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March 01, 2019

Norwegian singer-songwriter Aurora stopped at The Current to perform songs from her recent album, 'Infections of a Different Kind, step 1,' and from its forthcoming follow-up. Aurora also shed light on the Bergen music scene, and she shared how she became involved in the 'Dumbo' remake, coming March 29.

Aurora performs in The Current studio

Aurora performs in The Current studio

Mac Wilson • Mar 1, 2019

Norwegian singer-songwriter Aurora stopped at The Current to perform songs from her recent album, 'Infections of a Different Kind, step 1,' and from its forthcoming follow-up. Aurora also shed light on the Bergen music scene, and she shared how she became involved in the 'Dumbo' remake, coming March 29.

Music News: Jenny Lewis gets 'On the Line' to talk about new album

Music News: Jenny Lewis gets 'On the Line' to talk about new album

Colleen Cowie • Mar 1, 2019

Jay talks with Jenny Lewis about her upcoming album 'On the Line,' an absorbing LP about love and loss recorded with an all-star (or should that be all-Starr?) backing band.

River Whyless want you to share your experiences of healing love

River Whyless want you to share your experiences of healing love

Adelaide Sandstrom • Mar 1, 2019

For a new music video, the North Carolina folk outfit have asked fans to share videos and photos capturing tender moments of compassion and community.

The List is here for Record Store Day 2019: Exclusive releases from Prince, Bob Dylan, Jenny Lewis and more

The List is here for Record Store Day 2019: Exclusive releases from Prince, Bob Dylan, Jenny Lewis and more

Kayla Song • Mar 1, 2019

The Record Store Day countdown to April 13 has begun, and the list of artists releasing exclusives for this special day has been revealed. Prince, Bob Dylan, Jenny Lewis, Courtney Barnett, and John Lennon are just a few names on the list. Maybe the coolest offering is a recreation of Prince’s 1995 The VERSACE Experience:…

Coffee Break: Always learning

Coffee Break: Always learning

Mar 1, 2019

One of the themes you'll hear throughout weekday mornings on The Current is "always learning". Especially through our daily vinyl and music history segments, we LOVE learning about music. Let's lean into that for today's 9:30 Coffee Break. What songs do you want to hear that teach, or reference teaching or learning?

Today in Music History: Nirvana played their final show

Today in Music History: Nirvana played their final show

Mar 1, 2019

Gene Clark of The Byrds announced he was leaving the group due to his fear of flying, The Beatles started recording 'Lucy in the Sky with Diamonds', Janet Jackson opened her 'Rhythm Nation' world tour, Frank Smith from Air Supply died of pneumonia, and Nirvana played their final show, Today in Music History.

Friday Five: astralblak, Champagne Confetti, and more new Minnesota music videos

Friday Five: astralblak, Champagne Confetti, and more new Minnesota music videos

Cecilia Johnson • Mar 1, 2019

astralblak – “Jerkin” In this video, astralblak luxuriate in free time. “Jerkin,” directed by avant-gardist rappers Nazeem & Spencer Joles, features the members of the band enjoying sushi; yoga; and time at the roller rink. Tonight, they’ll pass the mood on to fans at the Fine Line, headlining a bill that also promises performances from Nazeem &…

Music News: Durand Jones, Weezer, and more new music

Music News: Durand Jones, Weezer, and more new music

Jade and Jay Gabler • Feb 28, 2019

New releases this week include albums from the Japanese House, Weezer, Durand Jones, Hozier, Royal Trux, and the Cactus Blossoms. Plus, two new singles from Carly Rae Jepsen!

Big Thief announce new album, 'U.F.O.F.,' and release its first single

Big Thief announce new album, 'U.F.O.F.,' and release its first single

Bob Boilen • Feb 28, 2019

The song is quieter than might be expected from the band, and would fit right in with the solo album singer Adrianne Lenker released last fall.

Premiere: Dessa's new song 'Grade School Games'

Premiere: Dessa's new song 'Grade School Games'

Simone Cazares • Feb 28, 2019

Hear a brand new single from Dessa. "Grade School Games" comes to listeners just a little over a year since the release of her most recent album, Chime, and gives us a preview of what we can expect from her work with the Minnesota Orchestra this spring.

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