Kristian Matsson, better known by his stage name, The Tallest Man on Earth, is from Sweden but has a lot of ties to Minnesota and Wisconsin. 'Wisconsin is kind of like the southern parts of Sweden and Minnesota is more like where I live,' Matsson said when he stopped by The Current for an in-studio session hosted by Jade.

Artist Demi Anter has created a life-size David Bowie pillow that she’s selling on Etsy for $400. “Sit this Bowie doll onto a daybed or sofa, against a wall as a soft sculpture artwork or on the floor as a makeshift chair,” suggests Anter, who calls it “the ultimate gift for a David Bowie fan.” (NME) Several…

For this debut release as Thunderbitch, Howard called on friends from Fly Golden Eagle and Clear Plastic Masks to help tap into the early rockabilly, swing, and juke-jiving roots of the rock genre.

Kobra, the artist working on a Bob Dylan mural in downtown Minneapolis, is hoping to have the work complete on Labor Day. He told Euan Kerr about his vision.

Sonny Knight and the Lakers joined Mark Wheat for a live performance from the MPR booth on the corner of Judson and Nelson at the Minnesota State Fair.

Help us build a September playlist; don't forget to think outside the title on this one. For today's 9:30 Coffee Break, what songs do you want to hear that mention "September" in the title or lyrics? Send us your requests.

Prince: HITNRUN The prolific Prince is continuing his artistic adventures with HITNRUN. His band 3RDEYEGIRL will also be joining him for what is said to be an experimental album. “HARDROCKLOVER” is a testament to that experimentation—and Prince’s ability to stay relevant at all times. The track’s classic groove and hip-hop-influenced production gives Prince a foot in…

This week, John Moe stopped by The Current's Morning Show to talk to Jill Riley and Sean McPherson about an Ashley Madison update since the hack. And to cleanse your palate, John describes a new meme involving screaming fake ducks. 'It's going to improve your life,' John says.

Atlantic Records bought Ray Charles' contract; Buddy Holly and Bob Montgomery auditioned for radio; U2 released their first record; Mick Jones left the Clash; Tina Turner had her first No. 1 hit; and influential punk and new wave act Blondie signed to Chrysalis Records, Today in Music History.

David Bowie is just one of a motley collection of famous musicians who will write new songs for a SpongeBob SquarePants musical opening in Chicago next summer. Steven Tyler and Joe Perry of Aerosmith; John Legend; Dirty Projectors; the Flaming Lips; They Might Be Giants; Cyndi Lauper; T.I.; Lady Antebellum; Panic! At the Disco; and Plain White T’s will also contribute songs. (Rolling Stone) Fallout…