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January 23, 2025

LCD Soundsystem also see Hall of Fame induction after their song “X-Ray Eyes” receives 10 weeks of listeners’ votes.

The Chart Show: Sharon Van Etten's "Afterlife" goes on to Chart Show Hall of Fame

The Chart Show: Sharon Van Etten's "Afterlife" goes on to Chart Show Hall of Fame

Jan 23, 2025

LCD Soundsystem also see Hall of Fame induction after their song “X-Ray Eyes” receives 10 weeks of listeners’ votes.

Coffee Break: 2018

Coffee Break: 2018

Jill Riley and Nilufer Arsala • Jan 23, 2025

For today’s 9:30 Coffee Break, what songs from The Current’s Top 89 Songs countdown from 2018 would you like to hear?

Kerry Alexander of Bad Bad Hats checks in from tour, looks ahead to Saturday's show at First Avenue

Kerry Alexander of Bad Bad Hats checks in from tour, looks ahead to Saturday's show at First Avenue

Jill Riley and Nilufer Arsala • Jan 23, 2025

Currently on tour, Bad Bad Hats frontperson Kerry Alexander talks with Jill Riley about the band’s tour so far — a tour that wraps this Saturday, Jan. 25, at First Avenue in Minneapolis.

See the full list of 2025 Oscar nominations

See the full list of 2025 Oscar nominations

Dhanika Pineda • Jan 23, 2025

Emilia Pérez raked in the most nominations Thursday morning, followed by The Brutalist and Wicked. The Academy Awards are scheduled for Sunday, March 2.

Jan. 23 in Music History: Happy birthday to Nick Harmer of Death Cab for Cutie

Jan. 23 in Music History: Happy birthday to Nick Harmer of Death Cab for Cutie

Jan 23, 2025

Patti Smith broke her back, David Bowie gave the fans control of his set, Ray Charles was honored, and The Beatles recorded 'Get Back', Today in Music History.

Now 20 years in, The Current is still creating and redefining radio

Now 20 years in, The Current is still creating and redefining radio

Reed Fischer • Jan 22, 2025

Over a two-decade history, The Current has impacted culture in Minnesota and beyond with a dialed-in mix of familiar and new. The approach applies not just to music, but also to technologies, experiences, and ideas. 

Coffee Break: 2017

Coffee Break: 2017

Jill Riley and Nilufer Arsala • Jan 22, 2025

For today’s 9:30 Coffee Break, what songs from The Current’s Top 89 Songs countdown from 2017 would you like to hear?

Jan. 22 in Music History: Happy birthday, Angel Olsen

Jan. 22 in Music History: Happy birthday, Angel Olsen

Jan 22, 2025

Steve Perry was born; MTV hit the West Coast; Buddy Holly made his last recordings in his New York City apartment; The Beach Boys went into the studio to record "Wouldn't It Be Nice"; MTV started broadcasting to the West Coast; and Michael Hutchence of INXS was born, Today in Music History.

Garth Hudson, The Band's last founding member, dies at 87

Garth Hudson, The Band's last founding member, dies at 87

Isabella Gomez Sarmiento • Jan 21, 2025

The Canadian musician played keyboard, organ and saxophone on some of group's most memorable songs.

Photos: Lutalo and Runo Plum heat up 7th St Entry

Photos: Lutalo and Runo Plum heat up 7th St Entry

Daniela Buvat • Jan 21, 2025

A pair of rising talents with connections to Minnesota performed in Minneapolis on Saturday, Jan 18.

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