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June 13, 2017

Today's top music news stories include resemblances between Bob Dylan's Nobel speech and SparkNotes; the return of PWR BTTM; and a 'Tonight Show' tribute to Chuck Berry.

Music News: Did Bob Dylan crib his Nobel speech from SparkNotes?

Music News: Did Bob Dylan crib his Nobel speech from SparkNotes?

Jay Gabler • Jun 13, 2017

Today's top music news stories include resemblances between Bob Dylan's Nobel speech and SparkNotes; the return of PWR BTTM; and a 'Tonight Show' tribute to Chuck Berry.

Mary Lucia: Just remember to breathe

Mary Lucia: Just remember to breathe

Mary Lucia • Jun 13, 2017

When musicians are confronted with depression and anxiety, there is a strong tendency to self-medicate with drugs and alcohol. Mary Lucia found a video that she thinks helps demystify seeking help.

Lizzo, Poliça, Prince dance party to highlight post-renovation Minnesota State Capitol Grand Opening Celebration

Lizzo, Poliça, Prince dance party to highlight post-renovation Minnesota State Capitol Grand Opening Celebration

Jackie Renzetti • Jun 13, 2017

Aside from the State Fair, the State Capitol Grand Opening Celebration this August may be the most Minnesotan celebration of the summer — featuring a Prince dance party and performances by Lizzo and Poliça. Several dozen government employees, journalists and visitors gathered Tuesday afternoon at a press conference in the Capitol’s lobby, held to announce the celebration. State officials…

Coffee Break: Female names

Coffee Break: Female names

Anna Reed • Jun 13, 2017

Early this morning we played Mike Doughty's "27 Jennifers" and it got us thinking - for today's 9:30 Coffee Break what songs do you want to hear with female names in the lyrics?

Today in Music History: Alanis Morissette released 'Jagged Little Pill'

Today in Music History: Alanis Morissette released 'Jagged Little Pill'

Jun 13, 2017

Alanis Morissette dropped some angst into the world; The Stones introduced their newest member; The Beatles released their final single; and The Cars released 'Candy-O', Today in Music History.

Justin Vernon to partner with TU Dance for three Palace Theatre shows as part of 2017-18 Liquid Music season

Justin Vernon to partner with TU Dance for three Palace Theatre shows as part of 2017-18 Liquid Music season

Lillian Speakman • Jun 13, 2017

Justin Vernon will partner with TU Dance for three shows at the Palace Theatre as part of the upcoming season of Liquid Music, a Saint Paul Chamber Orchestra program for new music and multimedia innovation.

Music News: Artists remember Orlando

Music News: Artists remember Orlando

Cecilia Johnson • Jun 13, 2017

Musicians share condolences one year later One year after Orlando’s Pulse nightclub became the site of the deadliest mass shooting in modern U.S. history, the arts community used Twitter to express their condolences and remembrances. Elsewhere in the #loveisloveislove hashtag, LGBTQ+ people and allies wished each other happy Pride celebrations; offline, Florida’s Orange County government building…

The Current's guide to music on late-night TV: week of June 12, 2017

The Current's guide to music on late-night TV: week of June 12, 2017

Jun 12, 2017

Artists heard on The Current are frequently featured on late-night TV. Here's who you can watch for the week of June 12, 2017.

DJ Pick of the Week: Justin Townes Earle, 'Maybe a Moment'

DJ Pick of the Week: Justin Townes Earle, 'Maybe a Moment'

Bill DeVille • Jun 12, 2017

For the week of June 12, Bill DeVille has chosen Justin Townes Earle's sweet and catchy song, 'Maybe a Moment.' DeVille hears a hint or two of Bruce Springsteen in this track. 'Justin Townes Earle sings about a small town where nothing happens,' DeVille writes, 'so why not hop in the car and drive to Memphis?' Listen to this week's DJ Pick.

Coffee Break: Dear...

Coffee Break: Dear...

Jun 12, 2017

Last night, "Dear Evan Hansen" won 6 Tony Awards including best new musical and best performance by a leading actor in a musical for 23-year-old Ben Platt. So for today's 9:30 Coffee Break, what songs do you want to hear that say "Dear..." and then a person's name?

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