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June 12, 2019

With venues like the Cedar Cultural Center, Palmer's Bar, and Mixed Blood Theatre, Minneapolis' West Bank has become a hub for Somali music and culture. Cedar-Riverside resident and KFAI radio host Abdirizak Bihi takes us for a tour of his neighborhood, which he calls "Little Mogadishu."

Photos: A tour of Minneapolis' Cedar-Riverside neighborhood

Photos: A tour of Minneapolis' Cedar-Riverside neighborhood

Mary Mathis and Colleen Cowie • Jun 12, 2019

With venues like the Cedar Cultural Center, Palmer's Bar, and Mixed Blood Theatre, Minneapolis' West Bank has become a hub for Somali music and culture. Cedar-Riverside resident and KFAI radio host Abdirizak Bihi takes us for a tour of his neighborhood, which he calls "Little Mogadishu."

Listen to Looch: Bonnaroo preview with Jade

Listen to Looch: Bonnaroo preview with Jade

Mary Lucia • Jun 11, 2019

Friday and Saturday, June 14 and 15, Jade will be broadcasting live from the Bonnaroo Music and Arts Festival in Manchester, Tenn. Ahead of the weekend's broadcasts, Jade talks to Mary Lucia about the culture of Bonnaroo. 'It seems like everyone is looking out for each other,' Jade says, 'which I appreciate.'

Nur-D performs for the Local Show

Nur-D performs for the Local Show

Andrea Swensson and Kayla Song • Jun 11, 2019

'I've always loved [hip-hop],' Nur-D says, 'but I never thought it'd be something that I would do - mostly because I'm weird.'

Coffee Break: Quest for fire

Coffee Break: Quest for fire

Anna Weggel • Jun 11, 2019

Fun fact: Brian dreamed all about fires and burning last night, and therefore has been talking to Jill and Anna about the 1981 science fantasy adventure film Quest for Fire. So for today's 9:30 Coffee Break, what songs do you want to hear that reference fire or burning?

Today in Music History: Bowie launches 'Space Oddity'

Today in Music History: Bowie launches 'Space Oddity'

Jun 11, 2019

Hank Williams made his Grand Ole Opry debut; Joe Strummer and Topper Headon faced charges of stealing a pillowcase; the Sex Pistols dissed HRH on her Silver Jubilee; and David Bowie's 'Space Oddity' blasted off, Today in Music History.

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.

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