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October 20, 2020

The Welsh multi-instrumentalist helped take his self-named band to the Top 10 in the U.S. and the U.K. in the mid-1960s and launched the career of Steve Winwood.

'Gimme Some Lovin' ' bandleader Spencer Davis dead at 81

'Gimme Some Lovin' ' bandleader Spencer Davis dead at 81

Andrew Limbong • Oct 20, 2020

The Welsh multi-instrumentalist helped take his self-named band to the Top 10 in the U.S. and the U.K. in the mid-1960s and launched the career of Steve Winwood.

Coffee Break: Snow day

Coffee Break: Snow day

Anna Weggel and Jill Riley • Oct 20, 2020

A significant snowstorm is taking aim at Minnesota today and all of the state is under a Winter Weather Advisory for both the heavy snow and possible freezing precipitation. So for today's 9:30 Coffee Break, what songs do you want to hear that represent how you feel about a snow day?

Today in Music History: Remembering Tom Petty on his birthday

Today in Music History: Remembering Tom Petty on his birthday

Oct 20, 2020

Tom Petty was born; Elvis had a hit with a rework of an 1860s folk tune; 'Monster Mash' became a Halloween hit; the Police played their first live gig in America; and the Stones had their first No. 1 hit in the States with 'Angie', Today in Music History.

Go Vote: resources to help you make your voting plan

Go Vote: resources to help you make your voting plan

Oct 20, 2020

Election Day is Tuesday, November 3. It's a crucial time to step up, to make your voice heard, to exercise your most fundamental right, to make a difference in your community. That's why we've gathered these resources to help you make your voting plans.

Prince: The Story of Sign O' The Times, the complete series

Prince: The Story of Sign O' The Times, the complete series

Andrea Swensson • Oct 19, 2020

Prince: The Story of Sign O' The Times is an audio documentary series brought to you by The Current in collaboration with the Prince Estate, Paisley Park, and Warner Records. Listen to the complete eight-episode series.

Coffee Break: Clouds

Coffee Break: Clouds

Jill Riley and Anna Weggel • Oct 19, 2020

Last week, Disney+ debuted a biopic about local singer/songwriter Zach Sobiech, and now, seven years after his death, his song "Clouds" is at the top of the charts. For today's 9:30 Coffee Break, what "cloud" songs do you want to hear?

Today in Music History: Remembering Peter Tosh on his birthday

Today in Music History: Remembering Peter Tosh on his birthday

Oct 19, 2020

Bowie released 'Pin-Ups'; A-ha became the first Norwegian act to have a No. 1 U.S. single; Noel Gallagher played his first live gig with Oasis; Nirvana hit No. 1 with a live compilation album; Johnny Marr had an academic turn; and Peter Tosh was born, Today in Music History.

Record Store Day 3 + a cool giveaway for vinyl lovers

Record Store Day 3 + a cool giveaway for vinyl lovers

Oct 19, 2020

This weekend, join The Current for another celebration of vinyl and the culture of record collecting - and while you're at it, enter for a chance to win a $250 gift card to help expand your vinyl collection.

Album of the Week: Dehd, 'Flower Of Devotion'

Album of the Week: Dehd, 'Flower Of Devotion'

David Safar • Oct 19, 2020

On their new studio album, Flower of Devotion, DEHD took the foundation of their DIY approach to music into the studio to create a more sophisticated record that adds to their distinctive post punk sound.

Coffee Break: #SaveOurStages

Coffee Break: #SaveOurStages

Jill Riley and Anna Weggel • Oct 16, 2020

Save Our Stages Fest is a 3-day virtual music festival happening this weekend. So for today's 9:30 Coffee Break, what artists do you want to hear that are playing #SOSFEST?

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