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November 16, 2020

November 16 is International Day for Tolerance. So for today's 9:30 Coffee Break, what songs do you want to hear that embody tolerance, understanding, friendship, and unity?

Coffee Break: Tolerance

Coffee Break: Tolerance

Jill Riley and Anna Weggel • Nov 16, 2020

November 16 is International Day for Tolerance. So for today's 9:30 Coffee Break, what songs do you want to hear that embody tolerance, understanding, friendship, and unity?

Album of the Week: Jeff Tweedy, 'Love is the King'

Album of the Week: Jeff Tweedy, 'Love is the King'

David Safar • Nov 16, 2020

While his fourth studio album doesn't stray too far from what you expect Jeff Tweedy, you can hear his use of the studio as an instrument with warm layers of voices and melodies backing his steady voice. Joined by his sons Spencer and Sam, the album is a reassurance that even though recorded in lockdown, we can all re-center ourselves around telling stories from the heart with help from those around us.

Chris Stapleton on 'Starting Over' and writing for the moment

Chris Stapleton on 'Starting Over' and writing for the moment

Vince Pearson, Noel King and Taylor Haney • Nov 15, 2020

The Grammy winner's new album comes after a false start in the studio, a few personal heartaches and some big adjustments to life as a public figure.

Listen to new music from Valerie June

Listen to new music from Valerie June

Luke Taylor • Nov 13, 2020

The Brooklyn-based, Tennessee-born singer-songwriter is back with her first new music since her last album, 'The Order of Time,' released in 2017. 'It's kind of my way of sharing a little positivity after such a chaotic year,' June says.

Coffee Break: Positive vibes

Coffee Break: Positive vibes

Jill Riley and Anna Weggel • Nov 13, 2020

It's World Kindness Day, so for today's 9:30 Coffee Break, what songs with positive vibes do you want to hear?

Behind the Scenes: Jeremy Ylvisaker’s virtual variety show ‘Nights for All Time’

Behind the Scenes: Jeremy Ylvisaker’s virtual variety show ‘Nights for All Time’

Maddie Schwappach • Nov 13, 2020

“I feel like the online version of this show captures the spirit of the people in it,” video artist Ingrid Weise said. “Nights for All Time captures something vulnerable, intimate and real.” Nights for All Time began as an in-person concert series curated by musician Jeremy Ylvisaker at Aster Cafe and has since transitioned to…

Interview: Cedar Lounge owner Tim Nelson on hosting 'the best of the best' Twin Ports talent under a harborside tent

Interview: Cedar Lounge owner Tim Nelson on hosting 'the best of the best' Twin Ports talent under a harborside tent

Jay Gabler • Nov 12, 2020

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

Josh Ritter: Virtual Session

Josh Ritter: Virtual Session

Jade • Nov 12, 2020

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.

Bernard Sumner of New Order talks about new music and recovering from COVID-19

Bernard Sumner of New Order talks about new music and recovering from COVID-19

Jill Riley • Nov 12, 2020

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.

Coffee Break: The world of Neil Young

Coffee Break: The world of Neil Young

Jill Riley and Anna Weggel • Nov 12, 2020

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.?

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