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June 03, 2023

The Nude Party’s latest album is ‘Rides On,’ and during their tour in support of the album, the band visited The Current studio to play four songs from the record and to chat with host Bill DeVille. Watch the full session.

The Nude Party play songs from 'Rides On' in The Current studio

Bill DeVille • Jun 3, 2023

The Nude Party’s latest album is ‘Rides On,’ and during their tour in support of the album, the band visited The Current studio to play four songs from the record and to chat with host Bill DeVille. Watch the full session.

This YouTube channel unearths raw footage of ’90s Midwest punk

This YouTube channel unearths raw footage of ’90s Midwest punk

Ali Elabbady • Jun 2, 2023

Dan Zimmerman’s Twenty Five After project is a treasure trove of videos featuring legendary hardcore, punk, and metal shows.

Coffee Break: Songs to celebrate Pride Month

Coffee Break: Songs to celebrate Pride Month

Jill Riley • Jun 2, 2023

For today’s 9:30 Coffee Break, which songs recognizing the LGBTQ+ community should we play?

The triumphant return of Grand Old Day in St. Paul

The triumphant return of Grand Old Day in St. Paul

Cynthia Maya • Jun 1, 2023

Set for Sunday, June 4, Grand Old Day’s corridor of food, activities, and performances is back after a three-year hiatus.

Where to celebrate Pride in the Twin Cities

Where to celebrate Pride in the Twin Cities

Sofia Haan • Jun 1, 2023

Make the most of Pride Month with some of these exciting Twin Cities events, most of which will feature live music.

The Chart Show: a banner week for Minnesota artists

The Chart Show: a banner week for Minnesota artists

Jade • Jun 1, 2023

Boygenius are definitely “strong enough” to hold the No. 1 spot, while Minnesota artists Ber, Gully Boys and Dad Bod all represent.

theyself makes music on their own terms

theyself makes music on their own terms

Sofia Haan • Jun 1, 2023

“Music was an escape hatch from the world when I first started,” Twin Cities musician Pat “Doc” Dougherty explains, “and now it’s just how I process it.”

89 Days of Summer 2023: Things to do in Minneapolis, St. Paul, and beyond

89 Days of Summer 2023: Things to do in Minneapolis, St. Paul, and beyond

Staff • Jun 1, 2023

Throughout the summer, The Current provides weekly guides to events, entertainment, and recreation in the Twin Cities.

Hear new music from Blonde Redhead, Elle King, Jean Dawson, Briston Maroney, Billie Marten, and KC Rae

Hear new music from Blonde Redhead, Elle King, Jean Dawson, Briston Maroney, Billie Marten, and KC Rae

Jade • Jun 1, 2023

This week, hear Blonde Redhead’s first new music since 2014, plus new tunes from Elle King and Jean Dawson. Plus, get to know the sounds of Nashville’s Briston Maroney, Britain’s Billie Marten, and Minnesota’s KC Rae — the solo project of Now Now’s KC Dalager.

Coffee Break: Songs from Iceland

Coffee Break: Songs from Iceland

Mac Wilson • Jun 1, 2023

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

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