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January 30, 2019

A rising musician out of Milwaukee, Abby Jeanne recently released a new album, 'Music Box Dancer.' Although Jeanne is a multi-instrumentalist, she says her primary instrument is her voice -- and on hearing these soulful songs, that becomes abundantly clear. Before Abby Jeanne performs at the 7th Street Entry in Minneapolis on Wednesday, Jan. 30, she and her band stopped at The Current studio for a session hosted by Mark Wheat.

Abby Jeanne performs in The Current studio

Abby Jeanne performs in The Current studio

Mark Wheat • Jan 30, 2019

A rising musician out of Milwaukee, Abby Jeanne recently released a new album, 'Music Box Dancer.' Although Jeanne is a multi-instrumentalist, she says her primary instrument is her voice -- and on hearing these soulful songs, that becomes abundantly clear. Before Abby Jeanne performs at the 7th Street Entry in Minneapolis on Wednesday, Jan. 30, she and her band stopped at The Current studio for a session hosted by Mark Wheat.

Music News: These are not the Grammy winners. Or are they?

Music News: These are not the Grammy winners. Or are they?

Jade • Jan 29, 2019

The Recording Academy says a 'leaked' list of Grammy winners is not authentic, but that hasn't stopped Twitter from buzzing. Also in the news today: 'Jagged Little Pill' is headed to Broadway, Christina Aguilera is headed to Vegas, Bowie's first televised appearance as Ziggy Stardust has been found, Tracy Morgan spoofed Lou Bega, and Backstreet's back (all right!) with a hit album and a Chance the Rapper tribute.

Listen to Looch: seeing Neil Young in Minneapolis

Listen to Looch: seeing Neil Young in Minneapolis

Mary Lucia • Jan 29, 2019

This week on Listen to Looch, Mary Lucia is joined by The Current's Managing Digital Producer Brett Baldwin, who gives his account of seeing Neil Young at the Orpheum Theatre, one of four shows Young is doing in Minneapolis this week.

Coffee Break: Ways to keep warm

Coffee Break: Ways to keep warm

Anna Weggel • Jan 29, 2019

As we prepare for dangerously freezing temperatures in Minnesota tomorrow, what songs can you think of for today's 9:30 Coffee Break that offer creative ways to stay warm?

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Today in Music History: Remembering Tommy Ramone on his birthday

Jan 29, 2019

'Car Wash' hit No. 1; Aerosmith reached the top ten on the Singles Chart with 'Walk This Way'; Arctic Monkeys went No. 1 on the U.K. album chart with their debut album 'Whatever People Say I Am That's What I'm Not'; Willie Dixon died of heart failure; and Tommy Ramone was born, Today in Music History.

Music News: Michael Jackson documentary shocks Sundance

Music News: Michael Jackson documentary shocks Sundance

Jay Gabler • Jan 28, 2019

The Michael Jackson estate says the late star's family is 'furious' about a new documentary alleging sexual abuse. Also in the news today, Vampire Weekend and the Who have announced big shows, film composer Michel Legrand has died at 86, 'Rent Live' was mostly not live, and Psy has signed two of K-pop's biggest stars to his new record label. In today's viral clip, a young Marc Anthony fan takes the stage with her sweet dance moves.

Music on TV this week: Paul Simon; Lizzo; Emily King; Phosphorescent; Buddy Guy

Music on TV this week: Paul Simon; Lizzo; Emily King; Phosphorescent; Buddy Guy

Luke Taylor • Jan 28, 2019

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.

Coffee Break: Banned/controversial songs

Coffee Break: Banned/controversial songs

Anna Weggel • Jan 28, 2019

Today in 1984, Frankie Goes To Hollywood started a five-week run at No. 1 on the U.K. singles chart with "Relax". Arguably one of the most controversial singles in British music history, "Relax" was banned by the BBC and several commercial British radio stations, although significant radio personalities including John Peel continued to play the song. So for today's 9:30 Coffee Break, what songs do you want to hear that have been banned or were extremely controversial?

Today in Music History: 'Relax' went No. 1 in the U.K.

Today in Music History: 'Relax' went No. 1 in the U.K.

Jan 28, 2019

Frankie Goes To Hollywood started a five-week run at No. 1 on the U.K. singles chart with "Relax"; Lynyrd Skynyrd keyboard player Billy Powell died at the age of 56; Jamaican electronics musician King Tubby was born today in 1941; and Fleetwood Mac's 'Rumours' went No. 1, Today in Music History.

Album of the Week: James Blake, 'Assume Form'

Album of the Week: James Blake, 'Assume Form'

David Safar • Jan 28, 2019

James Blake has emerged as one of the most forward-thinking songwriters and producers coming out of the UK in the past 10 years.

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