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October 11, 2018

President Trump signed the Music Modernization Act into law on Tuesday, with artists including Kid Rock and Kanye West visiting the White House for the occasion. Also today: a Lynyrd Skynyrd film moves forward, Apple Music partners with Genius, the CMTs are honoring women artists, we dive into the Grammys' notion of a "new artist," and Charli XCX goes back to "1999" with Troye Sivan.

Music News: Music Modernization Act signed into law as Kid Rock looks on

Music News: Music Modernization Act signed into law as Kid Rock looks on

Jay Gabler • Oct 11, 2018

President Trump signed the Music Modernization Act into law on Tuesday, with artists including Kid Rock and Kanye West visiting the White House for the occasion. Also today: a Lynyrd Skynyrd film moves forward, Apple Music partners with Genius, the CMTs are honoring women artists, we dive into the Grammys' notion of a "new artist," and Charli XCX goes back to "1999" with Troye Sivan.

9 takeaways from our interview with Maceo Parker

9 takeaways from our interview with Maceo Parker

Sean McPherson and Simone Cazares • Oct 11, 2018

Maceo Parker is a bona fide music legend. Since starting his legendary run with James Brown in the mid-60s, Maceo has been at the center of every significant move in the funk world. His infectious, rhythmically dextrous alto is a part of the blueprint of the genre and he continues to play great music to this day.

Record Store Day Black Friday releases include Soul Asylum, Weezer, Smashing Pumpkins, and more

Record Store Day Black Friday releases include Soul Asylum, Weezer, Smashing Pumpkins, and more

Colleen Cowie • Oct 11, 2018

Black Friday may be an opportune time to get a head start on holiday shopping — but it’s also ideal for picking up exclusive vinyl releases. OutKast, Soul Asylum, Sting/Shaggy, Weezer, the Smashing Pumpkins, and more are releasing exclusive records on Nov. 23 for Record Store Day’s annual Black Friday event. Soul Asylum is releasing The…

Listen to Four Fists - '6666' before its release

Listen to Four Fists - '6666' before its release

Oct 11, 2018

The newest album by P.O.S and Astronautalis is out Friday, October 12, but we've got your chance for a first listen.

Coffee Break: Rock Hall 2019 nominees (round 2)

Coffee Break: Rock Hall 2019 nominees (round 2)

Anna Weggel • Oct 11, 2018

The Rock & Roll Hall of Fame has revealed its class of 2019 nominees for induction. Some of the 15 artists have been nominated time and time again and others are brand new to the process. For today's 9:30 Coffee Break (round 2!), what songs do you want to hear from artists nominated for the 2019 Rock & Roll Hall of Fame?

#Current15: Live Current, Volume 14 (2018)

#Current15: Live Current, Volume 14 (2018)

Oct 11, 2018

Each Fall, The Current collects some of the best live and in-studio performances of past year into one great album -- Live Current. This year, we're proud to release the fourteenth volume in the series.

Today in Music History: Muddy Waters almost dies in a car crash

Today in Music History: Muddy Waters almost dies in a car crash

Oct 11, 2018

Muddy Waters was almost killed in a car crash; The Beatles covered Chuck Berry; Aretha Franklin stepped onto a stage; and The Sex Pistols recorded their first single, Today in Music History.

Hear Rosanne Cash's instant classic 'Not Many Miles To Go'

Hear Rosanne Cash's instant classic 'Not Many Miles To Go'

Bruce Warren • Oct 11, 2018

This uptempo song from Cash's upcoming album, 'She Remembers Everything,' bares the message that love carries with it the certainty of loss.

The Chart Show: Ferociously Charming and Multi-Talented Monae Remains

The Chart Show: Ferociously Charming and Multi-Talented Monae Remains

Mark Wheat • Oct 11, 2018

Debuts from Metric, First Aid Kit, and Brandi Carlile shook things up on the Chart Show this week, joined by Janelle Monae who has been keeping busy with more than just music.

Music News: Listen to Jack White cover Blondie on rare '90s tape

Music News: Listen to Jack White cover Blondie on rare '90s tape

Jay Gabler • Oct 10, 2018

In a rare tape from the '90s, Jack White covers Blondie. Also today: Lady Gaga and Harry Styles named Met Gala co-chairs, BTS honored by South Korean government, AMAs report, Giorgio Moroder announces live tour, and Nile Rodgers unlocks the science of groove.

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