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

The expressive singer made just three albums, including his 1995 debut, Brown Sugar, but retreated from the public after each. He had been battling cancer, according to a statement from his family.

D’Angelo, the Grammy-winning R&B singer recognized by his raspy yet smooth voice and for garnering mainstream attention with the shirtless “Untitled (How Does It Feel)” music video, has died. He was 51.

For today’s 9:30 Coffee Break, what New Wave or Synth-pop songs would you like to hear?

The Icelandic jazz and pop singer shared a magical night in Minneapolis on her A Matter of Time Tour stop on Saturday, Oct. 11.

The New Zealand-based pop singer and songrwriter put on the first of two nights in Minneapolis on Saturday, Oct. 11.

For today’s 9:30 Coffee Break, what songs from artists with Indigenous heritage would you like to hear?

This playlist features picks from Winona LaDuke, Annie Humphrey, Jaida Grey Eagle, and members of The Current staff.

Hear all 10 artists featured on our October Scouting Report, highlighting discoverable local artists with new music. This month’s list includes Lily Blue, clovers daughter, Amateur, Dream Colors, Bright Young Things and more. Also, catch a brand new release from hip-hop favorite Juice Lord, and more!

The British folk-rock group performed in support of their fifth album, ‘Rushmere,’ at Grand Casino Arena in St. Paul on Thursday, Oct. 9.