If there’s been one consistent thread in Bob Dylan’s long career, it’s that when you want him to do one thing, he’ll be most inclined to do precisely the opposite. Newly lauded with a Nobel Prize in Literature — an honor never before accorded to a popular songwriter — Dylan has announced his 38th studio album.…

Today's top music news stories include Prince's likely arrival on Spotify and other streaming services, as well as continued musicians' protests against President Trump's immigration ban.

Following the release of his (second) self-titled album, Ty Segall sat down for a conversation with 'New Hot' host David Safar.

Celebrating the release of his new solo album, Dave Simonnett brought his band Dead Man Winter to The Current studio to perform live and to chat with Andrea Swensson of 'The Local Show.'

The DJ Pick of the Week for Jan. 30, 2017, goes to Jill Riley, who has selected the title track from Father John Misty's forthcoming album, 'Pure Comedy.' 'It's a very Father John Misty-like song,' Jill says. 'It's about the absurdity and comedy of being a human being.' Watch Jill's video explainer about the song and listen to the new track.

On Friday, President Donald Trump signed an executive order temporarily banning entry of citizens from Somalia and six other largely Muslim countries, as well as all refugees, from entering the United States. So for today's 9:30 Coffee Break, what bands do you want to hear that immigrated to the U.S.?

Today in Music History: Elvis began recording his first album, The Stone Roses caused a scene, Janis Joplin had her most successful song released, and The Shirelles had a hit with "Will You Love Me Tomorrow?".

As The Current honors Sharon Jones as part of its celebration of Black History Month, her songs -- and her spirit -- will live on.

Ty Segall's ninth studio album is his second self-titled release (after his 2008 debut), but it's the first one he's recorded with producer Steve Albini. In her review of the album, Mary Lucia says it could be labeled 'garage rock,' but it seems to be a lot more than that.

The Current is giving fans the ultimate sneak peak: the chance to hear Hippo Campus perform the album live in its entirety at Icehouse two weeks before it officially drops!