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May 24, 2018

New debuts from Margo Price, Courtney Barnett, Trampled By Turtles, and Childish Gambino stirred things up on the chart this week.

The Chart Show: Gambino's America

The Chart Show: Gambino's America

May 24, 2018

New debuts from Margo Price, Courtney Barnett, Trampled By Turtles, and Childish Gambino stirred things up on the chart this week.

Coffee Break: Synth rock

Coffee Break: Synth rock

Anna Reed • May 23, 2018

Robert Moog, inventor of the Moog synthesizer, was born today in 1934. So for today's 9:30 Coffee Break, what songs that feature the synthesizer would you like to hear?

Rock and Roll Book Club: 'Gold Dust Woman: The Biography of Stevie Nicks'

Rock and Roll Book Club: 'Gold Dust Woman: The Biography of Stevie Nicks'

Jay Gabler • May 23, 2018

As Stevie Nicks turns 70, her reputation as one of rock's true visionaries continues to rise. A recent biography provides a sympathetic, competent overview of her life and career.

Today in Music History: The Grateful Dead performed at the Hollywood Rock Music Festival

Today in Music History: The Grateful Dead performed at the Hollywood Rock Music Festival

May 23, 2018

The Grateful Dead performed their first concert outside of North America, Smashing Pumpkins called it quits, Noel Gallagher walked out on Oasis, and The Beatles invented the music video, Today in Music History.

Bad Bad Hats announce new album ‘Lighting Round’ for Aug. 3, release first song

Bad Bad Hats announce new album ‘Lighting Round’ for Aug. 3, release first song

Hanna Bubser • May 23, 2018

Minneapolis pop-rock band Bad Bad Hats have announced the release of their sophomore album Lightning Round, which will be available on Aug. 3. Their first album, Psychic Reader, put them on the map back in 2015, with songs like “Midway,” “Joseph,” and “Fight Song” getting stuck in listeners’ heads. Since this initial release, the band have toured with…

McDonald’s claims Big Mac ad isn’t about Prince, offended fans roll eyes

McDonald’s claims Big Mac ad isn’t about Prince, offended fans roll eyes

Jay Gabler • May 23, 2018

“Girl, please,” says a man wearing a purple jacket and carrying a stylized guitar, “I Big Mac like a Prince.” Could this South African TV ad possibly be referencing any well-known musician? Not really, says McDonald’s…but an industry group begs to differ. The Advertising Standards Authority (ASA), an independent trade group in South Africa, received…

In town for Soundset? Here’s where you should go

In town for Soundset? Here’s where you should go

Cecilia Johnson • May 23, 2018

People from all around the world visit Minnesota every spring for Soundset, the largest hip-hop festival in the United States. But how many venture beyond the State Fairgrounds to discover where our local heroes grew up? Where they shop or eat? Here are a few hometown spots you can go to soak up the culture. Of…

Music News: Dropkick Murphys step into the ring; 'American Idol' crowns a winner; R. Kelly sued

Music News: Dropkick Murphys step into the ring; 'American Idol' crowns a winner; R. Kelly sued

Jay Gabler • May 23, 2018

The Dropkick Murphys are bringing boxing matches onstage for their tour conclusion; Maddie Poppe has been crowned the winner of the 'American Idol' reboot; and R. Kelly has been sued for sexual battery.

Listen to Looch: binge-worthy music

Listen to Looch: binge-worthy music

Mary Lucia • May 22, 2018

With Memorial Day approaching, we've got Block-Rockin' Weekend coming up, which is like The Current's version of binge-watching. So this week, Mary Lucia asks: What music do you consider binge worthy? Let us know.

Album of the Week: Arctic Monkeys, 'Tranquility Base Hotel & Casino'

Album of the Week: Arctic Monkeys, 'Tranquility Base Hotel & Casino'

Jill Riley • May 22, 2018

Arctic Monkeys are back with their sixth studio album, 'Tranquility Base Hotel and Casino' out now on Domino Records.

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