Known for his cosmic-stoner songwriting and freewheeling tunes, Todd Snider's career spanned three decades.

Petula Clark was born; Janis Joplin was arrested; Elvis made a movie; and Blondie had a hit, Today in Music History.

For today’s 9:30 Coffee Break, what funk tracks would you like to hear?

For this week’s Classic Americana pick, we highlight Johnny Rivers, a hardworking musician whose life and career took him across the United States in pursuit of his dreams.

The Police had their fourth U.K. No. 1 single; 'Faith' went No. 1 in the U.K.; The Rolling Stones went acoustic; Blur put out a book; and Brendan Benson was born, Today in Music History.

The Puerto Rican superstar had never won any of the major prizes — album, song or record of the year — until last night. Other winners included Karol G and Alejandro Sanz.

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.

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.

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

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.