It's a great day when your favorite artist releases a new record. But what if they released seven new records at once, full of music you didn't even know existed? That's what Bruce Springsteen is doing on his forthcoming box set Tracks II: The Lost Albums.

Col. Tom Parker became Elvis's boss; Andy Gibb had a singles-chart first; NKOTB scored their first No. 1 hit; Springsteen proved he is a marathon man; Carole King had a huge album hit; and Dolly Parton recorded a timeless classic, Today in Music History.

For today’s 9:30 Coffee Break, what songs that have nature sounds in them would you like to hear?

While in town for a pair of shows at the Palace Theatre in St. Paul, Lucy Dacus visited The Current to play songs from the new album.

The Monterey Pop Festival began; Dylan recorded 'Like a Rolling Stone'; the Jackson Five enjoyed a summer TV variety show on CBS; the New York Dolls performed together for the first time since 1975, Today in Music History.

For today’s 9:30 Coffee Break, what songs that have a strong start or memorable intro would you like to hear?

The Doors played in Minneapolis; Dire Straits topped the album charts; “Sukiyaki” went No.1 ; the world said goodbye to Ella Fitzgerald; and the Beastie Boys hosted the Tibetan Freedom Concert, Today in Music History.

Paul McCartney wrote the most recorded song; Dylan recorded his electric sound; and Patsy Cline topped the charts, Today in Music History.

People are drinking less these days, but drinking songs never go out of style. The Lomax Archive is dropping a new album of traditional songs this week.

Rain didn’t keep the fans from dancing and singing along to a set that rocked despite the weather.