Musicians around the world are remembering the late George Michael as a trailblazing pop star.

Amber Coffman's name and voice are probably most familiar from her work with Dirty Projectors, but she takes a step into the spotlight with an announced new solo record, 'City of No Reply', due in 2017. The first taste of her solo material is the striking new single. 'All to Myself,' which is Mac Wilson's DJ Pick of the Week.

Neil Young's 37th solo album (and his second of 2016) displays the hardworking singer-songwriter in his signature restless, angry, profound, busy and brilliant fashion. 'Peace Trail' finds Neil Young searching for whatever's next on his long journey from the '60s to forever.

We've gone to great lengths to cover the big music stories of the year, but what about the music stories that have flown under the radar?

The British pop singer, who achieved fame as half of the duo Wham! before a breakout solo career, was 53.

Listen to the New Standards' 10th annual Holiday Show, a joyful and wry evening of song recorded live at the State Theatre in Minneapolis.

Tune in to The Current for a twist on traditional holiday music. Starting Dec. 23 at 10 a.m., it's A Current Christmas! You'll hear a mix of holiday music, from classic favorites to new takes on old standards. Plus, you'll hear The New Standards Holiday Show at 8 p.m. on Christmas Eve, and again at 8 a.m. on Christmas morning. Happy Holidays from all of us here at The Current!

It's our annual tradition of a Festivus-themed Coffee Break, George Costanza-approved. You know what to do!

Brianna Kocka, “Goodbye, Dear Lover” Singer/songwriter Brianna Kocka is back with another living room video (dueting with Jimmy Barnett). If you’ll be in La Crosse, Wis. around New Year’s Eve, check out her show at the Root Note on Dec. 30. City Counselor, “Ask The Gays” Prediction: The next four years will yield a mighty…

Today in Music History: Cat Stevens formally changed his name to Yusuf Islam, Beach Boy Brian Wilson had a nervous breakdown, Phil Collins went No. 1 with 'Another Day In Paradise', and Eddie Vedder was born.