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April 16, 2018

Today's top music news stories include a disastrous 'singing road,' a huge donation for KEXP, and Cardi B setting a chart record.

Music News: 'Singing road' drives Dutch village crazy

Music News: 'Singing road' drives Dutch village crazy

Jay Gabler • Apr 16, 2018

Today's top music news stories include a disastrous 'singing road,' a huge donation for KEXP, and Cardi B setting a chart record.

Back from Australia shows, Andre Cymone teases new projects

Back from Australia shows, Andre Cymone teases new projects

Luke Taylor • Apr 16, 2018

Having recently played several shows in Australia, both in support of his 2017 album '1969' and as part of the New Power Generation, Andre Cymone is back home in Los Angeles and is ramping up two new albums. 'As an artist, I'm going to do whatever I'm inspired to do,' Cymone says.

Music on TV this week: Portugal.The Man; Franz Ferdinand; Ben Gibbard; Chaka Khan; Snow Patrol

Music on TV this week: Portugal.The Man; Franz Ferdinand; Ben Gibbard; Chaka Khan; Snow Patrol

Luke Taylor • Apr 16, 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.

Review and photos: Wild Child and the Wild Reeds were graceful and lush at the Cedar Cultural Center

Review and photos: Wild Child and the Wild Reeds were graceful and lush at the Cedar Cultural Center

Emmet Kowler • Apr 16, 2018

Between sets on Friday night, the crowd at the sold-out Cedar Cultural Center were treated to Gloria Estefan’s “Conga,” Bruno Mars’s “That’s What I Like,” Estelle’s “American Boy,” and even a club remix of Hall & Oates’ “I Can’t Go For That.” No one seemed entirely sure why the house playlist — normally such a…

Kendrick Lamar wins Pulitzer Prize

Kendrick Lamar wins Pulitzer Prize

Hanna Bubser • Apr 16, 2018

Rapper Kendrick Lamar is now a Pulitzer Prize winner. Earlier today, the Pulitzer Prize Board announced its 2018 honorees. Among them was Lamar, winning in the music category for his album “DAMN”. The win makes Lamar the first artist to win the award for a composition that’s neither classical nor jazz. Released in April of…

Drunken chaos, pointless destruction, great music: The Replacements roadie talks

Drunken chaos, pointless destruction, great music: The Replacements roadie talks

Jim Bickal • Apr 16, 2018

"On the road," says Bill Sullivan, "somebody was always looking at your stuff and wanted to steal it."

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Coffee Break: Songs of summer

Anna Reed • Apr 16, 2018

Let's will better weather into being with a 9:30 Coffee Break all about summer, warmth, and sunshine.

Today in Music History: Happy Birthday, Dave Pirner

Today in Music History: Happy Birthday, Dave Pirner

Anna Reed • Apr 16, 2018

Buddy Holly's first single was released; a Led Zeppelin got a gold record; Hutch from Starsky and Hutch had a big hit; Kiss put the makeup back on; composer Henry Mancini was born; and Dave Pirner was born, Today in Music History.

Musicians rave un2 Prince's joy fantastic

Musicians rave un2 Prince's joy fantastic

Lou Papineau • Apr 16, 2018

In tribute to Prince's lasting impact on popular music and culture, we've collected quotes from fellow icons who were wowed by his ability to, in Miles Davis' words, "do it all," and a new generation of creative forces who have been influenced by his prodigious legacy. It's a stirring testimonial to the all-around awesomeness that is Prince.

Music News: The Cars, Moody Blues, Bon Jovi inducted into Rock and Roll Hall of Fame

Music News: The Cars, Moody Blues, Bon Jovi inducted into Rock and Roll Hall of Fame

Jay Gabler • Apr 16, 2018

Today's top music news stories include the 2018 Rock and Roll Hall of Fame induction, Beyonce at Coachella, and Jack White on 'Saturday Night Live.'

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