October 25, 2018Courtney Barnett inducts an additional track in the Hall of Fame, putting her at #3 on the All time Hall of Fame! Save This Story
The Chart Show: Bambi bounces to the top!Mark Wheat • Oct 25, 2018Courtney Barnett inducts an additional track in the Hall of Fame, putting her at #3 on the All time Hall of Fame!
Music News: Debate swirls around negative review of retro rockers Greta Van FleetJay Gabler • Oct 24, 2018When influential review site Pitchfork ran a highly negative review of Greta Van Fleet's new album, music fans across the internet took sides. Also today: a Lennon/Ono biopic in development, international travel frustrations for musicians, a Sonic Youth blowout sale, music stars working to get out the vote with a viral jingle, and a roundup of recent developments in music streaming and social media.
First Avenue to purchase Fitzgerald Theater from MPRLuke Taylor • Oct 24, 2018The 1910-built, 1,000-seat venue has been operated by Minnesota Public Radio since 1980. Minneapolis-based First Avenue, one of the longest running, independently owned clubs in the U.S., looks to help 'grow St. Paul's music scene' once the deal is finalized.
Minnesota Timberwolves to honor Prince with special uniforms inspired by ‘Purple Rain’Colleen Cowie • Oct 24, 2018Photos have leaked of the Timberwolves’ new purple and black Prince-inspired uniforms. The uniform includes a black jersey and shorts with purple lettering reminiscent of the font on the Purple Rain album cover. The uniform is part of the City Edition series, which the NBA launched last year in partnership with Nike. The City Edition uniforms, worn only…
Coffee Break: Mamas and the papasAnna Weggel • Oct 24, 2018Thanks to listener Loran for today's theme suggestion -- he says "Counter to the rebellious tone of rock, I think there are a lot of songs what recommend listening to your parents." For today's 9:30 Coffee Break, what songs do you want to hear that offer advice to or from parents?
Rock and Roll Book Club: Lily Allen's 'My Thoughts Exactly'Jay Gabler • Oct 24, 2018Lily Allen's new memoir is a fascinating, honest account by one of the most compelling indie-pop artists of her generation.
Today in Music History: Remembering Bobby Vee Oct 24, 2018Bobby Vee passed away; Michael Jackson hit the charts; James Brown recorded his legendary live album; and Smashing Pumpkins released 'Mellon Collie and the Infinite Sadness', Today in Music History.
Joyce Manor perform a stripped-down set at The CurrentMark Wheat • Oct 23, 2018Known for their high-energy shows, California's Joyce Manor shake things up a bit with a semi-acoustic set ahead of their show at the Cedar Cultural Center in Minneapolis. Joyce Manor perform tunes from their latest release, 'Million Dollars To Kill Me,' which has received plaudits for its demonstration of the band's maturation ... even though the band members themselves don't quite hear the difference.
Music News: Teen doesn't know how CD-Rs work, makes everyone 20+ instantly feel oldJay Gabler • Oct 23, 2018A teenager went viral with a tweet revealing that she doesn't know how CD-Rs work. Also, Britney Spears's hit "...Baby One More Time" turns 20, and we explain why it was a game-changer. In more music news: rapper Jon James has died on a video shoot, Whitney Houston and Steve Aoki are getting the museum treatment, and Tracy Chapman is reportedly suing Nicki Minaj.
Mikaela Davis performs at The CurrentBill DeVille • Oct 23, 2018Singer-songwriter Mikaela Davis is on tour in support of 'Delivery,' her first full-length album on a major label (Rounder Records). A harpist and pianist, Davis and her band bring a unique sound to the indie rock universe. Listen to her complete in-studio session, hosted by Bill DeVille.