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December 13, 2018

This year's Rock and Roll Hall of Fame inductees have been announced: the Cure, Def Leppard, Janet Jackson, Stevie Nicks, Radiohead, Roxy Music, and the Zombies. The Current's program director Jim McGuinn, a Rock Hall voter, joins Jay and Jade to talk about this year's honorees...and who didn't make the cut.

Music News: Inside this year's Rock and Roll Hall of Fame inductees

Music News: Inside this year's Rock and Roll Hall of Fame inductees

Jay Gabler • Dec 13, 2018

This year's Rock and Roll Hall of Fame inductees have been announced: the Cure, Def Leppard, Janet Jackson, Stevie Nicks, Radiohead, Roxy Music, and the Zombies. The Current's program director Jim McGuinn, a Rock Hall voter, joins Jay and Jade to talk about this year's honorees...and who didn't make the cut.

Giveaway: Paisley Park tour and merchandise package

Giveaway: Paisley Park tour and merchandise package

Dec 13, 2018

Enter for a chance to experience Prince's Paisley Park first-hand.

Coffee Break: 2019 Rock Hall inductees

Coffee Break: 2019 Rock Hall inductees

Anna Weggel • Dec 13, 2018

The Rock & Roll Hall of Fame has announced its 2019 class of inductees and out of 15 nominees, seven have emerged victorious. So for today's 9:30 Coffee Break, what songs do you want to hear from 2019 Rock Hall inductees?

Janet Jackson, The Cure, Radiohead Among Rock & Roll Hall Of Fame Inductees For 2019

Janet Jackson, The Cure, Radiohead Among Rock & Roll Hall Of Fame Inductees For 2019

Andrew Flanagan • Dec 13, 2018

The institution chose seven inductees from a field of 15 to honor at next March's ceremony, including Def Leppard, Stevie Nicks, Roxy Music and The Zombies.

Today in Music History: Happy Birthday, Jeff Baxter

Today in Music History: Happy Birthday, Jeff Baxter

Dec 13, 2018

Today in Music History: Bob Dylan was on the cover of Rolling Stone, Phil Collins was on Miami Vice, Bowie released "Golden Years", and Jeff "Skunk" Baxter was born.

Top 89 of 2018: Best Local Artists

Top 89 of 2018: Best Local Artists

Dec 13, 2018

The Current's Top 89 countdown is our main year-end event, but we're supplementing the song list with some fabulous bonus categories, including Best Local Artists.

The Chart Show: End of year parties are starting early!

The Chart Show: End of year parties are starting early!

Mark Wheat • Dec 13, 2018

Brandi Carlile continues to hold the top spot on the chart in her tenth week, joined by debuts from The Cactus Blossoms, The Avett Brothers, and Pedro The Lion.

Music News: Ozzy Osbourne meets fast-food-themed Black Sabbath tribute band

Music News: Ozzy Osbourne meets fast-food-themed Black Sabbath tribute band

Jay Gabler • Dec 12, 2018

Have you heard of Mac Sabbath? Neither had Ozzy Osbourne. Also in the news today: Iggy Pop's producing a documentary series on punk, NEA funds black music history project, the Darkness get booked on 'The Great British Bake Off,' Beyonce plays a wedding in India, and Nick Cave opposes calls for Israel boycott.

The Okee Dokee Brothers take on winter in the Radio Heartland studio

The Okee Dokee Brothers take on winter in the Radio Heartland studio

Mike Pengra • Dec 12, 2018

The Okee Dokee Brothers' new album, 'Winterland,' is meant to celebrate winter, but it also contains some deeper messages about taking care of oneself and of the planet. Joe Mailander and Justin Lansing of the Okee Dokee Brothers parked their sleds outside and brought their music and warm vibes into our studio.

Giveaway: Enter for a chance to fly to L.A. to see Jeff Tweedy

Giveaway: Enter for a chance to fly to L.A. to see Jeff Tweedy

Dec 12, 2018

Want to keep up with Jeff Tweedy? You're going to need some help.

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