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June 09, 2017

The newest album from Fleet Foxes -- 'Crack-Up' -- is set to be released on June 16. Robin Pecknold recently talked with The Current's Mac Wilson about that, as well as the hiatus between 'Crack-Up' and the band's previous release, 'Helplessness Blues'.

Interview: Fleet Foxes' Robin Pecknold discusses the band's new album, 'Crack-Up'

Interview: Fleet Foxes' Robin Pecknold discusses the band's new album, 'Crack-Up'

Mac Wilson • Jun 9, 2017

The newest album from Fleet Foxes -- 'Crack-Up' -- is set to be released on June 16. Robin Pecknold recently talked with The Current's Mac Wilson about that, as well as the hiatus between 'Crack-Up' and the band's previous release, 'Helplessness Blues'.

3RDEYEGIRL guitarist Donna Grantis announces debut show with new band

3RDEYEGIRL guitarist Donna Grantis announces debut show with new band

Jackie Renzetti • Jun 9, 2017

Donna Grantis, well-known as a member of Prince’s band 3RDEYEGIRL, has announced a new project. The guitarist will be performing with her new local band for the first time with two shows on Aug. 4 at the Dakota Jazz Club. The group features JT Bates on drums, Bryan Nichols on keys, Cody McKinney on bass, and…

Premiere: Sims, 'Time Don't Fear Me Back'

Premiere: Sims, 'Time Don't Fear Me Back'

Lillian Speakman • Jun 9, 2017

We're pleased to premiere 'Time Don't Fear Me Back,' a new single by Sims.

Coffee Break: Turn, turn, turn

Coffee Break: Turn, turn, turn

Anna Reed • Jun 9, 2017

Bob wrote in with a great topic idea for today's Coffee Break - "turns". So what songs do you want to hear that mention some form of "turn" in the lyrics?

Today in Music History: Cyndi Lauper's "Time After Time" goes No. 1

Today in Music History: Cyndi Lauper's "Time After Time" goes No. 1

Jun 9, 2017

Cyndi Lauper's "Time After Time" goes No. 1; Bob Dylan recorded 'Mr. Tambourine Man'; Bruce started assembling the E Street Band; M.C. Hammer's album hit No. 1 in the charts and stayed there nearly six months; Wilson Phillips went to No. 1 with 'Hold On'; and Jackie Wilson was born, Today in Music History.

Friday Five: The Cactus Blossoms, Nobody Kid, and more new Minnesota music videos

Friday Five: The Cactus Blossoms, Nobody Kid, and more new Minnesota music videos

Cecilia Johnson • Jun 9, 2017

The Cactus Blossoms, “Mississippi” Fresh off their performance on Showtime’s new season of Twin Peaks, Minnesotan brothers the Cactus Blossoms float in the velvety, cold waters of the Mississippi. Directed by Sarah Jean Shervin. Nobody Kid, “First Transmission” Chris Koza’s new project Nobody Kid sees him exploring synthpop territory, prying bouncy hooks into truly clever songs. Kate Casanova, a…

‘The Science Behind Pixar’ takes movie fans under the hood, at the Science Museum of Minnesota

‘The Science Behind Pixar’ takes movie fans under the hood, at the Science Museum of Minnesota

Jay Gabler • Jun 9, 2017

I just kept thinking: Prince would love this. Not only was he a huge fan of Finding Nemo — a regular attraction on the screens at Paisley Park, and infamously once a replacement for Questlove — but Prince was a fastidious studio whiz. The musical genius made sure that every last detail of his songs came out…

Music News: Minnesota lightning forms Love Symbol on Prince's birthday

Music News: Minnesota lightning forms Love Symbol on Prince's birthday

Jay Gabler • Jun 8, 2017

Today's top music news stories include Prince lightning, SXSW staying in Austin, and Radiohead not caring about the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame.

Joan Shelley performs in the Radio Heartland studio

Joan Shelley performs in the Radio Heartland studio

Mike Pengra • Jun 8, 2017

If you're a fan of Joan Shelley, saying her new album is similar to her last one is a compliment. The main difference on the new one is Shelley got to work with Wilco's Jeff Tweedy as a producer. Joan Shelley stopped in the Radio Heartland studio to chat and to play a few songs from the new record.

What's New on The Current: Arcade Fire, Liam Gallagher, Foo Fighters

What's New on The Current: Arcade Fire, Liam Gallagher, Foo Fighters

Jun 8, 2017

This week, Jade shares info on new music from Canadian indie rockers Arcade Fire, a cover ('re-cover') by Dan Wilson, a new song from Liam Gallagher, and more.

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