Prince wrote The Bangles a hit; Bruce Springsteen joined the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame; and Sly Stone was born today in music history.

The Monks’ lead singer passed on; Elvis Presley was passed over; Elton John had a hit with "Crocodile Rock"; Roxy Music had their only No. 1 single; Mike Muir was born; and Gary Burger passed away, Today in Music History.

Adam Weiner of Low Cut Connie stopped by The Current and shared with host Jill Riley about staying true to his values as an artist, and about his upcoming album Livin in the USA.

Thursday in Minneapolis, Welles performed both solo and with his band. Kentucky singer-songwriter S.G. Goodman opened the show.

Cher went No. 1 with 'Believe'; The Recording Industry Association of America introduced a sales-award system using names of precious metals; the Beatles had their seventh No. 1 hit; a coffeehouse chain launched a music label; Tammy Wynette and George Jones called it quits; and The Sex Pistols stood up the Rock Hall, Today in Music History.

For today’s 9:30 Coffee Break, what songs from artists with biopics, documentaries, or concert films would you like to hear?

Hayley Williams’ “Parachute” lands in the Chart Show Hall of Fame at No. 2. She is joined in the Hall by Lily Allen, Colin Bracewell, Wild Horses, and Tyler Childers.

Minneapolis multi-hyphenate artist Dessa spoke with host Jill Riley of her experience during the federal occupation, and what shows are coming up in 2026.

Judy Garland's "Over The Rainbow" was voted Song Of The Century; Ace of Base hit No. 1; Pete Doherty was born; Paul married Linda; the U.S. charts got Rick-rolled for realsies; R.E.M. dropped “Out of Time”; Ace of Base saw the sign; and James Taylor celebrates a birthday, Today in Music History.

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