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September 25, 2018

Lots of movie news today: 'Almost Famous' is heading to the stage, 'High Fidelity' is heading to the small screen, and Mark Mothersbaugh is reuniting with Wes Anderson. Also in the news today: a deadly accident involving Gary Numan's tour bus, a pyrotechnics accident at a Vegas music festival, new technology for deaf concertgoers, and Slash gets rag-doll-ified.

Music News: 'Almost Famous' to become musical, Zoe Kravitz to star in 'High Fidelity' TV series

Music News: 'Almost Famous' to become musical, Zoe Kravitz to star in 'High Fidelity' TV series

Jay Gabler • Sep 25, 2018

Lots of movie news today: 'Almost Famous' is heading to the stage, 'High Fidelity' is heading to the small screen, and Mark Mothersbaugh is reuniting with Wes Anderson. Also in the news today: a deadly accident involving Gary Numan's tour bus, a pyrotechnics accident at a Vegas music festival, new technology for deaf concertgoers, and Slash gets rag-doll-ified.

The Come Up: New Twin Cities Music

The Come Up: New Twin Cities Music

Jeffrey Bissoy-Mattis • Sep 25, 2018

As we gently settle into fall, it's time for another Twin Cities Come Up feature. Before the leaves fully turn colors, Jeffrey Bissoy-Mattis takes a look at some dope new Hip-Hop hits from Twin Cities artists.

Coffee Break: Flu shots

Coffee Break: Flu shots

Anna Weggel • Sep 25, 2018

Jill and Brian are getting their flu shots today on the air just after 9 am. So for today's 9:30 Coffee Break, what songs do you want to hear that mention needles, vaccines, healing, influenza, viruses, etc.?

Today in Music History: Happy 50th to Will Smith

Today in Music History: Happy 50th to Will Smith

Sep 25, 2018

Dave Grohl joined Nirvana; Sam Cooke hit No. 2 on two charts; the Beatles appeared as cartoons on ABC TV; 'The Partridge Family' made its debut; Queen appeared on SNL; Led Zeppelin drummer John Bonham passed away; and Will Smith was born, Today in Music History.

Music News: 'Weird Al' Yankovic joins Weezer in 'Africa' video

Music News: 'Weird Al' Yankovic joins Weezer in 'Africa' video

Sep 24, 2018

A new video for Weezer's 'Africa' features 'Weird Al' Yankovic. Also in the news today, a Muslim rapper has canceled Bataclan concerts due to safety concerns, SiriusXM is buying Pandora, Paul Simon said goodbye, Carrie Underwood tops the album chart, and...DNA-inspired playlists: good idea, great idea, or absolutely terrible idea? Spotify users are now finding out.

Music on TV this week: Mumford & Sons; Superorganism; Interpol; Nas; Neko Case; Kanye West

Music on TV this week: Mumford & Sons; Superorganism; Interpol; Nas; Neko Case; Kanye West

Luke Taylor • Sep 24, 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 to plan your TV viewing around music.

Death Cab for Cutie perform a Microshow in the Forum at MPR

Death Cab for Cutie perform a Microshow in the Forum at MPR

Sep 24, 2018

Just upstairs from The Current's broadcast and recording studios, Death Cab for Cutie perform a Microshow in the Forum at Minnesota Public Radio. Concert attendees were those who had won tickets to the show through The Current's on-air and online giveaways to the event.

Coffee Break: Trash

Coffee Break: Trash

Anna Weggel • Sep 24, 2018

Thanks to Loran for writing in with today's theme idea. For today's 9:30 Coffee Break, what songs do you want to hear that mention trash, garbage, or junk?

Watch Death Cab for Cutie live from the Palace Theatre

Watch Death Cab for Cutie live from the Palace Theatre

Sep 24, 2018

Mark your calendar for October 6 to watch Death Cab for Cutie perform at the Palace Theatre.

Today in Music History: Nirvana released 'Nevermind'

Today in Music History: Nirvana released 'Nevermind'

Sep 24, 2018

James Hendrix arrived in England and legally changed his name to Jimi; the Association had a No. 1 hit to cherish; Bobby McFerrin scored the first a cappella No. 1 single; Nirvana released 'Nevermind'; Mumford and Sons released 'Babel'; and Merseybeat bandleader Gerry Marsden was born in Liverpool, Today in Music History.

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