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June 20, 2016

As we prepare to celebrate the Replacements on July 5, we're asking you to vote for your favorite tracks by the 'Mats.

Vote for your favorite Replacements tracks

Vote for your favorite Replacements tracks

Jun 20, 2016

As we prepare to celebrate the Replacements on July 5, we're asking you to vote for your favorite tracks by the 'Mats.

Mary Lucia asks: What would you ask Keith Richards?

Mary Lucia asks: What would you ask Keith Richards?

Mary Lucia • Jun 20, 2016

Mary Lucia shares an internet find: Keith Richards answering questions with a video response. After determining the site is legit, Mary sent a question to Keef. Now she wants to know: What would you ask Keith Richards?

Music News: Unreleased Prince music emerges during Versace fashion show

Music News: Unreleased Prince music emerges during Versace fashion show

Staff • Jun 20, 2016

Fashion designer Donatella Versace has shared music she says Prince wrote and gave to her 21 years ago. Playing the music during her menswear show at Milan Fashion Week, Versace issued a statement saying she “would like to use this special occasion as an opportunity to share this incredible music from a dear, and much missed friend.” (SPIN)…

Songs for Pulse, Songs for Pride

Songs for Pulse, Songs for Pride

Ann Powers • Jun 20, 2016

The mourning process reminds those who love to dance together that to gather on a dance floor is to open one's arms to life. NPR Music asked 11 writers to share the club song that changed their lives, and The Current is asking you to send your Pride anthem requests.

Prince mural in progress at Chanhassen Cinema

Prince mural in progress at Chanhassen Cinema

Jay Gabler • Jun 20, 2016

Australian artist Mr G Hoete is currently painting a Prince mural on the exterior wall of the Chanhassen Cinema. “In honor of Prince Rogers Nelson,” wrote the theater on Facebook, “we at Five Star Cinemas would like to announce a new addition to our Chanhassen Cinema location — a 40 foot mural of the late…

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Coffee Break: Songs inspired by summer solstice

Anna Reed • Jun 20, 2016

Happy first day of summer! Today marks summer solstice - the longest day of the year with approximately 17 hours of light. This year's solstice is a special one as it coincides with the Strawberry Moon. For today's Coffee Break, what songs inspired by summer solstice do you want to hear?

Today in Music History: Neil Young's "Cinnamon Girl" went Gold

Today in Music History: Neil Young's "Cinnamon Girl" went Gold

Anna Reed • Jun 20, 2016

David Bowie recorded "Space Oddity"; Neil Diamond appeared on the 20th anniversary show of American Bandstand; Brian Wilson and Lionel Richie were born; and Neil Young's "Cinnamon Girl" went Gold, Today in Music History.

Photos: 98 unforgettable moments from Rock the Garden 2016

Photos: 98 unforgettable moments from Rock the Garden 2016

Staff • Jun 20, 2016

Thanks to all 14,000 music lovers who joined us at Boom Island on Saturday for a sold-out Rock the Garden. Below, enjoy a photo gallery spanning all eight acts who played heartfelt sets for an adoring crowd — and some scenes capturing the vibe of this unique summer festival.

Theft of the Dial: Cage the Elephant

Theft of the Dial: Cage the Elephant

Mark Wheat, Cage The Elephant and Leah Garaas • Jun 20, 2016

Before their big gig at the Target Center, Matthew Schultz and Brad Schultz of Cage the Elephant stopped by The Current to curate a playlist and take over our airwaves with a Theft of the Dial.

Album of the Week: Band of Horses, 'Why Are You OK?'

Album of the Week: Band of Horses, 'Why Are You OK?'

David Safar • Jun 20, 2016

For Band of Horses' fifth studio album, frontman Ben Bridwell turned to American indie-rock insider Jason Lytle. As a result, 'Why Are You OK?' strikes the perfect balance between Bridwell's meandering lyrics and intricate guitar melodies.

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