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November 11, 2021

This week, we’ve got new releases from Beach House, Charli XCX, Foals and Mitski. Also, discover the sound of Los Angeles artist Dijon and of recent transplant to Minnesota, Raffaella.

Listen to new music from Beach House, Dijon, Charli XCX, Raffaella, Foals and Mitski

Listen to new music from Beach House, Dijon, Charli XCX, Raffaella, Foals and Mitski

Jade • Nov 11, 2021

This week, we’ve got new releases from Beach House, Charli XCX, Foals and Mitski. Also, discover the sound of Los Angeles artist Dijon and of recent transplant to Minnesota, Raffaella.

Coffee Break: British Invasion - 1990s

Coffee Break: British Invasion - 1990s

Anna Weggel and Jill Riley • Nov 11, 2021

For today’s Coffee Break, what British bands do you want to hear from the 1990s?

'Baby Girl' chronicles Aaliyah's achievements

'Baby Girl' chronicles Aaliyah's achievements

Jay Gabler • Nov 11, 2021

In her new Aaliyah biography 'Baby Girl,' Kathy Iandoli helps set the record straight about the all-too-brief life of one of the shining stars of pop R&B.

The Chart Show: Lounging in the Top Spot

The Chart Show: Lounging in the Top Spot

Nov 11, 2021

Isle of Wight duo Wet Leg hit the hall of fame with their buzzy track “Chaise Longe”.

Talking about Todd Haynes's documentary, 'The Velvet Underground'

Mary Lucia • Nov 10, 2021

This week, Mary Lucia talks about Todd Haynes's documentary, ‘The Velvet Underground,' which is streaming now on Apple TV.

Coffee Break: British Invasion - 1980s

Coffee Break: British Invasion - 1980s

Anna Weggel and Jill Riley • Nov 10, 2021

For today’s Coffee Break, what British bands do you want to hear from the 1980s - a.k.a. the second British invasion?

Today in Music History: Billy Idol released ‘Rebel Yell’

Today in Music History: Billy Idol released ‘Rebel Yell’

Nov 10, 2021

Sam Cooke was injured in a car crash; the Eagles had their final No. 1 single; Billy Idol released 'Rebel Yell'; Bowie had a spot of laryngitis; and Elton John went to the top of the album charts with his double album, 'Goodbye Yellow Brick Road'; and The Clash released their second album, Today in Music History.

10 Minnesota artists to get excited about this November

10 Minnesota artists to get excited about this November

Staff • Nov 9, 2021

This month on The Scouting Report, The Current’s local team spotlights Raffaella, LUXYS, Durry, Corbin, K.Raydio, and more Minnesota artists.

Rising band Killusonline are fueled by visceral live energy

Rising band Killusonline are fueled by visceral live energy

Julian • Nov 9, 2021

The Minneapolis group says they put on “the most lit live show you've ever been to."

Coffee Break: British Invasion -1970s

Coffee Break: British Invasion -1970s

Anna Weggel and Jill Riley • Nov 9, 2021

For today’s Coffee Break, what British bands do you want to hear from the 1970s?

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