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February 06, 2022

The singer's 1968 hit "Different Strokes" became a popular hip-hop sample used by artists like Wu-Tang Clan, Public Enemy and Kanye West.

Syl Johnson, Chicago soul singer widely sampled in hip-hop, is dead at 85

Syl Johnson, Chicago soul singer widely sampled in hip-hop, is dead at 85

Hazel Cills • Feb 6, 2022

The singer's 1968 hit "Different Strokes" became a popular hip-hop sample used by artists like Wu-Tang Clan, Public Enemy and Kanye West.

Lata Mangeshkar, the sweetheart of Bollywood, dies at 92

Lata Mangeshkar, the sweetheart of Bollywood, dies at 92

Anastasia Tsioulcas • Feb 6, 2022

She was one of the most famous and beloved playback singers. She recorded songs used in movie soundtracks, which generations of actresses would then lip-sync onscreen.

Interview: Sound of Blackness's "Time For Reparations" nominated for NCAAP Image Award

Interview: Sound of Blackness's "Time For Reparations" nominated for NCAAP Image Award

Diane • Feb 5, 2022

Gary Hines speaks on reparations and Sounds of Blackness’s recent NCAAP Image Award nomination.

Social justice - with a side of supper

Social justice - with a side of supper

Mecca Bos • Feb 4, 2022

As you look for Twin Cities eateries to patronize this season, here are eight places currently nourishing body, mind, and conscience.

Interview: Naeem to honor Minneapolis with covers EP

Interview: Naeem to honor Minneapolis with covers EP

Cecilia Johnson • Feb 4, 2022

“Two of the most important artists in my life [are] Charles Schulz and Prince,” Naeem says, ahead of a performance as part of The Great Northern. His forthcoming EP, “How Can We Lose When We're So Sincere?,” includes a rare Prince cover.

Friday Five: John Mark Nelson premiere, Ricki Monique, the Orange Goodness, Mac Irv, Mint Condition

Friday Five: John Mark Nelson premiere, Ricki Monique, the Orange Goodness, Mac Irv, Mint Condition

Jay Gabler • Feb 4, 2022

We’re pleased to premiere a new rendition of John Mark Nelson’s “Bright.”

Interview: Liam Gallagher on new solo album, Oasis rumors

Interview: Liam Gallagher on new solo album, Oasis rumors

Jill Riley • Feb 4, 2022

Liam Gallagher spoke with The Current Morning Show host Jill Riley this week. They discussed the former Oasis vocalist’s latest solo album, C'mon, You Know, due out May 27.

Coffee Break: Producer takeover

Coffee Break: Producer takeover

Anna Weggel and Jill Riley • Feb 4, 2022

For today’s 9:30 Coffee Break, sit back and relax as producer Anna takes you on a musical journey!

Album of the Week: Hippo Campus, 'LP3'

Album of the Week: Hippo Campus, 'LP3'

Diane • Feb 3, 2022

Hippo Campus have built a loyal fanbase for their playful and imaginative music since their inception nearly a decade ago. You know how some bands start off mediocre and all the sudden become outstanding through time and diligence? Not for Hippo Campus.

Request a song for Valentine's Day on The Current

Request a song for Valentine's Day on The Current

Feb 3, 2022

Whether your favorite love song is cute or steamy, old or new, Minnesota-made or from thousands of miles away, tell us about it, and we'll put together a great soundtrack for Monday, February 14.

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