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February 04, 2020

Watch video of an interview Mac Wilson had with Alex O'Connor, aka Rex Orange County. O'Connor talks about being on tour, about mental health in the music industry, and about his latest album, 'Pony.'

Rex Orange County interview with Mac Wilson

Rex Orange County interview with Mac Wilson

Mac Wilson • Feb 4, 2020

Watch video of an interview Mac Wilson had with Alex O'Connor, aka Rex Orange County. O'Connor talks about being on tour, about mental health in the music industry, and about his latest album, 'Pony.'

Poliça bring 'When We Stay Alive' to The Current studio

Poliça bring 'When We Stay Alive' to The Current studio

Iman Jafri and Mark Wheat • Feb 4, 2020

Before going on a tour which will start in England on Feb. 7, Poliça — comprising frontwoman Channy Leaneagh; Chris Bierden on bass and vocals; Drew Christopherson and Ben Ivascu on drums; and producer Ryan Olson — stopped by The Current studio for a session hosted by Mark Wheat.

Coffee Break: Artists with Personas

Coffee Break: Artists with Personas

Jesse Wiza • Feb 4, 2020

It's Alice Cooper's birthday, and today in 1976 David Bowie debuted his persona as The Thin White Duke. So, for today's 9:30 Coffee Break, we'd like to take a moment to celebrate artists with personas.

Today in Music History: Remembering Karen Carpenter

Today in Music History: Remembering Karen Carpenter

Feb 4, 2020

"You've Lost That Lovin' Feeling" by The Righteous Brothers was No. 1 in the U.S. and the U.K.; The Rolling Stones released "19th Nervous Breakdown"; The Beatles recorded "Across the Universe" at Abbey Road Studios in London; and Karen Carpenter passed away, Today in Music History.

Music on TV this week: Moses Sumney; Big Thief; Michael Kiwanuka; Green Day; Rosalia

Music on TV this week: Moses Sumney; Big Thief; Michael Kiwanuka; Green Day; Rosalia

Luke Taylor • Feb 3, 2020

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 for a curated listening experience. You can also subscribe to receive the week's schedule in your inbox to plan your TV viewing around music.

Low Cut Connie's Adam Weiner plays a solo Microshow

Low Cut Connie's Adam Weiner plays a solo Microshow

Feb 3, 2020

On Saturday, Jan. 11, Low Cut Connie frontman Adam Weiner played a Microshow at the Bryant Lake Bowl Theater in Minneapolis. The generous performance featured great songs on piano or guitar, interspersed with stories about the origins of many of the songs. Weiner also delighted the Minnesota audience with covers of songs by Bob Dylan and Prince.

Sarah Morris performs songs from 'All Mine' at Radio Heartland

Sarah Morris performs songs from 'All Mine' at Radio Heartland

Mike Pengra • Feb 3, 2020

Minneapolis singer-songwriter Sarah Morris will soon be releasing her fifth album, 'All Mine.' Ahead of the release, Morris and her band visited Radio Heartland to play songs from the forthcoming record.

Photos and recap: Andrew Broder curates stunning lineup for benefit show at First Avenue

Photos and recap: Andrew Broder curates stunning lineup for benefit show at First Avenue

Caleb Brennan • Feb 3, 2020

Saturday night saw First Ave welcome a who’s who of contemporary Minnesota music: Velvet Negroni, Dizzy Fae, Ness Nite, Iron Boy, Marijuana Deathsquads, and Hippo Campus. All these acts and more took the Mainroom stage as part of of Andrew Broder’s “Don’t F— This Up” benefit show. Proceeds from the event were donated to Voices…

Coffee Break: Post-Punk

Coffee Break: Post-Punk

Jesse Wiza • Feb 3, 2020

Honoring the passing of Gang of Four's guitarist Andy Gill, today's theme is post-punk songs, illustrating the band's lasting influence. For today's 9:30 Coffee Break, what post-punk songs do you want to hear?

Norman Beavers of Lakeside, now a Minnesotan, on his ‘Fantastic Voyage’

Norman Beavers of Lakeside, now a Minnesotan, on his ‘Fantastic Voyage’

Iman Jafri • Feb 3, 2020

Norman Beavers is the keyboard player for funk institution Lakeside. He’s been in that band since the late 1960s. Lakeside are still going strong, playing shows throughout the year. When Beavers isn’t on the road with Lakeside, he’s right here in the Twin Cities, living in St. Paul. Purple Current host Sean McPherson recently got…

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