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November 12, 2016

Touring in support of 'Why Are You OK,' their fifth album in 10 years, Band of Horses stopped by The Current's studio to play their latest hit single as well as songs from a couple of their previous albums. 'It's fun for us to reimagine and learn new things about the songs we've been playing for years,' says frontman Ben Bridwell, who also shares what it is he found 'In A Drawer.' Check out the complete in-studio session.

Band of Horses perform in The Current studio

Band of Horses perform in The Current studio

Mac Wilson • Nov 12, 2016

Touring in support of 'Why Are You OK,' their fifth album in 10 years, Band of Horses stopped by The Current's studio to play their latest hit single as well as songs from a couple of their previous albums. 'It's fun for us to reimagine and learn new things about the songs we've been playing for years,' says frontman Ben Bridwell, who also shares what it is he found 'In A Drawer.' Check out the complete in-studio session.

My Bubba perform in The Current studio

My Bubba perform in The Current studio

Mark Wheat • Nov 12, 2016

In town to open for Mandolin Orange at the Turf Club in St. Paul, Scandinavian duo My Bubba stopped at The Current for a session hosted by Mark Wheat that's filled with witty banter and captivating music. Watch video of the session, and listen to My Bubba's web-exclusive cover of Bob Dylan's 'You're Gonna Make Me Lonesome When You Go.'

Interview: Frank Black on Pixies' new album 'Head Carrier'

Interview: Frank Black on Pixies' new album 'Head Carrier'

Frank Black, Jade and Leah Garaas • Nov 11, 2016

Frank Black joined Jade on the phone for a conversation about Pixies' new album 'Head Carrier.'

Coffee Break: Leonard Cohen songs

Coffee Break: Leonard Cohen songs

Anna Reed • Nov 11, 2016

Singer-songwriter and poet Leonard Cohen has died at age 82. He released many albums and books of poetry throughout his lifetime, but was perhaps best known for his songwriting, particularly the frequently covered "Hallelujah." So for today's 9:30 Coffee Break, what Leonard Cohen-written songs do you want to hear?

Friday Five: Lizzo, Step Rockets, and more new Minnesota music videos

Friday Five: Lizzo, Step Rockets, and more new Minnesota music videos

Cecilia Johnson • Nov 11, 2016

Lizzo, “Lift Every Voice and Sing/Good As Hell” We couldn’t have asked for anything better than this. Lizzo responds to Tuesday’s presidential election with a mighty dose of catharsis. Step Rockets, “Chances” Step Rockets release a kaleidoscopic video by Pat Garrahy, who shares, “The imagery in the video is most definitely meant to represent a psychedelic experience…

Today in Music History: Happy Birthday, Marshall Crenshaw

Today in Music History: Happy Birthday, Marshall Crenshaw

Nov 11, 2016

Bill Haley enjoyed his first top-10 single; Elvis played his last gig before a two-year layoff for the army; the Velvet Underground played their first gig; Donna Summer had a hit with a cover tune; Smashing Pumpkins had a hit album; and Marshall Crenshaw was born, Today in Music History.

It’s Larry Long Day in Minneapolis and St. Paul

It’s Larry Long Day in Minneapolis and St. Paul

Jay Gabler • Nov 11, 2016

Happy Larry Long Day! Yes, today has officially been declared Larry Long Day in the cities of both Minneapolis and St. Paul. Who’s Larry Long? As municipal honorees go, he’s not quite the household name Prince or Janet Jackson is. Nonetheless, the honor is well-deserved: the Iowa native, who now lives in Minneapolis, is a local…

Minnesota meets Manitoba at the 7th Street Entry

Minnesota meets Manitoba at the 7th Street Entry

Cecilia Johnson • Nov 11, 2016

“Check it out,” Sean McManus said from the Entry stage — and normally, there’d be nothing special about that. But this phrase had a particular ring to it. When McManus said “out,” the word sounded more flat than the typical Midwest pronunciation. Along with a few of his colleagues and half of the night’s bands, he hails from…

Legendary singer-songwriter Leonard Cohen dies at 82

Legendary singer-songwriter Leonard Cohen dies at 82

Jay Gabler • Nov 11, 2016

Leonard Cohen, a singer-songwriter acclaimed for his poetic lyrics and poignant melodies, has died at the age of 82.

Music News: Kraftwerk show falls victim to electronic music ban in Buenos Aires

Music News: Kraftwerk show falls victim to electronic music ban in Buenos Aires

Jay Gabler • Nov 11, 2016

Today's top music news stories include album announcements from the xx and Childish Gambino, as well as the first Kate Bush interview in years.

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