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March 13, 2018

Check out Nilufer Yanya's entire set from our day party at SXSW.

Nilufer Yanya enchants at SXSW 2018

Nilufer Yanya enchants at SXSW 2018

Jade, Adrian Williams and Nilufer Yanya • Mar 13, 2018

Check out Nilufer Yanya's entire set from our day party at SXSW.

Son Little Performs at PledgeHouse during SXSW 2018

Son Little Performs at PledgeHouse during SXSW 2018

Jade and Adrian Williams • Mar 13, 2018

Watch Son Little's entire performance from our day party at SXSW 2018.

Check out 'Music to Watch,' a new music discussion feature

Check out 'Music to Watch,' a new music discussion feature

Mar 13, 2018

Music to Watch is a new feature from The Current where host Sean McPherson checks in Kateri Palen, music segment producer, and Brian Stack, writer and actor, both of 'The Late Show with Stephen Colbert' on CBS. Together, the three swap notes about music and artists who have captured their attention lately. This week, Sean, Kateri and Brian talk about David Byrne, Chance the Rapper, Brandi Carlile, Julien Baker and more.

Watch Son Little, Nilufer Yanya, Jade Bird and more perform live at PledgeHouse during SXSW

Watch Son Little, Nilufer Yanya, Jade Bird and more perform live at PledgeHouse during SXSW

Jay Gabler • Mar 12, 2018

As PledgeHouse opens its doors for 2018 at the Blackheart Bar on Rainey Street, we'll be sharing sessions with five artists who are putting their own stamps on familiar genres.

Music on TV this week: Nathaniel Rateliff and the Night Sweats; Amy Shark; Brandi Carlile; Arcade Fire

Music on TV this week: Nathaniel Rateliff and the Night Sweats; Amy Shark; Brandi Carlile; Arcade Fire

Luke Taylor • Mar 12, 2018

Artists heard on The Current are frequently featured on TV programs, and we've gathered the listings in one convenient place for you. See the complete listings, and find performance videos as the week progresses.

Sunflower Bean take the stage at our SXSW day party

Sunflower Bean take the stage at our SXSW day party

Jade and Adrian Williams • Mar 12, 2018

Watch New York rockers Sunflower Bean take the stage at SXSW 2018.

Coffee Break: Light and dark

Coffee Break: Light and dark

Anna Reed • Mar 12, 2018

Yesterday was Daylight Saving Time where we lost an hour and we're seeing the results today with an extra dark morning and an extra long afternoon. So for today's Coffee Break, what songs do you want to hear that mention light and dark, sunrise and sunset, and time?

Today in Music History: Rick Astley rick rolls us all

Today in Music History: Rick Astley rick rolls us all

Mar 12, 2018

Paul married Linda; the U.S. charts got Rick-rolled for realsies; Ace of Base saw the sign; a poll named the song of the 20th century; James Taylor celebrates a birthday; and Rick Astley went to the top of the charts, Today in Music History.

Power couple Beyoncé and Jay-Z announce stadium tour, including show in Minneapolis

Power couple Beyoncé and Jay-Z announce stadium tour, including show in Minneapolis

Adrian Williams • Mar 12, 2018

After much speculation of a follow-up to their 2014 On the Run tour, which lacked a Minneapolis date, fans across North America will have a chance to see Beyoncé and Jay-Z live this summer. They will be coming to Minneapolis on August 8, just several concerts into the On the Run II tour, to perform…

Review and photos: Pussy Riot disrupt your expectations at the Turf Club

Review and photos: Pussy Riot disrupt your expectations at the Turf Club

Cecilia Johnson • Mar 11, 2018

Russia-based punk band/political movement Pussy Riot made Minnesota history at the Turf Club last night, subverting expectations throughout their thoughtful, radical show.

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