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December 03, 2020

Just as we're heading into the season when we'll hear the Pogues' classic song, 'Fairytale of New York,' a new documentary about the Pogues' Shane MacGowan has released. 'Its a beautiful film; it's an intense film,' Mary Lucia says.

Listen to Looch: a stunning documentary about Shane MacGowan

Listen to Looch: a stunning documentary about Shane MacGowan

Mary Lucia • Dec 3, 2020

Just as we're heading into the season when we'll hear the Pogues' classic song, 'Fairytale of New York,' a new documentary about the Pogues' Shane MacGowan has released. 'Its a beautiful film; it's an intense film,' Mary Lucia says.

Coffee Break: Jill's top 10

Coffee Break: Jill's top 10

Jill Riley and Anna Weggel • Dec 3, 2020

The end of the year is upon us, and that means it's time to reflect on your favorite music of 2020. For today's 9:30 Coffee Break, we're going to treat you to Jill's top 10 songs of 2020. In the meantime, let us know what your top 10 picks are in the comments.

Top 89 of 2020: Jill Riley, host

Top 89 of 2020: Jill Riley, host

Jill Riley • Dec 3, 2020

Morning Show host Jill Riley shares her favorite songs of 2020.

Rock and Roll Book Club: Dolly Parton's own story, and a fan's appreciation

Rock and Roll Book Club: Dolly Parton's own story, and a fan's appreciation

Jay Gabler • Dec 3, 2020

'I think if there's any person who can still bring this country together,' my aunt said on a recent family Zoom, 'it's Dolly Parton.'

Happy holidays: December programming on The Current

Happy holidays: December programming on The Current

Jay Gabler • Dec 3, 2020

December is a time of reflection and celebration for people of many different backgrounds and traditions. For some, that means religious holidays like Hanukkah or Christmas. For others, it’s cultural celebrations like Kwanzaa. Some look to the winter solstice as a time of renewal, and everyone flips the calendar page on January 1. I’m going…

Minneapolis bartender wows internet with hyper-detailed Lego models of CC Club, Lee’s, You Otter Stop Inn

Minneapolis bartender wows internet with hyper-detailed Lego models of CC Club, Lee’s, You Otter Stop Inn

Jay Gabler • Dec 3, 2020

After spending a decade bartending at You Otter Stop Inn in Northeast Minneapolis, Ryan Fuchs suddenly found himself with time on his hands. A lot of time. While many of his past patrons dreamed of the day when they could sing sweaty karaoke again, Fuchs — a lifelong Lego enthusiast — decided to recreate the Otter…

Top 89 of 2020: The Current Staff Picks

Top 89 of 2020: The Current Staff Picks

Dec 3, 2020

Selecting your votes for Top 89 of 2020? Get some inspiration from The Current staff, who've put together their own lists of favorite music of the year.

The Chart Show: Jade Bird Gets A "Headstart"

The Chart Show: Jade Bird Gets A "Headstart"

Dec 3, 2020

New entries this week come from The Strokes with a song from their unexpected 2020 album, "The New Abnormal," as well as new singles from Foo Fighters, Jade Bird, and Billie Eilish.

Coffee Break: Cozy songs to warm your heart

Coffee Break: Cozy songs to warm your heart

Jill Riley and Anna Weggel • Dec 2, 2020

It's December. It's chilly. The holidays are just around the corner. Let's brainstorm a list of cozy, blankety songs that make you feel warm and happy inside.

Carmel Holt's new SHEROES Radio is coming to The Current on Dec. 6

Carmel Holt's new SHEROES Radio is coming to The Current on Dec. 6

Dec 2, 2020

Carmel Holt is the host of SHEROES Radio, an hour-long show spotlighting women in music. SHEROES debuts on The Current on Sunday, Dec. 6 at 9 p.m. Central.

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