May 14, 2020Andrew Bird is back in the basement space this week fresh off some big virtual gigs. Save This Story
The Chart Show: Have Ya Heard The Bird?Mark Wheat • May 14, 2020Andrew Bird is back in the basement space this week fresh off some big virtual gigs.
Alison Mosshart: staying creative while at homeJill Riley • May 13, 2020In a recent interview with The Current's Jill Riley, singer-songwriter Alison Mosshart talks about how being in quarantine has made her realize her ability to be patient. Mosshart and Riley also bond over their shared appreciation of muscle cars.
Music News: A 70th birthday celebration of Stevie WonderJay Gabler • May 13, 2020Stevie Wonder was there for Motown's early days, who had towering artistic successes with sprawling '70s albums, was a consistent hitmaker in the '80s, and remains active as an artist to this day.
Rock and Roll Book Club: 'Signed, Sealed, and Delivered' tells Stevie Wonder's storyJay Gabler • May 13, 2020In honor of Stevie Wonder's 70th birthday, we're revisiting 'Signed, Sealed, Delivered.' Mark Ribowsky's story of 'The Soulful Journey of Stevie Wonder' was published ten years ago, to mark the icon's 60th.
Today in Music History: Happy 70th, Stevie Wonder May 13, 2020Stevie Wonder was born; The Supremes scored their tenth chart-topping single; Led Zeppelin made their Hawaii debut; Yvonne Elliman had a hit from 'Saturday Night Fever'; and Elvis first appeared in Minnesota, Today in Music History.
Ben Lovett of Mumford and Sons: ‘We do need to remain hopeful, despite all the fear and negativity that surrounds us right now’Sylvia Jennings • May 13, 2020As a part of her Phone a Friend series, Jill Riley hopped on the phone recently to chat with Ben Lovett, who handles vocals, keys, piano, and accordion in Mumford & Sons. The two chatted about how the band are staying connected during this period of social distancing, Lovett’s venture into owning music venues, and…
Bob Dylan's new song sounds awfully old ... and familiarTom Moon • May 12, 2020Dylan's latest single, 'False Prophet,' sits in the same tempo and key as Billy 'The Kid' Emerson's 1954 B-side, 'If Lovin' Is Believing.'
Music News: Dave Grohl on why concerts will return: 'We need each other'Jay Gabler • May 12, 2020It's going to take a lot for live music to come back amidst a pandemic, but in a passionate essay Dave Grohl says that eventually, it must. Also today: Doja Cat tops the Hot 100 and brings Nicki Minaj along for her first chart-topper; how older musicians are coping; and Billy Joel calls on New York to rise up together.
Today in Music History: Happy Birthday, Burt Bacharach May 12, 2020The Everly Brothers had a big hit; the Beach Boys' concert album hit No. 1; Lionel Richie said 'hello' to the No. 1 spot in the singles charts; we remember the great Ian McLagan, and Burt Bacharach was born, Today in Music History.
Music on TV this week: Tame Impala, The Killers, Lionel Richie, Ben Gibbard, The Head and the Heart and moreLuke Taylor • May 11, 2020Artists 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.