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October 31, 2017

Lindsey Buckingham and Christine McVie have collaborated on a new record, and they've been busy touring in support of it. On Monday, they performed at Northrop in Minneapolis. Ahead of the show, Brian Oake and Jill Riley got Lindsey Buckingham on the phone to talk about the new album and about collaborating with his longtime pals from Fleetwood Mac.

Lindsey Buckingham talks about collaborating with longtime friend Christine McVie

Lindsey Buckingham talks about collaborating with longtime friend Christine McVie

Jill Riley and Brian Oake • Oct 31, 2017

Lindsey Buckingham and Christine McVie have collaborated on a new record, and they've been busy touring in support of it. On Monday, they performed at Northrop in Minneapolis. Ahead of the show, Brian Oake and Jill Riley got Lindsey Buckingham on the phone to talk about the new album and about collaborating with his longtime pals from Fleetwood Mac.

From the Gut: Husker Du fans share their stories

From the Gut: Husker Du fans share their stories

Oct 30, 2017

In the run-up to the release of the Do You Remember? podcast, we asked Husker Du fans to share some of their favorite stories about the band. The stories you submitted -- alternatively colorful, personal, funny, poignant, or all of the above -- illustrate the dedication of fans who found a favorite band for life. Check out the collection of Husker Du fan stories.

Music News: Bon Iver to mark 'For Emma' anniversary with concert, reissue

Music News: Bon Iver to mark 'For Emma' anniversary with concert, reissue

Jay Gabler • Oct 30, 2017

Today's top music news stories include Bon Iver celebrating the tenth anniversary of their debut album, Radiohead planning a songbook release, and calls for Nick Cave to cancel a planned Israel concert.

Gogol Bordello play it fast and loose in The Current's studio

Gogol Bordello play it fast and loose in The Current's studio

Mary Lucia and Simone Cazares • Oct 30, 2017

Gypsy punks Gogol Bordello just released their seventh album, 'Seekers and Finders,' and they're celebrating with a world tour. Before their show at First Avenue, they stopped by The Current to perform a few songs and chat with Looch.

The Current's guide to music on TV: week of Oct. 30, 2017

The Current's guide to music on TV: week of Oct. 30, 2017

Luke Taylor • Oct 30, 2017

Artists heard on The Current are frequently featured on late-night and other TV programs. Highlights this week include Weezer, Thundercat, Amy Shark, and Courtney Barnett and Kurt Vile. See the week's complete listings.

Thomas Abban shares 'A Sheik's Legacy' in The Current's studio

Thomas Abban shares 'A Sheik's Legacy' in The Current's studio

Andrea Swensson and Cecilia Johnson • Oct 30, 2017

Thomas Abban is a mysterious man and gifted guitarist. Recently, he visited the Local Show to unveil a bit of his story and set off more than a few fireworks on guitar.

DJ Pick of the Week: Asgeir, 'Afterglow'

DJ Pick of the Week: Asgeir, 'Afterglow'

Mark Wheat • Oct 30, 2017

'Afterglow', the sophomore release from Iceland's Asgeir, dives into a bold sonic territory of jittery piano and glitchy electronic washes that has left fans marveling.

Arcade Fire talk employment, American Dream, 'Everything Now'

Arcade Fire talk employment, American Dream, 'Everything Now'

Cecilia Johnson • Oct 30, 2017

Before their set at the Xcel Energy Center, Will Butler and Tim Kingsbury of Arcade Fire told The Current about album sequencing, the Butlers' family history, and the team it takes to tour.

Coffee Break: Songs of mayhem and mischief

Coffee Break: Songs of mayhem and mischief

Anna Reed • Oct 30, 2017

Today in Music History (which is apparently a day of mischief), both Jim Morrison and Axl Rose got into trouble with the law. So for today's 9:30 Coffee Break, what songs of mayhem and mischief do you want to hear?

Today in Music History: Remembering Jam Master Jay

Today in Music History: Remembering Jam Master Jay

Oct 30, 2017

Jam Master Jay was killed; Roy Orbison's 'Oh, Pretty Woman' went Gold; Pink Floyd released 'Meddle' in the U.S.; Australia's Men at Work had their first U.S. No. 1 hit; and Black Sabbath performed on Late Night with David Letterman, their first TV appearance after a 22-year gap, Today in Music History.

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