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March 08, 2018

A new song from 2018's Rock The Garden headliner Father John Misty sneaks into the bottom half of the chart, and First Aid Kit continue to hold the top spot.

The Chart Show: Mr. Tillman Is In The Basement

The Chart Show: Mr. Tillman Is In The Basement

Mark Wheat • Mar 8, 2018

A new song from 2018's Rock The Garden headliner Father John Misty sneaks into the bottom half of the chart, and First Aid Kit continue to hold the top spot.

You Need To Know: Student 1, an ace rapper, Guitar Hero champ, and all-around 'awkward fella'

You Need To Know: Student 1, an ace rapper, Guitar Hero champ, and all-around 'awkward fella'

Cecilia Johnson • Mar 7, 2018

Student 1's delivery and persona are colorful and comedic. Learn more about this rising Minnesota rapper through his recent interview with The Current.

Coffee Break: 2!

Coffee Break: 2!

Anna Reed • Mar 7, 2018

Happy our anniversary! Oake & Riley in the Morning is celebrating two years together today, and therefore we'd like to hear some music this morning that references two, or a pair, or a couple. So for today's 9:30 Coffee Break, what songs do you want to hear that mention 2 of something?

Rock and Roll Book Club: 'Woman Walk the Line' celebrates female country icons

Rock and Roll Book Club: 'Woman Walk the Line' celebrates female country icons

Jay Gabler • Mar 7, 2018

In 'Woman Walk the Line,' writers and musicians pay tribute to female country icons from Lil Hardin to Taylor Swift.

Plaques signifying notable sites in Minneapolis music history? After new study, it could happen

Plaques signifying notable sites in Minneapolis music history? After new study, it could happen

Simone Cazares • Mar 7, 2018

The City of Minneapolis has launched a study to identify important buildings in Twin Cities music history. Made possible by a grant from the National Park Service and the Minnesota Historical Society, the Minneapolis Music History Project is focusing on buildings built from 1850 to the start of the 20th century and involves asking the…

Today in Music History: Happy Birthday, Ernie Isley

Today in Music History: Happy Birthday, Ernie Isley

Mar 7, 2018

"Dueling Banjos" got a gold record; David Bowie released his ninth studio album 'Young Americans'; George Michael was voted the sexiest musician; The Beastie Boys were the first rap act at No. 1; and Ernie Isley was born, Today in Music History.

Radiohead’s 2018 tour bypasses Minnesota: Why haven’t they been here in 20 years?

Radiohead’s 2018 tour bypasses Minnesota: Why haven’t they been here in 20 years?

Colleen Cowie • Mar 7, 2018

On February 20, Radiohead announced dates for their 2018 North American tour, and once again, the English rockers are not coming to Minnesota. In fact, Radiohead haven’t visited the Twin Cities since they played at the State Theatre in 1997. So why haven’t the band been to Minnesota in over 20 years? While Minneapolis ranks…

Music News: Time's Up co-founder to head Grammys diversity effort

Music News: Time's Up co-founder to head Grammys diversity effort

Jay Gabler • Mar 6, 2018

Today's top music news stories include the appointment of Tina Tchen to head a Recording Academy diversity task force; a guilty plea for a Fyre Festival organizer; and payouts to families of Las Vegas music festival shooting victims.

March 8 is International Women's Day; here's how we're celebrating

March 8 is International Women's Day; here's how we're celebrating

Mar 6, 2018

From midnight to 11:59 p.m. on March 8 The Current will play nothing but songs fronted by musicians who identify as women. Get the schedule of hosts and special features.

Coffee Break: Posthumous releases

Coffee Break: Posthumous releases

Anna Reed • Mar 6, 2018

For today's Coffee Break, what songs do you want to hear that were released posthumously - as in, after the musician had passed away?

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