Swensson is celebrating the release of her second book, Deeper Blues: The Life, Songs, and Salvation of Cornbread Harris. Friday’s book launch and concert at the Cedar Cultural Center is officially sold out.

Grab some chicken and beer before seeing Ludacris or a Chicago dog before Chance the Rapper. Suggested menus for easy and satisfying fueling up near the Grandstand and the rest of the fair’s music stages.

For today’s 9:30 Coffee Break, what songs from artists who played Woodstock ’94 would you like to hear?

Sierra Ferrell is the May Queen of American roots music — no matter what month it is.

The Kentucky alt-rockers brought their Neon Pill Tour to Target Center in Minneapolis on Monday, Aug. 12. Young the Giant, Bakar, and Vlad Holiday opened up the night.

For today’s 9:30 Coffee Break, what songs from left-handed artists would you like to hear?

Producer, singer and rapper Zora performed at Carbon Sound Presents: Minnesota Music Month showcase at Amsterdam Bar & Hall in April, featuring MMYYKK, XINA and REIKI. 

This week on Good News on The Current, we turn to The Local Show’s Artist of the Month, Humbird, who shares a story about a song that changed her life.

The annual Totally Gross National Party returned to Icehouse in Minneapolis on Saturday, Aug. 10. The showcase, hosted by Totally Gross National Product brought out a wide range of musical styles by established and under-the-radar creatives.

For today’s 9:30 Coffee Break, what songs about or relating to apples would you like to hear?