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April 28, 2021

The first and finest studio statement of Bob Dylan's gospel years, 'Slow Train Coming' brings Muscle Shoals sheen to a set of songs that glow with power and purpose.

Musicheads Essential Album: Bob Dylan, 'Slow Train Coming'

Musicheads Essential Album: Bob Dylan, 'Slow Train Coming'

Jay Gabler • Apr 28, 2021

The first and finest studio statement of Bob Dylan's gospel years, 'Slow Train Coming' brings Muscle Shoals sheen to a set of songs that glow with power and purpose.

Musicheads Essential Album: Bob Dylan, 'Desire'

Musicheads Essential Album: Bob Dylan, 'Desire'

Jay Gabler • Apr 28, 2021

One of Bob Dylan's most atmospheric albums, 'Desire' features the swooping violin of Scarlet Rivera and the electrifying protest song 'Hurricane' as well as 'Sara,' one of the most nakedly autobiographical compositions in Dylan's entire catalog.

Coffee Break: Lizzo etc.

Coffee Break: Lizzo etc.

Jill Riley and Anna Weggel • Apr 27, 2021

HAPPY BIRTHDAY LIZZO! Let's listen to all things Lizzo for today's 9:30 Coffee Break -- focusing on her projects past and present + solo work. What would you like to hear?

Coffee Break: Aussie love

Coffee Break: Aussie love

Jill Riley and Anna Weggel • Apr 26, 2021

It's Hug an Australian day today -- one of those confounding calendar events that gives us an excuse to play some amazing music.

Album of the Week: Dinosaur Jr., 'Sweep It Into Space'

Album of the Week: Dinosaur Jr., 'Sweep It Into Space'

Jade • Apr 26, 2021

The latest record from Dinosaur Jr. is a deft example of the band at their best. J Mascis warbles his way thru lyrics that relate as much to dad rock as college rock and high school emo, Lou Barlow's clear declarations, softer melodies revving up to face-melting solos, and Murph holding down the beats.

H.E.R., Jon Batiste, Trent Reznor among Academy Award winners

H.E.R., Jon Batiste, Trent Reznor among Academy Award winners

Jay Gabler • Apr 25, 2021

In an intimate Oscar ceremony like none other due to the COVID-19 pandemic, Jon Batiste, Trent Reznor, and Atticus Ross won Best Original Score for their work on Pixar’s Soul. “God gave us 12 notes,” said Batiste in an acceptance speech. “It’s the same 12 notes Duke Ellington had, Bach had, Nina Simone…I’m just thankful to…

Watch Sounds Like Home VIII

Watch Sounds Like Home VIII

Apr 24, 2021

Sounds Like Home is The Current's virtual music festival spotlighting Minnesota musicians. For this eighth installment of this virtual fest, we're featuring a two-day lineup of artists from greater Minnesota.

Shock G, leader of hip-hop's Digital Underground, dies at 57

Shock G, leader of hip-hop's Digital Underground, dies at 57

Rodney Carmichael • Apr 24, 2021

The rapper and producer who animated the Bay Area crew had a huge hit in 1990 with 'The Humpty Dance,' introduced the world to Tupac Shakur and was a foundational figure in West Coast hip-hop.

Black Rob, former Bad Boy Records rapper, dies at 52

Black Rob, former Bad Boy Records rapper, dies at 52

LaTesha Harris • Apr 23, 2021

The New York rapper, best known as the husky voice behind top-of-the-millennium hit single "Whoa!," died April 17 in Atlanta.

Les McKeown, singer for Bay City Rollers, dies at 65

Les McKeown, singer for Bay City Rollers, dies at 65

Lars Gotrich • Apr 23, 2021

The Scottish singer rode the wave of 'Rollermania' to several chart hits in the glammed-out days of 1970s rock.

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