Your 2026 guide for live music in Minneapolis and St. Paul during the upcoming spooky season.

The Current’s In the Studio will air from 6 a.m. to 7 a.m. Central on Saturday mornings starting on Saturday, Nov. 7.

Portland dream pop duo New Constellations — comprised of Josh Smith and Harlee Case — spoke with The Current’s Morning Show from their touring van about their slow and steady rise to fame with their song “Hot Blooded,” how they met, and building a business with friends and family.

Buddy Holly made his last major TV appearance; the first night of the T.A.M.I. show took place; Bill Berry retired from R.E.M.; the Sex Pistols' one and only studio album was released in the U.S.; Janet Jackson's Minneapolis-produced 'Rhythm Nation 1814' hit No. 1 in the album charts; and Jamie xx was born, Today in Music History.

For today’s 9:30 Coffee Break, what songs that sound like home would you like to hear?

As the Minneapolis folk-punk pioneers close out a 43-year run with a Halloween farewell at Crooners, founding bassist Drew Miller looks back on the band’s storied career.

Ben E. King recorded his first solo tracks; Peter Paul & Mary held down two spots in the album charts; Bruce Springsteen appeared on the covers of two major news magazines; U2's 'Rattle & Hum' premiered in Dublin, and Lou Reed passed away, Today in Music History.

For today’s 9:30 Coffee Break, what songs that describe a superstition would you like to hear?

From top to (cheeky) bottom, CMAT's Tiny Desk has it all: captivating stage presence, sharp songwriting, vocal range, a great band and comedic timing.

Brooklyn Marie has been performing on stages since she was 3 years old. Now, at 14, she’s competing on "The Voice" and charting her course as an up-and-coming singer.