In the '80s, controversial St. Paul ministers the Peters Brothers traveled around America preaching about the dangers of rock music. From shock-rock to suggestive pop, this playlist compiles some of the songs that fueled the Peters Brothers' protests against rock & roll.

This week's chart marks another pivotal historical moment.

Mary Lucia talks about 'Linda Ronstadt: The Sound of My Voice,' a new documentary opening Friday, Sept. 6. The film looks at Ronstadt's versatility and determination, two factors that powered her long and successful career.

Happy Birthday to Beyonce who was born in 1981, making her 38 today. For today's 9:30 Coffee Break in honor of Beyonce, what songs do you want to hear from absolute queens?

In his new book 'Begin the Begin,' Robert Dean Lurie connects with a range of scenesters and peers who help shine light on R.E.M.'s early years.

Lizzo’s ode to blissful singlehood, “Truth Hurts,” reached number one on Billboard’s Hot 100 chart yesterday, making her one of only six female rappers to hit that mark in the chart’s history. This year also marks the first time since 2012 when six singles by female artists have reached number one. As any longtime Lizzo…

Beyonce was born; Elvis made his first appearance at the Grand Ole Opry; the Beatles needed no 'help' reaching the top of the chart; 'Easy Rider' premiered in the U.S.; the Bee Gees reminded everyone they should be dancing, yeah; and DJ and producer Mark Ronson was born in London 40 years ago, Today in Music History.

For the latest episode of The Current Rewind, local rapper Tou SaiK Lee sat down with a father and daughter pair, Ernest and Missy Whiteman, who are both artists working in Minnesota. Tou SaiK is Hmong, and Ernest and Missy are Hinono'ei; all three artists use their respective mediums to create art that bridges generations in their cultures.

Returning to The Current studio after three years, Barns Courtney -- accompanied by a full band -- plays songs from his new album releasing on Friday. 'My album's called '404' like the 404 error when a computer's searching for a website that's not there anymore,' Courtney explains. 'I like the metaphor of searching for memories and emotions that no longer exist when you get down to it.'

Jeremy Nutzman has been a man of many stage names, but he seems to have found a special sound as Velvet Negroni. Stopping by The Current on a break from tour, he performs three songs from his album Neon Brown and shares a conversation with Local Show host Andrea Swensson.