The Current

Great Music Lives Here ®
Listener-Supported Music
Donate Now
  • The Current
    Great Music
    Lives Here.
    Listener-Supported Music
    Donate Now
Donate Now
Volume Button
Volume
00:00
0
listen
[0]
The Current
PlaylistSchedule
Donate

Stories

Recent stories from The Current
July 16, 2025

Night Moves, The Local Show’s July Artist of the Month, shared details about of the new record, performing live, and their musical growth in this exclusive interview with The Current. Their fourth album arrives on Friday, July 25, accompanied by a headlining show at First Avenue on July 26.

Interview: Night Moves share inspiration and growth behind 'Double Life'

Interview: Night Moves share inspiration and growth behind 'Double Life'

Diane • Jul 16, 2025

Night Moves, The Local Show’s July Artist of the Month, shared details about of the new record, performing live, and their musical growth in this exclusive interview with The Current. Their fourth album arrives on Friday, July 25, accompanied by a headlining show at First Avenue on July 26.

July 16 in Music History: Wilco released 'Star Wars'

July 16 in Music History: Wilco released 'Star Wars'

Jul 16, 2025

Kitty Wells passed away; Desmond Dekker was born; the Beach Boys signed to Capitol Records; Sean Cassidy had his one and only No. 1 hit; and the White Stripes played their shortest concert ever, Today in Music History.

Coffee Break: France

Coffee Break: France

Jill Riley and Nilufer Arsala • Jul 16, 2025

For today’s 9:30 Coffee Break, what songs from French bands or musicians would you like to hear?  

July 15 in Music History: Sarah McLachlan released 'Surfacing'

July 15 in Music History: Sarah McLachlan released 'Surfacing'

Jul 15, 2025

John Lennon suffered a tragic loss; Elton John got his first No. 1 album in the U.S.; Ray Davies temporarily resigned from the Kinks; Ian Curtis of Joy Division was born in Greater Manchester; and Prince gave free albums to U.K. tabloid subscribers, Today in Music History.

Coffee Break: Generosity

Coffee Break: Generosity

Jill Riley and Nilufer Arsala • Jul 15, 2025

For today’s 9:30 Coffee Break, what songs about giving something away would you like to hear?

Bloc Party: Tiny Desk Concert

Maia Stern • Jul 15, 2025

From the party anthem "Banquet" to the quiet "Blue," the English rock band spans its catalog at the Tiny Desk.

Photos: The music of Lutsong Music Festival 2025

Photos: The music of Lutsong Music Festival 2025

Hunter Riley • Jul 14, 2025

The fourth annual Lutsong Music Festival brought together some of the region’s best musical talent for a weekend of outdoor performances. The fest took place July 10-13 at North Shore Winery and Caribou Highlands near Lutsen, Minnesota.

July 14 in Music History: Talking Heads released 'More Songs About Buildings and Food'

July 14 in Music History: Talking Heads released 'More Songs About Buildings and Food'

Jul 14, 2025

Bobby Vinton had a No. 1 hit with a floral-themed song; the Everly Brothers had a sibling spat; Donna Summer had her third No. 1 single; Pink Floyd's 'The Wall' had its London premiere; and The Dead Weather released 'Horehound', Today in Music History.

Coffee Break: Covers

Coffee Break: Covers

Jill Riley and Nilufer Arsala • Jul 14, 2025

For today’s 9:30 Coffee Break, what songs that are covers would you like to hear?

July 13 in Music History: Happy birthday, Leon Bridges

July 13 in Music History: Happy birthday, Leon Bridges

Jul 13, 2025

The Stones played their first gig outside London; the first disco single hit No. 1; Duran Duran had a hit based on a James Bond theme; Michael Jackson shared a preview of 'Bad'; Rod Stewart was awarded a CBE; Black Sabbath played their first gig; and Leon Bridges was born. Today in Music History.

PREVIOUS WEEK
NEXT WEEK