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May 01, 2019

Make a request or share song that has helped you through mental health condition for a special Radio Free Current on Saturday, May 18, 2019.

Request form: What songs support your mental well-being?

Request form: What songs support your mental well-being?

May 1, 2019

Make a request or share song that has helped you through mental health condition for a special Radio Free Current on Saturday, May 18, 2019.

Listen to Looch: talking openly about mental health

Listen to Looch: talking openly about mental health

Mary Lucia • Apr 30, 2019

This week, Mary Lucia talks to Sam Choo, content manager at Call to Mind, MPR's mental health initiative, about mental-health conditions and conversations. 'We're really leaning into talking about mental health and conditions and the people who are dealing with them in a more treatment-positive way,' Choo says.

Coffee Break: Longtime bands

Coffee Break: Longtime bands

Anna Weggel • Apr 30, 2019

Governor Tim Walz has declared Friday, April 26, Del Counts Band Day as they have been performing since 1961 and are widely considered the longest-running rock group in the Minnesota. So for today's 9:30 Coffee Break, what bands do you want to hear that have been performing for at least 30 years? Props to the Del Counts for being together for an astounding 58 years.

Today in Music History: Happy Birthday, Wayne Kramer

Today in Music History: Happy Birthday, Wayne Kramer

Apr 30, 2019

Elvis got the whole cell block dancing; The Young Rascals were lovin' it; The Who's Keith Moon probably didn't earn any hotel points; Michael Jackson and Eddie Van Halen paired up for a big hit; and Wayne Kramer was born, Today in Music History.

The Revolution are back on First Avenue’s wall of stars

The Revolution are back on First Avenue’s wall of stars

Simone Cazares • Apr 30, 2019

The Revolution now have a star of their own at First Avenue, unveiled on April 28 during Celebration 2019. Although “Prince and the Revolution” was one of First Avenue’s original stars, the star changed to just “Prince” when the building was repainted in 2010. Since Prince’s death, the Revolution have worked hard to continue his…

Music on TV this week: Anderson.Paak; Mac DeMarco; Craig Finn; Fontaines D.C.

Music on TV this week: Anderson.Paak; Mac DeMarco; Craig Finn; Fontaines D.C.

Luke Taylor • Apr 29, 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.

Watch Jenny Lewis perform a MicroShow in the Clown Lounge in St. Paul

Watch Jenny Lewis perform a MicroShow in the Clown Lounge in St. Paul

Apr 29, 2019

Just six days after the release of her album, 'On The Line,' Jenny Lewis and a group of backing musicians gathered in the cozy Clown Lounge at the Turf Club in St. Paul, Minn., for a MicroShow performance comprising six songs in an unforgettable setting.

Coffee Break: Monday morning dance party

Coffee Break: Monday morning dance party

Anna Weggel • Apr 29, 2019

April 29 is International Dance Day, to commemorate the anniversary of the birth of Jean-Georges Noverre, the creator of modern ballet. So for today's 9:30 Coffee Break, let's have a Monday morning dance party. What songs do you want to hear that you love to dance to?

Today in Music History: Remembering Tammi Terrell on her birthday

Today in Music History: Remembering Tammi Terrell on her birthday

Apr 29, 2019

Tammi Terrell was born; The King of Skiffle was born; Ringo sang about an 'Octopus's Garden'; Bruce Springsteen got collared for being a superfan; Bon Jovi got married; Aretha Franklin released a defining hit; and Dusty Springfield's home was honored, Today in Music History.

Giveaway: Enter for a chance to win a trip to Iceland Airwaves Festival

Giveaway: Enter for a chance to win a trip to Iceland Airwaves Festival

Apr 29, 2019

Iceland Naturally is coming to the Twin Cities this weekend to present a Taste of Iceland in the Twin Cities. And we've got your chance to return the favor.

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