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July 28, 2018

Mike Peters of The Alarm stopped by to guest host Teenage Kicks and we had him sign a couple of records you could win!

Giveaway: Enter for a chance to win albums by The Alarm autographed by Mike Peters

Giveaway: Enter for a chance to win albums by The Alarm autographed by Mike Peters

Jul 28, 2018

Mike Peters of The Alarm stopped by to guest host Teenage Kicks and we had him sign a couple of records you could win!

Coffee Break: Road to Nowhere

Coffee Break: Road to Nowhere

Anna Reed • Jul 27, 2018

A huge stretch of I-35W is closing the next 2 weekends in the Twin Cities. Drivers will be detoured around the closure using Highway 62, Minnesota Highway 100 and I-694 or Interstate 35E to Interstate 94 east. So for today's 9:30 Coffee Break, what songs do you want to hear for this troubling road construction?

Today in Music History: The film 'Purple Rain' was released

Today in Music History: The film 'Purple Rain' was released

Jul 27, 2018

The film 'Purple Rain' was released; Juliana Hatfield was born; Cass Elliot released her first solo single; John Denver got his second No. 1 hit; 'Men in Black' soundtrack was a bestseller; and the late Soul Asylum bassist Karl Mueller was born, Today in Music History.

What was it like the first time you saw Prince's 'Purple Rain'?

What was it like the first time you saw Prince's 'Purple Rain'?

Sean McPherson • Jul 27, 2018

It was 34 years ago today that 'Purple Rain' hit cinemas. It was an incredible moment for Prince's career, and an incredible moment for fans to see their favorite artist in a feature-length film.

Album of the Week: Jim James, 'Uniform Distortion'

Album of the Week: Jim James, 'Uniform Distortion'

David Safar • Jul 27, 2018

Jim James returns with his latest release, 'Uniform Distortion,' out now on ATO Records.

Music News: Iceland Airwaves reaches gender parity goal pledged by 108 other festivals

Music News: Iceland Airwaves reaches gender parity goal pledged by 108 other festivals

Jay Gabler • Jul 26, 2018

Today's top music news stories include Iceland Airwaves reaching a gender parity goal, Phil Elverum marrying Michelle Williams, and the Fyre Festival organizer facing new charges.

Vagical Mystery Tour: Chastity Brown, Lori Barbero, and more to join Lizz Winstead for comedy and conversation

Vagical Mystery Tour: Chastity Brown, Lori Barbero, and more to join Lizz Winstead for comedy and conversation

Colleen Cowie • Jul 26, 2018

Tonight, the Vagical Mystery Tour is making a stop at the Cedar Cultural Center for a night of comedy, conversations about reproductive rights, and satirical covers of sexist music. The Vagical Mystery Tour is the project of Daily Show co-creator (and Minneapolis native) Lizz Winstead and Lady Parts Justice League, a comedy-driven reproductive rights organization.…

The Current Goes to Duluth 2018: Meet three artists you’ll hear live at Bent Paddle

The Current Goes to Duluth 2018: Meet three artists you’ll hear live at Bent Paddle

Colleen Cowie • Jul 26, 2018

This weekend marks one of The Current’s favorite summer traditions, The Current Goes to Duluth! Our first stop will be Bent Paddle Brewing, where Mike Novitzki and Jade will be joined by three Duluth artists. If you can’t be there to enjoy the music in person, you can hear one of each band’s songs live…

Coffee Break: Eclipse

Coffee Break: Eclipse

Anna Reed • Jul 26, 2018

The greatest eclipse of the century is happening this weekend, and scientists have found underground water lake on Mars, so for today's 9:30 Coffee Break, what songs do you want to hear that would be the soundtrack to looking to the sky?

Prince’s philanthropic legacy lives on through PRN Alumni and Purple Playground

Prince’s philanthropic legacy lives on through PRN Alumni and Purple Playground

Simone Cazares • Jul 26, 2018

While Prince will always be remembered for his iconic songs, for a while there was still a lot we didn’t know about the music legend. Now, two years after his passing, we know that Prince was also passionate about giving back to the community. While it may be impossible to know the full extent of…

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