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August 16, 2022

The esteemed purveyor of jazz piano enjoyed a long career in Minnesota and beyond.

Butch Thompson, revered Minnesota pianist, has died at age 78

Butch Thompson, revered Minnesota pianist, has died at age 78

Jacob Aloi • Aug 16, 2022

The esteemed purveyor of jazz piano enjoyed a long career in Minnesota and beyond.

COIN perform in The Current studio

Ayisha Jaffer • Aug 16, 2022

Nashville-based COIN are currently on tour following the release of their latest album, ‘Uncanny Valley.’ They stopped at The Current for a session hosted by Ayisha Jaffer.

Wacipi is a celebration of dancing, drums, and culture

Wacipi is a celebration of dancing, drums, and culture

Lianna Matt McLernon • Aug 16, 2022

Ahead of the Shakopee Mdewakanton Sioux Community’s powwow this weekend, one family shares their wacipi experience.

Coffee Break: Heardle Selections

Coffee Break: Heardle Selections

Jill Riley and Rachel Frances • Aug 16, 2022

For today’s 9:30 Coffee Break, what past Heardle songs do you want to hear?

Nipsey Hussle gets Hollywood star on what would have been his 37th birthday

Nipsey Hussle gets Hollywood star on what would have been his 37th birthday

Jonathan Franklin • Aug 16, 2022

The late rapper's star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame is the 2,729th placed to date.

James Mercer of the Shins talks about 'Oh, Inverted World' at 21

James Mercer of the Shins talks about 'Oh, Inverted World' at 21

Zeke • Aug 16, 2022

The Current’s Zeke connected with the singer-songwriter of the Shins to talk about the 21st anniversary of the Shins’ breakthrough debut album.

Slideshow: Jack White rocks the Armory

Slideshow: Jack White rocks the Armory

Aug 15, 2022

White brought his Supply Chain Issues Tour to Minneapolis, captivating the Armory with a four-piece band.

Photos: Andrew Bird and Iron & Wine serenade Surly Festival Field

Photos: Andrew Bird and Iron & Wine serenade Surly Festival Field

Andy Witchger • Aug 15, 2022

Andrew Bird and Sam Beam brought their Outside Problems Tour to Minneapolis.

Coffee Break: With a Little Help from My Friends

Coffee Break: With a Little Help from My Friends

Jill Riley and Rachel Frances • Aug 15, 2022

For today’s 9:30 Coffee Break, what songs about friendship do you want to hear?

Album of the Week: Danger Mouse and Black Thought, 'Cheat Codes'

Album of the Week: Danger Mouse and Black Thought, 'Cheat Codes'

Jade • Aug 15, 2022

This is the sort of album that only comes from putting in the time and effort to flow this flawlessly.

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