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April 14, 2016

Six Minnesota artists make their way onto the chart; The Jayhawks and Jake Bugg have new entries; Iggy surges after a critically-acclaimed local show; and Bob Mould finds himself at No.1 ahead of two shows at First Avenue.

The Chart Show: Bob molds his way into the top spot

The Chart Show: Bob molds his way into the top spot

Mark Wheat • Apr 14, 2016

Six Minnesota artists make their way onto the chart; The Jayhawks and Jake Bugg have new entries; Iggy surges after a critically-acclaimed local show; and Bob Mould finds himself at No.1 ahead of two shows at First Avenue.

Take The Current's Time Machine Quiz: 1994

Take The Current's Time Machine Quiz: 1994

Apr 13, 2016

On Tuesday night, Bill DeVille hosted a Time Machine all about 1994. Now take the quiz: Listen to the mashup of five songs from the show, and see if you can identify them.

The Current's Guitar Collection: Barns Courtney, Martin OOO-15M

The Current's Guitar Collection: Barns Courtney, Martin OOO-15M

Luke Taylor • Apr 13, 2016

Barns Courtney has only had his Martin acoustic guitar for six months, but it already looks road-worn. 'Everything I've been through, I can sort of see represented on this instrument,' he says. 'It feels more like it's mine, like it's more a part of me than some random instrument that I've picked up.' Barns Courtney's Martin OOO-15M is the latest addition to The Current's Guitar Collection.

Music News: Black Keys say they regret inducting Steve Miller into Rock Hall

Music News: Black Keys say they regret inducting Steve Miller into Rock Hall

Staff • Apr 13, 2016

Dan Auerbach says that he and Black Keys bandmate Patrick Carney now “regret” taking the stage to induct Steve Miller into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame. Rolling Stone calls this the first time in the Rock Hall’s history that “an artist has essentially recanted his induction speech.” Miller sharply criticized the Rock Hall during his acceptance speech, later…

A Twin Cities guide to everything Record Store Day 2016

A Twin Cities guide to everything Record Store Day 2016

Lillian Speakman • Apr 13, 2016

This Saturday, April 16 will mark the ninth year of Record Store Day. What started back in 2008 as a way to celebrate the unique culture that surrounds vinyl has today grown into an internationally recognized holiday. Record Store Day has become a reason for communities to come together along with store owners, employees and…

9:30 Coffee Break: Street Names

9:30 Coffee Break: Street Names

Jill Riley and Brian Oake • Apr 13, 2016

Today's Coffee Break theme comes from Emily in St. Paul. She and her co-workers noticed a lot of songs contain street names. So for today's 9:30 Coffee Break, what songs do you want to hear that mention street names? Send us your requests.

Today in Music History: Happy Birthday to Al Green

Today in Music History: Happy Birthday to Al Green

Apr 13, 2016

Bobby Goldsboro tugged heartstrings all the way to No. 1; Elton John and Paul McCartney had the No. 1 single and album, respectively; Aerosmith got their own holiday in Massachusetts; and soul singer extraordinaire Al Green was born Today in Music History.

Mary Gauthier performs in the Radio Heartland studio

Mary Gauthier performs in the Radio Heartland studio

Mike Pengra and Mary Gauthier • Apr 13, 2016

Mike Pengra checked off another 'Radio Heartland Bucket List Interview' when singer-songwriter Mary Gauthier stopped in the studio. Mary's songwriting is legendary amongst her fans and peers for its honesty and grit.

Haelos perform in The Current studio

Haelos perform in The Current studio

Mac Wilson and HAELOS • Apr 12, 2016

London-based Haelos began as a studio project, but after being signed to Matador Records, they reworked their arrangements for live performance. 'Nothing feels better than being onstage with six people and all sort of jamming out,' says singer Lotti Bernardout. Haelos recently stopped in to The Current's studio for a live session hosted by Mac Wilson.

Music News: Kesha to return to stage for Bob Dylan tribute

Music News: Kesha to return to stage for Bob Dylan tribute

Staff • Apr 12, 2016

Kurt Vile, Emmylou Harris, and Jason Isbell are among the big names playing a 75th birthday tribute to Bob Dylan at Nashville’s Ryman Auditorium on May 23 and 24, but the name that’s attracted the biggest notice is that of Kesha. The tribute concert will mark the pop star’s first public performance since a New York judge denied her…

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