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October 08, 2019

Jack Klatt signed to the Yep Roc label on May 1 of this year, and now he's released his album, 'It Ain't The Same.' Klatt and his band visited Radio Heartland to play songs from the new album.

Jack Klatt performs songs from his new album, 'It Ain't The Same'

Jack Klatt performs songs from his new album, 'It Ain't The Same'

Mike Pengra • Oct 8, 2019

Jack Klatt signed to the Yep Roc label on May 1 of this year, and now he's released his album, 'It Ain't The Same.' Klatt and his band visited Radio Heartland to play songs from the new album.

Coffee Break: Best of the 2010s

Coffee Break: Best of the 2010s

Anna Weggel • Oct 8, 2019

Yesterday, Pitchfork released their list of the 200 best songs of the 2010s. Let's make our own mini version today. What songs do you want to hear for today's 9:30 Coffee Break that are from 2010 and beyond?

Giveaway: Wilco 'Ode to Joy' download

Giveaway: Wilco 'Ode to Joy' download

Oct 8, 2019

Wilco's new album 'Ode to Joy' is out now, and for a very limited time, you could win an MP3 download of the album.

Today in Music History: Remembering Johnny Ramone

Today in Music History: Remembering Johnny Ramone

Oct 8, 2019

Jerry Lee Lewis recorded a hit song at Sun Records; Ginger Baker passed out after a 20-minute solo; Chuck Berry got a star in the Hollywood Walk of Fame; the U.S. Postal Service honored music legends; and Johnny Ramone was born in Queens, N.Y., Today in Music History.

Music on TV this week: Lizzo interview; The Avett Brothers; Black Pumas; Rex Orange County; Brittany Howard; Maggie Rogers

Music on TV this week: Lizzo interview; The Avett Brothers; Black Pumas; Rex Orange County; Brittany Howard; Maggie Rogers

Kayla Song • Oct 7, 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.

Watch FKA Twigs' new video for 'Home With You'

Watch FKA Twigs' new video for 'Home With You'

Lars Gotrich • Oct 7, 2019

FKA twigs' self-directed video for the quiet, spacious 'home with you' takes us from the club to the serenity of home.

Coffee Break: Featured players

Coffee Break: Featured players

Anna Weggel • Oct 7, 2019

Today in 1989, Paula Abdul reached No. 1 on the U.S. album chart with 'Forever Your Girl', which included four No. 1 singles: the title track, plus "Straight Up," "Cold Hearted" and "Opposites Attract". Who is featured on "Opposites Attract"? Our coworker Derrick Stevens. So for today's 9:30 Coffee Break, what songs do you want to hear that feature someone from outside of the band?

Today in Music History: Paula Abdul's album goes No. 1

Today in Music History: Paula Abdul's album goes No. 1

Oct 7, 2019

The Beatles turned down a million bucks to perform in New York; Jose Feliciano kept World Series fans waiting with a long version of the national anthem; John Lennon was granted permanent residence in the U.S.; and Paula Abdul hit No. 1 in the album charts after 64 weeks, Today in Music History.

Album of the Week: Live Current Volume 15

Album of the Week: Live Current Volume 15

Jesse Wiza • Oct 7, 2019

The Current's beloved annual compilation returns for a 15th year featuring performances from Jenny Lewis, Brandi Carlile, 26 BATS!, and more.

Ginger Baker, Cream Drummer And Force Of Nature, Dies At 80

Ginger Baker, Cream Drummer And Force Of Nature, Dies At 80

Tom Moon • Oct 6, 2019

The 1960s rock icon, who was also an accomplished jazz musician and performed with Fela Kuti, died Sunday morning.

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