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November 28, 2017

Oake and Riley in the Morning producer Anna Reed shares her top songs of 2017.

Top 89 Staff Picks: Anna Reed, Oake & Riley producer

Top 89 Staff Picks: Anna Reed, Oake & Riley producer

Anna Reed • Nov 28, 2017

Oake and Riley in the Morning producer Anna Reed shares her top songs of 2017.

Music News: Donald Fagen sues late bandmate's estate for control of Steely Dan

Music News: Donald Fagen sues late bandmate's estate for control of Steely Dan

Jay Gabler • Nov 27, 2017

Today's top music news stories include a legal battle over control of Steely Dan, the announcement of the next round of SNL performers, and Bruce Springsteen extending his Broadway run.

The Cactus Blossoms, Kacy & Clayton fete eight years of 'United States of Americana'

The Cactus Blossoms, Kacy & Clayton fete eight years of 'United States of Americana'

Luke Taylor • Nov 27, 2017

On Saturday, Nov. 25, at First Avenue in Minneapolis, Saskatchewan duo Kacy & Clayton and hometown heroes The Cactus Blossoms helped celebrate eight years of The Current's roots-music program, 'United States of Americana,' with host Bill DeVille and around a thousand loyal listeners.

The Current's guide to music on TV: week of Nov. 27, 2017

The Current's guide to music on TV: week of Nov. 27, 2017

Luke Taylor • Nov 27, 2017

Artists heard on The Current are frequently featured on TV programs, and we've gathered the listings in one convenient place for you. This week's highlights include Spoon and Liam Gallagher each paying a visit to 'The Tonight Show,' Wolf Alice performing on 'Colbert,' and U2 performing on 'Saturday Night Live.' See the complete listings.

A history of the Minneapolis Armory: Interactive timeline

A history of the Minneapolis Armory: Interactive timeline

Simone Cazares • Nov 27, 2017

As the newly renovated Minneapolis Armory prepares to open in time for the upcoming Super Bowl, take a look back at one of the city's most historic structures - including its surprising musical legacy.

Alex Lahey turns in a rocking set in The Current studio

Alex Lahey turns in a rocking set in The Current studio

Bill DeVille • Nov 27, 2017

Fresh off a lively show the night before at the 7th Street Entry, Alex Lahey came in early Sunday morning to The Current, where she and her bandmates turned out a rocking performance of tracks from her debut full-length album, 'I Love You Like a Brother.' Of the title track, Lahey says, 'I decided to pick three chords and pretend I was in the Ramones and give it a go!'

Coffee Break: Technology through the ages

Coffee Break: Technology through the ages

Anna Reed • Nov 27, 2017

In honor of Cyber Monday, what songs do you want to hear that feature technology throughout the ages?

Today in Music History: The Youngest Beatle Puts out a Triple Album

Today in Music History: The Youngest Beatle Puts out a Triple Album

Nov 27, 2017

Mick Jagger didn't have fleas, Freddy Mercury was remembered, and George Harrison stepped out with a triple album, Today in Music History.

Music News: 'Last Kiss' writer Wayne Cochran dies at 78

Music News: 'Last Kiss' writer Wayne Cochran dies at 78

Jay Gabler • Nov 26, 2017

Today's top music news stories include the deaths of Wayne Cochran and Tommy Keene, and the revelation of David Cassidy's final words.

New music festival marks ‘Big Turn’ for Red Wing

New music festival marks ‘Big Turn’ for Red Wing

Colleen Cowie • Nov 24, 2017

When you imagine Minnesota in February, what comes to mind? Maybe live music isn’t the first thing to pop up, but a new music festival in Red Wing is hoping to change that. Big Turn Music Fest will take place in downtown Red Wing on Feb. 16 and 17, and will feature nearly 100 bands…

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