Yesterday we were saddened to learn of the death of multitalented music great Ian McLagan at age 69. In memory and tribute, Bill DeVille presents ten songs featuring McLagan.

What songs should we play for today's 9:30 Coffee Break that feature Ian McLagan? We'll put together a playlist using your suggestions.

The holiday season is ramping up, but there's still plenty of heartfelt despair and bleakness happening on Twin Cities stages right now. As a counterpoint to all the joy and partying, MPR News Arts Reporter Marianne Combs joins Steve Seel and Jill Riley to talk about some productions that offer a bit of thought-provoking midwinter malaise.

The Byrds went to no. 1, Prince put on a trench coat in protest, and Sly and the Family Stone had their final hit Today in Music History.

1. The Trashmen are a garage and surf rock group from Minneapolis that formed in 1962. 2. Their 1963 hit “Surfin’ Bird” reached number 4 on the Billboard Hot 100 later that year. It has since been recorded by artists like the Ramones, the Cramps, Silverchair and Pee-Wee Herman. The song was used in Stanley Kubrick’s Full Metal Jacket and on…

Yesterday in New York, a grand jury voted not to bring criminal charges against Daniel Pantaleo, a police officer whose chokehold grip on Eric Garner led to Garner’s death. Musicians were among those who rapidly shared responses, many expressing outrage. (Billboard) “Can anyone explain to us why it’s acceptable that there’s no indictment in the murder of…

alt-J hits #1 on this week's Chart with "Left Hand Free"; locals Lizzo and Caroline Smith have reached the Chart Show Hall of Fame promise land; and Jenny Lewis climbs 11 spots to #8 with "She's Not Me."

In town for a show at First Avenue, Nick Lowe and Los Straitjackets visited The Current's studio for a session hosted by Mary Lucia. Originally scheduled to appear with Ian McLagan, the session includes a live version of "(What's So Funny 'Bout) Peace, Love, and Understanding," dedicated to McLagan. "He was a fellow who loved life," Lowe says.

As baby boomers reach retirement and beyond, younger generations will need to think about the care of their aging parents. Policy and a Pint: How are we taking care of Mom? looks at how the changing demographics are shaping how we think about aging in the 21st century.

Mike Doughty keeps two guitars at home so there's always one nearby when an idea strikes him. One of those guitars is always on tour with him, and Doughty took some time to tell us about it and the decals he's applied to personalize the instrument.