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October 30, 2025

Out Friday, Oct. 31, the eight-disc, 139-track set, ‘Through The Open Window,’ contains a treasure trove of more than 20 primitive and unreleased home recordings made in his home state between 1956 and 1963.

Where Bob Dylan made some of his earliest recordings ever — in Minnesota

Where Bob Dylan made some of his earliest recordings ever — in Minnesota

Erik Thompson • Oct 30, 2025

Out Friday, Oct. 31, the eight-disc, 139-track set, ‘Through The Open Window,’ contains a treasure trove of more than 20 primitive and unreleased home recordings made in his home state between 1956 and 1963.

The Chart Show: Laufey's "Lover Girl" heads to the Hall of Fame

The Chart Show: Laufey's "Lover Girl" heads to the Hall of Fame

Oct 30, 2025

Laufey's "Lover Girl" heads to the Hall of Fame on her tenth week.

Barry Bostwick talks about The Rocky Horror Picture Show - 50th Anniversary Spectacular Tour

Barry Bostwick talks about The Rocky Horror Picture Show - 50th Anniversary Spectacular Tour

Jill Riley and Natalia Toledo • Oct 30, 2025

Jill Riley of The Current’s Morning Show talked with actor Barry Bostwick about The Rocky Horror Picture Show - 50th Anniversary Spectacular Tour. Bostwick, who is best known for portraying Brad Majors in the film, shared stories about the movie, the cast, and much more.

Oct. 30 in Music History: Pulp released 'Different Class'

Oct. 30 in Music History: Pulp released 'Different Class'

Oct 30, 2025

George Michael released 'Faith''; Jam Master Jay was killed; Roy Orbison's 'Oh, Pretty Woman' went Gold; Pink Floyd released 'Meddle' in the U.S.; Australia's Men at Work had their first U.S. No. 1 hit; and Black Sabbath performed on Late Night with David Letterman, their first TV appearance after a 22-year gap, Today in Music History.

Coffee Break: Costumes

Coffee Break: Costumes

Jill Riley and Nilufer Arsala • Oct 30, 2025

For today’s 9:30 Coffee Break, what songs that could be Halloween costumes would you like to hear?

Ruston Kelly plays songs from 'Pale, Through the Window,' at The Current

Oct 29, 2025

Ruston Kelly’s new album, Pale, Through the Window, released on Friday, Sept. 12. A few weeks later, Kelly visited The Current studio to play solo acoustic versions of songs from the new record.

The Current celebrates Public Radio Music Day 2025

The Current celebrates Public Radio Music Day 2025

Oct 29, 2025

Throughout Wednesday, Oct. 29, special programming on The Current will enhance Public Radio Music Day. Tune in for live sessions, interviews, and performances featuring Jon Batiste, Mt. Joy, Wolf Alice, Wet Leg, The Hold Steady, Royel Otis, and more.

Oct. 29 in Music History: The War on Drugs released 'I Don't Live Here Anymore'

Oct. 29 in Music History: The War on Drugs released 'I Don't Live Here Anymore'

Oct 29, 2025

Neil Diamond got a Gold Record; Dolly and Kenny sang of islands in the stream; the Stone Roses split up; U2 performed on Letterman; 'The Dark Side Of The Moon' broke chart records; and Frankie Goes to Hollywood released their debut album, Today in Music History.

Coffee Break: Witches

Coffee Break: Witches

Jill Riley and Nilufer Arsala • Oct 29, 2025

For today’s 9:30 Coffee Break, what songs related to witches or magic would you like to hear?

Royel Otis play a set of songs from their 2025 album, 'Hickey,' at The Current

Jessica Paxton • Oct 28, 2025

Australian band Royel Otis — anchored by the duo of Royel Maddell and Otis Pavlovic — visited The Current to play songs from their latest album, ‘Hickey,’ and then to have a fun chat with host Jessica Paxton.

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