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May 24, 2023

In March, the St. Paul-based musician put out ‘Western Amphibians’ — a sonic kaleidoscope emerging from a place within her lived experience.

Anita Velveeta makes music for weirdos like herself

Anita Velveeta makes music for weirdos like herself

Macie Rasmussen and Jaida Grey Eagle • May 24, 2023

In March, the St. Paul-based musician put out ‘Western Amphibians’ — a sonic kaleidoscope emerging from a place within her lived experience.

Tina Turner, rock and roll icon, dead at 83

Tina Turner, rock and roll icon, dead at 83

Annie Zaleski • May 24, 2023

The pioneering vocalist, who played a pivotal role in the history of rock and soul music, had suffered a litany of health issues in recent years.

Coffee Break: Songs for Bob Dylan's 82nd birthday

Coffee Break: Songs for Bob Dylan's 82nd birthday

Jill Riley • May 24, 2023

For today’s 9:30 Coffee Break, which songs by Bob Dylan should we play?

The New Pornographers perform songs from 'Continue as a Guest' at The Current

Jill Riley • May 24, 2023

A band since 1997, the New Pornographers continue to evolve with their latest album, ‘Continue as a Guest.’ The band visited The Current to play songs from the album, their ninth full-length release.

'SNL' just wrapped its 48th season: It's time to cruelly rank its musical guests

'SNL' just wrapped its 48th season: It's time to cruelly rank its musical guests

Stephen Thompson • May 23, 2023

From Kendrick Lamar and Megan Thee Stallion to Coldplay, here they are: the magnificent, the flawed-but-forceful, the forgettable and the truly, epically misbegotten.

Coffee Break: Top songs made with Moog synths

Coffee Break: Top songs made with Moog synths

Jill Riley • May 23, 2023

For today’s 9:30 Coffee Break, which songs featuring Moog synthesizers should we play?

PHOTOS: Crowds flocked to Art-A-Whirl for music, art and more

PHOTOS: Crowds flocked to Art-A-Whirl for music, art and more

Darin Kamnetz • May 22, 2023

Art-A-Whirl, touted as the country’s largest open art studio tour, brought tens of thousands to the streets of Northeast Minneapolis this weekend, from May 19 through May 21.

Kurt Cobain's broken guitar sells for nearly $600,000

Kurt Cobain's broken guitar sells for nearly $600,000

Juliana Kim • May 22, 2023

The Nirvana frontman was known for smashing guitars during performances and in the studio. This one includes messages to his old friend, Mark Lanegan of the Screaming Trees.

Coffee Break: Songs for World Goth Day

Coffee Break: Songs for World Goth Day

Jill Riley • May 22, 2023

For today’s 9:30 Coffee Break, which songs that are all about goth vibes should we play?

Album of the Week: Arlo Parks, "My Soft Machine"

Album of the Week: Arlo Parks, "My Soft Machine"

Jade • May 22, 2023

After moving from the UK to LA, Parks felt like anything was possible and grew more comfortable with herself. That quiet confidence glides through a new round of songs that uplift and explore the challenges that come with a lack of chaos.

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