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February 24, 2020

Bill DeVille's Twitter profile tells us he's 'just a dude who loves his family, music, running, coffee, a nice hat, a good martini and the Packers.' Minnesota Public Radio's Michael Popham spoke with DeVille recently to learn more about this host who has been with The Current since it first went on the air 15 years ago.

Bill DeVille looks at the formation of his career in radio and at The Current

Bill DeVille looks at the formation of his career in radio and at The Current

Michael Popham • Feb 24, 2020

Bill DeVille's Twitter profile tells us he's 'just a dude who loves his family, music, running, coffee, a nice hat, a good martini and the Packers.' Minnesota Public Radio's Michael Popham spoke with DeVille recently to learn more about this host who has been with The Current since it first went on the air 15 years ago.

Music on TV this week: Caroline Rose; Yola; Nathaniel Rateliff; Soccer Mommy; Kaleo; Mt. Joy; David Byrne

Music on TV this week: Caroline Rose; Yola; Nathaniel Rateliff; Soccer Mommy; Kaleo; Mt. Joy; David Byrne

Luke Taylor • Feb 24, 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.

Coffee Break: I'll be there for you

Coffee Break: I'll be there for you

Anna Weggel • Feb 24, 2020

Sixteen years after the last episode aired on NBC, the cast of Friends is reuniting for a one-off special in May on HBO Max and the internet is all atwitter about it. So for today's 9:30 Coffee Break, what songs do you want to hear that feature lyrics about friendship?

Today in Music History: Elton John became Sir Elton John

Today in Music History: Elton John became Sir Elton John

Feb 24, 2020

The Beatles began their second film; Kurt and Courtney tied the knot; 'Roxanne' entered the Billboard Hot 100; Led Zeppelin released a double album; Paul Simon won a Grammy for 'Graceland'; and Elton John became a Sir, Today in Music History.

Album of the Week: Best Coast, 'Always Tomorrow'

Album of the Week: Best Coast, 'Always Tomorrow'

Jesse Wiza • Feb 24, 2020

Always Tomorrow is an album about change, getting rid of the things that do harm and focus on being the best version of yourself.

Coffee Break: Big Turn Music Fest

Coffee Break: Big Turn Music Fest

Anna Weggel • Feb 21, 2020

Jill and Jim are headed to Red Wing today for the Big Turn Music Fest so let's send them off with a set of songs to get them ready. For today's 9:30 Coffee Break, what songs do you want to hear from bands playing this weekend's Big Turn Music Fest?

Friday Five: FPA, Warren Thomas Fenzi, and more new Minnesota music videos

Friday Five: FPA, Warren Thomas Fenzi, and more new Minnesota music videos

Emma Manley • Feb 21, 2020

If you have a music video you’d like to be considered for an upcoming feature, give me a shout at fridayfive@mpr.org! FPA – “Guapdaddy” A standout from her self-produced debut album Yang Chen, FPA’s effortless, quiet-but-commanding vocals get to be the star here. This is one you can get lost in, with soft guitar and a…

Kehlani at First Avenue: “Long live Lexii”

Kehlani at First Avenue: “Long live Lexii”

Cecilia Johnson • Feb 20, 2020

When I walked up to First Avenue last night, I did the usual: dig in my wallet and present my ID. But the doorperson shook their head and just pointed toward my bag, rummaging around and waving me through. As I walked into the building, it hit me: All ages. Duh. Lexii Alijai, an incredibly…

Coffee Break: New Hot with David Safar

Coffee Break: New Hot with David Safar

Anna Weggel • Feb 20, 2020

We have The Current's Managing Director David Safar with us today as we are on day 2 of the member drive. Since this drive is "music discovery" themed, and since David is our resident "New Hot" expert, we asked him to give us a list of new music that he's excited about. What new music should we add to David's list for today's 9:30 Coffee Break?

The Chart Show: The Name's Bond, Billie Bond

The Chart Show: The Name's Bond, Billie Bond

Mark Wheat • Feb 20, 2020

Billie Eilish cleaned up at The BRITS Awards this week, taking home four of the biggest categories and praise from Johnny Marr whom she performed the new Bond theme with at the show.

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