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May 11, 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 on TV this week: Tame Impala, The Killers, Lionel Richie, Ben Gibbard, The Head and the Heart and more

Music on TV this week: Tame Impala, The Killers, Lionel Richie, Ben Gibbard, The Head and the Heart and more

Luke Taylor • May 11, 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: Soul star Betty Wright dies at 66

Music News: Soul star Betty Wright dies at 66

Jay Gabler • May 11, 2020

Soul star Betty Wright has died at 66, and Uptown Records founder Andre Harrell has passed at 59. Also, a rare tribute from Bob Dylan and an innovative recording studio on wheels. Plus, Jill Scott and Erykah Badu pit their catalogs against each other.

'Saturday Night Live' just wrapped its 45th season: here's its musical guests ranked

'Saturday Night Live' just wrapped its 45th season: here's its musical guests ranked

Stephen Thompson • May 11, 2020

It is vital that NPR Music's Stephen Thompson reflects on the most recent season of Saturday Night Live and mean-spiritedly ranks its 18 featured musical acts from worst to best.

The Killers talk fake viral videos, Lindsey Buckingham, and working from home

The Killers talk fake viral videos, Lindsey Buckingham, and working from home

Caleb Brennan • May 11, 2020

Killers frontman Brandon Flowers and drummer Ronnie Vannucci gave some exciting background about the band’s newest record, Imploding the Mirage, when they recently did a quick phone interview with Mac Wilson. Mac Wilson: So, you’ve been busy. You’ve got an Instagram live concert that’s happening later this afternoon. Is this a first for a full-blown…

How many Minnesotans have First Avenue stars?

How many Minnesotans have First Avenue stars?

Caleb Brennan • May 11, 2020

In honor of Minnesota’s 162nd birthday, we’re breaking down the 77 Minnesotans that have stars on First Avenue’s wall. Much like the music scene they all came from, these artists represent a variety of genres and subcultures. Some have international fame, others are local gems. In total, 18% of the stars are Minnesota locals. American…

Today in Music History: Remembering Bob Marley

Today in Music History: Remembering Bob Marley

May 11, 2020

Roger Miller sang about trailers for sale or rent; concert highlights from Woodstock comprised a triple album; Elvis and Led Zeppelin spent some quality time together; and Bob Marley passed away, Today in Music History.

Album of the Week: Car Seat Headrest, 'Making A Door Less Open'

Album of the Week: Car Seat Headrest, 'Making A Door Less Open'

Mac Wilson • May 11, 2020

Car Seat Headrest always leave us with a deep well of music that feels richer and longer than its stated run time, and will give audiences something new and unique every time they come back to the record.

Andre Harrell, founding father of hip-hop soul, dead at 59

Andre Harrell, founding father of hip-hop soul, dead at 59

Kiana Fitzgerald • May 9, 2020

Andre Harrell, a record executive who shepherded the careers of Mary J. Blige and Sean 'Diddy' Combs and combined the sounds of R&B and hip-hop with his label, Uptown Records, has died.

Little Richard, flamboyant founding father of rock and roll, dies at 87

Little Richard, flamboyant founding father of rock and roll, dies at 87

Jay Gabler • May 9, 2020

As rock and roll was storming the world in the 1950s, Little Richard landed a series of hits that brought style, fun, and frantic rhythm to the newborn genre. His high-octane blend of gospel-styled shouts and frenetic R&B rhythms laid the groundwork for generations of electric artists, and his winking, glittery self-presentation challenged gender binaries.

Music News: Bob Dylan announces new album 'Rough and Rowdy Ways'

Music News: Bob Dylan announces new album 'Rough and Rowdy Ways'

Jay Gabler • May 8, 2020

Bob Dylan has announced his first new album of original songs in eight years. Also today: deepfake music is getting dangerously on point, Soundgarden tussle with Vicky Cornell, Live Nation says fans are holding on to their tickets, and Weezer play the 'Simpsons' theme.

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