Since the 1970s, the UK's punk, alternative and hip-hop artists have used music to share their feelings about the late monarch and what she represents.

The self-taught violinist, producer, and songwriter doesn't just experience or consume global sounds; she interacts with them. Natural Brown Prom Queen feels like a world tour of her brain.

Florence Welch made one thing clear early on during the St. Paul show. It was her dance floor, and she intended on using it. All of it. She made an Xcel concert feel like an intimate punk rock show at 7th Street Entry.

For today’s 9:30 Coffee Break, what songs from artists who have received honorary titles from Queen Elizabeth II do you want to hear?

From the inaugural Twin Cities Art Week to bold exhibits at the biggest museums, there’s something for everyone.

Hours before launching their Alpha Zulu tour at the Palace Theatre in St. Paul, Minn., French indie-pop band Phoenix visited The Current studio to perform a set of songs.

This week, catch up on the latest songs from Björk, Suede, Special Interest and Deerhoof, and discover the sounds of San Diego band Thee Sacred Souls and Minnesota-by-way-of-Ecuador singer/producer Luigi Franco.

For today’s 9:30 Coffee Break, what songs from artists in this weekend’s gig list do you want to hear?

Local acts make a strong showing on the chart this week, including tracks from Trampled by Turtles, Gully Boys, and Polica.

Shires' album, Take it Like a Man, includes songs she wrote during a difficult period in her marriage to musician Jason Isbell. She sings and plays fiddle throughout this interview.