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July 14, 2017

Matthew Sweet is the sort of guy that rolls with the punches. Life knocks him down and he dusts himself off and keeps doing the only thing he's ever wanted to do - make music.

Matthew Sweet revisits the '90s and looks to the future

Matthew Sweet revisits the '90s and looks to the future

Jade • Jul 14, 2017

Matthew Sweet is the sort of guy that rolls with the punches. Life knocks him down and he dusts himself off and keeps doing the only thing he's ever wanted to do - make music.

Reina Del Cid talks about her musical evolution

Reina Del Cid talks about her musical evolution

Andrea Swensson, Tom Weber, Erianna Jiles and Reina Del Cid • Jul 14, 2017

Reina Del Cid visited The Current's studio and played a warm set of music in conversation with Andrea Swensson and Tom Weber.

Minnesota musicians blend Eastern European and Middle Eastern influences in new song and video

Minnesota musicians blend Eastern European and Middle Eastern influences in new song and video

Simone Cazares • Jul 14, 2017

With immigration front and center in conversations across the country, a group of Minnesota musicians representing Eastern European and Middle Eastern traditions have come together to create collaborative songs and videos that confront dominant narratives. The musicians were brought together through Boston-based Raga Labs (a project of the arts education startup IndianRaga), a performing arts program…

Coffee Break: In celebration of the birthday suit

Coffee Break: In celebration of the birthday suit

Anna Reed • Jul 14, 2017

Since July 14 is International Nude Day, what songs do you want to hear that mention nudity, nakedness and skin for today's 9:30 Coffee Break?

Today in Music History: Fans remember Michael Jackson on his first tour date

Today in Music History: Fans remember Michael Jackson on his first tour date

Jul 14, 2017

Bobby Vinton had a No. 1 hit with a floral-themed song; the Everly Brothers had a sibling spat; Donna Summer had her third No. 1 single; Pink Floyd's 'The Wall' had its London premiere; and fans remember Michael Jackson, Today in Music History.

Friday Five: Greg Grease, Reflectivore, and more new Minnesota music videos

Friday Five: Greg Grease, Reflectivore, and more new Minnesota music videos

Cecilia Johnson • Jul 14, 2017

Greg Grease, “Migraine” Greg Grease is an unconventional doctor in “Migraine,” a great wub&B track produced by Psymun, Grease, and his ZULUZULUU bandmate Trelly Mo (who guests in the video). Alan De Leon Taverna directs. Reflectivore, “Ticonderoga” Duluth band Reflectivore will play the Bayfront Festival Park with Cloud Cult on July 22. Before that date, check out their new…

‘Baby Driver’ sparks iPod nostalgia, and we’re here to talk about it

‘Baby Driver’ sparks iPod nostalgia, and we’re here to talk about it

Staff • Jul 14, 2017

If you saw Baby Driver and dreamt of a click wheel, you’re not alone. Since the Edgar Wright-directed movie opened on June 28, $76 million worth of people have watched a young man called Baby (a drawling, versatile Ansel Elgort) thumb through his various iPods, land on the perfect song, and pull off thrill-packed getaway driving.…

Music News: 2 Live Crew's Fresh Kid Ice dies at 53

Music News: 2 Live Crew's Fresh Kid Ice dies at 53

Jay Gabler • Jul 13, 2017

Today's top music news stories include the death of a 2 Live Crew co-founder, reported financial woes for SoundCloud, and Emmy nominations.

Theft of the Dial: James Mercer and Yuuki Matthews of The Shins

Theft of the Dial: James Mercer and Yuuki Matthews of The Shins

Jade • Jul 13, 2017

On a recent visit to the Twin Cities, James Mercer and Yuuki Matthews of The Shins stopped at The Current to host at Theft of the Dial session during which they shared some of their favorite songs as well as a couple of their own.

Angelica Garcia performs in The Current studio

Angelica Garcia performs in The Current studio

Sean McPherson • Jul 13, 2017

When it comes to making music, Angelica Garcia describes herself as a bit of a recluse. Now touring in support of her album 'Medicine for Birds,' Garcia embraces the new experience of studio recording and of performing in front of people. 'It's been great, and it's really helped me grow as a person,' Garcia says. Listen to Angelica Garcia's recent in-studio session at The Current, hosted by Sean McPherson.

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