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May 03, 2018

David Byrne makes a debut this week, along with new entries from Greta Van Fleet, Dr. Dog, and August Greene. Janelle Monae continues to hold the top spot.

The Chart Show: Byrne Breaks Through

The Chart Show: Byrne Breaks Through

Mark Wheat • May 3, 2018

David Byrne makes a debut this week, along with new entries from Greta Van Fleet, Dr. Dog, and August Greene. Janelle Monae continues to hold the top spot.

13-year-old Minnesota musician Julie Bella goes from computer screen to recording studio

13-year-old Minnesota musician Julie Bella goes from computer screen to recording studio

Hanna Bubser • May 2, 2018

When we millennials think back to when we were teenagers, we’re not reminiscing about having millions of views racked up on YouTube. Today, younger generations have more access to technology and the internet than ever before. 13-year-old Minnesotan Julie Bella has used this accessibility to her advantage in helping to launch a music career. If you…

Porter Nickerson perform in the Radio Heartland studio

Porter Nickerson perform in the Radio Heartland studio

Mike Pengra, Willy Porter and Carmen Nickerson • May 2, 2018

Porter is known for his funky, Kottke-esque, fast-picking guitar style. Nickerson's sultry voice was already well-established in the Midwest. Joining the two forces was new for both Milwaukee musicians and we're lucky they did.

Coffee Break: Nominated bands

Coffee Break: Nominated bands

Anna Reed • May 2, 2018

The 2018 Tony nominations have been announced, and it's a big year for The Current's playlist. It got us thinking about other Current bands that have been nominated for awards in theater, television and movie categories. So for today's 9:30 Coffee Break, what bands do you want to hear that have been nominated for Tonys, Emmys or Oscars?

Rock and Roll Book Club: Steven Hyden's 'Twilight of the Gods'

Rock and Roll Book Club: Steven Hyden's 'Twilight of the Gods'

Jay Gabler • May 2, 2018

In 'Twilight of the Gods,' Steven Hyden writes a gen-X requiem for classic rock.

You Need To Know: Moise, a St. Thomas grad on the come up

You Need To Know: Moise, a St. Thomas grad on the come up

Cecilia Johnson • May 2, 2018

Every once in a while, SoundCloud yields something really promising. When I first heard Moise’s song “Wildflower” on that platform, I knew enough to pay attention; about a year later, this artist is getting ready to release his debut project (Amongst the Leaves, which will contain new single “a thousand miles”) and perform around the…

Today in Music History: Remembering Lesley Gore on her birthday

Today in Music History: Remembering Lesley Gore on her birthday

May 2, 2018

Lesley Gore was born; Keith Richards fell out of a coconut tree; The Who played without Keith Moon; Brian Wilson halted the production of Smile; and Michael Jackson pulled some jewelry store hijinks, Today in Music History.

Music News: Bruce Springsteen to receive special Tony award

Music News: Bruce Springsteen to receive special Tony award

Jay Gabler • May 2, 2018

Today's top music news stories include the Tony nominations, the Record Store Day bestseller, and Gibson filing for bankruptcy.

Music to Watch: Janelle Monae, Run the Jewels, Jack White

Music to Watch: Janelle Monae, Run the Jewels, Jack White

Sean McPherson • May 1, 2018

This week on Music to Watch, Sean McPherson talks to 'The Late Show with Stephen Colbert' music segment producer Kateri Palen about Janelle Monae's new album, Run the Jewels, Jack White, Australian bands -- and how an artist obtains the Colbert moniker, 'friend of the show.'

Enter for a chance to win a trip to see U2 in Chicago

Enter for a chance to win a trip to see U2 in Chicago

May 1, 2018

On the heels of their triumphant 'Joshua Tree' anniversary tour, U2 are getting ready to hit the road again -- and The Current wants to take you to their show in Chicago.

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