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January 02, 2020

As one decade concludes and a new one begins, we found a stash of forgotten sessions from 2011. Looking back, so many of these artists still feel essential to The Current and to our playlist. Take a trip down memory lane with us and enjoy these forgotten sessions.

Discover The Current's 'lost videos' of the 2010s

Discover The Current's 'lost videos' of the 2010s

Nate Ryan • Jan 2, 2020

As one decade concludes and a new one begins, we found a stash of forgotten sessions from 2011. Looking back, so many of these artists still feel essential to The Current and to our playlist. Take a trip down memory lane with us and enjoy these forgotten sessions.

Coffee Break: Wish you were here

Coffee Break: Wish you were here

Anna Weggel • Jan 2, 2020

In honor of Coffee Breaker Grumpy Dave and his favorite song, let us know what songs you'd like to hear that express missing someone or longing for something.

Lexii Alijai, rising St. Paul rapper, dies at 21

Lexii Alijai, rising St. Paul rapper, dies at 21

Jay Gabler • Jan 2, 2020

Lexii Alijai, a rapper from St. Paul who won fans around the world for her inspired flow and inspiring career, died on New Year’s Day at age 21. After family members confirmed the incredibly sad news on social media, the hip-hop community mourned the loss of a distinctive artist who’s gone too soon. “Saddest way…

Top 89 of 2019: Best Sessions

Top 89 of 2019: Best Sessions

Dec 31, 2019

The Current's Top 89 countdown is our main year-end event, but we're supplementing the song list with some fabulous bonus categories, including Best Sessions.

Top 89 of 2019: Best Twin Cities Concerts

Top 89 of 2019: Best Twin Cities Concerts

Dec 31, 2019

The Current's Top 89 countdown is our main year-end event, but we're supplementing the song list with some fabulous bonus categories, including Best Twin Cities Concerts.

Top 89 of 2019: Best Albums

Top 89 of 2019: Best Albums

Dec 31, 2019

The Current's Top 89 countdown is our main year-end event, but we're supplementing the song list with some fabulous bonus categories, including Best Albums.

Top 89 of 2019: Best New Artists

Top 89 of 2019: Best New Artists

Dec 31, 2019

The Current's Top 89 countdown is our main year-end event, but we're supplementing the song list with some fabulous bonus categories, including Best New Artists.

Coffee Break: Having a party

Coffee Break: Having a party

Anna Weggel • Dec 31, 2019

Happy New Year's Eve! For today's 9:30 Coffee Break, what songs do you want to hear that mention a party?

Today in Music History: Happy Birthday Paul Westerberg

Today in Music History: Happy Birthday Paul Westerberg

Dec 31, 2019

Paul McCartney became a 'Sir' after he was listed in the Queen's New Year's Honours List; The Kinks made their live debut when they played at the Lotus House Restaurant in London; Paul Westerberg and John Denver were born, Today in Music History.

From Prince to BTS: The Current’s top ten most-read stories of 2019

From Prince to BTS: The Current’s top ten most-read stories of 2019

Jay Gabler • Dec 31, 2019

It’s been another busy year for our Local Current blogging team, covering all the news that’s fit to blog across the Minnesota music scene. Here are the ten stories our readers found most fascinating in 2019. Click on each headline to read the full story. 10. Take a look inside the Fillmore Minneapolis, opening in…

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