"We're embracing it," said Tim Nelson about the onset of winter in the Twin Ports. "It's what we do."

Josh Ritter joins The Current for a virtual session. Hear songs from his new EP, 'See Here, I Have Built You A Mansion,' plus a familiar favorite.

Jill Riley checks in with Bernard Sumner at his home in England. Sumner, who is recovering from COVID-19, talks about New Order's new single, 'Be A Rebel.' He also reflects on New Order's origins in post-industrial Manchester, on his fondness for learning about new instruments and musical styles, and on the merits of boredom.

Neil Young was born on this day in 1945, making him 75 today. For today's 9:30 Coffee Break, what songs do you want to hear from the world of Neil Young - originals, covers, collaborations, etc.?

When Lucy O'Brien and her friends started a rock band in the punk era, they didn't know any women artists to serve as models. As a music journalist, O'Brien would go on to write a book to help ensure no future artists would lack for knowledge of women's foundational goal in rock, pop, and hip-hop.

Father John Misty re-enters the chart after a month off, and Perfume Genius and Monica LaPlante make the new entries list for the week.

Mary Lucia talks about 'Dolly Parton: Here I Am,' a documentary streaming now on Netflix that's all about the life and career of the iconic singer-songwriter and all-around entertainer.

This year has created so much uncertainty in the music industry locally and nationally. These uncertainties continue to hit close to home. The Current and The Walker announced on Wednesday there will not be a Rock the Garden in 2021.

For today's 9:30 Coffee Break, what songs do you want to hear that inspire physical activity and body movement?

The election happened. The pandemic is still raging. And there's a snowstorm headed our way in Minnesota. We feel like today might be a good morning for a feelings check-in. So for today's 9:30 Coffee Break, how are you doing? Tell us which songs represent your feelings today.