Here at The Current, we are dedicated to bringing you closer to the music and each other. We will continue to be here for you and for the artist community that makes our corner of the globe so special.

With everyone social distancing and staying at home, it's still possible to discover and listen to great artists online. Although it would be great to hear these artists live, Jeffrey Bissoy shares music from nine hip-hop and R&B artists you can enjoy right where you are.

John Prine's wife Fiona has tested positive for COVID-19, and is urging fans to stay home to protect themselves. Meanwhile, artists are sharing new music on Bandcamp as the platform waives fees for a day; as more and more artists use livestreams to share songs and solidarity in the ongoing public health crisis.

So many musicians have moved their performances online in the name of social distancing and tours being canceled or postponed, and The Current has been assembling a day-by-day virtual gig list of these online shows. It's gotten us in the mood for a more stripped-down, in-person feeling for music right now. So for today's 9:30 Coffee Break, what songs do you want to hear that were recorded in The Current studios?

Sam Blasucci and Clay Finch form the cosmic California country duo Mapache. On March 20, Mapache released 'From Liberty Street,' their debut album on Yep Roc Records. Watch the official video for 'LIfe On Fire,' one of the lead tracks from the new album.

As the Covid-19 virus continues to spread worldwide, forcing countless musicians and support staff out of work, members of the music community are stepping up to help those in need. Jill Riley got on the phone with Death Cab for Cutie frontman Ben Gibbard to discuss the Facebook Live events he’s been hosting daily to…

March is Women's History Month. To celebrate, each weekday this month we'll be spotlighting a different artist with special coverage on air and online. For Friday, March 20, we're shining a light on Carole King.

Over 150 stars have signed a letter to the federal government asking for financial support to sustain the music industry through an 'existential crisis.' Also in today's news, Bandcamp is temporarily waiving its share of revenue and celebrities covered John Lennon's 'Imagine' in an endearing (if slightly awkward) video.

Williams delayed the full release of 'Petals For Armor,' but still shared a new track with guest vocals from Julien Baker, Lucy Dacus and Phoebe Bridgers, the trio who form the supergroup boygenius.

Dolly Parton has enjoyed a long career with a extensive list of accolades, a string of huge hit songs and numerous film and television credits. Now, Parton is enjoying a career resurgence that is bringing her renewed interest, respect and recognition. Writer Lou Papineau explores this new era of Dolly Parton.