Billy Idol caused trouble on tour; The Supremes started a four-week run at No. 1, David Bowie read poems on stage; Iggy and the Stooges played their first live show; and Outkast released one of hip-hop’s greatest albums, Today in Music History.

George Michael released 'Faith''; Jam Master Jay was killed; Roy Orbison's 'Oh, Pretty Woman' went Gold; Pink Floyd released 'Meddle' in the U.S.; Australia's Men at Work had their first U.S. No. 1 hit; and Black Sabbath performed on Late Night with David Letterman, their first TV appearance after a 22-year gap, Today in Music History.

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

Bryan Atchison and Neil Olstad of Koo Koo stopped by The Current’s Morning Show to share more about their upcoming tours, and their brand new (and first) album of covers, Koovers.

Check out the Top 10 voted on The Chart Show this week.

Neil Diamond got a Gold Record; Dolly and Kenny sang of islands in the stream; the Stone Roses split up; U2 performed on Letterman; 'The Dark Side Of The Moon' broke chart records; and Frankie Goes to Hollywood released their debut album, Today in Music History.

For today’s 9:30 Coffee Break, what songs that could be costumes would you like to hear?

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.