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October 17, 2025

For this week’s Classic Americana pick, we’re honoring, somewhat belatedly, the birthdate of the great John Prine and the release of his debut album.

Classic Americana: John Prine's (sort of) 'Illegal Smile'

Classic Americana: John Prine's (sort of) 'Illegal Smile'

Mike Pengra and Luke Taylor • Oct 17, 2025

For this week’s Classic Americana pick, we’re honoring, somewhat belatedly, the birthdate of the great John Prine and the release of his debut album.

Oct. 17 in Music History: Paul Simon released 'Still Crazy After All These Years'

Oct. 17 in Music History: Paul Simon released 'Still Crazy After All These Years'

Oct 17, 2025

Gord Downie passed away; Eminem was born; The Kinks were finally welcomed to the US; Sid and Nancy was released; and The Beatles appeared on British TV for the first time, Today in Music History.

Coffee Break: Roller Derby

Coffee Break: Roller Derby

Jill Riley and Nilufer Arsala • Oct 17, 2025

For today’s 9:30 Coffee Break, what songs to get pumped up for roller derby would you like to hear?

Tame Impala: Tiny Desk Concert

Bobby Carter • Oct 17, 2025

Kevin Parker takes the less-is-more approach at the Tiny Desk: an all-acoustic set of Tame Impala songs, brilliantly reimagined.

Ace Frehley, lead guitarist in Kiss, dies at 74

Ace Frehley, lead guitarist in Kiss, dies at 74

Annie Zaleski • Oct 16, 2025

The co-founding member of the band was known as the Spaceman and had a hit single of his own in "New York Groove."

The Chart Show: Atmosphere "Really" enter the Hall of Fame at No. 1

The Chart Show: Atmosphere "Really" enter the Hall of Fame at No. 1

Oct 16, 2025

After 10 weeks on The Chart, Atmosphere enters the Hall of Fame in the top position.

Mipso visit The Current studio to play songs and to reflect on 13 years

Mike Pengra • Oct 16, 2025

North Carolina band Mipso perform their fourth session for Radio Heartland as they are about to take an indefinite hiatus.

Oct. 16 in Music History: Happy Birthday, Bob Mould

Oct. 16 in Music History: Happy Birthday, Bob Mould

Oct 16, 2025

Eyedea passed away; The legendary CBGB closed its doors; Little Richard made his first recordings for RCA; Sam Cooke's greatest hit was released; Grace Slick joined the Jefferson Airplane; CCR called it quits; and Bob Mould was born in Malone, N.Y., Today in Music History.

Coffee Break: Mercury Prize

Coffee Break: Mercury Prize

Jill Riley and Nilufer Arsala • Oct 16, 2025

For today’s 9:30 Coffee Break, what songs from albums shortlisted for the Mercury Prize would you like to hear?

Oct. 15 in Music History: Lizzo released 'Lizzobangers'

Oct. 15 in Music History: Lizzo released 'Lizzobangers'

Oct 15, 2025

Buddy Holly opened for Elvis Presley; Keith Richards got in some trouble in France; ABBA played their first concert in North America; R.E.M. had a 'Monster' of an album; Madonna was asked not to text during movies; and Radiohead had a major album hit, Today in Music History.

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