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April 02, 2018

Today's top music news stories include the 'announcement' of 'Em&M's' candy; a possible SZA/Missy collaboration; and Linkin Park selling a controversial keytar.

Music News: Eminem announces 'Em&M's' candy...on April 1

Music News: Eminem announces 'Em&M's' candy...on April 1

Jay Gabler • Apr 2, 2018

Today's top music news stories include the 'announcement' of 'Em&M's' candy; a possible SZA/Missy collaboration; and Linkin Park selling a controversial keytar.

Music on TV this week: Jade Bird; Kacey Musgraves; I'm With Her

Music on TV this week: Jade Bird; Kacey Musgraves; I'm With Her

Luke Taylor • Apr 2, 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. You can also subscribe to receive the week's schedule in your inbox.

Gang of Youths spread hope and joy in The Current studio

Gang of Youths spread hope and joy in The Current studio

Sean McPherson • Apr 2, 2018

'I think the whole point of our career was to bring a sense of hope and joy to the circumstances that are devoid of it,' says Gang of Youths frontman David Le'aupepe. 'I think every artist has their purpose, and I think in Gang of Youths, we've sort of found ours.' The Sydney-based band recently visited The Current, where they played their uplifting and empowering songs.

Guthrie Theater announces ‘A Purple Celebration’ of Prince

Guthrie Theater announces ‘A Purple Celebration’ of Prince

Hanna Bubser • Apr 2, 2018

For Minnesotans, April is tinted in a familiar shade of purple. This is because Minnesota celebrates the life of Prince all month long, and there doesn’t seem to be a wrong way to do it. The Guthrie Theater announced today that it too will be honoring the life of Prince, with a special community event…

Minnesota Music Coalition declares April to be Minnesota Music Month

Minnesota Music Coalition declares April to be Minnesota Music Month

Hanna Bubser • Apr 2, 2018

April is a busy month for Minnesota music fans. Each new week brings with it new opportunities to explore music through a local lens. There are events like the Mid West Music Fest, Record Store Day, and of course the events celebrating Prince (not to mention countless other performances and events). With so much going…

Dead Horses new album, 'My Mother The Moon'

Dead Horses new album, 'My Mother The Moon'

Mike Pengra • Apr 2, 2018

Milwaukee-based Americana duo Dead Horses' new album, 'My Mother the Moon,' comes out Friday, April 6. Before then, enjoy our exclusive stream of the album in its entirety.

Coffee Break: Birmingham

Coffee Break: Birmingham

Anna Reed • Apr 2, 2018

Thanks to Pablo for writing in with today's theme idea. Judas Priest, a heavy metal band originally formed in West Bromwich just outside of Birmingham, is playing The Armory in Minneapolis tonight. So for today's Coffee Break, what bands from the Birmingham area do you want to hear?

Today in Music History: Remembering Edwin Starr

Today in Music History: Remembering Edwin Starr

Apr 2, 2018

The Beach Boys recorded a single that got around; Fleetwood Mac had a No. 1 album; Nirvana recorded in Wisconsin; Gnarls Barkley charted with downloads; and Edwin Starr passed away, today in Music History.

Courtney Barnett talks about her ‘reflective’ new album ‘Tell Me How You Really Feel’

Courtney Barnett talks about her ‘reflective’ new album ‘Tell Me How You Really Feel’

Hanna Bubser • Apr 2, 2018

When you hear Courtney Barnett’s name in the Twin Cities, it doesn’t just echo — it resonates. The Australian musician has a strong fan base here in Minnesota, and it reaches new heights with every song she releases. Back in October, she visited The Current’s studio with Kurt Vile to promote their collaborative release Lotta…

Music News: 'Trout Mask Replica' reissue to include trout mask replica

Music News: 'Trout Mask Replica' reissue to include trout mask replica

Jay Gabler • Apr 2, 2018

Today's top music news stories include a reissue of Captain Beefheart's 'Trout Mask Replica'; K-pop diplomacy; and Live Nation under investigation.

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