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May 05, 2020

Rufus Wainwright, whose career spans almost 25 years, was scheduled to release his 10th studio, 'Unfollow the Rules', before the COVID-19 pandemic hit. He has since delayed the release and opted to drop a few singles to tide fans over until the new July 10 release date. He discussed the parameters of his new record and much more in a recent interview with Mac Wilson.

Rufus Wainwright on his new music, his favorite streaming TV, and why he might be getting a dog

Rufus Wainwright on his new music, his favorite streaming TV, and why he might be getting a dog

Caleb Brennan • May 5, 2020

Rufus Wainwright, whose career spans almost 25 years, was scheduled to release his 10th studio, 'Unfollow the Rules', before the COVID-19 pandemic hit. He has since delayed the release and opted to drop a few singles to tide fans over until the new July 10 release date. He discussed the parameters of his new record and much more in a recent interview with Mac Wilson.

Music News: Stranglers keyboardist Dave Greenfield dies of COVID-19

Music News: Stranglers keyboardist Dave Greenfield dies of COVID-19

Jay Gabler • May 5, 2020

Dave Greenfield, keyboardist in the Stranglers, has died of coronavirus at age 71. Also, catalog albums by artists like Fleetwood Mac and Mariah Carey are bumping back up the chart; a new baby for Grimes; a Prince guitar and other rock memorabilia go up for auction; and a little kid in pajamas may have written the song of the summer.

Today in Music History: Remembering Tammy Wynette on her birthday

Today in Music History: Remembering Tammy Wynette on her birthday

May 5, 2020

Tammy Wynette was born; Elvis walked down Lonely Street to the top of the charts; the Beatles released 'Get Back'; Peaches and Herb had a No. 1 hit and it felt so good; Cleveland was selected for the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame; and Ian McCulloch of Echo and the Bunnymen was born Today in Music History.

Music on TV this week: Ezra Koenig; Annie Lennox; Christine and the Queens; James Taylor and more

Music on TV this week: Ezra Koenig; Annie Lennox; Christine and the Queens; James Taylor and more

Luke Taylor • May 4, 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.

Music News: Missouri allows concerts to resume, but venues remain closed

Music News: Missouri allows concerts to resume, but venues remain closed

Jay Gabler • May 4, 2020

There's tension in Missouri as the governor says concerts may resume, while venues opt to remain closed. Also, disco drummer Hamilton Bohannon has died at 78; Great Scott has closed in Boston; Florence Welch is playing a virtual Met Gala party as big names book a telethon to support NYC; and Germany's trying drive-in raves.

Coffee Break: May the 4th be with you

Coffee Break: May the 4th be with you

Anna Weggel • May 4, 2020

It's May the 4th - the unofficial holiday celebrating the Star Wars franchise. It's a pun on the famous line "May the force be with you" and it was allegedly coined by Margaret Thatcher's followers in 1979. Wow! For today's 9:30 Coffee Break, what songs do you want to hear that a fan of Star Wars might love?

Minnesota music scene reels from loss of Muddy Waters, a ‘port through so many storms’

Minnesota music scene reels from loss of Muddy Waters, a ‘port through so many storms’

Jay Gabler • May 4, 2020

“I just want to say thank you,” said Dessa in an emotional video posted to Twitter on Sunday. “You’ve been an important port through so many storms.” Her sentiments echoed those of many Minnesotans paying tribute to the Lyn-Lake restaurant Muddy Waters. It opened in 1987 as a coffee shop at 24th and Lyndale before,…

Today in Music History: Remembering the Beastie Boys' MCA

Today in Music History: Remembering the Beastie Boys' MCA

May 4, 2020

The first Grammy Awards were presented; Louis Armstrong had a chart-topper; ragtime music hit the top of the album charts; and MCA of the Beastie Boys passed away, Today in Music History.

Album of the Week: The Strokes, 'The New Abnormal'

Album of the Week: The Strokes, 'The New Abnormal'

Mac Wilson • May 4, 2020

The Strokes return with their long-awaited sixth studio album, 'The New Abnormal'.

Thank you for supporting Minnesota Public Radio... now let's dance!

Thank you for supporting Minnesota Public Radio... now let's dance!

May 3, 2020

As a thank you for your recent donation in support of Minnesota Public Radio, we wanted to share an upbeat dance playlist for fans of all genres.

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