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February 25, 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.

Music on TV this week: Nikki Lane; Weezer; Elle King; Gary Clark Jr.; Aurora; Hozier

Music on TV this week: Nikki Lane; Weezer; Elle King; Gary Clark Jr.; Aurora; Hozier

Luke Taylor • Feb 25, 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.

Music News: 'Green Book,' controversial film about pioneering pianist, wins Best Picture Oscar

Music News: 'Green Book,' controversial film about pioneering pianist, wins Best Picture Oscar

Jay Gabler • Feb 25, 2019

The Oscars opened with Queen and included a huge 'Star is Born' duet, but it was 'Green Book,' a movie inspired by the life of pianist Don Shirley, that won Best Picture at the Oscars. Also in the news today: R. Kelly pleads not guilty, Peter Frampton announces final tour, soul star Jackie Shane dies at 78, and Cher goes viral by tweeting a mysterious name.

The Current's Guitar Collection: Andrew Marlin and Emily Frantz of Mandolin Orange, Pre-War Guitars Company, Herringbone Dreadnought

The Current's Guitar Collection: Andrew Marlin and Emily Frantz of Mandolin Orange, Pre-War Guitars Company, Herringbone Dreadnought

Luke Taylor • Feb 25, 2019

During the time between their studio session and their sold-out gig at First Avenue in Minneapolis, Andrew Marlin and Emily Frantz of Mandolin Orange took time to talk about the guitar they play, a Herringbone guitar made by the Pre-War Guitars Company in North Carolina.

Coffee Break: Stuck, trapped, stranded

Coffee Break: Stuck, trapped, stranded

Anna Weggel • Feb 25, 2019

Throughout Minnesota but especially in southern parts of the state, driving has been...complicated, with roads and events canceled, shoveling being frustrating and people feeling stir crazy trapped in their houses. So for today's 9:30 Coffee Break, what songs do you want to hear that reference feeling stuck, trapped or stranded?

Everything we know about Spike Lee’s Prince tribute outfit at the 2019 Oscars

Everything we know about Spike Lee’s Prince tribute outfit at the 2019 Oscars

Lydia Moran • Feb 25, 2019

Spike Lee won an Academy Award last night in the category of Best Adapted Screenplay for his groundbreaking film BlacKkKlansman. On the red carpet, the director/producer/writer wore a purple suit, hat, glasses, and custom-made diamond and opal encrusted Love Symbol necklace in honor of his late friend Prince Rogers Nelson. After 30 years in the…

Today in Music History: Frank Sinatra performed his final concert

Today in Music History: Frank Sinatra performed his final concert

Feb 25, 2019

Buddy Holly had his first hit; Stevie Wonder was honored by President Barack Obama; the youngest Beatle was born; and Frank Sinatra performed his final concert, Today in Music History.

Making music, making a living: How three Minnesota artists connect the dots

Making music, making a living: How three Minnesota artists connect the dots

Simone Cazares • Feb 25, 2019

While some musicians are financially successful enough to focus exclusively on music, most aren’t quite so lucky. For the average musician, making a living can be a difficult puzzle to figure out. “It’s not going to look the way a lot of people think it will. It’s not glitzy and it involves a lot of…

Album of the Week: LCD Soundsystem, 'Electric Lady Sessions'

Album of the Week: LCD Soundsystem, 'Electric Lady Sessions'

David Safar • Feb 25, 2019

LCD Soundsystem treat their live album like a DJ set mixing their favorite songs along with their best covers.

Review and photos: Miya Folick shows the Turf Club she has the range

Review and photos: Miya Folick shows the Turf Club she has the range

Colleen Cowie • Feb 24, 2019

On her debut album Premonitions, Miya Folick proves that she has a penchant for capturing the intricacies of love. But rather than just singing about the well-worn trope of falling for a romantic partner, Folick celebrates the diversity of our relationships, and the many faces that our love can wear. She describes “Stop Talking” as a…

Sir Elton John through Mark Wheat's eyes and ears

Sir Elton John through Mark Wheat's eyes and ears

Mark Wheat • Feb 22, 2019

Mark Wheat reviews Sir Elton's final tour.

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