers a marathon three-hour set at Target Field

Paul McCartney delivers a marathon three-hour set at Target Field

Andrea Swensson • Aug 3, 2014

There are only a handful of artists out there who can play a marathon three-hour set and leave the audience wanting more. At his sold-out show at Target Field on Saturday night, Paul McCartney tore through 40 songs (including two encores), lit off some fireworks, told a few stories, and still had time to stop…

The Top 25 Paul McCartney songs according to you

The Top 25 Paul McCartney songs according to you

Aug 2, 2014

Sir Paul is rolling into town today, so we're rolling out the red carpet for him. Tonight we'll count down the Top 25 Paul McCartney songs according to you, the listeners.

State of Minnesota declares August 2 Sir Paul McCartney Day

State of Minnesota declares August 2 Sir Paul McCartney Day

Jay Gabler • Aug 2, 2014

Governor Mark Dayton has declared today Sir Paul McCartney Day, in honor of the former Beatle’s performance at Target Field. “We come together on Saturday, August 2, 2014, to honor Sir Paul McCartney, one of the most influential and inspiring musicians in history.” Read the full proclamation below—and listen to the Current from 5:00 to…

Bill DeVille reviews 'Get On Up'

Bill DeVille reviews 'Get On Up'

Bill DeVille • Aug 1, 2014

After attending a special preview screening this week, The Current's Bill DeVille shares his thoughts about the new James Brown biopic, starring Chadwick Boseman and directed by Tate Taylor. Read Bill's remarks and view a trailer for the film.

Friday Five: Dessa, Tickle Torture, Fog, and more new Minnesota music videos

Friday Five: Dessa, Tickle Torture, Fog, and more new Minnesota music videos

Andrea Swensson • Aug 1, 2014

These dog days of summer are all about knocking off of work early, enjoying the fleeting warm weather, and generally taking a more leisurely pace to life. Can someone please tell the Minnesota music scene about this? Because as we head into August the onslaught of show announcements, album leaks, and music video debuts only seems to…

Hello, I’m David C. and I’m an alcoholic and an addict (or: How I learned to stop worrying and love myself)

Hello, I’m David C. and I’m an alcoholic and an addict (or: How I learned to stop worrying and love myself)

Andrea Swensson • Aug 1, 2014

This weekend, the clean-and-sober music festival HazelFest returns to the Hazelden treatment center in Center City, Minn., for its third year. And fans of the Current will notice a familiar face on the lineup: the host of the Current’s Local Show and Radio Free Current, David Campbell, will emcee the day’s festivities. Our DJs host a lot…

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9:30 Coffee Break: McCartney Rarities

Aug 1, 2014

What deeper cuts or rarities from Paul McCartney do you want to hear for today's 9:30 Coffee Break?

Cube Critic: 'Guardians of the Galaxy'

Cube Critic: 'Guardians of the Galaxy'

Euan Kerr • Aug 1, 2014

MPR News Arts Reporter and Cube Critic Euan Kerr joins Steve Seel and Jade (in for Jill Riley) to talk about a new film inspired by Marvel Comics characters.

Today in Music History: MTV Starts Up

Today in Music History: MTV Starts Up

Aug 1, 2014

Beatles Monthly became a thing, Sonny and Cher got a show, and MTV launched Today in Music History.

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