This week, Mary Lucia talks about an up-and-coming documentary: 'Dennis and Lois,' from filmmaker Chris Cassidy, which tells the story of two ordinary people who are extraordinary music fans. 'I'm telling you right now,' Mary says, 'this movie is going to blow minds.'

While Foals were in town for a show at First Avenue in Minneapolis, drummer Jack Bevan and guitarist Jimmy Smith stopped at The Current for a Theft of the Dial hosted by Jade. Bevan and Smith play some of their favorite songs and talk about some of their adventures on the road -- including a fortuitous musical discovery in the North Loop neighborhood of Minneapolis.

Before playing a sold-out show at the Palace Theatre, Lizzo stopped by The Current studio to talk about her new album, how she's grown as an artist, and what it's been like to take a more positive spin on her music. Lizzo also performs two songs from the album -- accompanied only by acoustic guitar -- showcasing her stunning vocals.

Today is National Teacher Appreciation Day today, and a South St. Paul educator was recently named Minnesota Teacher of the Year (congrats to Jessica Davis, a math teacher from South St. Paul Secondary School). So for today's 9:30 Coffee Break, what songs do you want to hear for teachers?

The Mamas and the Papas had a big hit; the Stones released a double album; Reginald Dwight legally changed his name to something we all recognize; Terence Trent D'Arby got his wish for a No. 1 hit; and the Steve Perry left Journey, Today in Music History.

Ahead of his show at the 7th Street Entry in Minneapolis, Nick Waterhouse and his band stopped at The Current studio to play songs from Waterhouse's fourth full-length studio album and to chat with host Bill DeVille.

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.

In an interview for our Music News podcast, Alan Parsons, a legendary engineer ('Dark Side of the Moon,' 'Abbey Road') and hit-making musician ('Eye in the Sky,' 'Don't Answer Me') talks about his storied history and his new album, 'The Secret.'

Planning a Minnesota road trip? Check a local landmark off your bucket list — specifically, one of these places made immortal by shout-outs in song. Get your playlist and your map app ready! Red Wing: “Kelly’s Bar,” Trampled by Turtles Our musical road trip starts on Old West Main Street in Red Wing, Minnesota, where…

May 6 is World Accordion Day! And we had three separate listeners write in asking for an accordion-themed Coffee Break today. So for today's 9:30 Coffee Break, what songs do you want to hear that feature the accordion?