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June 10, 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: The National; Lykke Li; Regina Spektor; Maggie Rogers; Mavis Staples

Music on TV this week: The National; Lykke Li; Regina Spektor; Maggie Rogers; Mavis Staples

Luke Taylor and Kayla Song • Jun 10, 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.

Craig Finn on his 'Carver-esque' solo albums...and the Minnesota Twins

Craig Finn on his 'Carver-esque' solo albums...and the Minnesota Twins

Jay Gabler • Jun 10, 2019

'In the Hold Steady I often write about people who are actively making pretty bad decisions and pursuing those bad decisions,' said Craig Finn. 'On these last three solo records, I've written a lot about people who are trying to do the right thing but still are having a hard time keeping their head above water.'

Sesame Street: Tiny Desk Concert

Sesame Street: Tiny Desk Concert

Bob Boilen • Jun 10, 2019

Big Bird, Bert and Ernie, Elmo, Grover, Rosita, Count von Count, Abby Cadabby, Cookie Monster and other surprise guests gather at NPR's headquarters to celebrate 50 years of love, learning and joy.

Coffee Break: Stage names

Coffee Break: Stage names

Anna Weggel • Jun 10, 2019

For today's 9:30 Coffee Break, what musicians do you want to hear who have performed under a stage name?

Today in Music History: Happy Birthday, Kim Deal

Today in Music History: Happy Birthday, Kim Deal

Jun 10, 2019

Kim Deal was born; Dylan began recording 'The Basement Tapes'; Sammy Davis Jr. had his one and only No. 1 hit; Radiohead's fifth album made quite a splash; Ray Charles passed away, Today in Music History.

Album of the Week: Silversun Pickups, 'Widow's Weeds'

Album of the Week: Silversun Pickups, 'Widow's Weeds'

David Safar • Jun 10, 2019

Los Angeles outfit Silversun Pickups are back with a grunge-tinged rock album that's best consumed from front to back. The Current's David Safar calls it 'one of the best releases of the year for music fans longing for a true indie-rock sound.'

Review and photos: Billie Eilish draws devoted fans to the Armory in Minneapolis

Review and photos: Billie Eilish draws devoted fans to the Armory in Minneapolis

Jeyca Maldonado-Medina • Jun 9, 2019

At the age of 17, Billie Eilish drew a devoted sold-out crowd to the 8,400-capacity Armory in Minneapolis on Saturday night. Eilish released her debut studio album When We All Fall Asleep, Where Do We Go? on March 29. The album debuted at number one on the Billboard 200. Eilish brought her signature visuals —…

Watch St. Paul and the Broken Bones live in concert at the Palace Theatre

Watch St. Paul and the Broken Bones live in concert at the Palace Theatre

Jun 7, 2019

Watch the Birmingham, Alabama soul act sing the roof off of the Palace Theatre in Saint Paul, MN, recorded from a live concert on March 23, 2019.

The Last Revel play songs from their new album, 'Fool's Spring,' in our studio

The Last Revel play songs from their new album, 'Fool's Spring,' in our studio

Mike Pengra • Jun 7, 2019

Over the past several years, The Last Revel have morphed from a three-piece string band to a five-piece Americana outfit. They stopped by our studio to play songs from their new album, 'Fool's Spring,' showcasing their expanded sound and lineup.

Prince 'Originals' tracks explained by biographer Duane Tudahl

Prince 'Originals' tracks explained by biographer Duane Tudahl

Andrea Swensson and Lydia Moran • Jun 7, 2019

Excited for new Prince album 'Originals'? Read as Prince biographer Duane Tudahl breaks down the tracks.

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