The Great Northern Festival offers an array of winter fun throughout the Twin Cities, served with a healthy side of climate-related events for learning and participation.

Raffaella, Obi Original, Mike Kota, killusonline, Harlow, Creeping Charlie, and Brotherhood of Birds played First Avenue’s mainroom on January 20, 2023 at the annual showcase of local talent.

The same day the newly elected Rep. María Isa Pérez-Vega was sworn into office, she also released a hip-hop EP, Capitolio, inspired by her campaign run, motherhood, community, and day-to-day living. Local Show host Diane spoke in-depth with Isa about her relationship with hip-hop and community, and what motivated her to run for office.

For today’s 9:30 Coffee Break, what songs do you want to hear that highlight David Crosby’s musical contributions?

We’ll take “a heavenly neo-psychedelic roots odyssey,” as The Arcs describe the new album. The group continues their love affair with vintage soul, garage rock, and ‘60s psych-pop.

Singer-songwriter, producer, Black Keys member and The Arcs co-founder Dan Auerbach talks with Bill DeVille about the Arcs’ new record, ‘Electrophonic Chronic,’ and about working with legendary musicians.

The Welsh-born artist, a co-founder of The Velvet Underground, has been relentlessly creating for nearly 60 years. On his new album, he sounds as alive as ever.

For today’s 9:30 Coffee Break, what songs from First Avenue’s Best New Bands of 2022 lineup do you want to hear?

Jones lets the sun shine in on this jazz standard, but maintains a pensive undertone.

Valentine’s Day is right around the corner, and The Current wants to celebrate with you!  Request a song and leave a message to be dedicated to your special somebody.