February 25, 2026The shortlist also includes a 1990s pop diva, heavy metal pioneers and a legendary R&B singer and producer. Save This Story
Rock & Roll Hall of Fame 2026 shortlist includes Lauryn Hill, Shakira and Wu-Tang ClanIsabella Gomez Sarmiento • Feb 25, 2026The shortlist also includes a 1990s pop diva, heavy metal pioneers and a legendary R&B singer and producer.
Photos: Scenes from Big Turn Music Festival 2026, day twoLaura Buhman • Feb 25, 2026Big Turn Music Fest fills the city of Red Wing with music on Friday, Feb. 20, and Saturday, Feb. 21. The wide-ranging festival features rock bands, singer-songwriters, hip-hop acts, big bands and more.
Feb. 25 in Music History: Stevie Wonder awarded the Gershwin Prize Feb 25, 2026Van Halen's 'Jump' hit No. 1; Buddy Holly had his first hit; Stevie Wonder was honored by President Barack Obama; the youngest Beatle was born; and Frank Sinatra performed his final concert, Today in Music History.
Coffee Break: World of (Stevie) WonderJill Riley and Nilufer Arsala • Feb 25, 2026For today’s 9:30 Coffee Break, what songs from the world of Stevie Wonder would you like to hear?
Photos: Scenes from Big Turn Music Festival 2026, day oneLaura Buhman • Feb 25, 2026Big Turn Music Fest fills the city of Red Wing with music. The wide-ranging festival features rock bands, singer-songwriters, hip-hop acts, big bands and more.
Interview: Minnesota United Kickoff Concert with Community Relations Director Jen Winterfeldt and DurryJill Riley and Natalia Toledo • Feb 24, 2026Jen Winterfeldt, Director of Community Relations at Minnesota United FC, along with Austin and Taryn Durry of the band Durry, stopped by The Current’s Morning Show to talk with host Jill Riley about the Minnesota United FC Kickoff Concert happening at First Avenue.
Feb. 24 in Music History: Rhiannon Giddens released 'Freedom Highway' Feb 24, 2026David Roback of Mazzy Star died; The Beatles began their second film; Kurt and Courtney tied the knot; 'Roxanne' entered the Billboard Hot 100; Led Zeppelin released a double album; Paul Simon won a Grammy for 'Graceland'; and Elton John became a Sir, Today in Music History.
Coffee Break: MNUFC Home OpenerJill Riley and Nilufer Arsala • Feb 24, 2026For today’s 9:30 Coffee Break, what songs about kicking or soccer would you like to hear?
Photos: runo plum shares debut album at 7th St EntryDarin Kamnetz • Feb 23, 2026The Minneapolis-based indie-folk artist performed songs from her intimate debut album, ‘patching,’ at 7th St Entry on Saturday, Feb. 21.
Feb. 23 in Music History: TLC released 'FanMail' Feb 23, 2026TLC released 'FanMail'; Elvis and Priscilla call it quits; Fleetwood Mac win Album of the Year for 'Rumours'; Norah Jones brings home a bundle of Grammys; and Queen nabs their first U.S. No. 1 single with 'Crazy Little Thing Called Love,' Today in Music History.