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August 16, 2024

The Georgia singer-songwriter performed an intimate acoustic set on Thursday, Aug. 15, at Utepils Brewing in Minneapolis.

Photos: Jonah Kagen performs solo at Utepils Brewing

Photos: Jonah Kagen performs solo at Utepils Brewing

Juliet Farmer • Aug 16, 2024

The Georgia singer-songwriter performed an intimate acoustic set on Thursday, Aug. 15, at Utepils Brewing in Minneapolis.

Coffee Break: Mega Concert Weekend!

Coffee Break: Mega Concert Weekend!

Jill Riley and Nilufer Arsala • Aug 16, 2024

For today’s 9:30 Coffee Break, what songs from artists playing in and around the Twin Cities this weekend would you like to hear?

Classic Americana: Kenny Rogers

Classic Americana: Kenny Rogers

Mike Pengra and Luke Taylor • Aug 16, 2024

This week, we spotlight one of the most celebrated artists in recorded-music history, Kenny Rogers.

Drummer and producer JT Bates talks about what inspires him in the studio and on the road

Luke Taylor and Eric Xu Romani • Aug 15, 2024

JT Bates is a Minneapolis-based drummer and producer who is incredibly active in the local music scene and beyond. The Current caught up with Bates to talk about his work in studio and recently on tour with Bonny Light Horseman.

The Chart Show: The Linda Lindas make Chart Show debut at No. 14

The Chart Show: The Linda Lindas make Chart Show debut at No. 14

Aug 15, 2024

Los Angeles rock band the Linda Lindas break into the Chart with their new song, “All in My Head.” Meanwhile, Lake Street Dive, Charli XCX, and Cloud Cult enter Chart Show Hall of Fame after 10 weeks of votes as The Decemberists rise to No. 1 with “Oh No.”

Minnesota State Fair 2024 live music guide

Minnesota State Fair 2024 live music guide

Ali Elabbady • Aug 15, 2024

The top concerts and music events for each day of the Great Minnesota Get-Together.

Coffee Break: Rock Reads

Coffee Break: Rock Reads

Jill Riley and Nilufer Arsala • Aug 15, 2024

For today’s 9:30 Coffee Break, what music-related biography or memoir would you like to suggest? Let us know, and we’ll play a song by that artist.

Interview: Andrea Swensson on writing 'Deeper Blues' with Cornbread Harris

Interview: Andrea Swensson on writing 'Deeper Blues' with Cornbread Harris

Diane • Aug 14, 2024

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.

Minnesota State Fair 2024 live music and food pairings

Minnesota State Fair 2024 live music and food pairings

Ali Elabbady • Aug 14, 2024

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.

Coffee Break: Woodstock '94

Coffee Break: Woodstock '94

Jill Riley and Nilufer Arsala • Aug 14, 2024

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

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