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June 06, 2019

Patty, Maxene, and LaVerne Andrews grew up in Minnesota as daughters of Greek immigrants. Just a few decades after their family relocated to the U.S., the Andrew Sisters became a key cultural representation of patriotism and hope during WWII.

The Andrews Sisters: America's soundtrack to WWII

The Andrews Sisters: America's soundtrack to WWII

Colleen Cowie • Jun 6, 2019

Patty, Maxene, and LaVerne Andrews grew up in Minnesota as daughters of Greek immigrants. Just a few decades after their family relocated to the U.S., the Andrew Sisters became a key cultural representation of patriotism and hope during WWII.

The Chart Show: 'Bad Guy' Tops the Lot!

The Chart Show: 'Bad Guy' Tops the Lot!

Mark Wheat • Jun 6, 2019

The most popular teenager on the planet right now is back at the top of our chart.

Coffee Break: European Vacation - Liverpool!

Coffee Break: European Vacation - Liverpool!

Anna Weggel • Jun 5, 2019

Let's go on a MUSICAL VACATION this week. We're taking you to Europe. Third stop - Liverpool!

Rock and Roll Book Club: 'Why Karen Carpenter Matters'

Rock and Roll Book Club: 'Why Karen Carpenter Matters'

Jay Gabler • Jun 5, 2019

Author Karen Tongson makes a case for the late Karen Carpenter as more than just a guilty pleasure or tragic tale: as a gifted musician whose story and legacy have been defined too narrowly.

Hozier performs a stunning set of songs on Oake and Riley in the Morning

Hozier performs a stunning set of songs on Oake and Riley in the Morning

Jill Riley and Brian Oake • Jun 5, 2019

Touring in support of his second album, 'Wasteland, Baby!' -- and his first to hit No. 1 in the U.S. -- Hozier and his band stopped at The Current studio to perform a set of songs and to share some thoughts and insights about the music with Brian Oake and Jill Riley.

Today in Music History: U2 play live at Red Rocks

Today in Music History: U2 play live at Red Rocks

Jun 5, 2019

Richard Butler was born; Elvis Presley's televised gyrations caused a stir; Roy Oribson went to No. 1 with 'Running Scared'; Paul McCartney released an album with a side of coffee; Bob Dylan graduated from Hibbing High School; U2 performed and recorded at Red Rocks, Today in Music History.

60 years ago today, Bob Dylan graduated from Hibbing High School

60 years ago today, Bob Dylan graduated from Hibbing High School

Lydia Moran • Jun 5, 2019

60 years ago today, Bob Dylan (known to the town then and now as Bob Zimmerman) graduated from Hibbing High School before briefly attending the University of Minnesota, then rocketing on. Dylan was born at St. Mary’s Hospital in Duluth and lived in Hibbing from the age of six onward. At 186 square miles, Hibbing…

How purple fans across the globe plan to celebrate Prince’s ‘born day’

How purple fans across the globe plan to celebrate Prince’s ‘born day’

Marla Khan-Schwartz • Jun 5, 2019

Although Minnesota has many opportunities to explore and celebrate the life and legacy of Prince during his birth week, fans from around the world come together in their own communities to celebrate the Purple One. Craig Alexander, a Texas native, created the annual event Prince Day Houston, which is held in the city of Houston,…

Listen to Looch: 'What Happened, Miss Simone?'

Listen to Looch: 'What Happened, Miss Simone?'

Mary Lucia • Jun 4, 2019

With the popularity of Hozier's song, 'Nina Cried Power,' Mary Lucia watched the Netflix documentary, 'What Happened, Miss Simone?' and shares her thoughts about it with you.

Interview: Scott Devendorf of The National

Interview: Scott Devendorf of The National

David Safar • Jun 4, 2019

Ahead of headlining Rock the Garden on June 29, Scott Devendorf, bass-player for The National, sat down with The Current's music director David Safar to talk about the band's latest release, I Am Easy to Find.

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