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November 13, 2025

After a strong 10-week run, Minnesota band Poliça enter the Chart Show Hall of Fame at No. 2 with “Dreams Go.” Poliça now has eight songs in the Chart Show Hall of Fame.

The Chart Show: Poliça's "Dreams Go" to the Chart Show Hall of Fame

The Chart Show: Poliça's "Dreams Go" to the Chart Show Hall of Fame

Nov 13, 2025

After a strong 10-week run, Minnesota band Poliça enter the Chart Show Hall of Fame at No. 2 with “Dreams Go.” Poliça now has eight songs in the Chart Show Hall of Fame.

Interview: Jean Dawson on his responsibility "to preserve, and then to mutate"

Interview: Jean Dawson on his responsibility "to preserve, and then to mutate"

Zach McCormick • Nov 13, 2025

In a conversation with The Current’s midday host Zach McCormick, Dawson shares more about the recording process for Rock A Bye Baby, Glimmer of God, where his voice comes from, and gives props to departed heroes Prince and D’Angelo.

Coffee Break: Hug a Musician Day

Coffee Break: Hug a Musician Day

Jill Riley and Nilufer Arsala • Nov 13, 2025

For today’s 9:30 Coffee Break, what songs from an artist you would like to show appreciation to would you like to hear?

Nov. 13 in Music History: Madonna released 'The Immaculate Collection'

Nov. 13 in Music History: Madonna released 'The Immaculate Collection'

Nov 13, 2025

Brian Jones of the Rolling Stones bought A.A. Milne's former home; Men At Work had the top album in the United States; Elton John performed for the first time in Mexico; and the Beatles' animated film 'Yellow Submarine' was released in the United States, Today in Music History.

Pulp: Tiny Desk Concert

Robin Hilton • Nov 13, 2025

Jarvis Cocker croons, coos and dances his way through this career-spanning Tiny Desk with Pulp.

Cleto Escobedo III, leader of Jimmy Kimmel's house band, dies at 59

Cleto Escobedo III, leader of Jimmy Kimmel's house band, dies at 59

Neda Ulaby • Nov 12, 2025

Escobedo had been leading Kimmel's house band since the show launched in 2003. The musician and the comedian were childhood friends in Las Vegas.

Coffee Break: Origin Story

Coffee Break: Origin Story

Jill Riley and Nilufer Arsala • Nov 12, 2025

For today’s 9:30 Coffee Break, what songs from bands that helped launch an artist’s solo career would you like to hear?

Nov. 12 in Music History: Happy birthday to Neil Young

Nov. 12 in Music History: Happy birthday to Neil Young

Nov 12, 2025

The Monkees' debut album started a long run at No. 1; Lionel Richie had a massive hit with 'All Night Long'; fans and friends celebrated the life of legendary BBC DJ John Peel; Spotify responded to Taylor Swift's rebuff; and Neil Young was born, Today in Music History.

Interview: JOSEPH discuss becoming a duo and new album 'Closer to Happy'

Interview: JOSEPH discuss becoming a duo and new album 'Closer to Happy'

Jill Riley • Nov 11, 2025

JOSEPH, comprised of Natalie and Meegan Closner, will perform at The Current’s 21st Anniversary with Brigitte Calls Me Baby and Colin Bracewell at First Avenue in Minneapolis on Friday, Jan. 23, 2026. They stopped by the The Current’s Morning Show to speak with host Jill Riley.

Coffee Break: 11/11

Coffee Break: 11/11

Jill Riley and Nilufer Arsala • Nov 11, 2025

For today’s 9:30 Coffee Break, what songs with the number one in the title would you like to hear?

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