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August 01, 2023

The oral history ‘The Gospel of the Hold Steady: How a Resurrection Really Feels’ is out now via Akashic Books.

The Hold Steady's 'Gospel' book details their 20 years as a band

The Hold Steady's 'Gospel' book details their 20 years as a band

Michaelangelo Matos • Aug 1, 2023

The oral history ‘The Gospel of the Hold Steady: How a Resurrection Really Feels’ is out now via Akashic Books.

10 Minnesota musicians lighting up playlists in August

10 Minnesota musicians lighting up playlists in August

Diane, Anna Devine, Natalia Toledo and Youa Vang • Aug 1, 2023

New Minnesota music from REIKI, Mae Simpson, Mike Kota, Ivers, and more.

The Current's music and events at the Minnesota State Fair 2023

The Current's music and events at the Minnesota State Fair 2023

Aug 1, 2023

Visit the Minnesota Public Radio booth throughout the fair for events featuring Lady Midnight, Aby Wolf, Faith Boblett, Kiss the Tiger, Colin Bracewell, Dad Bod, Laamar, Sophia Eris and many more.

Coffee Break: National Night Out

Coffee Break: National Night Out

Jill Riley • Aug 1, 2023

For today’s 9:30 Coffee Break, which songs about neighbors and community do you want to hear?

Dessa announces new album, drops lead single "Hurricane Party"

Jade • Aug 1, 2023

“I think there's sort of a balance of like, acknowledging the storm looming, and also leaning into a little bit of the hedonism," Dessa says about the metaphor in the album’s lede single.

Photos: Shakey Graves and Lucius put on thrilling Minneapolis show

Photos: Shakey Graves and Lucius put on thrilling Minneapolis show

Laura Buhman • Jul 31, 2023

The night of outdoor live music took place at Bauhaus Brew Labs in northeast Minneapolis. Local singer-songwriter Mike Kota opened up the show.

Coffee Break: ASMR

Coffee Break: ASMR

Jill Riley • Jul 31, 2023

For today’s 9:30 Coffee Break, which songs that give you that “tingly little feeling” do you want to hear?

Album of the Week: "Barbie Movie Soundtrack"

Album of the Week: "Barbie Movie Soundtrack"

Jade • Jul 31, 2023

Pink, it’s the color of the summer and the title of Lizzo’s pop song that kicks off the soundtrack.

Photos: Say She She get into the groove at 7th St Entry

Photos: Say She She get into the groove at 7th St Entry

Sara Fish • Jul 28, 2023

The Brooklyn band performed Thursday in Minneapolis with Abby Jeanne as the opening act.

Coffee Break: Aliens and UFOs

Coffee Break: Aliens and UFOs

Jill Riley • Jul 28, 2023

For today’s 9:30 Coffee Break, which songs about extraterrestrial life do you want to hear?

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