Programming and Issues Report KCMP and KMSE - Quarter 4 2016Category (Issue Addressed) Title Date Aired Time AiredDuration Description

Music History and Education Today in Music History: Remembering Benjamin Orr 10/3/2016 7:44 AM 5:03 Today in Music History: Elvis made his live debut, Sinead O'Connor shocked on SNL and The Cars lost Benjamin Orr

Music History and Education Today in Music History: "What's The Frequency Kenneth?" 10/4/2016 7:52 AM 1:14 Eric Clapton joined Yardbirds; Janis Joplin passed away; Queen hit the charts in the U.S.; Dan Rather was roughed up, and Today in Music History.

Music History and Education Today in Music History: Remembering Eddie Kendricks 10/5/2016 7:47 AM 5:54 Olivia Newton-John had her first U.S. No. 1 single; following the end of the Smiths, Johnny Marr started rehearsing with the Pretenders; Roger Daltrey announced the Who were re-forming; Beatles fans snapped up the group's co-written autobiography; and Temptations co-founder Eddie Kendricks passed away in Birmingham, Ala., Today in Music History.

Technology literacy John Moe on Burger election videos 10/5/2016 7:30 AM 5:53 John Moe on Burger election videos

Lifestyle Jay Gabler on Paisley Park cancelation 10/6/2016 7:35 AM 4:40 Jay Gabler on Paisley Park cancelation

Music History and Education Today in Music History: Happy Birthday, Tommy Stinson 10/6/2016 7:44 AM 5:00 George Harrison had his first A-side with the Beatles; Cher topped the singles chart; Australia lost its King of Rock n Roll, Johnny O'Keefe; Bob Dylan had his 12th Top-40 hit; and bassist Tommy Stinson, who rose to prominence with the Replacements, was born in Minneapolis Today in Music History.

Local arts and culture Tracy Mumford on the best celebrity memoirs coming out this fall 10/6/2016 8:30 AM 3:50 Tracy Mumford on the best celebrity memoirs coming out this fall

Music History and Education Today in Music History: Paula Abdul's album goes No. 1 10/7/2016 7:42 AM 4:13 The Beatles turned down a million bucks to perform in New York; Jose Feliciano kept World Series fans waiting with a long version of the national anthem; John Lennon was granted permanent residence in the U.S.; and Paula Abdul hit No. 1 in the album charts after 64 weeks, Today in Music History.

Lifestyle Jay Gabler on Paisley Park Tours 10/7/2016 9:04 AM 9:17 Jay Gabler on Paisley Park Tours

Local arts and culture Stephen Smith on Historically Black podcast 10/7/2016 7:00 AM 5:48 Stephen Smith on Historically Black podcast

Music History and Education Today in Music History: Elvis has a hit with "Love Me Tender" 10/10/2016 7:43 AM 4:12 The Supremes met Ed Sullivan; "Monster Mash" got banned; and Elvis had a big hit with "Love Me Tender", Today in Music History.

Music History and Education Today in Music History: Elvis has a hit with "Love Me Tender" 10/11/2016 7:43 AM 1:03 The Beatles covered Chuck Berry; Aretha Franklin stepped onto a stage; and The Sex Pistols recorded their first single, Today in Music History.

Music History and Education Today in Music History: Remembering John Denver 10/12/2016 7:49 AM 8:02 Chrysler attempted putting record-players in its automobiles; the Beatles recorded the first pop song featuring sitar; Rod Stewart and the Faces played their last show; and John Denver died at age 53 near Monterey, Calif., Today in Music History.

Technology literacy Jay Gabler on where to find Prince in the digital sphere 10/12/2016 8:30 AM 4:51 Jay Gabler on where to find Prince in the digital sphere

Music History and Education Today in Music History: Michael Jackson's 'Don't Stop Till You Get Enough' goes No. 1 10/13/2016 7:41 AM 5:22 Don Everly had to cancel a U.K. tour; Muse took legal action against Celine Dion; Ronald Isley owed back taxes; Ringo Starr finally called a halt to fan mail; and Michael Jackson had his second No. 1 single, Today in Music History.

Local arts and culture Todd Smith on his book "Hockey Strong" 10/13/2016 8:30 AM 6:04 Todd Smith on his book "Hockey Strong"

Local arts and culture Andrea Swensson on Prince tribute show 10/14/2016 9:03 AM 8:01 Andrea Swensson on Prince tribute show

Local arts and culture Stephanie Curtis Movie Maven on The Accountant 10/14/2016 8:34 AM 6:21 Stephanie Curtis Movie Maven on The Accountant

Music History and Education Today in Music History: Happy Birthday to Thomas Dolby 10/14/2016 7:50 AM 5:42 The Everly Brothers had their first No. 1; Michael Jackson had his first solo No. 1 hit; Def Leppard broke sales records; Leonard Bernstein passed away; Eric Clapton got caught speeding; and musician, producer and professor Thomas Dolby was born in London, Today in Music History.

Music History and Education Today in Music History: The Beatles appear on British TV for the first time 10/17/2016 7:50 AM 6:36 The Kinks were finally welcomed to the US; Sid and Nancy was released; and The Beatles appeared on British TV for the first time, Today in Music History.

Local arts and culture Madeleine Baran on In the Dark podcast 10/17/2016 7:00 AM 5:08 Madeleine Baran on In the Dark podcast

Music History and Education Today in Music History: Adele appeared on iconic SNL episode 10/18/2016 7:50 AM 5:06 John Lennon appeared in a film without the other Beatles; Carl Perkins went on tour; Chuck Berry celebrates his birthday; and Adele appeared on SNL, Today in Music History.

Music History and Education Today in Music History: Remembering Peter Tosh 10/19/2016 7:46 AM 3:47 Bowie released 'Pin-Ups'; A-ha became the first Norwegian act to have a No. 1 U.S. single; Noel Gallagher played his first live gig with Oasis; Nirvana hit No. 1 with a live compilation album; Johnny Marr had an academic turn; and Peter Tosh was born, Today in Music History.

Local arts and culture The Current's Rock and Roll Book Club: David Hajdu's 'Love for Sale' 10/19/2016 8:35 AM 4:55 In his new book 'Love for Sale,' acclaimed music writer David Hajdu combines personal stories with historical accounts of the evolution of popular music.

Local arts and culture Amy Klobuchar on "The Senator Next Door" book 10/19/2016 7:30 AM 7:36 Amy Klobuchar on "The Senator Next Door" book

Music History and Education Today in Music History: The Stones go to No. 1 with 'Angie' 10/20/2016 7:47 AM 4:28 Elvis had a hit with a rework of an 1860s folk tune; 'Monster Mash' became a Halloween hit; the Police played their first live gig in America; and the Stones had their first No. 1 hit in the States with 'Angie', Today in Music History.

Local arts and culture Jatin Setia on the Twin Cities Film Festival 10/20/2016 8:30 AM 5:01 Jatin Setia on the Twin Cities Film Festival

Local arts and culture Euan Kerr on American Pastoral 10/21/2016 8:33 AM 4:51 Euan Kerr on American Pastoral

Music History and Education Today in Music History: Remembering Elliott Smith 10/21/2016 7:44 AM 5:39 Lulu hit No. 1 with 'To Sir with Love', which Soul Asylum would cover 30 years later; Mick Jagger became a dad; Chuck Berry hit No. 1 with a novelty song; Green Day's Billie Joe Armstrong got in a little bit of trouble in Milwaukee; and singer-songwriter Elliott Smith was found mortally wounded, Today in Music History.

Music History and Education Today in Music History: Smashing Pumpkins released 'Mellon Collie and the Infinite Sadness' 10/24/2016 7:42 AM 4:44 Michael Jackson hit the charts; James Brown recorded his legendary live album; and Smashing Pumpkins released 'Mellon Collie and the Infinite Sadness', Today in Music History.

Music History and Education Today in Music History: Three female solo acts rocked the top of the Billboards 10/25/2016 7:49 AM 4:38 Rolling Stones made their Ed Sullivan debut; Radiohead opened for Tears for Fears; Richard Lloyd was born; and three female solo acts rocked the top of the Billboards, Today in Music History.

Music History and Education Today in Music History: Happy Birthday, Bootsy Collins 10/26/2016 7:46 AM 4:45 A Berlin concert by Bill Haley and his Comets sparked a riot; The Rolling Stones cut their first demo; the Beatles were awarded MBEs; Ozzy broke his foot; Andy Taylor left Duran Duran; and bassist Bootsy Collins was born in Cincinnati in 1951, Today in Music History.

Local arts and culture Live: Jay Gabler with Rock & Roll Book Club: "Prince: Inside the Music and the Masks," 10/26/2016 8:33 AM 5:48 Live: Jay Gabler with Rock & Roll Book Club: "Prince: Inside the Music and the Masks,"

Music History and Education Today in Music History: Remembering Lou Reed 10/27/2016 7:47 AM 5:34 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.

Local arts and culture R&R: Joan Vorderbruggen of Hennepin Theater Trust 10/27/2016 8:30 AM 5:01 R&R: Joan Vorderbruggen of Hennepin Theater Trust

Music History and Education Today in Music History: Janet Jackson starts a four-week run at No. 1 10/28/2016 7:42 AM 4:48 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.; and Janet Jackson's Minneapolis-produced 'Rhythm Nation 1814' hit No. 1 in the album charts, Today in Music History.

Local arts and culture Movie Maven: The Handmaiden 10/28/2016 8:32 AM 5:18 Movie Maven: The Handmaiden

Music History and Education Today in Music History: Iggy and the Stooges debut at a Halloween party 10/31/2016 7:47 AM 4:49 Billy Idol caused trouble on tour; The Supremes started a four-week run at No. 1, David Bowie read poems on stage; and Iggy and the Stooges played their first live show, Today in Music History.

Music History and Education Today in Music History: Happy Birthday to Anthony Kiedis 11/1/2016 7:43 AM 5:14 The Beatles went to No. 1 for the 13th time; U2 set up a video link; Elvis Presley hit No. 1 for the first time in 7 years, and Anthony Kiedis of Red Hot Chili Peppers was born, Today in Music History.

Music History and Education Today in Music History: Creedence Clearwater Revival released 'Willy and the Poor Boys' 11/2/2016 7:46 AM 2:17 Fats Domino and his bandmates were injured when their concert turned riot; Peter Paul and Mary topped the album charts; Stevie Wonder chalked up his ninth No. 1 single; Taylor Hawkins appeared on a Foo Fighters album for the first time; and Creedence Clearwater Revival released their third studio album, Today in Music History.

Local arts and culture Jay Gabler on Patti Smith's two books 11/2/2016 8:32 AM 5:29 Jay Gabler on Patti Smith's two books

Music History and Education Today in Music History: Happy Birthday, Adam Ant 11/3/2016 7:45 AM 3:39 Sun Records released a hit for Jerry Lee Lewis; the Beatles recorded 'Michelle'; the soundtrack to 'Miami Vice' topped the U.S. charts; Vanilla Ice had the first rap song to top the U.S. singles chart; and Adam Ant was born in London, Today in Music History.

Local arts and culture Jim Walsh on his new book Bar Yarns and Manic Depressive Mix Tapes 11/3/2016 8:30 AM 6:53 Jim Walsh on his new book Bar Yarns and Manic Depressive Mix Tapes

Music History and Education Today in Music History: Prince and the Revolution debut 11/4/2016 7:42 AM 4:40 Jackie Wilson made his singles chart debut; the Beatles played for the Queen; Johnny Nash saw his way clearly to the top of the singles chart; Roxette had another hit in America; and Prince debuted his backing band, The Revolution, Today in Music History.

Local arts and culture Tracy Mumford on Dr. Strange 11/4/2016 8:31 AM 4:17 Tracy Mumford on Dr. Strange

Music History and Education Today in Music History: Joni Mitchell is 73 11/7/2016 7:47 AM 5:51 Saturday Night Fever was released; The Doors were banned; The Beatles played one of only two shows in Ireland; and Joni Mitchell was born, Today in Music History.

Lifestyle Molly Bloom on election news and how to vote 11/7/2016 8:32 AM 7:29 Molly Bloom on election news and how to vote

Lifestyle Tom Weber on the election 11/8/2016 7:32 AM 8:34 Tom Weber on the election

Lifestyle Tom Weber on the election 11/8/2016 8:48 AM 8:30 Tom Weber on the election

Music History and Education Today in Music History: Happy Birthday to Bonnie Raitt 11/8/2016 7:47 AM 5:32 Morrissey stopped a concert; The Beatles worked on a George song; Led Zeppelin released their fourth album, and Bonnie Raitt was born, Today in Music History.

Local arts and culture Jim McGuinn on cast of local musicians' new song 11/8/2016 9:06 AM 3:12 Jim McGuinn on cast of local musicians' new song

Music History and Education Today in Music History: Happy Birthday to Pepa of Salt-n-Pepa 11/9/2016 7:51 AM 3:27 The Everly Brothers recorded their first studio tracks; Brian Epstein saw the Beatles perform for the first time; 'Rolling Stone' magazine made its debut; Winnipeg's Bachman-Turner Overdrive hit No. 1 with 'You Ain't Seen Nothin' Yet'; and Pepa was born, Today in Music History.

Lifestyle Tom Weber on the election 11/9/2016 7:05 AM 10:28 Tom Weber on the election

Local arts and culture Jay Gabler on Bob Dylan lyrics books 11/9/2016 8:32 AM 6:09 Jay Gabler on Bob Dylan lyrics books

Music History and Education Today in Music History: The Clash released their second album 11/10/2016 7:45 AM 3:55 Sam Cooke was injured in a car crash; the Eagles had their final No. 1 single; Billy Idol released 'Rebel Yell'; Bowie had a spot of laryngitis; and Elton John went to the top of the album charts with his double album, 'Goodbye Yellow Brick Road'; and The Clash released their second album, Today in Music History.

Local arts and culture Consul General Khawar Nasim on MN/Manitoba music exchange 11/10/2016 8:30 AM 5:35 Consul General Khawar Nasim on MN/Manitoba music exchange

Music History and Education Today in Music History: Happy Birthday, Marshall Crenshaw 11/11/2016 7:46 AM 3:42 Bill Haley enjoyed his first top-10 single; Elvis played his last gig before a two-year layoff for the army; the Velvet Underground played their first gig; Donna Summer had a hit with a cover tune; Smashing Pumpkins had a hit album; and Marshall Crenshaw was born, Today in Music History.

Local arts and culture Movie Maven on The Arrival 11/11/2016 8:42 AM 7:13 Movie Maven on The Arrival

Music History and Education Today in Music History: Happy Birthday to Joseph "Run" Simmons 11/14/2016 7:47 AM 5:03 The Rolling Stones went acoustic; Blue put out a book; and Run of Run-DMC celebrates a birthday, Today in Music History.

Local arts and culture RT Rybak on "Pothole Confidential" 11/14/2016 7:30 AM 8:13 RT Rybak on "Pothole Confidential"

Music History and Education Today in Music History: Blondie scores a hit with an obscure reggae song 11/15/2016 7:42 AM 4:28 Janis Joplin was arrested; Elvis made a movie; and Blondie had a hit, Today in Music History.

Music History and Education Today in Music History: The Jimi Hendrix Experience went No. 1 with 'Electric Ladyland' 11/16/2016 7:49 AM 4:00 The Jimi Hendrix Experience had a No. 1 album; Rush received their first Gold records; Bono was injured in a bicycle crash; John Lennon enjoyed a No. 1 hit on a track that featured Elton John as a session musician; and 'Electric Ladyland' went to No. 1, Today in Music History.

Local arts and culture Current Blogger Jay Gabler on "Heyday: 35 Years of Music in Minneapolis" 11/16/2016 8:32 AM 6:35 Current Blogger Jay Gabler on "Heyday: 35 Years of Music in Minneapolis"

Music History and Education Today in Music History: Patti Smith wins National Book Award 11/17/2016 7:47 AM 4:02 The Four Seasons had a hit with 'Big Girls Don't Cry'; The Who launched a second tour of North America; The Commodores went to No. 1 with 'Still'; singer-songwriter Jeff Buckley was born in Anaheim, Calif.; and Patti Smith won a National Book Award, Today in Music History.

Locally sourced food and drink Chuck Kanski on Thanksgiving wine 11/17/2016 8:30 AM 3:54 Chuck Kanski on Thanksgiving wine

Music History and Education Today in Music History: Nirvana recorded their MTV Unplugged special 11/18/2016 7:44 AM 2:52 Fats Domino performed on 'The Ed Sullivan Show'; Cat Stevens had a No. 1 album; R.E.M. made their first appearance outside the U.S.; a disguised U2 opened for themselves; the Rolling Stones became the first band to stream a concert on the Internet; and Nirvana recorded their MTV Unplugged set, Today in Music History.

Local arts and culture Movie Maven on Fantastic Beasts 11/18/2016 8:31 AM 6:49 Movie Maven on Fantastic Beasts

Music History and Education Today in Music History: Happy birthday to Bjork 11/21/2016 7:45 AM 5:01 Billy Idol had a hit with a cover; The Stone Roses released a song after five years; Ray Charles had four hits at the same time; and Bjork was born, Today in Music History.

Music History and Education Today in Music History: Pearl Jam released 'Vitalogy' 11/22/2016 7:43 AM 3:21 Simon and Garfunkel were on TV; Jesus and Mary Chain were arrested; Karen O celebrates a birthday; and Pearl Jam released 'Vitalogy', Today in Music History.

Lifestyle Second Harvest Heartland on how to donate time and money during the holidays 11/22/2016 7:30 AM 4:40 Second Harvest Heartland on how to donate time and money during the holidays

Music History and Education Today in Music History: Robert Johnson's first recording session 11/23/2016 7:47 AM 4:39 The first jukebox was installed; Elvis Presley got punched; Billy Swan had a one-hit wonder; Rush performed in Rip; Bono and The Edge surprised the audience at a charity gig; and blues legend Robert Johnson began his first recording session, Today in Music History.

Local arts and culture Jay Gabler on The Current's Rock and Roll Book Club: Jenna Miles's 'Beginner's Guide to Vinyl' and Record Store Day 11/23/2016 8:31 AM 7:41 Jay Gabler on The Current's Rock and Roll Book Club: Jenna Miles's 'Beginner's Guide to Vinyl' and Record Store Day

Music History and Education Today in Music History: Happy Birthday to Berry Gordy, founder of Motown 11/28/2016 7:45 AM 3:50 Elvis scored his third No.1 hit; Nirvana rallied against lip-syncing; R.E.M had their first top 10 hit with "The One I Love"; and Berry Gordy was born, Today in Music History.

Music History and Education Today in Music History: Remembering George Harrison 11/29/2016 7:43 AM 5:20 Tiny Tim died on stage in Minneapolis; Oasis singer Liam Gallagher was thought to be missing; John and Yoko's double album was released; and George Harrison passed away, Today in Music History.

Music History and Education Today in music history: Remembering Dick Clark on his birthday 11/30/2016 7:46 AM 5:26 Simon & Garfunkel hosted their first TV special; Sly and the Family Stone were at No. 1 with 'Family Affair'; a block in NYC was renamed Joey Ramone Place; and Dick Clark, host of American Bandstand and creator of the American Music Awards was born.

Local arts and culture Darlene Love on Christmas, music, and joy 11/30/2016 7:30 AM 7:09 Music legend Darlene Love talked with Brian Oake and Jill Riley as she prepared for a very special holiday show at the Ordway Center for the Performing Arts.

Local arts and culture The Current's Rock and Roll Book Club: David Bowie's 'Lazarus' script 11/30/2016 8:29 AM 4:51 The script to David Bowie's musical 'Lazarus' has now been published in book form, and it's an essential aid to understanding the music icon's life and work in the last years of his life.

Music History and Education Today in music history: Kentucky teacher is fired for playing Pink Floyd's "The Wall" 12/1/2016 7:44 AM 5:04 The Teddy Bears, The Carpenters and Whitney Houston had No. 1 hits; Neil Young was sued for having "not commercial enough music"; 'Ice Ice Baby' was at the top of the U.K. Singles Chart; and a Kentucky teacher lost her appeal in the U.S. Supreme Court over getting fired for showing Pink Floyd's film 'The Wall' to her class, Today in Music History.

Local arts and culture Nora McInerny on new podcast Terrible, Thanks for Asking 12/1/2016 8:30 AM 4:45 Nora McInerny on new podcast Terrible, Thanks for Asking

Music History and Education Today in music history: Remembering singer Valerie Jones 12/2/2016 7:46 AM 4:54 Collaborations from Neil Diamond and Barbra Streisand, and Maria Carey and Boyz II Men were at No. 1 on the U.S. singles chart; Cindy Birdsong of the Supremes was kidnapped at knifepoint; the Smashing Pumpkins played their final concert; and Valerie Jones passed away, Today in Music History.

Local arts and culture Movie Maven Stephanie Curtis on Moana 12/2/2016 8:32 AM 5:59 Movie Maven Stephanie Curtis on Moana

Music History and Education Today in Music History: Happy Birthday, Peter Buck 12/6/2016 7:43 AM 4:14 R.E.M.'s Peter Buck was born, Led Zeppelin had their first hit in the US, and Sid Vicious lived up to his name.

Music History and Education Today in Music History: 'Kung Fu Fighting' went No. 1 12/7/2016 7:47 AM 5:14 Carl Douglas was at the top of the U.S. singles chart with 'Kung Fu Fighting'; John Lennon's MBE medal he returned to the Queen was found; and Otis Redding went into the studio to record '(Sittin' On) The Dock Of The Bay'.

Local arts and culture The Current's Rock and Roll Book Club: Darryl 'DMC' McDaniels 12/7/2016 8:34 AM 6:03 Jay Gabler: The Current's Rock and Roll Book Club: Darryl 'DMC' McDaniels

Local arts and culture Mac Wilson on 2017 Grammy nominations 12/7/2016 7:31 AM 7:49 Mac Wilson on 2017 Grammy nominations

Music History and Education Today in Music History: Remembering John Lennon 12/8/2016 7:49 AM 4:43 John Lennon passed away, Frank Sinatra Jr. was kidnapped, Styx went No. 1 with "Babe", and Graham Nash left The Hollies and started work with Crosby Stills and Nash.

Lifestyle Tina Rexing from T-Rex Cookie on holiday baking 12/8/2016 8:30 AM 4:55 Tina Rexing from T-Rex Cookie on holiday baking

Music History and Education Today in Music History: Happy Birthday, Neil James Innes 12/9/2016 7:45 AM 5:29 Neil James Innes was born, Billy Joel went No. 1 with "We Didn't Start The Fire", Darren Robinson died of a heart attack, and Chic went No. 1 with "Le Freak".

Local arts and culture Movie Mister on Office Christmas Party 12/9/2016 8:31 AM 5:39 Movie Mister on Office Christmas Party

Music History and Education Today in Music History: Dave Grohl and Krist Novoselic sue Courtney Love 12/12/2016 7:46 AM 3:50 Today in Music History: Nirvana bandmates and Courtney Love go toe to toe, The Doors played their last show with Jim Morrison, The Rolling Stones started working with Ronnie Wood and Devo hit gold.

Music History and Education Today in Music History: Bowie Releases 'Golden Years' 12/13/2016 7:49 AM 3:36 Today in Music History: Bob Dylan was on the cover of Rolling Stone, Phil Collins was on Miami Vice, and Bowie released "Golden Years".

Local arts and culture Bob Dylan contest winners 12/13/2016 7:35 AM 5:47 Bob Dylan contest winners

Music History and Education Today in Music History: Remembering Dinah Washington 12/14/2016 7:46 AM 3:32 Today in Music History: Marvin Gaye scored his first U.S. No. 1 single when 'I Heard It Through The Grapevine', The Jackson Five made their first network television appearance in the U.S. when they appeared on The Ed Sullivan Show, and American blues and jazz singer Dinah Washington died at age 39.

Local arts and culture Jay Gabler on The History of Rock and Roll vol. 1 12/14/2016 8:32 AM 5:16 Jay Gabler on The History of Rock and Roll vol. 1

Music History and Education Today in Music History: John Lennon played his final gig in the U.K. 12/15/2016 7:44 AM 4:05 Today in Music History: John Lennon played his final gig in the U.K., Fats Waller died of pneumonia, The Beatles' Magical Mystery Tour went Gold, Pink Floyd's 'Another Brick In The Wall' made it to No. 1 and Elvis Presley gave his final performance on 'Louisiana Hayride'.

Local arts and culture John Moe on the new podcast Hilarious World of Depression 12/15/2016 8:39 AM 5:54 John Moe on the new podcast Hilarious World of Depression

Music History and Education Today in Music History: Remembering Sylvester James 12/16/2016 7:44 AM 6:44 Today in Music History: Sylvester James passed away, The Jimi Hendrix Experience released their first single, Mick Taylor revealed that he was departing The Rolling Stones, Mott The Hoople called it quits and MTV aired Nirvana's "Unplugged" session for the first time.

Local arts and culture Mayor Chris Coleman on The Palace theater 12/16/2016 8:13 AM 9:11 Mayor Chris Coleman on The Palace theater

Local arts and culture Mayor Emily Larson on Duluth, TC Business Mag, and Holiday lights 12/16/2016 8:05 AM 7:03 Mayor Emily Larson on Duluth, TC Business Mag, and Holiday lights

Local arts and culture Movie Maven Stephanie Curtis on Rogue One: A Star Wars Story 12/16/2016 8:33 AM 7:44 Movie Maven Stephanie Curtis on Rogue One: A Star Wars Story

Music History and Education Today in Music History: Carl Perkins records "Blue Suede Shoes" 12/19/2016 7:42 AM 4:43 Today in Music History: Paul Simon hosted SNL, The Rolling Stones aired their show live, and Carl Perkins wrote about his shoes.

Local arts and culture John Munson on Semisonic added show and announcement 12/19/2016 9:05 AM 7:06 John Munson on Semisonic added show and announcement

Music History and Education Today in Music History: Happy Birthday, Mike Watt 12/20/2016 7:46 AM 4:08 Today in Music History: Mike Watt was born, Elvis was drafted, the Rolling Stones released one of their best albums, and The Hollies released a song about their brother.

Local arts and culture Jay Gabler on OMG Posters, by local author 12/21/2016 8:31 AM 6:47 Jay Gabler on OMG Posters, by local author

Music History and Education Today in Music History: The Supremes appear on TV with Diana Ross for the last time 12/21/2016 7:46 AM 4:25 Today in Music History: The Supremes made their last TV appearance together with Diana Ross, Lionel Richie started a four-week run at No. 1 with 'Say You, Say Me', Elton John and David Furnish formally converted their civil partnership to a marriage, and Frank Zappa was born.

Music History and Education Today in Music History: "Like A Virgin" hits No. 1 12/22/2016 7:45 AM 5:05 Today in Music History: Madonna went No. 1 with "Like A Virgin", one-time Faces drummer Kenney Jones became the permanent replacement for the recently deceased Keith Moon in The Who, and Joe Cocker died of lung cancer at age 70.

Local arts and culture Rock & Roll Lifestyle: TV/book recs from Tracy Mumford and Jeff Kamin 12/22/2016 8:36 AM 6:07 MPR News Producer Tracy Mumford and Books and Bars Host Jeff Kamin stopped by Oake & Riley in the Morning to share their top recommendations for watching and reading over the holiday. Whether you want to sit down with the family or avoid the heck out of them, we've got you covered.

Local arts and culture Movie Maven on "Sing" 12/23/2016 8:30 AM 5:53 Movie Maven on "Sing"

Music History and Education Today in Music History: Cat Stevens became Yusuf Islam 12/23/2016 7:43 AM 5:08 Today in Music History: Cat Stevens formally changed his name to Yusuf Islam, Beach Boy Brian Wilson had a nervous breakdown, Phil Collins went No. 1 with 'Another Day In Paradise', and Eddie Vedder was born.

Music History and Education Today in Music History: Faces split up for good 12/27/2016 7:44 AM 3:06 Today in Music History: the Faces called it quits, The Supremes had their 12th No. 1 hit, Morrissey wrote a music review, and The Animals played their first radio broadcast.

Music History and Education Today in Music History: Remembering Lemmy 12/28/2016 7:47 AM 3:10 Today in Music History: Lemmy passed away at the age of 70, George Harrison was at No. 1 with 'My Sweet Lord', The Beatles went No. 1 with 'The White Album', Dennis Wilson of The Beach Boys passed away, and Rolling Stone magazine voted 'Some Girls' by The Rolling Stones Album of the Year.

Local arts and culture The Current's Rock and Roll Book Club: Johnny Cash's 'Forever Words' 12/28/2016 8:31 AM 5:49 A new book of poems by Johnny Cash shows just how deep the themes of the Man in Black's lyrics ran.

Music History and Education Today in Music History: Bob Marley stamps issued in Jamaica 12/29/2016 7:46 AM 3:22 Today in Music History: Sets of commemorative stamps in memory of Bob Marley were issued in Jamaica, Jim Croce scored his second No. 1 U.S. single of the year when "Time In A Bottle" went to the top of the charts, Madonna was at No. 1 on the U.S. singles chart with "Like A Virgin".

Local arts and culture Lizz Winstead on her annual Controvery year-in-review show 12/29/2016 8:35 AM 5:15 Lizz Winstead on her annual Controvery year-in-review show

Local arts and culture Movie Mister on Fences 12/30/2016 8:33 AM 7:22 Movie Mister on Fences

Music History and Education Today in Music History: Dylan recorded two 'Blood on the Tracks' songs in MPLS 12/30/2016 7:45 AM 3:07 Today in Music History: Bob Dylan recorded two songs for his 'Blood on the Tracks' album at Studio 80 in Minneapolis, "Hello, Goodbye" by The Beatles was the No. 1 single in the country; Emerson, Lake & Palmer broke up; today is the birthday of not one, but two of The Monkees.

Quarterly Programming Report The Current KCMP/KMSE July 1 – September 30, 2016Category (Issue Addressed) Title Date Aired Time Aired Duration DescriptionLocal music coverage The Local Show 8/14/2013 6:00 PM 0:02:00 The Local Show provides a deeper look into music made, played, and enjoyed in Minnesota. Host Andrea Swensson dives into local music, both past and present.

Music history and education Today in Music History: The Band release 'Music from Big Pink' 7/1/2016 7:44 AM 0:03:56 Today in Music History: The Band release 'Music from Big Pink'

Local arts and culture Tom Weber on Summer Music Series 7/1/2016 8:47 AM 0:07:08 Tom Weber on Summer Music Series

Local arts and culture Movie Mister Euan Kerr on Swiss Army Man 7/1/2016 8:30 AM 0:05:08 Movie Mister Euan Kerr on Swiss Army Man

Music history and education Today in Music History: Björk released her first solo album 7/5/2016 7:43 AM 0:05:06 Janet Jackson was at No. 1; Cub Koda passed away; Johnny Cash made his last ever live performance; Huey Lewis and Marc Cohn was born, and Björk released her first solo album, Today in Music History.

Music history and education Coffee Break: British invasion 7/6/2016 7:47 AM 0:04:20 Gov. Mark Dayton has declared July 5 Adele Day in the State of Minnesota, and Adele will perform her second concert tonight at the Xcel Energy Center. In honor of Adele's Minnesota invasion, let's listen to British bands throughout the ages for today's 9:30 Coffee Break.

Technology literacy John Moe on James Brown interview and JK Rowling American houses 7/6/2016 7:30 AM 0:05:47 John Moe on James Brown interview and JK Rowling American houses

Lifestyle Violent Femmes perform in The Current Studio 7/6/2016 5:00 PM 0:22:03 Violent Femmes stopped by The Current to perform live in-studio and to chat with host Mary Lucia between their two gigs at First Avenue.

Music history and education Today in Music History: Remembering Syd Barrett 7/7/2016 7:42 AM 0:04:48 The Stripper' is a No. 1 hit; Led Zeppelin formed; Springsteen went to No. 1 in the album charts with 'Born in the USA'; Prince had his first No. 1 single; and Syd Barrett died, Today in Music History.

Locally sourced food and drink Chuck Kanski of Solo Vino on rose wines for the summer 7/7/2016 8:30 AM 0:05:19 Chuck Kanski of Solo Vino on rose wines for the summer

Music history and education Today in Music History: Go-Go's released 'Beauty and the Beat' 7/8/2016 7:46 AM 0:05:03 Elvis Presley's 'That's All Right' got a debut spin on a Memphis radio station; the RIAA issued its first Gold Record; Bill Withers had a No. 1 hit with 'Lean on Me'; and the Go-Go's released 'Beauty and the Beat', Today in Music History.

Local arts and culture Movie Maven on The Secret Life of Pets 7/8/2016 8:30 AM 0:07:01 Movie Maven on The Secret Life of Pets

Local music coverage Frankie Lee performs in The Current Studio 7/9/2016 12:30 PM 0:24:37 Ahead of his 'American Dreamer' release show at the Turf Club, Frankie Lee and company stopped by The Current to perform live in-studio and to chat with host Bill DeVille.

Local music coverage The Local Show 7/10/2016 6:00 PM 0:02:00 The Local Show provides a deeper look into music made, played, and enjoyed in Minnesota. Host Andrea Swensson dives into local music, both past and present.

Lifestyle Theft of the Dial: Shirley Manson 7/11/2016 7:30 AM 0:50:37 Garbage are currently on tour in support of their new album, Strange Little Birds. Ahead of their show at the Skyway Theatre, lead singer Shirley Manson stopped by The Current to chat with Brian Oake and Jill Riley, and also to take over our airwaves with a Theft of the Dial.

Music history and education Today in Music History: Zager and Evans' 'In The Year 2525' hit No. 1 7/12/2016 7:43 AM 0:04:55 Rolling Stones made their live debut, a Limp Bizkit got arrested in St. Paul, Soul Asylum's Dan Murphy is 54 and Zager and Evans' "In The Year 2525" hit No. 1, Today in Music History.

Locally sourced food and drink Rob of Chris and Rob's chicago taste authority stopped by for National Hot Dog Day Week 7/12/2016 8:05 AM 0:07:12 Rob of Chris and Rob's chicago taste authority stopped by for National Hot Dog Day Week

Music history and education Today in Music History: 50 record retailers listened to 'Bad' at Michael Jackson's home 7/13/2016 7:44 AM 0:05:25 The Stones played their first gig outside London; the first disco single hit No. 1; Duran Duran had a hit based on a James Bond theme; Michael Jackson shared a preview of 'Bad'; Rod Stewart was awarded a CBE; and 50 record retailers listened to 'Bad' at Michael Jackson's home, Today in Music History.

Technology literacy John Moe on Pokemon Go 7/13/2016 7:30 AM 0:05:01 John Moe on Pokemon Go

Music history and education Today in Music History: The Dead Weather released 'Horehound' 7/14/2016 7:46 AM 0:04:25 Bobby Vinton had a No. 1 hit with a floral-themed song; the Everly Brothers had a sibling spat; Donna Summer had her third No. 1 single; Pink Floyd's 'The Wall' had its London premiere; and The Dead Weather released Horehound, Today in Music History.

Local arts and culture John Munson and Matt Wilson of Twilight Hours co-hosting with Jill and Brian (for an hour starting at 8:30) 7/14/2016 9:09 AM 0:07:27 John Munson and Matt Wilson of Twilight Hours co-hosting with Jill and Brian (for an hour starting at 8:30)

Music history and education Today in Music History: Prince gives away 'Planet Earth' in U.K. 7/15/2016 7:42 AM 0:06:26 John Lennon suffered a tragic loss; Elton John got his first No. 1 album in the U.S.; Ray Davies temporarily resigned from the Kinks; Ian Curtis of Joy Division was born in Greater Manchester; and Prince gave free albums to U.K. tabloid subscribers, Today in Music History.

Local arts and culture Moon Unit Zappa on "Eat that Question", new Frank Zappa doc 7/15/2016 8:30 AM 0:06:59 Moon Unit Zappa on "Eat that Question", new Frank Zappa doc

Local arts and culture Movie review of Ghostbusters 7/15/2016 6:49 AM 0:05:07 Movie review of Ghostbusters

Local music coverage The Local Show 7/17/2016 6:00 PM 0:02:00 The Local Show provides a deeper look into music made, played, and enjoyed in Minnesota. Host Andrea Swensson dives into local music, both past and present.

Music history and education Today in Music History: Remembering Nico 7/18/2016 7:48 AM 0:03:16 Sly and The Family Stone got into trouble with the law; John Lennon was ordered to leave the country; The Beatles record "Helter Skelter"; and Nico passed away, Today in Music History.

Lifestyle Car Seat Headrest perform in The Current Studio 7/18/2016 7:00 PM 0:24:42 Will Toledo, frontman and visionary behind Car Seat Headrest, is introducing the world to Car Seat Headrest, the band. 'This is no longer a solo project,' he says. In town to play a sold-out show at the Triple Rock Social Club, Car Seat Headrest visited The Current's studio, where they played songs off their debut album, as well as a web-exclusive cover of David Bowie's 'Blackstar.'

Music history and education Today in Music History: Joan Jett gives Mike Tyson his luck 7/19/2016 7:44 AM 0:05:27 Frank Sinatra got hitched to Mia Farrow; James Brown was in trouble with the law; a Texas town declared it Roy Orbison Day; and Joan Jett gives Mike Tyson his luck, Today in Music History.

Music history and education Today in Music History: EMF went No. 1 with "Unbelievable" 7/20/2016 7:46 AM 0:02:55 The very first Billboard chart was published; Jan and Dean had a hit with help from Brian Wilson; Iron Butterfly released an album that featured a 17-minute track; Buzzcocks made their live debut; and EMF went No. 1 with "Unbelievable", Today in Music History.

Technology literacy John Moe on computerized fan fiction and the Faroe Islands 7/20/2016 7:30 AM 0:04:58 John Moe on computerized fan fiction and the Faroe Islands

Music history and education Today in Music History: The Beatles 'came together' to work on a new song 7/21/2016 7:57 AM 0:02:09 Jim Croce had a hit about a fictitious 'bad, bad' character; Guns N' Roses released their successful debut album; Oasis played their first U.S. show; and Carole King earned a Gold Record for 'Tapestry' and The Beatles came together to work on a new song, Today in Music History.

Local arts and culture Duluth local show host Mike Novitski on The Current Goes to Duluth 7/21/2016 8:51 AM 0:08:15 Duluth local show host Mike Novitski on The Current Goes to Duluth

Local arts and culture Zack Filipovich, City Council President 7/22/2016 6:45 AM 0:05:00 Zack Filipovich, City Council President

Local arts and culture Murder of Crows 7/22/2016 7:15 AM 0:10:00 Murder of Crows

Local arts and culture Jacquie Berglund, Finnigans, reverse food truck, Million Dollar Drive 7/22/2016 7:40 AM 0:05:00 Jacquie Berglund, Finnigans, reverse food truck, Million Dollar Drive

Local arts and culture New Belgium head brewer Lauren Salazar 7/22/2016 8:30 AM 0:05:00 New Belgium head brewer Lauren Salazar

Local arts and culture Bob Monahan - Red Herring, Super Big Block Party 7/22/2016 8:50 AM 0:05:00 Bob Monahan - Red Herring, Super Big Block Party

Local arts and culture Charlie Parr 7/22/2016 9:15 AM 0:10:00 Charlie Parr

Local music coverage The Local Show: Minneapolis Sound 7/24/2016 6:00 PM 2:00:00 We're diving deep into the origins of the "Minneapolis Sound." That is a phrase that we throw around a lot here in the Twin Cities. But what does it mean? Do you know it when you hear it? If you don't, you will by the end of this two hour Minneapolis Sound edition of The Local Show hosted by Andrea Swensson.

Local music coverage The Local Show 7/24/2016 6:00 PM 0:02:00 The Local Show provides a deeper look into music made, played, and enjoyed in Minnesota. Host Andrea Swensson dives into local music, both past and present.

Music history and education Today in Music History: Neil Young joins Crosby, Stills and Nash 7/25/2016 7:43 AM 0:04:10 Bob Dylan disappointed fans by plugging in; The Beatles recorded the first take of a George Harrison tune; and Neil Young joins Crosby, Stills and Nash, Today in Music History.

Lifestyle Mitski on lyrical undertones, metaphors, and 'Puberty 2' 7/25/2016 10:30 PM 12:07 AM Before her show in First Avenue's 7th St. Entry, Mitski stopped by The Current to chat with New Hot host David Safar about her new albumPuberty 2.

Music history and education Today in Music History: Remembering Mary Wells 7/26/2016 7:43 AM 0:03:44 Jimi Hendrix played for his hometown for the last time; The Jackson 5 got signed; Mick Jagger was born; and Mary Wells passed away, Today in Music History.

Music history and education Today in Music History: Remembering Karl Mueller 7/27/2016 7:44 AM 0:03:04 Esso petroleum warned drivers that rock music might mean a heavier foot on the accelerator; Cass Elliot released her first solo single; John Denver got his second No. 1 hit; 'Men in Black' soundtrack was a bestseller; and the late Soul Asylum bassist Karl Mueller was born Today in Music History.

Technology literacy John Moe on digital poetry 7/27/2016 7:30 AM 0:06:19 John Moe on digital poetry

Music history and education Today in Music History: Jerry Lee Lewis made his TV debut on The Steve Allen Show 7/28/2016 7:46 AM 0:03:47 Elvis Presley's first interview appeared in print; Moscow teens were pilfering pay-phone parts to make their own electric guitars; Mick Jagger made his acting debut; Natalie Merchant sang her last gig with 10,000 Maniacs; and Jerry Lee Lewis made his TV debut on The Steve Allen Show, Today in Music History.

Local arts and culture Marianne Combs recommends Guthrie Theater's "Disgraced", History Theatre's "Glensheen" and The Jungle Theater's "LeSwitch". 7/28/2016 8:30 AM 0:03:57 Marianne Combs recommends Guthrie Theater's "Disgraced", History Theatre's "Glensheen" and The Jungle Theater's "LeSwitch".

Local music coverage Rogue Valley perform in The Current Studio 7/28/2016 3:30 PM 0:18:30 Ahead of the release show for their latest album, 'radiate/dissolve,' Rogue Valley stopped in to the studio to play some songs and to chat with Mary Lucia. Although 'radiate/dissolve' was three years in the making, it was nurtured during the band's time on the road. 'This record is informed by touring, by location, by where we've been,' keyboardist Linnea Mohn says.

Local arts and culture Euan Kerr on Jason Bourne 7/29/2016 8:33 AM 0:07:06 Euan Kerr on Jason Bourne

Music history and education Today in Music History: Remembering Cass Elliot 7/29/2016 7:44 AM 0:05:56 Bob Dylan was injured in a motorbike accident; the Doors lit the singles chart on fire; Gilbert O'Sullivan was alone at the top of the charts; Michigan declared it Four Tops Day; and Cass Elliot passed away, Today in Music History.

Lifestyle The Staves perform in The Forum at The Current 7/31/2016 11:00 AM 0:32:13 Sisters Emily, Camilla and Jessica Staveley-Taylor may be from Watford, England, but they spent enough time in the Upper Midwest to nearly be considered local. Between performing at the Winnipeg Folk Festival and recording at Justin Vernon's April Base Studio in western Wisconsin, the Staves stopped in to the Forum at MPR for a performance before a live audience, hosted by Bill DeVille.

Local music coverage The Local Show 7/31/2016 6:00 PM 0:02:00 The Local Show provides a deeper look into music made, played, and enjoyed in Minnesota. Host Andrea Swensson dives into local music, both past and present.

Music history and education Today in Music History: MTV goes live 8/1/2016 7:43 AM 0:03:53 Beatles Monthly became a thing; Sonny and Cher got a show; the harmonica makes a comeback; and MTV launched, Today in Music History.

Music history and education Today in Music History: Aretha Franklin Makes Her TV Debut 8/2/2016 7:42 AM 0:03:06 Bob Dylan got into a fight at his reunion; Fela Kuti passed away; and Aretha Franklin made her television debut, Today in Music History.

Lifestyle Esme Patterson performs in The Current Studio 8/2/2016 3:00 PM 0:16:41 I've known my whole life that I'm alive to make music,' Esme Patterson says. 'I want to keep writing songs and playing them for people.' After playing a lively show at the 7th Street Entry in Minneapolis on Monday night, Patterson and her band stopped in to The Current studio for a session hosted by Mary Lucia.

Music history and education Today in Music History: The Beach Boys released 'Surfer Girl' 8/3/2016 7:45 AM 0:04:50 Macca announced the formation of Wings; Tears for Fears had something to shout about; Def Leppard released 'Hysteria'; singer and all-around good guy Tony Bennett has a birthday; Bob Dylan returned to Newport Folk Festival after a 37-year absence; and The Beach Boys released 'Surfer Girl', Today in Music History.

Technology literacy John Moe on instagram safety and MTV's 35th anniversary 8/3/2016 7:30 AM 0:05:02 John Moe on instagram safety and MTV's 35th anniversary

Music history and education Today in Music History: Pink Floyd released 'The Piper at the Gates of Dawn' 8/4/2016 7:40 AM 0:05:40 Billboard introduced the Hot 100 singles chart; a Monkees fan stowed away with the band from Minneapolis to St. Louis; Prince topped the album charts with 'Purple Rain'; The Rolling Stones released a long-titled single; and Pink Floyd released their debut album, Today in Music History.

Local arts and culture Jeff Larson on the MN Fringe Festival 8/4/2016 8:30 AM 0:04:42 Jeff Larson on the MN Fringe Festival

Local music coverage The Local Show 8/7/2016 6:00 PM 0:02:00 The Local Show provides a deeper look into music made, played, and enjoyed in Minnesota. Host Andrea Swensson dives into local music, both past and present.

Music history and education Today in Music History: 'Ringo for President' was released 8/8/2016 7:56 AM 0:02:02 Hank Williams, Jr. was in a life changing accident, Jerry Lee Lewis was asked to leave the stage, and "Ringo for President" was released, Today in Music History.

Local arts and culture Kyle Craft performs in The Current studio 8/8/2016 7:30 AM 0:16:47 Born and raised in Shreveport, La., singer-songwriter Kyle Craft now lives in Portland, Ore., where his music career began in earnest. 'A lot of things had ended, and I guess I needed a new start,' he says of his move to Portland. That new start resulted in Craft's debut album, 'Dolls of Highland,' and a subsequent tour that brings him to the Turf Club as well as to the studio at The Current for a session hosted by Brian Oake.

Lifestyle Corinne Bailey Rae performs in The Current Studio 8/8/2016 3:30 PM 0:24:57 Following a gig at First Avenue, Corinne Bailey Rae and her band stopped by The Current to perform live in-studio and to chat with host Mary Lucia.

Music history and education Today in Music History: Remembering Jerry Garcia 8/9/2016 7:46 AM 0:03:57 A Rolling Stone crowd got rowdy; Bob Dylan and Joan Vaez shared the stage for the first time; Queen played their last show with Freddie Mercury; and Jerry Garcia passed away, Today in Music History.

Music history and education Today in Music History: Remembering Isaac Hayes 8/10/2016 7:48 AM 0:04:23 A 13-year-old Stevie Wonder started a three-week run at the top of the charts; John Denver was at the top of the album charts; Brian Adams had his first U.S. No. 1 album; Simon Le Bon of Duran Duran was plucked from the ocean; and the great Isaac Hayes entered the pantheon of music legends, Today in Music History.

Music history and education Today in Music History: Ben Gibbard of Death Cab for Cutie is 40 8/11/2016 6:46 AM 0:06:08 Neil Sedaka had a poppy hit at the top of the charts; the Knack had the knack for album sales; Led Zeppelin played their final U.K. show; Bruce Springsteen topped the album charts in the U.S. and Britain; Ray Parker Jr. had a No. 1 single with the theme from a popular film; and Ben Gibbard of Death Cab for Cutie is 40, Today in Music History.

Local arts and culture Tracy Mumford on movies shot in Minnesota 8/11/2016 8:30 AM 0:04:55 Tracy Mumford on movies shot in Minnesota

Music history and education Today in Music History: Janis Joplin performed her final concert 8/12/2016 7:56 AM 0:02:34 Fleetwood Mac made their stage debut; Led Zeppelin held their first rehearsal; Lionel Richie electrified a global television audience; the Beatles' film, 'A Hard Day's Night,' opened in U.S. theaters; and Janis Joplin played her last concert, Today in Music History.

Local arts and culture Movie Mr. on Sausage Party 8/12/2016 8:33 AM 0:07:51 Movie Mr. on Sausage Party

Music history and education George Harrison Releases His Autobiography 8/15/2016 7:43 AM 0:02:39 Paul Simon played for a huge crowd; Elvis Presley went to No. 1; and George Harrison wrote a book, Today in Music History.

Music history and education Today in Music History: Remembering Elvis Presley 8/16/2016 7:42 AM 0:05:12 The Monkees released their first single; Peter Gabriel split with Genesis; and Elvis Presley passed away, Today in Music History.

Music history and education Today in Music History: Jay Bennett departs Wilco 8/17/2016 7:45 AM 0:06:00 Elvis released his first No. 1 hit; Beatle-style haircuts allegedly wreaked havoc on Glasgow pool-filtration systems; the Woodstock festival concluded; Nirvana shot the video for 'Smells Like Teen Spirit'; and the late guitarist/keyboardist Jay Bennett parted ways with Wilco, Today in Music History.

Music history and education Today in Music History: Chic went No. 1 with 'Good Times' 8/18/2016 7:45 AM 0:03:25 Mick Jagger got hurt making a film; Diana Ross had her second No. 1 single; the Police made their live debut; Kanye made an impassioned anti-discrimination speech; the Beatles' classic lineup made its debut; and Chic went No. 1, Today in Music History.

Local arts and culture Lizzie Gardner from the Brave New Workshop on improv classes 8/18/2016 8:30 AM 0:06:06 Lizzie Gardner from the Brave New Workshop on improv classes

Music history and education Today in Music History: Thin Lizzy's Phil Lynott honored in bronze 8/19/2016 7:43 AM 0:04:09 The Beatles hit No. 1 with 'All You Need is Love'; Lauryn Hill won New Artist of the Year at the Source Hip Hop Music Awards; and a statue was unveiled to honor Thin Lizzy's Phil Lynott, Today in Music History.

Local arts and culture Euan Kerr on War Dogs 8/19/2016 8:35 AM 0:07:12 Euan Kerr on War Dogs

Lifestyle Jeff Tweedy talks with The Current ahead of Hall's Island Show 8/20/2016 6:00 PM 0:08:48 Ahead of Wilco's set at Historic Hall's Island, Jeff Tweedy joined Brian Oake and Jill Riley in The Current's broadcast trailer for a chat.

Local music coverage The Local Show 8/21/2016 6:00 PM 0:02:00 The Local Show provides a deeper look into music made, played, and enjoyed in Minnesota. Host Andrea Swensson dives into local music, both past and present.

Music history and education Today in Music History: Remembering John Lee Hooker on his birthday 8/22/2016 7:49 AM 0:02:05 Elvis Presley started his first film; Led Zeppelin created water activated album cover art; and John Lee Hooker was born, Today in Music History.

Local arts and culture Mark Wheat on State Fair music 8/22/2016 9:05 AM 0:04:55 Mark Wheat on State Fair music

Music history and education Today in Music History: Lou Reed and the Velvet Underground part ways 8/23/2016 7:45 AM 0:04:52 Johnny Cash was topping the charts; David Bowie put out Scary Monsters (And Super Creeps); and Lou Reed and the Velvet Underground parted ways, Today in Music History.

Music history and education Today in Music History: Huey Lewis and the News hit No. 1 8/24/2016 7:47 AM 0:04:35 Stevie Wonder topped the charts as a 12-year-old; the Doors started recording their first album; Liam Gallagher failed to show up for an MTV Unplugged session in London; and Huey Lewis and the News had a major hit with 'The Power of Love', Today in Music History.

Music history and education Today in Music History: Happy Birthday, Jeff Tweedy 8/25/2016 7:46 AM 0:04:01 Former babysitter Little Eva went to No. 1 with 'The Loco-motion'; Bobbie Gentry had a hit with 'Ode to Billy Joe'; Elton John played his first gig in the U.S.; the Knack had their one and only hit; Paul Simon released 'Graceland'; and Wilco frontman Jeff Tweedy was born in Belleville, Ill., Today in Music History.

Local arts and culture Brienna Scheutte on new items and happenings at the State Fair 8/25/2016 8:30 AM 0:06:46 Brienna Scheutte on new items and happenings at the State Fair

Local music coverage Reina del Cid Live from the Minnesota State Fair 8/25/2016 4:30 PM 0:20:49 The great Minnesota Get-Together has come and gone, but the performances live on. Watch archived video of the ten sessions we hosted at the MPR booth.

Music history and education Today in Music History: Happy Birthday Shirley Manson 8/26/2016 7:48 AM 0:04:11 Frankie Valli had a No. 1 hit with 'Grease'; Ottawa declared it 'Paul Anka Day'; Sonny Bono entered politics officially; Blur had their first U.K. No. 1 single; Seal scored a great hit with the help of Batman; and Shirley Manson was born, Today in Music History.

Local arts and culture Euan Kerr on Miss Sharon Jones documentary 8/26/2016 8:32 AM 0:05:36 Euan Kerr on Miss Sharon Jones documentary

Local music coverage Chris Thile Live from the Minnesota State Fair 8/26/2016 4:30 PM 0:33:23 The great Minnesota Get-Together has come and gone, but the performances live on. Watch archived video of the ten sessions we hosted at the MPR booth.

Local music coverage Fraea Live from the Minnesota State Fair 8/27/2016 4:30 PM 0:14:05 The great Minnesota Get-Together has come and gone, but the performances live on. Watch archived video of the ten sessions we hosted at the MPR booth.

Music history and education Today in Music History: Remembering Michael Jackson on his birthday 8/28/2016 7:44 AM 0:03:51 Fats Domino was rescued from the flood; The Kinks released "Lola"; and Michael Jackson was born, Today in Music History.

Local music coverage The Local Show 8/28/2016 6:00 PM 0:02:00 The Local Show provides a deeper look into music made, played, and enjoyed in Minnesota. Host Andrea Swensson dives into local music, both past and present.

Music history and education Today in Music History: KC and the Sunshine Band "get down" 8/29/2016 7:49 AM 0:02:57 James Taylor covers Marvin Gaye; The Rolling Stones released Tattoo You and KC and the Sunshine Band "get down", Today in Music History.

Local music coverage Davina and the Vagabonds Live from the Minnesota State Fair 8/29/2016 4:30 PM 0:16:48 The great Minnesota Get-Together has come and gone, but the performances live on. Watch archived video of the ten sessions we hosted at the MPR booth.

Music history and education Today in Music History: Happy Birthday to Van Morrison 8/30/2016 7:46 AM 0:04:07 Elvis played the last of the only three shows he ever played outside the U.S.; George Harrison was found guilty of 'subconscious plagiarism'; Dire Straits topped the album charts; and Van the Man was born in Belfast, Northern Ireland, Today in Music History.

Technology literacy John Moe on Nuseum stories 8/30/2016 7:30 AM 0:05:01 John Moe on Nuseum stories

Local music coverage Aby Wolf Live from the Minnesota State Fair 8/30/2016 4:30 PM 0:18:04 The great Minnesota Get-Together has come and gone, but the performances live on. Watch archived video of the ten sessions we hosted at the MPR booth.

Local music coverage The Twilight Hours Live from the Minnesota State Fair 8/31/2016 4:30 PM 0:14:02 The great Minnesota Get-Together has come and gone, but the performances live on. Watch archived video of the ten sessions we hosted at the MPR booth.

Music history and education Today in Music History: Blondie sign with a major label 9/1/2016 7:53 AM 0:01:32 Atlantic Records bought Ray Charles' contract; Buddy Holly and Bob Montgomery auditioned for radio; U2 released their first record; Mick Jones left the Clash; Tina Turner had her first No. 1 hit; and influential punk and new wave act Blondie signed to Chrysalis Records, Today in Music History.

Local arts and culture James Norton on indie ethnic restaurants 9/1/2016 8:30 AM 0:06:12 James Norton on indie ethnic restaurants

Lifestyle Pokey LaFarge Live from the Minnesota State Fair 9/1/2016 6:30 PM 0:16:18 The great Minnesota Get-Together has come and gone, but the performances live on. Watch archived video of the ten sessions we hosted at the MPR booth.

Music history and education Today in Music History: The Stones record a blues standard 9/2/2016 7:44 AM 0:05:43 The Doors recorded their first demos; Bjork slept through a house break-in; Kanye surprised Mike Myers on live national television; and the Rolling Stones recorded their cover of a Willie Dixon song, Today in Music History.

Local arts and culture Movie Mister on Light Between the Oceans 9/2/2016 8:36 AM 0:05:46 Movie Mister on Light Between the Oceans

Local music coverage Andre Cymone Live from the Minnesota State Fair 9/2/2016 6:00 PM 0:39:51 The great Minnesota Get-Together has come and gone, but the performances live on. Watch archived video of the ten sessions we hosted at the MPR booth.

Local music coverage Sonny Knight and the Lakers Live from the Minnesota State Fair 9/3/2016 4:30 PM 0:20:13 The great Minnesota Get-Together has come and gone, but the performances live on. Watch archived video of the ten sessions we hosted at the MPR booth.

Local music coverage deM atlaS Live from the Minnesota State Fair 9/5/2016 4:30 PM 0:17:11 The great Minnesota Get-Together has come and gone, but the performances live on. Watch archived video of the ten sessions we hosted at the MPR booth.

Music history and education Today in Music History: Joan Jett sings an important anthem 9/6/2016 7:44 AM 0:05:19 Eric Clapton helped out The Beatles, James Brown retired, Fleetwood Mac hit to the top of the charts for the first time, and Joan Jett sang an important anthem, Today in Music History.

Music history and education Today in Music History: Remembering Keith Moon 9/7/2016 7:47 AM 0:04:16 Led Zeppelin made their live debut as 'The New Yardbirds'; David Bowie and Mick Jagger were at No. 1; Michael Jackson reunited with The Jackson 5; and Keith Moon passed away, Today in Music History.

Technology literacy John Moe on soundscaping 9/7/2016 7:30 AM 0:05:02 John Moe on soundscaping

Lifestyle Chrissie Hynde talks 'Alone,' solitude, and working with Dan Auerbach 9/7/2016 4:20 PM 0:08:38 Today is Chrissie Hynde's birthday, but she's the one giving us a gift: The Pretenders have announced 'Alone,' their first album since 2008, produced by Dan Auerbach.

Local arts and culture Matt Pinfield on "All These Things That I've Done" 9/8/2016 8:30 AM 0:06:19 Matt Pinfield on "All These Things That I've Done"

Music history and education Today in Music History: Remembering Patsy Cline on her birthday 9/8/2016 7:47 AM 0:01:27 Eddie Cochran signed with Liberty Records; 'Monster Mash' entered the singles charts; Marvin Gaye had an iconic No. 1 hit; Peter Gabriel released his fourth studio album; Bon Jovi went to No. 1 in a blaze of glory; and Patsy Cline was born, Today in Music History.

Music history and education Today in Music History: John Lennon released 'Imagine' 9/9/2016 7:44 AM 0:04:50 Elvis made his first appearance on 'The Ed Sullivan Show'; Sam and Dave released 'Soul Man'; New Kids on the Block topped a couple of charts; Krist Novoselic had a mishap on MTV; Coolio had a No. 1 single; and John Lennon released 'Imagine,' Today in Music History.

Lifestyle Whitney perform in The Current studio 9/9/2016 1:20 PM 0:18:18 What eventually became Whitney began as an experiment to explore what was possible with a four-track tape machine. The group liked the songs they were writing to test out the machine, and the band Whitney materialized. 'We realized the band and the album we were working on was going to be good,' says drummer and singer Julien Ehrlich. Ahead of a show at the Triple Rock Social Club in Minneapolis, Whitney visited The Current's studio for a session hosted by Jade.

Local music coverage The Local Show: The Current's Local Music Exchange 9/11/2016 6:00 PM 2:00:00 It's an action-packed edition of The Local Show tonight! Ellen Stanley of the MN Music Coalition will reveal the lineup for this year's Caravan du Nord, host Andrea Swensson will announce the winners of our Local Music Exchange, and ZULUZULUU will entrance the airwaves with their funky blend of hip-hop, R&B and Afrofuturism.

Local music coverage The Local Show 9/11/2016 6:00 PM 0:02:00 The Local Show provides a deeper look into music made, played, and enjoyed in Minnesota. Host Andrea Swensson dives into local music, both past and present.

Music history and education Today in Music History: Ben Folds is 50 9/12/2016 7:48 AM 0:01:14 The Monkees started their series; Michael Jackson started a run at the top of the charts; Johnny Cash died; and Ben Folds was born, Today in Music History.

Music history and education Today in Music History: Happy Birthday Fiona Apple 9/13/2016 7:42 AM 0:05:58 Sting made his onstage acting debut; The Beatles picked up a couple of Grammys; Bruce Springsteen put out 'Born To Run'; and Fionna Apple was born, Today in Music History.

Lifestyle Tegan and Sara play intimate versions of 'Love You to Death' songs 9/13/2016 2:20 PM 0:21:48 Tegan and Sara are on the road with a fun, flashy tour spotlighting songs from their two most recent albums, 'Heartthrob' and 'Love You to Death.' They left the light-up dance floor behind, though, when they visited our studio to play stripped-down versions of three songs from those albums.

Music history and education Today in Music History: Remembering Amy Winehouse 9/14/2016 7:44 AM 0:04:28 Little Richard recorded 'Tutti Frutti'; The Archies cartoon series premiered on TV; Stevie Wonder topped the album chart for the second time; David Bowie won Video of the Year at the first MTV Video awards; and Amy Winehouse was born -- and later commemorated with a statue -- Today in Music History.

Local arts and culture Jeff Kamin on summer and fall TV 9/14/2016 8:30 AM 0:06:49 Jeff Kamin on summer and fall TV

Local arts and culture Greg Norton of Husker Do co-hosting with Jill and Brian 9/15/2016 8:00 AM 0:30:00 Greg Norton of Husker Do co-hosting with Jill and Brian

Music history and education Today in Music History: Johnny Cash was buried 9/15/2016 7:39 AM 0:05:04 Elvis topped the chart with 'Don't Be Cruel'; the proto-Beach Boys had their first recording session; the Ford Motor Company offered eight-track players in its cars; Johnny Ramone passed away; and Johnny Cash was buried, Today in Music History.

Music history and education Today in Music History: Marc Bolan of T. Rex passed away 9/16/2016 7:42 AM 0:04:49 Led Zeppelin displaced the Beatles from their seven-year hold on Melody Maker's best group title; Topper Headon was released from jail; Bob Dylan topped the album chart; and Marc Bolan passed away, Today in Music History.

Local arts and culture Stephanie Curtis on Bridget Jones Baby 9/16/2016 8:34 AM 0:05:13 Stephanie Curtis on Bridget Jones Baby

Local music coverage Black Market Brass perform in The Current studio 9/16/2016 7:20 PM 0:23:20 Ahead of the Saturday, Sept. 17, release party for their album, 'Cheat and Start a Fight,' Black Market Brass stopped in to The Current studio to jam out a few numbers and to chat with host Mark Wheat. 'If you see us live, we're going to be playing tunes right off the bat, just right after each other, nonstop,' says Black Market Brass guitarist Mitch Sigurdson, and that's exactly what Black Market Brass do in their studio session.

Lifestyle Plague Vendor stops by The Current studio 9/17/2016 8:00 PM 0:15:26 After opening Rock the Garden earlier this summer, California rockers Plague Vendor returned to the Twin Cities for a show at the Turf Club. Ahead of their St. Paul appearance, the band stopped by The Current studio to talk with Sean McPherson.

Local music coverage The Local Show 9/18/2016 6:00 PM 0:02:00 The Local Show provides a deeper look into music made, played, and enjoyed in Minnesota. Host Andrea Swensson dives into local music, both past and present.

Music history and education Today in Music History: Remembering Gram Parsons 9/19/2016 7:42 AM 0:06:03 Chubby Checker twisted; Simon and Garfunkel reunited; Steppenwolf got wild; and Gram Parsons passed away, Today in Music History.

Music history and education Today in Music History: Kate Bush's 'Never For Ever' hit the top of the charts 9/20/2016 7:43 AM 0:05:27 AC/DC got cheap and dirty; Queen went to No. 1; David Bowie hit No. 1 for the first time in the U.S.; and Kate Bush scored her first U.K. hit album, Today in Music History.

Music history and education Today in Music History: Happy Birthday, David Hood 9/21/2016 7:42 AM 0:04:55 Bobby Vinton's 'Blue Velvet' topped the singles chart; Jeannie C. Riley had a hit with the country song 'Harper Valley PTA'; Barry White scored his one and only No. 1 single; Dire Straits had a video-powered hit song; and David Hood was born, Today in Music History.

Music history and education Today in Music History: The first Farm Aid benefit concert was held 9/22/2016 7:42 AM 0:04:23 Elvis shipped out to his army post; the Springfields landed in the U.S. top 20; the Band released their self-titled album; Dylan's 'Hard Rain' went Gold; and the first Farm Aid concert was held, Today in Music History.

Locally sourced food and drink Greg Norton and Chuck Kanski on wine and music 9/22/2016 8:30 AM 0:05:18 Greg Norton and Chuck Kanski on wine and music

Music history and education Today in Music History: Remembering Ray Charles 9/23/2016 7:42 AM 0:05:02 Buddy Holly and the Crickets had a hit with 'That'll Be The Day'; a widely believed story about Paul McCartney was started in DeKalb, Ill.; Neil Young was honored at the Americana Awards in Nashville; and the great Ray Charles was born 85 years ago Today in Music History.

Local arts and culture Euan Kerr on Magnificent Seven 9/23/2016 8:29 AM 0:05:37 Euan Kerr on Magnificent Seven

Local music coverage Haley Bonar performs in The Current studio 9/23/2016 2:00 PM 0:21:20 Ready to celebrate the release of her latest album, 'Impossible Dream,' at Sociable Cider Werks in Minneapolis on Sunday, Sept. 25, Haley Bonar and her band stopped in to The Current's studio for a session hosted by Mac Wilson.

Lifestyle Warpaint perform in The Current studio 9/24/2016 3:00 PM 0:26:13 California quartet Warpaint recently stopped by our studio to share songs from their forthcoming release, Heads Up. The group also chatted with Mac Wilson about the making of that album.

Lifestyle Drive-By Truckers perform in The Current studio 9/24/2016 7:00 PM 0:25:25 American Band', the new album from Drive-By Truckers, comes out Sept. 30, and is being hailed as the band's most explicitly political record to date. 'Every time I turn on the news or look at my phone, some other just horrendous thing has happened, and often it's so senseless,' says the band's Patterson Hood. Listen to new songs from Drive-By Truckers and to their interview with Sean McPherson.

Local music coverage The Local Show 9/25/2016 6:00 PM 0:02:00 The Local Show provides a deeper look into music made, played, and enjoyed in Minnesota. Host Andrea Swensson dives into local music, both past and present.

Music history and education Today in Music History: Happy Birthday to Bryan Ferry 9/26/2016 7:45 AM 0:04:11 The Queen honors The Beatles; The Go-Go's made a run at No. 1; Fats Domino tried his hand at "Blueberry Hill"; and Bryan Ferry was born, Today in Music History.

Local music coverage Today in Music History: Jerry Lee Lewis accidentally shot Norman Owens 9/26/2016 7:41 AM 0:05:09 The Beatles mixed 'I Am the Walrus'; Grand Funk Railroad got their first of two No. 1 hits; Prince and the Revolution went to No. 1 with 'Let's Go Crazy'; Bruce Springsteen jammed with a house band in Arizona; and piano-rocker Jerry Lee Lewis accidentally shot his bass player, Today in Music History.

Locally sourced food and drink Chuck Kanski of Solo Vino on vermouth cocktails 9/26/2016 8:30 AM 0:05:30 Chuck Kanski of Solo Vino on vermouth cocktails

Lifestyle Tom Weber on the first presidential debate 9/27/2016 8:33 AM 0:08:06 Tom Weber on the first presidential debate

Local arts and culture Jay Gabler on Bruce Springsteen's new book Born to Run 9/27/2016 7:34 AM 0:06:41 Jay Gabler on Bruce Springsteen's new book Born to Run

Music history and education Today in Music History: Blondie Release "Eat To The Beat" 9/27/2016 7:47 AM 0:03:28 The Beach Boys got camera ready; Marvin Gaye got a star; and Blondie released Eat To The Beat, Today in Music History.

Local music coverage Today in Music History: Remembering Miles Davis 9/28/2016 7:49 AM 0:03:32 The Beatles topped the charts with 'Hey Jude'; Bad Company hit No. 1 with their debut album; Andy Kim sang 'Rock Me Gently'; Tina Turner had a highway named for her; and Miles Davis passed away, Today in Music History.

Lifestyle Rummage event coverage 9/28/2016 8:30 AM 0:03:47 Rummage event coverage

Technology literacy John Moe on actors that joined bands 9/28/2016 7:30 AM 0:05:40 John Moe on actors that joined bands

Lifestyle Block Rockin' Labor Day Weekend 9/2/2016 - 9/6/2016 10:00 AM 3:14:00 It's a three-day weekend and we're playing with blocks — blocks of three-song sets, that is. Tune in to The Current all through Labor Day weekend to hear blocks of three songs by all your favorite artists. We'll even be airing special three-song-block versions of Teenage Kicks, Radio Free Current, United States of Americana and The Local Show.

Quarterly Programming Report The Current KCMP/KMSE April 1 – June 30, 2016

Category (Issue Addressed) Title Date AiredTime Aired Duration Description

Local arts and culture Movie Maven: Biopics 4/1/2016 8:33 AM 0:09:21 Movie Maven: Biopics, "I saw the light" and "Miles Ahead"

Music history and education Today in Music History: Remembering Gil Scott-Heron 4/1/2016 7:45 AM 0:03:25David Bowie released his first single; the Troggs recorded 'Wild Thing'; John and Yoko pulled an April Fool joke; the Buzzcocks made their live debut; David Lee Roth jumped from Van Halen; and Gil Scott-Heron was born, Today in Music

Lifestyle Phil Cook performs in The Current studio 4/3/2016 9:00 AM 0:23:30Growing up in northern Wisconsin, one of Phil Cook's biggest influences was Bruce Hornsby. 'He was somebody who was playing and he could really sing and he had all this talent and was writing songs,' Cook says. 'The dude changed my life.'

Local music coverage Dizzy Fae performs in The Current studio 4/3/2016 6:00 PM 0:19:1817-year-old St. Paul artist Dizzy Fae makes her radio debut, performing three songs and chatting with The Local Show's Andrea Swensson about her blossoming career.

Music history and education Today in Music History: Bohemian Rhapsody Climbs The Charts, Again 4/4/2016 7:43 AM 0:03:27The Beatles held the charts hostage; musicians honored Martin Luther King; Wayne's World went to number one and therefore 'Bohemian Rhapsody' climbed the charts, again, Today in Music History.

Lifestyle Barns Courtney performs in The Current studio 4/4/2016 3:30 PM 0:19:46Less than two years ago, Barns Courtney was selling computers. Now he's on tour promoting his music. 'Giving up was never really something I felt I could do,' Courtney says, thinking back on a low point in his music career. 'Because what

Music history and education Today in Music History: Remembering Kurt Cobain 4/5/2016 7:48 AM 0:04:21 The world united around a single song; R.E.M played their first gig; and Kurt Cobain died, Today in Music History.

Lifestyle The Joy Formidable perform in The Current studio 4/5/2016 3:30 PM 0:21:46After spending time at their home in North Wales to complete their latest album, 'Hitch,' the Joy Formidable stopped in to The Current studio for a session hosted by Mary Lucia.

Lifestyle Sunflower Bean perform in The Current studio 4/5/2016 7:00 PM 0:23:47Sunflower Bean have been touring in support of their full-length debut album 'Human Ceremony', which came out in February of 2016. This week, they stopped by The Current's studio to chat with Bill DeVille ahead of their show at the 7th

Local arts and culture Rock & Roll Lifestyle: Chuck Kanski 4/6/2016 7:30 AM 0:04:48 Chuck came on the show to share recipes for wine cocktails.

Music history and education Today in Music History: Prince released his debut album 4/6/2016 7:42 AM 0:04:58CBS Radio launched the first national show about rock 'n' roll; the proto-Stones met at a blues club; Feist cleaned up at the Juno Awards; and Prince released his debut album "For You", Today in Music History.

Local arts and culture David Lowery in the studio talking about his noon Minnesotsa Music keynote address. 4/7/2016 9:05 AM 0:12:45 David Lowery in the studio talking about his noon Minnesotsa Music keynote address.

Local arts and culture Our Movie Maven Steph Curtis reviewed the new Richard Linklater film "Everybody Wants Some!!". 4/7/2016 8:35 AM 0:07:49 Our Movie Maven Steph Curtis reviewed the new Richard Linklater film "Everybody Wants Some!!".

Music history and education Today in Music History: The Supremes record their first No. 1 hit 4/7/2016 7:45 AM 0:05:05David Bowie played three sold-out shows in Japan; New Order's Peter Hook took a lump; Swedish duo Roxette had a U.S. No. 1 single thanks to a Minneapolis exchange student; and The Supremes recorded their first No. 1 hit, Today in Music

Lifestyle Ra Ra Riot perform in The Current studio 4/7/2016 12:00 PM 0:25:24Touring in support of their new album, 'Need Your Light', which includes a stop at the Triple Rock Social Club in Minneapolis, Ra Ra Riot stopped in to The Current's studio for a session hosted by Jade.

Local arts and culture Movie Maven: Everybody Wants Some 4/8/2016 8:35 AM 0:07:49 Movie Maven: Everybody Wants Some

Music history and education Today in Music History: The Supremes record their first No. 1 hit 4/8/2016 7:45 AM 0:05:05David Bowie played three sold-out shows in Japan; New Order's Peter Hook took a lump; Swedish duo Roxette had a U.S. No. 1 single thanks to a Minneapolis exchange student; and The Supremes recorded their first No. 1 hit, Today in Music

Lifestyle DMA's perform in The Current studio 4/8/2016 3:00 PM 0:18:39After playing for a rapt crowd at the Triple Rock Social Club, DMA's stopped by our studios to play a few songs and talk about their debut album 'Hills End.'

Lifestyle Haelos perform in The Current studio 4/9/2016 12:00 PM 0:21:16London-based Haelos began as a studio project, but after being signed to Matador Records, they reworked their arrangements for live performance. 'Nothing feels better than being onstage with six people and all sort of jamming out,'

Local music coverage Har Mar Superstar performs in The Current studio 4/10/2016 6:00 PM 0:20:47Anticipating the release of Best Summer Ever, Sean Tillman — aka Har Mar Superstar — stopped by The Current to perform live in-studio and to chat with The Local Show's Andrea Swensson.

Music history and education Today in Music History: Oasis released 'Supersonic' 4/11/2016 7:45 AM 0:04:19James Brown entered the charts for the first time; Pearl Jam played for SNL; Dylan made his New York debut; and Oasis released 'Supersonic', Today in Music History.

Music history and education Today in Music History: "Aquarius / Let The Sunshine In" at No. 1 4/12/2016 7:45 AM 0:05:17Ringo Starr and Keith Moon took their turn on the big screen; David Bowie announced his second career retirement; and The 5th Dimension started a run at No. 1, Today in Music History.

Lifestyle Bombino performs live in The Current studio 4/12/2016 11:15 AM 0:26:45Bombino visited The Current once again to perform live in-studio and to chat with host Jade about his new album produced by Dave Longstreth of the Dirty Projectors.

Music history and education Today in Music History: Happy Birthday to Al Green 4/13/2016 7:44 AM 0:05:54Bobby Goldsboro tugged heartstrings all the way to No. 1; Elton John and Paul McCartney had the No. 1 single and album, respectively; Aerosmith got their own holiday in Massachusetts; and soul singer extraordinaire Al Green was born Today in

Local arts and culture Rock & Roll Lifestyle: James Norton "Chef Camp" 4/14/2016 8:33 AM 0:05:01 Rock & Roll Lifestyle: James Norton "Chef Camp"

Music history and education Today in Music History: Public Enemy release 'It Takes a Nation' 4/14/2016 7:42 AM 0:07:03Fats Domino released 'Ain't That a Shame'; The Beatles made a good title choice; David Bowie broke through in the States; Motown renewed Stevie Wonder's contract; George Harrison got a star in Hollywood; and Public Enemy released

Local arts and culture Movie Maven 4/15/2016 8:34 AM 0:07:25 Movie Maven

Music history and education Today in Music History: Remembering Joey Ramone 4/15/2016 7:44 AM 0:04:59Roberta Flack started a six-week run at No. 1; Queen won an Ivor Novello Award; the Fine Young Cannibals hit No. 1 with a 'crazy' single; Montell Jordan showed us how he does it with his No. 1 hit; and Joey Ramone, lead singer and co-founder

Local music coverage Davina and the Vagabonds perform in The Current studio 4/17/2016 6:00 PM 0:19:43Ahead of six release shows of their new live album, Davina and the Vagabonds stopped by The Current to perform live in-studio and to chat with The Local Show's Andrea Swensson.

Music history and education Today in Music History: Holland-Dozier-Holland enter Songwriters' Hall of Fame 4/18/2016 7:45 AM 0:04:48Michael Jackson got surgery, John Lennon released a cover, 19-year-old Declan McManus played his first show, and the legendary Motown production team of Holland-Dozier-Holland were inducted into the Songwriters' Hall of Fame, Today in

Music history and education Today in Music History: Remembering Greg Ham of Men at Work 4/19/2016 7:43 AM 0:05:56Simon and Garfunkel reunite, Madison Square Garden didn't know Young from Dylan, Patti Smith put out her biggest hit, and Men At Work multi-instrumentalist Greg Ham was found dead Today in Music History.

Lifestyle Andrew Bird perfoms in The Current studio 4/19/2016 5:00 PM 0:22:21Ahead of a sold out show at First Avenue in support of his new albumAre You Serious, Andrew Bird stopped by The Current to perform live in-studio and to chat with host Mary Lucia.

Music history and education Today in Music History: It's 420, dude! 4/20/2016 7:46 AM 0:06:35Elvis Presley 'shook up' the singles charts; Deep Purple made their live debut; George Burns was in the Hot 100; numerous artists paid tribute to the late Freddie Mercury; Aerosmith got a grip with their 11th studio album; The Sound of

Local arts and culture Rock and Roll Lifestyle: Game of Thrones 4/21/2016 8:33 AM 0:05:07 Rock and Roll Lifestyle: Game of Thrones

Music history and education Today in Music History: Remembering Nina Simone 4/21/2016 7:44 AM 0:07:28Elvis had another No. 1 hit; the Beatles wrapped recording on Sgt. Pepper; Sinead scored a hit on an incomparable Prince cover; Peter Buck raised hackles at high altitude; Joe Strummer did a bunk in a publicity stunt; and Nina Simone died

Technology literacy John Moe 4/21/2016 7:33 AM 0:06:28 John Moe

Music history and education Today in Music History: The Troggs unleash 'Wild Thing' 4/22/2016 7:42 AM 0:05:01

John Lennon took a new middle name; the Who performed 'Tommy' at the Bolton Institute of Technology; the Blues Brothers made their debut; Peter Frampton comes alive at age 65; and the Troggs released a 'wild' tune that left its mark on garage and punk rock, Today in Music History.

Lifestyle Bleached perform live in The Current studio, remember Prince 4/24/2016 3:00 PM 0:19:21After a show in First Avenue's 7th St. Entry, Bleached stopped by The Current to perform in-studio and to chat with host Mac Wilson about their new album, Welcome the Worms.

Local music coverage The Local Show 4/24/2016 6:00 PM 2:00:00The first hour of this special edition of The Local Show features Prince covers recorded by Twin Cities musicians, followed by an hour-long documentary of Prince's life.

Music history and education Today in Music History: Birth of blues legend Albert King 4/25/2016 7:43 AM 0:04:23A Beastie Boy got community service, The Ramones made a film, Peter & Gordon topped the charts, and blues legend Albert King was born Today in Music History.

Music history and education Today in Music History: Remembering George Jones 4/26/2016 7:46 AM 0:06:01Ringo made a horrible TV movie, Studio 54 opened its door, Nirvana played an important gig, and country legend George Jones died in Nashville, Today in Music History.

Lifestyle Bully perform in The Current studio 4/26/2016 7:00 PM 0:15:12Ahead of two sold out shows at First Avenue opening for Courtney Barnett, Bully stopped by The Current to perform in-studio and to chat with host Bill DeVille.

Music history and education Today in Music History: Iggy and the Stooges close out Coachella 4/27/2016 7:46 AM 0:05:12

Little Peggy March had a No. 1 hit at age 15; Ringo Starr got married; Oasis packed Man City's old ground; an iconic radio voice was born; Joe Cocker was feelin' alright on national television; and Iggy Pop reunited the Stooges for the first time in 30 years, Today in Music History.

Technology literacy John Moe: Beach Boys stripped down 4/27/2016 7:31 AM 0:04:35 John Moe: Beach Boys stripped down

Lifestyle Frightened Rabbit perform in The Current studio 4/27/2016 3:00 PM 0:19:13Ahead of a show at the Varsity Theater, Frightened Rabbit stopped by The Current to perform in-studio and to chat with host Mary Lucia about their new album, Painting of a Panic Attack.

Local arts and culture Rock and Roll Lifestyle: Superhero TV 4/28/2016 8:35 AM 0:06:06 Rock and Roll Lifestyle: Superhero TV

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Lifestyle Courtney Barnett performs in The Current studio 4/28/2016 7:30 AM 0:21:54

Melbourne may be half a world away from Minneapolis, but Courtney Barnett has found a loyal group of fans in the Twin Cities. 'From the first time we ever came here, I really did feel the love,' Barnett says, 'so thank you.' In the Twin Cities to play two sold-out shows at First Avenue, Courtney Barnett stopped at The Current studio for a session hosted by Brian Oake and Jill Riley.

Music history and education Today in Music History: Dusty Springfield's home honored 4/29/2016 7:46 AM 0:04:08

The King of Skiffle was born; Ringo sang about an 'Octopus's Garden'; Bruce Springsteen got collared for being a superfan; Bon Jovi got married; Aretha Franklin released a defining hit; and Dusty Springfield's home was honored, Today in Music History.

Local arts and culture Movie Maven: Sing Street 4/29/2016 8:32 AM 0:05:57 Movie Maven: Sing Street

Lifestyle Flavor Flav chats with Sean McPherson on The Current 4/30/2016 7:00 PM 0:19:41

Musician and rapper Flavor Flav of the legendary hip-hop group Public Enemy gave Radio Free Current host Sean McPherson and his listeners a wonderful surprise on Saturday, April 30: Flavor Flav arrived in the studio for a live conversation in which he talked about his music and about his memories of Prince. 'Being onstage with Prince is so electrifying,' Flav says. Listen to Sean McPherson and Flavor Flav's complete conversation.

Music history and education Today in Music History: Michael Jackson pulled some jewelry store hijinks 5/2/2016 7:48 AM 0:03:18Keith Richards fell out of a coconut tree; The Who played without Keith Moon; Brian Wilson halted the production of Smile; and Michael Jackson pulled some jewelry store hijinks, Today in Music History.

Local arts and culture Chan Poling of The Suburbs talks about 'A Night in Olympus' at Illusion Theater 5/3/2016 7:30 AM 0:06:36 Chan Poling of The Suburbs talks about 'A Night in Olympus' at Illusion Theater

Music history and education Today in Music History: The Hollies recorded 'Carrie Anne' 5/3/2016 7:43 AM 0:05:45Oasis got dissed by a bank; Metallica sent hate mail to Napster; the Godfather of Soul was born; and The Hollies recorded 'Carrie Anne', Today in Music History.

Music history and education Today in Music History: Remembering the Beastie Boys' MCA 5/4/2016 7:47 AM 0:05:35The first Grammy Awards were presented; Louis Armstrong had a chart-topper; ragtime music hit the top of the album charts; and MCA of the Beastie Boys passed away, Today in Music History.

Technology literacy John Moe: Radiohead by pets and an interactive version of Bosch's Garden of Earthly Delights 5/4/2016 7:30 AM 0:06:06 John Moe: Radiohead by pets and an interactive version of Bosch's Garden of Earthly Delights

Music history and education Today in Music History: Happy Birthday Ian McCulloch 5/5/2016 7:45 AM 0:05:48

Elvis walked down Lonely Street to the top of the charts; the Beatles released 'Get Back'; Peaches and Herb had a No. 1 hit and it felt so good; Cleveland was selected for the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame; and Ian McCulloch of Echo and the Bunnymen was born Today in Music History.

Music history and education Today in Music History: 'Proud Mary' earned a Gold Record 5/6/2016 7:48 AM 0:05:43

Elton John released 'Rocket Man'; Simon toured without Garfunkel; Led Zeppelin broke their own attendance record; Keith and Mick worked out the opening riff to one of rock music's most iconic songs; and Ike and Tina earned a Gold Record, Today in Music History.

Local music coverage Astronautalis performs in The Current studio 5/8/2016 6:00 PM 0:22:50 Astronautalis came by our studio to perform new songs from his album 'Cut the Body Loose.'

Music history and education Today in Music History: Prince album cover too sexy for MN department stores 5/9/2016 7:45 AM 0:02:30The Beatles check out new artist Bob Dylan; Peter Gabriel released his first commercially successful album; Jimmy Page appeared on Saturday Night Live with P. Diddy; and Minnesota department stores refuse Prince, Today in Music History.

Music history and education Today in Music History: Weezer released 'The Blue Album' 5/10/2016 7:46 AM 0:07:26Pet Shop Boys were No.1; Bono was born; The Turtles visited the White House; and Weezer released 'The Blue Album', Today in Music History.

Music history and education Today in Music History: Remembering Bob Marley 5/11/2016 7:43 AM 0:06:43Roger Miller sang about trailers for sale or rent; concert highlights from Woodstock comprised a triple album; Elvis and Led Zeppelin spent some quality time together; and Bob Marley passed away, Today in Music History.

Local arts and culture Al Franken on his most essential albums, and a hotdish competition 5/12/2016 7:34 AM 0:09:34 Al Franken on his most essential albums, and a hotdish competition

Music history and education Today in Music History: Elvis first appeared in Minnesota 5/13/2016 7:53 AM 0:03:05The Supremes scored their tenth chart-topping single; Led Zeppelin made their Hawaii debut; Yvonne Elliman had a hit from 'Saturday Night Fever'; and Elvis first appeared in Minnesota, Today in Music History.

Local arts and culture Hear Stephanie Curtis review "Money Monster", starring George Clooney and Julia Roberts. 5/13/2016 8:31 AM 0:06:56 Hear Stephanie Curtis review "Money Monster", starring George Clooney and Julia Roberts.

Lifestyle Nada Surf perform in The Current studio 5/13/2016 3:30 PM 0:22:18

Nada Surf, touring in support of their new album 'You Know Who You Are,' stopped in to The Current's studio for a session hosted by Mac Wilson. 'The beauty of pop music is that even if some of the forms have been repeated a lot, there's always some little twist that can give you the right that it's all different and that each song is its own little universe,' says frontman Matthew Caws.

Local music coverage The Honeydogs perform in The Current studio 5/15/2016 6:00 PM 0:22:01Ahead of their album release show, the Honeydogs stopped by The Current to perform live in-studio and to chat with Local Show host Andrea Swensson.

Music history and education Today in Music History: Happy 50th, Janet Jackson 5/16/2016 7:45 AM 0:04:33Patti Smith played music in the UK; Keith Richards had an accident; and Nirvana's Krist Novoselic and Janet Jackson were born, Today in Music History.

Lifestyle The James Hunter Six perform in The Current studio 5/16/2016 3:00 PM 0:17:06

The James Hunter Six's latest album, 'Hold On!,' was released in February 2016 on Daptone Records. Between gigs during a two-night stand at the Dakota in Minneapolis, the James Hunter Six visited The Current for a session hosted by Bill DeVille. Hunter is known for his soulful vocals and effects-free guitar playing; he even teases that he doesn't use a tuner. 'Tuning? That's for jazzers, that is!' Hunter jokes.

Local arts and culture Marianne Combs on Art Hounds Live 5/17/2016 7:30 AM 0:03:32 Marianne Combs on Art Hounds Live

Music history and education Today in Music History: Happy Birthday Josh Homme 5/17/2016 7:46 AM 0:05:33Bob Dylan appeared at the first Monterey Folk Festival, Joni Mitchell covered Rolling Stone, Donna Summer passed away; and Josh Homme was born, Today in Music History.

Music history and education Happy Birthday to Devo's Mark Mothersbaugh 5/18/2016 7:47 AM 0:04:10

Ray Stevens enjoyed a short 'streak' on the charts with a novelty song; Gary Busey played Buddy Holly in a popular film; the Ting Tings topped the British charts with 'That's Not My Name'; and Devo co-founder Mark Mothersbaugh was born in Akron, Ohio, Today in Music History.

Music history and education Sam Smith turns a wee 24 5/19/2016 7:44 AM 0:05:39

The Beatles had a Gold record in one week; Stevie Wonder had a No. 1 with 'You Are the Sunshine of My Life'; Paul Simon's song about film hit No. 1; Supertramp hit No. 1 with 'Breakfast in America'; and Sam Smith was born, Today in Music History.

Local arts and culture Tony Bol on the Little Free Library music festival 5/19/2016 7:30 AM 0:05:49 Tony Bol on the Little Free Library music festivalLocal arts and culture Alejandra Pelinka from NEMAA on Art-a-Whirl 5/19/2016 8:32 AM 0:05:31 Alejandra Pelinka from NEMAA on Art-a-WhirlLocal arts and culture Stephanie Curtis Movie Maven: Neighbors 2: Sorority Rising 5/20/2016 8:31 AM 0:07:35 Stephanie Curtis Movie Maven: Neighbors 2: Sorority Rising

Music history and education Today in Music History: Happy 70th to Cher 5/20/2016 7:44 AM 8:05:17

Bill Haley and the Comets released a seminal song; Paul McCartney notched is sixth solo U.S. No. 1 single; Frank Sinatra was commemorated in a couple of ways, 10 years apart; Finland won its first Eurovision Song Contest; and Cher is 70, Today in Music History.

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Local music coverage Prof performs in The Current studio 5/21/2016 8:00 PM 0:22:09

Local hip-hop artist Prof has a reputation for putting on a great live show. 'To craft a set, I like to go on a roller coaster,' he says. 'I like go super down low, I like to go high, and it means more when you come to a complete stop, and now you're sprinting, so you feel that more.' For Minnesota Music Day, Prof stopped in to The Current studio for a session hosted by Sean McPherson.

Local music coverage Bryan Nichols performs in The Current studio 5/22/2016 6:00 PM 0:20:59

Bryan Nichols has many years of experience in the Twin Cities music scene. If you've been to a jazz-leaning show at Icehouse or the Dakota, you may have even seen him live. If you don't know his name, though, now is the perfect time to learn it.

Local music coverage The Local Show 5/22/2016 6:00 PM 2:00:00An interview with the new owners of the Viking Bar (set to re-open this week!), and tracks from the new "Duluth Does Dylan" compilation, which comes out on Dylan's 75th birthday this Tuesday.

Music history and education Today in Music History: The Beatles Sing Backwards, Invent The Music Video, Change History 5/23/2016 7:43 AM0:04:26 AM

Smashing Pumpkins called it quits, Noel Gallagher walked out on Oasis, and The Beatles invented the music video Today in Music History.

Music history and education Today in Music History: Happy 75th Birthday Bob Dylan 5/24/2016 7:43 AM 0:03:41Jazz great Duke Ellington passed away, Queen's Freddie Mercury was honored, and Bob Dylan was born Today in Music History.

Local arts and culture The Current's Rock and Roll Book Club: Steven Hyden's 'Your Favorite Band is Killing Me' 5/24/2016 9:07 AM 0:05:29Steven Hyden discusses different types of music rivalries and relates them to issues such as generational gaps and cultural differences.

Music history and education Today in Music History: Happy 74th Birthday to Aretha Franklin 5/25/2016 7:47 AM 0:05:44The Who and Led Zeppelin performed on the same bill for the first time; Madonna was at No. 1 on the U.K. singles chart with "Like A Prayer"; and two musical giants were born, Today in Music History.

Technology literacy John Moe talking about Chewbacca mom and melting things 5/25/2016 7:30 AM 0:05:37 John Moe talking about Chewbacca mom and melting things

Music history and education Today in Music History: Happy Birthday Stevie Nicks 5/26/2016 7:42 AM 0:03:33

The original "Twist and Shout" by the Isley Brothers was released; The Beatles recorded "Yellow Submarine" at Abbey Road studios in London; John and Yoko began an eight-day "bed in" to promote world peace; and Stevie Nicks was born, Today in Music History.

Locally sourced food and drink Chuck Kanski on box wines 5/26/2016 8:35 AM 0:05:50 Chuck Kanski on box wines

Lifestyle Charles Bradlye performs in The Current studio 5/26/2016 5:00 PM 0:20:20

Soul singer Charles Bradley sings not only from his heart, but from his entire being. Bradley, together with his band the Extraordinaires, bring their soulful tunes into The Current's studio for a session hosted by Mac Wilson. 'Music is what's keeping the world together today,' Bradley says. 'We've got to make it right all over the land.'

Local arts and culture Euan Kerr on X Men: Apocolypse 5/27/2016 8:33 AM 0:07:23 Euan Kerr on X Men: Apocolypse

Music history and education Today in Music History: Happy Birthday Siouxsie Sioux 5/27/2016 7:42 AM 0:03:37Buddy Holly and the Crickets released their first record and only single to make it to #1; The Freewheelin' Bob Dylan is released; Andre 3000 of Outkast is 41; and Siouxsie Sioux is 59, Today in Music History.

Local music coverage The Jayhawks perform in The Current studio 5/29/2016 6:00 PM 0:25:13Following the release of Paging Mr. Proust, the Jayhawks stopped by The Current to perform live in-studio and to chat with Andrea Swensson, host of The Local Show.

Music history and education Today in Music History: The Who perform loudest concert in history 5/31/2016 7:43 AM 0:05:18

Filming began on The Monkees first TV series; The BBC announced a ban on the Sex Pistols' "God Save The Queen"; The Theme From M*A*S*H* (Suicide Is Painless) was at No. 1; and The Who performed the loudest concert in history, Today in Music History.

Music history and education Today in Music History: Jack White weds Karen Elson in a canoe on the Amazon1 6/1/2016 7:50 AM 0:03:09The Stones kicked off their biggest U.S. tour to date; Prince and the Revolution had a No. 1 album; Vampire Weekend went to No. 1 in the album charts; and and Jack White got married in an exotic location, Today in Music History.

Technology literacy John Moe on off-key singing and bad robots 6/1/2016 7:30 AM 0:05:36 John Moe on off-key singing and bad robots

Music history and education Today in Music History: Donna Summer went No. 1 with "Hot Stuff" 6/2/2016 7:43 AM 0:07:06

Ray Charles had a No. 1 hit with a country ballad; the Stones made their U.S. television debut; Macca held two No. 1 chart positions; Prince played his first U.K. gig; and Donna Summer started a three-week run at No. 1 with "Hot Stuff", Today in Music History.

Local arts and culture Joe Alton on Boat Beers 6/2/2016 8:32 AM 0:04:43 Joe Alton on Boat Beers

Lifestyle Interview: The Kills 6/2/2016 1:00 PM 0:05:07

Before their May 2016 show at First Avenue in Minneapolis, The Kills sat down for a chat with Jade, in which they talked about their new album, their creative friendship and keeping their albums 'vulnerable and honest.' They also performed a few songs from their new album, 'Ash & Ice.'

Music history and education Today in Music History: Remembering Curtis Mayfield 6/3/2016 7:44 AM 0:04:58Elvis Presley graduated from high school; Aretha Franklin got big respect on the singles chart; Fine Young Cannibals had the No. 1 album in the U.S.; and Curtis Mayfield was born, Today in Music History.

Local arts and culture Movie Maven on Maggie's Plan 6/3/2016 8:34 AM 0:06:38 Movie Maven on Maggie's PlanLocal arts and culture PaviElle on Fitzgerald show 6/3/2016 9:08 AM 0:07:46 PaviElle on Fitzgerald show

Music history and education Today in Music History: David Bowie released 'Ziggy Stardust' 6/6/2016 7:43 AM 0:05:48The Rolling Stones change a lyric for Robert Kennedy; The Beatles stepped into Abbey Road studios for the first time; Roy Orbison put out his first major hit; and David Bowie released 'Ziggy Stardust', Today in Music History.

Lifestyle Oregon trio Joseph perform in The Current studio 6/6/2016 10:00 PM 0:20:32

Joseph are a trio from Portland, Ore., comprising sisters Natalie, Allison and Meegan Closner. Besides their tight, sibling harmonies, their family ties create something intangible. 'There's also this entire lifetime of shared experience,' Natalie says. '[We're] bringing the spirit of that into the music as well.' Discover the music of Joseph in this session hosted by The Current's David Safar.

Music history and education Today in Music History: Remembering Prince on an important day 6/7/2016 7:44 AM 0:06:11Radiohead's guitarist played too hard, The Who opened their rock opera, and we celebrate Prince's birthday, Today in Music History.

Local arts and culture Chris Koza in talking about Rogue Valley concert review 6/7/2016 9:04 AM 0:07:16 Chris Koza in talking about Rogue Valley concert reviewLocal arts and culture Anna Reed on "Popstar: Never Stop Never Stopping" 6/8/2016 8:39 AM 0:05:30 Anna Reed on "Popstar: Never Stop Never Stopping"

Music history and education Dolly Parton's "I Will Always Love You" at No. 1 6/8/2016 7:48 AM 0:04:27Deep Purple had their gear impounded by East German police; Zeppelin had a No. 1 album; and Dolly Parton's "I Will Always Love You" was at No. 1 on the U.S. country charts, Today in Music History.

Technology literacy John Moe on Muhammad Ali's album and Axl Rose internet photos 6/8/2016 7:30 AM 0:05:42 John Moe on Muhammad Ali's album and Axl Rose internet photos

Music history and education Jackie Wilson was born 6/9/2016 7:42 AM 0:05:00

Bob Dylan recorded 'Mr. Tambourine Man'; Bruce started assembling the E Street Band; M.C. Hammer's album hit No. 1 in the charts and stayed there nearly six months; Wilson Phillips went to No. 1 with 'Hold On'; and Jackie Wilson was born, Today in Music History.

Local arts and culture Beach reads from Tracy Mumford 6/9/2016 8:34 AM 0:07:03Forget stand-up paddleboards and suntan lotion, it's BEACH READIN' SEASON. Tracy's going to put on her SPF 200 and settle in with some books. A lot of books.

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Lifestyle Sam Beam and Jesca Hoop perform in The Current studio 6/9/2016 3:00 PM 0:15:09

Sam Beam had the idea of making a duet record, but he didn't find the right collaborator until he stumbled upon Jesca Hoop's music. 'Her voice is fantastic, she has a really fun sense of melody,' Beam says. Touring in support of their album, 'Love Letter for Fire,' Beam and Hoop visited The Current's studio for a session hosted by Mary Lucia.

Music history and education Today in Music History: Remembering Ray Charles 6/10/2016 7:45 AM 0:04:29Dylan began recording 'The Basement Tapes'; Sammy Davis Jr. had his one and only No. 1 hit; Radiohead's fifth album made quite a splash; Ray Charles passed away, Today in Music History.

Local arts and culture Cecilia Johnson on GRRRL PRTY breaking up 6/10/2016 9:06 AM 0:04:55 Cecilia Johnson on GRRRL PRTY breaking upLocal arts and culture Movie Mister on "Warcraft" 6/10/2016 8:31 AM 0:07:46 Movie Mister on "Warcraft"

Lifestyle Marlon Williams performs in The Current studio 6/10/2016 2:00 PM 0:18:44

On tour with Sam Beam and Jesca Hoop, New Zealand singer-songwriter Marlon Williams visits The Current's studio for a session hosted by Mac Wilson. After encountering country music as a teenager, Williams has found his niche writing and performing in the Americana genre.

Lifestyle The Avett Brothers perform in The Current studio 6/11/2016 2:00 PM 0:26:23

In town for a show at Target Center with Brandi Carlile, the Avett Brothers stopped in The Current's studio for a session, during which they played some songs from their forthcoming album, 'True Sadness.' Watch two videos and hear the entire session.

Lifestyle Debbie Harry reflects on 40 years of Blondie, details new album 6/11/2016 8:00 AM 0:12:20

In advance of their sold out Twin Cities performance, Debbie Harry, the iconic frontwoman of Blondie, talks to Program Director Jim McGuinn about the history of Blondie, working with producer Mike Chapman, and upcoming collaborations with some surprising names.

Local music coverage Hippo Campus perform in The Current studio 6/12/2016 6:00 PM 0:22:24Ahead of their performance at Rock the Garden, Minnesota's Hippo Campus stopped by The Current to perform live in-studio and to chat with Andrea Swensson on The Local Show.

Music history and education Today in Music History: The Cars released 'Candy-O' 6/13/2016 7:40 AM 0:04:12The Stones introduced their newest member; Alanis Morissette dropped some angst into the world; The Beatles released their final single; and The Cars released 'Candy-O', Today in Music History.

Local arts and culture Andrea Jenkins and Shannon Blowtorch on the Orlando shootings 6/13/2016 9:04 AM 0:12:37 Andrea Jenkins and Shannon Blowtorch on the Orlando shootings

Music history and education Today in Music History: Patsy Cline has her first hit while in the hospital 6/14/2016 7:44 AM 0:04:35Paul McCartney wrote the most recorded song; Dylan recorded his electric sound; and Patsy Cline topped the charts, Today in Music History.

Music history and education Today in Music History: Beastie Boys host the Tibetan Freedom Concert 6/15/2016 7:44 AM 0:07:32The Doors played in Minneapolis; Dire Straits topped the album charts; Nirvana released their debut album; the world said goodbye to Ella Fitzgerald; and the Beastie Boys hosted the Tibetan Freedom Concert, Today in Music History

Technology literacy John Moe on robots and spoon in cup 6/15/2016 7:30 AM 0:05:01 John Moe on robots and spoon in cup

Lifestyle Adia Victoria performs in The Current studio 6/15/2016 7:00 PM 0:21:56

Adia Victoria, now touring in support of her debut album, 'Beyond the Bloodhounds,' visited The Current's studio ahead of her show at the 7th Street Entry in Minneapolis. Victoria first fell in love with making music when she was a young girl. 'It made me feel empowered to stand before people and sing a song, versus just speaking,' she says. 'I felt a connection with people that I didn't feel otherwise. I felt alive.'

Lifestyle Interview: The Claypool Lennon Delirium 6/15/2016 11:00 AM 0:07:59Sean Lennon and Les Claypool -- collectively known as The Lennon Claypool Delirium -- are in town for a show Wednesday night at the Skyway Theatre. They stopped by our studio to chat with Jade ahead of their performance.

Music history and education Today in Music History: New York Dolls perform together for the first time since 1975 6/16/2016 7:44 AM 0:05:32Dylan recorded 'Like a Rolling Stone'; the Jackson Five enjoyed a summer TV variety show on CBS; the New York Dolls performed together for the first time since 1975, Today in Music History.

Local arts and culture Anna Reed with a Rock the Garden run down 6/16/2016 8:32 AM 0:12:25 Anna Reed with a Rock the Garden run down

Music history and education Today in Music History: Carole King went No. 1 with 'Tapestry' 6/17/2016 7:45 AM 0:04:00Col. Tom Parker became Elvis's boss; Andy Gibb had a singles-chart first; NKOTB scored their first No. 1 hit; Springsteen proved he is a marathon man; and Carole King had a huge album hit, Today in Music History.

Local arts and culture Movie Maven Stephanie Curtis on Finding Dory 6/17/2016 8:32 AM 0:06:31 Movie Maven Stephanie Curtis on Finding DoryMusic history and education Today in Music History: Neil Young's "Cinnamon Girl" went Gold 6/20/2016 7:47 AM 0:04:15 Today in Music History: Neil Young's "Cinnamon Girl" went Gold

Lifestyle Theft of the Dial: Cage the Elephant 6/20/2016 7:00 PM 0:38:44Before their big gig at the Target Center, Matthew Schultz and Brad Schultz of Cage the Elephant stopped by The Current to curate a playlist and take over our airwaves with a Theft of the Dial.

Local arts and culture Theft of the Dial: The Lumineers 6/21/2016 7:30 AM 0:48:07 Theft of the Dial: The Lumineers

Music history and education Today in Music History: Stevie Wonder enters the charts at age 13 6/22/2016 7:58 AM 0:01:44

Judy Garland passed away; Billy Joel became the first rock artist to perform at Yankee Stadium; The Artist Formally Known As Prince announced he wanted to be known as Prince again; Cyndi Lauper was born; and Stevie Wonder entered the charts at age 13, Today in Music History.

Technology literacy John Moe on cheerios and Weezer 6/22/2016 7:30 AM 0:06:10 John Moe on cheerios and Weezer

Local arts and culture Atmosphere announce 'Fishing Blues' album, debut single 6/22/2016 9:00 AM 0:05:13Slug stopped by The Current's Oake and Riley in the Morning to announce a new Atmosphere album and to debut "Ringo," its lead single.

Music history and education Today in Music History: The Kinks played a show organized by John Wayne Gacy 6/23/2016 7:52 AM 0:01:17Ray Charles was at the top of the charts; Alice Cooper broke six ribs; Tiffany started her Mall Tour; and The Kinks played a show organized by John Wayne Gacy, Today in Music History.

Local arts and culture Tracy Mumford Game of Thrones recap 6/23/2016 8:30 AM 0:05:13 Tracy Mumford Game of Thrones recap

Music history and education Today in Music History: Happy birthday Curt Smith 6/24/2016 7:42 AM 0:05:28The Monkees went to No. 1 on the U.S. album charts; Weezer released "Undone - The Sweater Song"; a working draft of Bob Dylan's "Like a Rolling Stone" sold for $2 million; and Curt Smith was born, Today in Music History.

Lifestyle Stephanie Curtis on Independence Day: Resurgence 6/24/2016 8:33 AM 0:06:27 Stephanie Curtis on Independence Day: Resurgence

Music history and education Black Flag played their final gig 6/27/2016 7:52 AM 0:02:01MCA bought Motown Records; The Who's bass player was chosen as the best; The Jackson 5 was at the top of the charts with "The Love You Save"; and Black Flag played their final gig, Today in Music History.

Music history and education Today in Music History: Bowie Releases "Fame" 6/28/2016 7:42 AM 0:04:56Radiohead were number 1, Pink Floyd's Dark Side of the Moon spent its 1056th week on the charts, Bowie's "Fame" was released Today in Music History.

Local music coverage Eric Dayton on Kraftsgiva 6/28/2016 9:05 AM 0:06:29 Eric Dayton on Kraftsgiva

Music history and education Today in Music History: Little Eva was born 6/29/2016 7:45 AM 0:05:44

The Jimi Hendrix Experience played their final show together; Elton John crashed a concert in Oakland, Calif.; Bruce Springsteen kicked off a 15-month tour (and filmed a music video) in St. Paul, Minn.; and Little Eva was born, Today in Music History.

Technology literacy John Moe on Facebook privacy and Smoke on the Water 6/29/2016 7:30 AM 0:05:30 John Moe on Facebook privacy and Smoke on the Water

Music history and education Today in Music History: The Jackson 5 becomes The Jacksons 6/30/2016 7:45 AM 0:05:55

Marvel Comics launched a title based on the band Kiss; Huey Lewis and the News hit No. 1 in the album charts with 'Sports'; guitar great Chet Atkins passed away; the Buzzcocks released the second-shortest single of all time; and The Jackson 5 became the Jacksons, Today in Music History.

Locally sourced food and drink James Norton on Devil in the White City man dinners 6/30/2016 8:30 AM 0:05:19 James Norton on Devil in the White City man dinners

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Music history and education Today in Music History: The Doors release their self-titled debut album 1/4/2016 7:50AM 0:03:02

Elton John went No. 1 with his version of The Beatles' "Lucy In The Sky With Diamonds"; Thin Lizzy bassist and

singer Phil Lynott died of heart failure and pneumonia; and The Doors release their self-titled debut album,

Today in Music History.

Lifestyle

Sonny Knight and the Lakers team up with James Brown's band members

Jabo Starks and Fred Wesley 1/4/2016 5:30PM 0:27:42

On the suggestion of their booking manager, Sonny Knight and the Lakers have been collaborating on some

shows with Jabo Starks and Fred Wesley, the drummer and trombone player, respectively, from James Brown's

band. 'James Brown has always been an inspiration to me,' Knight says. 'And these guys lay down the funk so

well, it just makes it right.' The entire ensemble visited The Current for an in-studio session hosted by Bill DeVille.

Music history and education Today in Music History: The Sex Pistols made their U.S. debut 1/5/2016 7:58AM 0:02:18

Bob Dylan's Greatest Hits went Gold; The Wiz opened at the Majestic Theater on Broadway; Madonna went No.

1 with "Justify My Love"; and The Sex Pistols made their U.S. debut, Today in Music History.

Technology literacy Throbbing Hive with John Moe: Robot butlers and Trump-be-gone 1/5/2016 7:30AM 0:06:19

This week, John Moe stopped by The Current's Morning Show to talk to Jade and Sean McPherson about Mark

Zuckerberg's dreams of robot butlers and a new Chrome extension that filters out all internet mentions of

Donald Trump.

Music history and education Today in Music History: "You're So Vain" at No. 1 1/6/2016 7:55AM 0:03:03

Gibson launched its "Flying V" electric guitar; "Magical Mystery Tour" went No. 1; Pink Floyd started sessions at

Abbey Road Studios in London; and Carly Simon's "You're So Vain" started a three-week run at No. 1.

Locally sourced food and drink Eating and Drinking with Dara Moskowitz-Grumdahl: Cocktail Rooms 1/6/2016 8:30AM 0:05:49

Dara Moskowitz-Grumdahl stops by The Current's Morning Show to talk to Jade and Sean McPherson about local

cocktail rooms.

Local arts and culture Weekend Arts Roundup: Radical Recess, RoosevElvis and Joy of Japan 1/7/2016 8:30AM 0:04:11

MPR News Arts Reporter Marianne Combs joins Jade and Sean McPherson to talk about three happenings in the

local art world.

Music history and education Today in Music History: Oasis started recording 'Definitely Maybe' 1/7/2016 7:53AM 0:01:55

Black Sabbath released 'Paranoid'; Led Zeppelin's 'In Through The Out Door' went platinum; Nirvana performed

their final concert in the U.S.; Oasis started recording their debut album 'Definitely Maybe', Today in Music

History.

Music history and education Today in Music History: Happy Birthday David Bowie 1/8/2016 7:55AM 0:02:02

Queen reached number one on the U.K. Album Chart with 'A Day at the Races'; Rush was named the country's

official Ambassadors Of Music by the Canadian government; and David Bowie was born, Today in Music History.

Local arts and culture Cube Critic: The Revenant 1/8/2016 8:33AM 0:06:38 MPR Cube Critic Stephanie Curtis joins Jade and Sean McPherson to talk about "The Revenant".

Music history and education

Today in Music History: Led Zeppelin performed "Kashmir" live for the first

time 1/11/2016 7:50AM 0:02:14

The Jimi Hendrix Experience recorded 'Purple Haze' at Olympic Studios in London; Nirvana's landmark album

'Nevermind' reached the top of the Billboard 200 Album Chart; T. Rex drummer Mickey Finn died from alcohol

related liver problem; Led Zeppelin performed "Kashmir" live for the first time, Today in Music History.

Technology literacy Throbbing Hive with John Moe: Netflix categories and Peach app 1/12/2016 7:30AM 0:04:44

This week, John Moe stopped by The Current's Morning Show to talk to Sean McPherson about a new way to

categorize Netflix titles and Peach – a new social network.

Music history and education Today in Music History: Al Green inducted into Rock and Roll Hall of Fame 1/12/2016 7:56AM 0:02:26

Alice Cooper released his third album; The Police had their first rehearsal; Maurice Gibb of The Bee Gees died;

and Al Green was inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame, Today in Music History.

Music history and education Today in Music History: "Folsom Prison Blues" recorded live 1/13/2016 7:57AM 0:02:43

"The Twist" became the only single in the history of the charts to make it to #1 on two separate occasions; Bob

Dylan started recording 'Bringing It All Back Home'; "Folsom Prison Blues" was recorded live at Folsom Prison,

Today in Music History.

Literature and Literacy Jeff Kamin: The 2016 Book-et List 1/13/2016 7:31AM 0:05:48

Jade and Sean were joined by Jeff Kamin, moderator of Books & Bars and producer of MPR events to talk about

his 2016 "Book-et List". (You know, a "book-et list". Like a bucket list. A list of books you want to read before you

die.)

Locally sourced food and drink Eating and Drinking with Heavy Table's James Norton: Authenticity 1/13/2016 8:36AM 0:07:15

Heavy Table Editor James Norton joins Jade and Sean McPherson to talk about authenticity in the local food

scene.

Music history and education Today in Music History: Diana Ross's final appearance with The Supremes 1/14/2016 7:56AM 0:02:35

David Bowie released his debut single "Can't Help Thinking About Me"; Elvis Presley performed his "Aloha from

Hawaii" concert; The Sex Pistols played their last live gig at Winterland in San Francisco; and Diana Ross made her

last appearance with The Supremes, Today in Music History.

Local arts and culture Weekend Arts Roundup: Dear World, Lullaby and Drawings and Paintings 1/14/2016 8:30AM 0:03:46

MPR News Arts Reporter Marianne Combs joins Jade and Sean McPherson to talk about three happenings in the

local art world.

Local arts and culture Cube Critics: 2016 Oscar nominations 1/15/2016 8:29AM 0:06:40 MPR Cube Critic Stephanie Curtis joins Jade and Sean McPherson to talk about the 2016 Oscar nominations.

Lifestyle Lissie steps into new frontiers on 'My Wild West' 1/15/2016 7:30AM 21:20:00

Singer-songwriter Lissie says she was very lucky to have had the support of a major label earlier in her career. But

her next album, 'My Wild West' (due out on Feb. 12), Lissie took financial and creative control. 'It freed me up,'

she says. 'I own my own music, which is great!' Lissie stopped in to The Current studio to chat with Sean

McPherson and Jade, and to play some songs off her forthcoming album.

Music history and education Today in Music History: The Who release "I Can't Explain" 1/15/2016 7:52AM 0:02:28

The Rolling Stones were forced to change the lyrics of "Let's Spend The Night Together" to "Let's Spend Some

Time Together" when appearing on The Ed Sullivan Show; Led Zeppelin's 'Black Dog' made its debut on the U.S.

singles chart; and The Who had their first hit when they released "I Can't Explain" in the UK, Today in Music

History.

Music history and education Today in Music History: Happy Birthday Janis Joplin 1/19/2016 7:56AM 0:02:08

The Beatles began recording 'A Day In The Life'; 'The Wall' by Pink Floyd began a 15-week run on top of the

Billboard 200 Album Chart; and Janis Joplin was born, Today in Music History.

Technology literacy Throbbing Hive with John Moe: Wikipedia edits and movie buff videos 1/19/2016 8:29AM 0:05:17

This week, John Moe stopped by The Current's Morning Show to talk to Jade and Sean McPherson about the top

15 most edited articles on Wikipedia, and a pair of new fan videos out there for movie buffs.

Music history and education Today in Music History: Remembering Etta James 1/20/2016 7:57AM 0:02:25

The Beatles' debut U.S. album, 'Meet The Beatles', was released; Ozzy Osbourne bit the head off a bat; The

Beach Boys, The Beatles, Bob Dylan and The Supremes were inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame; and

Etta James died at age 73, Today in Music History.

Locally sourced food and drink Eating and Drinking with The Growler's Joe Alton: Neighborhood breweries 1/20/2016 8:30AM 0:06:10 Joe Alton visits The Current's Morning Show to talk about growth in the world of neighborhood breweries.

Music history and education Today in Music History: Remembering Jackie Wilson 1/21/2016 7:54AM 0:02:37

The Jimi Hendrix Experience began recording their cover of Bob Dylan's "All Along the Watchtower"; 'Saturday

Night Fever' started a 24 week run at No. 1; Squeeze was the debut band on MTV's successful Unplugged

program; and Soul singer Jackie Wilson died at age 49, Today in Music History.

Local arts and culture Weekend Arts Roundup: Watercolors, box art and Guerrilla Girls 1/21/2016 8:29AM 0:05:17

MPR News Arts Reporter Marianne Combs joins Jade and Sean McPherson to talk about three gallery events you

can see in the local art world.

Lifestyle A conversation with Chuck D 1/21/2016 7:31AM 0:13:00

Chuck D -- a cofounder and core member of one of the most influential and long-lasting groups in music history,

Public Enemy -- was recently in the Twin Cities to speak at Augsburg College as part of its Martin Luther King, Jr.

Day Convocation. Beforehand, Chuck D sat down with The Current's Sean McPherson for a conversation about

music, race and community.

Local music coverage Interview: Tommy Stinson 1/21/2016 3:30PM 0:20:32

Two days before he takes the stage at First Avenue as part of The Current's 11th Birthday Party celebrations,

Tommy Stinson talks to host Mary Lucia about his new projects and shares some thoughts on his previous work

with the Replacements and with Guns n' Roses. 'Life's good right now,' Tommy says.

Music history and education Today in Music History: "These Boots Are Made for Walkin'" 1/22/2016 7:58AM 0:02:52

Buddy Holly made his last recordings in his New York City apartment; The Beach Boys went into the studio to

record "Wouldn't It Be Nice"; MTV started broadcasting to the West Coast; and "These Boots Are Made for

Walkin'" entered the Hot 100 Singles Chart for the second time, Today in Music History.

Local arts and culture Cube Critic: Son of Saul 1/22/2016 8:30AM 0:03:57

MPR Cube Critic Stephanie Curtis joins Jade and Sean McPherson to talk about Son of Saul, a 2015 Hungarian

drama film and Oscar contender.

Lifestyle Iggy Pop and Josh Homme detail 'Post Pop Depression,' hint at spring tour 1/22/2016 3:30PM 0:10:16

On Thursday it was revealed that Iggy Pop and Josh Homme teamed up and recorded an album under wraps.

Looch called up Iggy and Josh to talk about Post Pop Depression, the text conversation that sparked the project,

how they went about collaborating, and who all was involved in the making of the record.

Music history and education Today in Music History: Paul McCartney recorded Unplugged for MTV 1/25/2016 7:55AM 0:02:32

A year and a half after its initial release, Lynyrd Skynyrd peaked at number 19 on the Billboard Hot 100 Singles

Chart with "Free Bird"; The Allman Brothers Band bassist Lamar Williams died of lung cancer age 34; The Rolling

Stones kicked off their "No Security Tour"; and Paul McCartney recorded Unplugged for MTV, Today in Music

History.

Lifestyle

Cage the Elephant's Matthew Schultz talks Dan Auerbach, Bonnie & Clyde

and 'Making a Murderer' 1/25/2016 10:00PM 0:05:48

On the heels of releasing Tell Me I'm Pretty, Cage the Elephant's Matthew Schultz sat down to chat with New

Hot host David Safar to talk about the album, what it was like working with producer Dan Auerbach, and

Schultz's Netflix queue.

Music history and education Today in Music History: Buddy Holly's first recording session 1/26/2016 7:58AM 0:02:31

Bishop Burke prohibited the dance of the devil, "The Twist"; Ringo Starr went No. 1 on the U.S. singles chart with

his version of "You're Sixteen"; Queen had their second U.K. No. 1 with "Innuendo"; and Buddy Holly's first

recording session for Decca Records took place in Nashville, Today in Music History.

Music history and education Today in Music History: John Lennon recorded "Instant Karma!" 1/27/2016 7:58AM 0:02:21

Elvis Presley's single, "Heartbreak Hotel" was released by RCA Records; Frank Sinatra played a benefit show at

Carnegie Hall in New York City for Martin Luther King; Stevie Wonder had his first No. 1 hit in a decade with

"Superstition"; and John Lennon wrote, recorded and mixed his new single "Instant Karma!", Today in Music

History.

Literature and Literacy Tracy Mumford: Books on the big screen in 2016 1/27/2016 7:32AM 0:04:28

MPR News's Digital Books Producer Tracy Mumford joins Jade and Sean to talk about 2016 movies that are based

on books.

Locally sourced food and drink Eating and Drinking with Heavy Table's James Norton: Herbivorous Butcher 1/27/2016 8:32AM 0:05:19

Heavy Table Editor James Norton joins Jade and Sean McPherson to talk about meatless meats from the

Herbivorous Butcher.

Local arts and culture

Weekend Arts Roundup: Carmina Burana, art inspired by Black Lives

Matter, and Art Sled Rally 1/28/2016 8:31AM 0:04:25

MPR News Arts Reporter Marianne Combs joins Jade and Sean McPherson to talk about three happenings in the

local art world: Carmina Burana, art inspired by Black Lives Matter, and Art Sled Rally

Health Joanne Slavin on diet and exercise 1/28/2016 7:33AM 0:05:54 Dr. Joanne Slavin is a professor in the Department of Food Science and Nutrition at the University of Minnesota

Music history and education Today in Music History: Fleetwood Mac's 'Rumours' went No. 1 1/28/2016 7:56AM 0:02:03

Skynyrd keyboard player Billy Powell died at the age of 56; Jamaican electronics musician King Tubby was born

today in 1941; and Fleetwood Mac's 'Rumours' went No. 1, Today in Music History.

Music history and education Today in Music History: Remembering Willie Dixon 1/29/2016 7:50AM 0:03:37

Aerosmith reached the top ten on the Singles Chart with 'Walk This Way'; Arctic Monkeys went No. 1 on the U.K.

album chart with their debut album 'Whatever People Say I Am That's What I'm Not'; and Willie Dixon died of

heart failure, Today in Music History.

Local arts and culture Cube Critic: 2016 Oscar Shorts 1/29/2016 8:33AM 0:06:01

MPR Cube Critic Stephanie Curtis joins Jade and Sean McPherson to talk about the 2016 Oscar-nominated short

films.

Local arts and culture Winter Carnival with King Boreas 1/29/2016 7:32AM 0:04:32 Winter Carnival with King Boreas

Lifestyle Set for a big year ahead, Andra Day performs at The Current 1/29/2016 3:30PM 0:17:03

Discovered and championed by Stevie Wonder after busking outside a California strip mall, Andra Day now has

an album produced by Raphael Saadiq (among others), a music video directed by Spike Lee, and two Grammy

nominations. 'It's pretty incredible the way it came about,' Day says. While visiting the Twin Cities, Day stopped

at The Curent to perform a couple songs and to chat with Brian Oake.

Local music coverage Polica perform three new songs in The Current studio 1/30/2016 6:00PM 0:24:55

Anticipating the release of their third album United Crushers on March 4, Polica stopped by The Current to

perform live in-studio and to chat with host Andrea Swensson of The Local Show.

Music history and education Today in Music History: Blondie released "Call Me" 2/1/2016 7:56AM 0:02:19

17 year-old Neil Young performed his first professional gig; The Beatles started a seven-week run at No. 1 on the

U.S. singles chart with "I Want To Hold Your Hand"; Rick James was born; and Blondie released "Call Me", Today

in Music History.

Local arts and culture 9:30 Coffee Break: All Duluth artists (with special guest Mayor Emily Larson) 2/1/2016 9:08AM 0:03:37

Duluth Mayor Emily Larson stopped by The Current's Morning Show studio to talk to Sean and Jade about The

Current going live on 90.9 FM in Duluth. As the 90.9 switch officially flips over to The Current in Duluth at 9:09

a.m. today, who better to kick off the festivities?

Technology literacy

Throbbing Hive with John Moe: Hacking cribs and hip hop interactive

timeline 2/2/2016 7:33AM 0:04:47

This week, John Moe stopped by The Current's Morning Show to talk to Jade and Sean McPherson about people

hacking into crib monitors and a hip hop interactive timeline.

Music history and education Today in Music History: Celebrating Graham Nash on his birthday 2/2/2016 7:55AM 0:02:50

The Beatles played their first professional gig outside of Liverpool; Sex Pistols bassist Sid Vicious died of a heroin

overdose in New York City; and Graham Nash, guitarist and singer who began his career with the Hollies and later

became part of Crosby Stills Nash & Young, was born, Today in Music History.

Music history and education Today in Music History: The Day the Music Died 2/3/2016 7:55AM 0:02:23

The Beatles started work on their new single "Lady Madonna"; Elton John started a three-week run at No. 1 on

the U.S. singles chart with "Crocodile Rock"; Pearl Jam began their first-ever European tour; and Buddy Holly, JP

Richardson (aka The Big Bopper) and Ritchie Valens, along with pilot Roger Peterson, died in a plane crash shortly

after takeoff from Clear Lake, Iowa, Today in Music History.

Locally sourced food and drink Eating and Drinking with The Growler's Joe Alton: The Beer Dabbler 2/3/2016 8:33AM 0:04:57 Joe Alton visits The Current's Morning Show to talk about the Beer Dabbler Winter Carnival.

Music history and education Today in Music History: Remembering Karen Carpenter 2/4/2016 7:56AM 0:02:22

"You've Lost That Lovin' Feeling" by The Righteous Brothers was No. 1 in the U.S. and the U.K.; The Rolling Stones

released "19th Nervous Breakdown"; The Beatles recorded "Across the Universe" at Abbey Road Studios in

London; and Karen Carpenter died of heart failure, Today in Music History.

Local arts and culture Weekend Arts Roundup: Bright Half Life, The Amish Project, Art Shanties 2/4/2016 8:33AM 0:04:52

MPR News Arts Reporter Marianne Combs joins Jade and Sean McPherson to talk about three happenings in the

local art world.

Music history and education Today in Music History: The Beatles' 'Hello, Goodbye' at No. 1 2/5/2016 7:55AM 0:02:32

Black Sabbath began recording 'Master of Reality'; Paul Simon released his first new song without Art Garfunkel,

'Mother and Child Reunion'; The Rolling Stones performed the halftime show of Super Bowl XL in Detroit; and

'Hello, Goodbye' off 'Magical Mystery Tour' by The Beatles was the No. 1 single in the country, Today in Music

History.

Local arts and culture Cube Critic: Hail, Caesar! 2/5/2016 8:30AM 0:04:07

MPR Cube Critic Stephanie Curtis joins Jade and Sean McPherson to talk about 'Hail, Caesar!', the new Coen

Brothers film.

Lifestyle

Andrew Bird talks new album 'Are You Serious,' collaboration with Fiona

Apple 2/5/2016 3:00PM 0:06:50

Andrew Bird stopped by The Current ahead of his performance on A Prairie Home Companion this weekend with

host Chris Thile and Paul Simon to talk about his new album Are You Serious and collaborating with Fiona Apple.

Lifestyle Martin Courtney embraces the collaborative solo approach 2/8/2016 11:00AM 0:21:09

Martin Courtney's new album, 'Many Moons,' came about through collaboration but was dubbed a solo project

for lack of a better band name. 'It's definitely a group effort,' Courtney says, 'but it's really hard to come up with

a good band name.' Courtney has no trouble writing good songs, though; listen to some of them in this session

hosted by Bill DeVille.

Music history and education Today in Music History: Queen released "Killer Queen" 2/8/2016 7:57AM 0:03:17

TCB' by The Supremes with Temptations went to No. 1 on the US album chart; Oasis was forced to cancel their

first foreign tour after they were deported from Holland; Keith Knudsen, drummer for The Doobie Brothers died

of chronic pneumonia; and Queen released "Killer Queen", Today in Music History.

Music history and education

Today in Music History: Iggy Pop and the Stooges performed their final

concert 2/9/2016 7:57AM 0:03:37

The Beatles made their live U.S. television debut; Paul McCartney made his live debut with Wings; Madonna

started a three-week run at No. 1 on the U.S. album chart with 'Like A Virgin'; and Iggy Pop and the Stooges

performed their final concert at the Michigan Palace in Detroit, Today in Music History.

Technology literacy Throbbing Hive with John Moe: Frinkiac and 'The Chickening' 2/9/2016 7:33AM 0:04:56

This week, John Moe stopped by The Current's Morning Show to talk to Jade and Sean McPherson about Frinkiac

- the Simpsons search engine and 'The Chickening' - a poultry remix of 'The Shining'.

Music history and education Today in Music History: The Clash began recording their first album 2/10/2016 7:54AM 0:02:48

Frank Sinatra started a five-week run at No. 1 on the U.S. album chart with 'Come Fly With Me'; Carole King's

'Tapestry" was released; Paula Abdul started a three-week run at No. 1 on the U.S. singles chart with "Opposites

Attract" (starring our own MC Skat Kat / Production Manager Derrick Stevens) and The Clash began recording

sessions in London for their first album, Today in Music History.

Locally sourced food and drink Eating and Drinking with Solo Vino's Chuck Kanski: La Valentina 2/10/2016 8:31AM 0:01:10

As Valentines Day is creeping up on us, wine expert Chuck Kanski visits The Current's Morning Show to talk about

romantic wine parings that will make your holiday that much more harmonious.

Music history and education Today in Music History: David Bowie released 'Sound and Vision' 2/11/2016 7:54AM 0:04:17

The Beatles recorded 10 new songs for their first album, plus four other tracks which would be the next two

singles; Whitney Houston was found dead at the Beverly Hilton Hotel; and David Bowie released "Sound and

Vision", Today in Music History.

Local arts and culture Weekend Arts Roundup: Saint Paul Ballet, The Arsonists and Sinew 2/11/2016 8:34AM 0:03:17

MPR News Arts Reporter Marianne Combs joins Jade and Sean McPherson to talk about 'Sinew: Female Native

Artists of the Twin Cities', 'The Arsonists' from Frank Theatre and the Saint Paul Ballet at the Cowles.

Local arts and culture 9:30 Coffee Break: Music coming to St. Paul 2/11/2016 9:05AM 0:07:25

Mayor Coleman is joining The Morning Show today to talk about the Year of Music - a year-long celebration of

music in St. Paul. For today's 9:30 Coffee Break, what bands do you want to hear that will be performing in St.

Paul in 2016?

Lifestyle Jeremy Messersmith haunts the Palace Theater with his "Ghost" 2/11/2016 9:05AM 0:04:36

The renovations are underway for St. Paul's Palace Theater, and to help kick-off the St. Paul "Sounds Perfect"

year in music celebration, we invited Jeremy Messersmith to test out the acoustics.

Music history and education Today in Music History: Happy Birthday Michael McDonald 2/12/2016 7:54AM 0:03:59

John Lennon performed 'Instant Karma' on BBC TV's 'Top Of The Pops'; Al Green went to No. 1 on the U.S. singles

chart with "Let's Stay Together"; David Bowie received a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame; The Miracles'

"Shop Around" became Motown Records' first million-selling single; and Michael McDonald was born, Today in

Music History.

Local arts and culture Cube Critic: Deadpool 2/12/2016 8:33AM 0:05:23

MPR Cube Critic Euan Kerr joins Sean McPherson and Jim McGuinn to talk about 'Deadpool', a superhero film

based on the Marvel Comics character of the same name.

Lifestyle KING perform in The Current studio 2/12/2016 7:00PM 0:16:51

Ahead of a gig at Icehouse (that Prince himself attended), KING stopped by The Current to record tracks off their

debut album live in-studio and to chat with Mark Wheat about their connection to Minnesota.

Local music coverage The Cactus Blossoms perform in The Current studio 2/13/2016 11:00AM 0:19:51

With their debut full-length album, 'You're Dreaming,' now released, the Cactus Blossoms are ready to take the

show on the road. They'll soon be shuffling off to Milwaukee to begin a tour, but not before they stopped in to

The Current for a session hosted by Bill DeVille. 'We're just happy that the album is out,' the Cactus Blossoms'

Page Burkum says. Listen to the complete in-studio session.

Music history and education Today in Music History: Remembering Sonny Bono 2/16/2016 7:59AM 0:02:24

Bruce Springsteen went No. 1 with 'Born in the U.S.A.'; Yusuf Islam was awarded substantial damages from The

Sunday Times and The Sun after they printed articles alleging he was involved in terrorism; 50 Cent was at No. 1

with his debut album 'Get Rich or Die Tryin''; and Sonny Bono was born, Today in Music History.

Technology literacy Throbbing Hive with John Moe: Dog breeds and Dark Side 2/16/2016 7:34AM 0:05:39

This week, John Moe stopped by The Current's Morning Show to talk to Sean McPherson about an app that

matches people with their dog breed, and a new theory that suggests 'Star Wars: The Force Awakens' syncs up

perfectly with Pink Floyd's 'Dark Side Of The Moon'.

Music history and education Today in Music History: 'Girl From The North Country' recorded 2/17/2016 7:54AM 0:06:10

Elvis earned his first Gold album; James Taylor appeared on television; AC/DC released their first album; Franz

Ferdinand swept a bunch of awards; and Johnny Cash re-recorded "Girl From The North Country" with Bob

Dylan, Today in Music History.

Locally sourced food and drink Eating and Drinking with Dara Moskowitz-Grumdahl: Integrative medicine 2/17/2016 8:32AM 0:06:02

Dara Moskowitz-Grumdahl stops by The Current's Morning Show to talk to Jade and Sean McPherson about

integrative medicine - pairing Western treatments with non-traditional remedies.

Music history and education Today in Music History: Remembering the Replacements' Bob Stinson 2/18/2016 7:59AM 0:06:38

Ray Charles and Brian Wilson each recorded songs that would become big hits; Neil Young earned a Gold Record;

Yoko Ono and Dr. Dre celebrate birthdays; and we remember the Replacements' founding guitarist Bob Stinson,

who passed away Today in Music History.

Local arts and culture

Weekend Arts Roundup: Free Black Dirt, If My Feet Have Lost the Ground,

The Aliens 2/18/2016 8:32AM 0:03:53

MPR News Arts Reporter Marianne Combs joins Jade and Sean McPherson to talk about three happenings in the

local art world.

Lifestyle A conversation with Naughty by Nature 2/18/2016 7:30AM 0:17:59

On Wednesday, Feb. 17, Sean McPherson sat down with one of the most revered hip-hop groups of all time,

Naughty by Nature. Known for infectious hits as well as contemplative tunes, Naughty by Nature shared stories

and insights that speak volumes to their longevity in the music business. Listen to Sean's complete interview with

Naughty by Nature.

Music history and education

Today in Music History: 'Songs In The Key Of Life' wins Grammy for Album

of the Year 2/19/2016 7:51AM 0:04:52

Harry Nilsson went to No. 1 with "Without You"; Ozzy Osbourne was arrested in San Antonio, Texas, for urinating

on the Alamo; Smokey Robinson was born; and Stevie Wonder won the Grammy for Album Of The Year, Today in

Music History.

Local arts and culture Cube Critic: A War 2/19/2016 8:30AM 0:06:29

MPR Cube Critic Stephanie Curtis joins Jade and Sean McPherson to talk about Oscar-nominated "A War", a 2015

Danish film.

Local music coverage The Pines perform in The Current studio 2/21/2016 6:00PM 0:26:12

Anticipating the release of their new album Above the Prairie, the Pines stopped by The Current to perform live

in-studio and to chat with host Andrea Swensson of The Local Show.

Music history and education Today in Music History: The Beatles recorded "I Want You (She's So Heavy)" 2/22/2016 8:03AM 0:05:32

Elvis Presley was at No. 1 with 'Rock-A- Hula Baby / Can't Help Falling In Love'; MTV dedicated a full 22 hours

broadcast to The Monkees; Andy Warhol died; and The Beatles recorded "I Want You (She's So Heavy)", Today in

Music History.

Music history and education Today in Music History: "Crazy Little Thing Called Love" reached No. 1 2/23/2016 7:56AM 0:06:23

Elvis and Priscilla call it quits; Fleetwood Mac win Album of the Year for 'Rumours'; Santana brings home a bundle

of Grammys; and Queen nab their first U.S. No. 1 single with 'Crazy Little Thing Called Love,' Today in Music

History.

Technology literacy Throbbing Hive with John Moe: Apple vs. FBI and 'Damn Daniel' 2/23/2016 7:32am 0:06:23

This week, John Moe stopped by The Current's Morning Show to talk to Jade and Sean McPherson about what's

actually going on with Apple and the FBI, and "Damn, Daniel" which has 230,000 retweets on Twitter.

Music history and education Today in Music History: Paul Simon won a Grammy for 'Graceland' 2/24/2016 7:53AM 0:05:05

The Beatles began their second film; Kurt and Courtney tied the knot; 'Roxanne' entered the Billboard Hot 100;

Led Zeppelin released a double album; and Paul Simon won a Grammy for 'Graceland', Today in Music History.

Locally sourced food and drink Eating and Drinking with Heavy Table's James Norton: Green Line Checklist 2/24/2016 8:32AM 0:07:00 Heavy Table Editor James Norton joins Jade and Sean McPherson to talk about the Green Line Checklist.

Music history and education Today in Music History: Frank Sinatra performed his final concert 2/25/2016 7:55AM 0:05:00

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.

Local arts and culture

Weekend Arts Roundup: Shapeshift, Tales from Rashomon and The

Critic/The Real Inspector Hound 2/25/2016 8:32AM 0:03:48

MPR News Arts Reporter Marianne Combs joins Jade and Sean McPherson to talk about three happenings in the

local art world.

Music history and education Today in Music History: 'Thriller' at No. 1 on the U.S. album chart 2/26/2016 7:56am 0:02:14

Sales of the 45 RPM single outpace the 78 for the first time; Nancy Sinatra sings about some aggressive boots;

Johnny Cash was born on this date; and Michael Jackson has a No. 1 album with 'Thriller' Today in Music History.

Local arts and culture Movie Maven: 2016 Oscars 2/26/2016 8:29am 0:06:02 MPR Movie Maven Stephanie Curtis joins Jade and Sean McPherson to talk about the 2016 Oscars.

Lifestyle Low Cut Connie perform in The Current studio 2/26/2016 11:00AM 0:17:37

Low Cut Connie brought their spirited rock 'n' roll to The Current's studio for a session hosted by Mac Wilson,

kicking out a rollicking rendition of their single 'Boozophilia,' followed by a barrelhouse medley of the Velvet

Underground's 'Foggy Notion' and David Bowie's 'Suffragette City'. 'It's a pleasure to be able to have a platform

to honor [Lou Reed and David Bowie], and to put our little stamp on their music,' says the band's Adam Weiner.

Music history and education

Today in Music History: 'Sgt. Pepper's Lonely Hearts Club Band' wins big at

Grammys 2/28/2016 7:54AM 0:02:32

Robert Plant released his fourth solo album, 'Now And Zen'; Davy Jones, the Manchester-born lead singer of The

Monkees, died at age 66; and 'Sgt. Pepper's Lonely Hearts Club Band' wins big at Grammys, Today in Music

History.

Lifestyle Jason Isbell performs in The Current studio 2/28/2016 9:00AM 0:28:20

Just one week out from his double Grammy win and set to play a sold-out show at Northrop in Minneapolis,

Jason Isbell stopped by The Current's studio along with Amanda Shires and Sadler Vaden. The three performed a

set of four songs and chatted with host Bill DeVille. 'I love the studio and I love the station,' Isbell says during his

visit. 'We always appreciate it.'

Lifestyle Matt Healy of the 1975 on making bold decisions 2/29/2016 10:00PM 0:05:43

On the heels of releasing their sophomore LP, Matty Healy of the 1975 sat down to chat with New Hot host

David Safar to talk about I Like It When You Sleep, for You Are So Beautiful Yet So Unaware of It, forthcoming

demo releases and making bold decisions in the name of the album.

Music history and education Today in Music History: Janet Jackson opened 'Rhythm Nation' world tour 3/1/2016 7:56AM 0:02:20

Gene Clark of The Byrds announced he was leaving the group due to his fear of flying; The Beatles started

recording 'Lucy in the Sky with Diamonds'; Frank Smith from Air Supply died of pneumonia; and Janet Jackson

opened her 'Rhythm Nation' world tour, Today in Music History.

Technology literacy Throbbing Hive with John Moe: Digital Cats and Hip Hop Remakes 3/1/2016 7:33AM 0:05:36

This week, John Moe stopped by The Current's Morning Show to talk to Jade and Sean McPherson about what's

happening online this week. 'So many weird things are going on,' John says, 'and the weirdest thing going on

now is this game called Neko Atsume.' Find out more about it on this week's Throbbing Hive.

Lifestyle Julia Holter performs in The Current studio 3/1/2016 7:00PM 0:22:10

Julia Holter's 2015 album, 'Have You in My Wilderness,' found itself included in many best-of lists. 'Things like

that don't show in obvious ways,' Holter says, 'but we are selling out shows … that's the most clear change for

me.' Before a gig at the 7th Street Entry in Minneapolis, Holter and her band stopped in to The Current for an in-

studio session hosted by Mark Wheat.

Locally sourced food and drink Eating and Drinking with Dara Moskowitz-Grumdahl: Soup! 3/2/2016 8:34AM 0:04:51

Dara Moskowitz-Grumdahl stops by The Current's Morning Show to talk to Jade and Sean McPherson about the

best soups in town.

Music history and education Today in Music History: Lou Reed was born 3/2/2016 7:55AM 0:02:52

Bo Diddley recorded his first single; the Four Seasons notched their third number-one hit; the compact disc was

introduced; and Lou Reed was born in Brooklyn, N.Y., Today in Music History.

Local arts and culture

Weekend Arts Roundup: Reconfiguring Casta, You for Me for You, The

Averagers 3/3/2016 8:31am 0:04:43

MPR News Arts Reporter Marianne Combs joins Jade and Sean McPherson to talk about a range of arts

happenings, including a print-and-painting exhibition that looks at race identity; a play that follows the lives of

two North Korean sisters, one of whom chooses to emigrate to the U.S.; and a Minnesota spoof of 'The

Avengers'.

Music history and education Today in Music History: Harry Nilsson earned a Gold record 3/3/2016 7:56AM 0:02:32

Buffalo Springfield formed; the Animals angered some fans in Canada's capital city; the Foo Fighters made their

debut; U2 got a street named after them in NY - albeit temporarily; and Harry Nilsson earned a Gold record

Today in Music History.

Lifestyle Kaleo perform in The Current studio 3/3/2016 7:00PM 0:23:50

Kaleo's name is Hawaiian, the band members are Icelandic, they recorded their EP in London and their home is

now Austin, Texas. 'It was a logical decision to move to the U.S.,' says frontman JJ Julius Son. 'It made sense.'

Now on tour, Kaleo stopped at The Current to play songs and to talk to Mark Wheat before their show at the

Triple Rock Social Club in Minneapolis.

Music history and education Today in Music History: The Rolling Stones' 'Ruby Tuesday' went No. 1 3/4/2016 7:53AM 0:02:30

The first Grammy winners were announced; John Lennon got into a kerfuffle with comments made in the press;

CBS released the Clash's debut album; and the Rolling Stones had a No. 1 hit with "Ruby Tuesday" Today in Music

History.

Local arts and culture Cube Critic: Whiskey Tango Foxtrot 3/4/2016 8:31AM 0:04:28

Cube Critic Euan Kerr joins Jade and Sean McPherson to talk about 'Whiskey Tango Foxtrot', starring Tina Fey and

Martin Freeman and based on the memoir 'The Taliban Shuffle: Strange Days in Afghanistan and Pakistan' by Kim

Barker.

Local music coverage Molly Dean performs in The Current studio 3/6/2016 6:00PM 0:20:03

In light of the release of her new album The Natural Minor, Molly Dean stopped by The Current to perform live in-

studio and to chat with host Andrea Swensson of The Local Show.

Music history and education Today in Music History: The Beastie Boys went No. 1 3/7/2016 7:42AM 0:05:54

"Dueling Banjos" got a gold record; David Bowie released his ninth studio album 'Young Americans'; George

Michael was voted the sexiest musician; and The Beastie Boys were the first rap act at No. 1, Today in Music

History.

Music history and education Today in Music History: David Bowie made his TV debut 3/8/2016 7:44AM 0:06:19

Diana Ross emerged as a live act for the first time, The Small Faces broke up, Micky Dolenz was born, and David

Bowie made his TV debut, Today in Music History.

Music history and education

Today in Music History: The Clash went No. 1 with 'Should I Stay or Should I

Go' 3/9/2016 7:45AM 0:04:51

Black Sabbath made their debut; REO Speedwagon had a No. 1 hit; Carole King was inducted into the Songwriters

Hall of Fame; U2 released 'The Joshua Tree'; and The Clash had their only No. 1 U.K. hit with 'Should I Stay or

Should I Go', Today in Music History.

Technology literacy

Throbbing Hive with John Moe: Super bugs and Hamilton women sing

feminist quotes. 3/9/2016 7:30AM 0:05:32 Throbbing Hive with John Moe: Super bugs and Hamilton women sing feminist quotes.

Locally sourced food and drink

Rock and Roll Lifestyle with Dara Moskowitz Grumdahl: Best Restaurants

2016 3/10/2016 8:30AM 0:05:44 Rock and Roll Lifestyle with Dara Moskowitz Grumdahl: Best Restaurants 2016

Music history and education Today in Music History: Pink Floyd released 'The Dark Side Of The Moon' 3/10/2016 7:49AM 0:03:42

The Sex Pistols inked a six-day contract; Pearl Jam's bassist and drummer celebrate birthdays; Simon and

Garfunkel recorded 'The Sound of Silence'; and Pink Floyd released 'Dark Side of the Moon', Today in Music

History.

Local arts and culture Movie Mister: 10 Cloverfield Lane 3/11/2016 8:32AM 0:03:45 Movie Mister review of 10 Cloverfield Lane.

Music history and education Today in Music History: '(Sittin' On) The Dock of the Bay' went gold 3/11/2016 7:41AM 0:04:25

The Slits made their debut; Oasis recorded their first studio demos; Paul McCartney was knighted; and Otis

Redding had a posthumous Gold Record with '(Sittin' On) The Dock of the Bay', Today in Music History.

Lifestyle Lake Street Dive perform in The Current studio 3/13/2016 10:00AM 0:21:31 Lake Street Dive's new album, 'Side Pony', was produced by Dave Cobb, a producer whose work in the Americana genre has earned acclaim. Lake Street Dive aren't necessarily Americana artists, but that didn't matter. 'We don't really of a good job at defining ourselves by a specific genre,' says Lake Street Dive's Rachael Price, 'which is just maybe something that isn't necessary to do at all.' Listen to the complete in-studio session, hosted by Bill DeVille.

Music history and education Today in Music History: Beatles dominated the top of the charts 3/14/2016 7:48AM 0:01:18

Elvis Presley was passed over; Elton John had a hit with "Crocodile Rock"; Roxy Music had their only No.1 single;

and the Beatles dominated the top of the charts, Today in Music History.

Music history and education Today in Music History: Sly Stone is 73 3/15/2016 7:50AM 0:03:01

Prince wrote The Bangles a hit; Bruce Springsteen joined the Rock 'n Roll Hall of Fame; and Sly Stone was born,

Today in Music History.

Local arts and culture Luke Burbank Live 3/15/2016 7:30AM 0:10:29 Luke Burbank Live on local event at Fitzgerald with Live Wire podcast

Music history and education Today in Music History: Flavor Flav is 57 3/16/2016 7:44AM 0:02:54

Simon and Garfunkel cleaned up at the Grammys; Elvis returned to Memphis after a 13-year absence; ABBA got

inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame; Motown lost rising star Tammi Terrell far too early, and Flavor Flav

was born, Today in Music History.

Music history and education

Today in Music History: Amazon's Pay By Selfie system and 'The Walk of Life

Project' 3/16/2016 7:30AM 0:05:17 Today in Music History: Amazon's Pay By Selfie system and 'The Walk of Life Project'

Music history and education Today in Music History: U2 got their big break 3/17/2016 7:45AM 0:03:04

Elvis Presley bought Graceland; the Bee Gees made their U.S. television debut; Van Halen had a high-flying hit;

Hozier was born; and U2 won a pivotal talent contest that propelled them further along the road to global

success, Today in Music History.

Local arts and culture Rock and Roll Lifestyle with Brewery Running Series 3/17/2016 8:30AM 0:05:49 Morgan of @MNBreweryRun stopped by to talk about the Brewery Running Series. #RockandRollLifestyle

Music history and education Today in Music History: Grant Hart is 55 3/18/2016 7:41AM 0:04:15

Frank Sinatra made his first recording; the Bee Gees had a had in the top three singles in the U.S. singles charts;

the Ramones got inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame; the Clash released their very first single; and

Hüsker Dü drummer Grant Hart was born, Today in Music History.

Local arts and culture Movie Maven: Allegiant 3/18/2016 8:30AM 0:06:38

Our Movie Maven Stephanie Curtis saw "Allegiant", the third installment of the "Divergent" series, and said the

movie was a muddle. "I don't know what these people are fighting for or who they're against". Even people that

are fans of the series can skip this installment, she said.

Lifestyle Brian Fallon performs in The Current studio 3/19/2016 1:00PM 0:21:08 Brian Fallon, who also plays with the bands Gaslight Anthem and Horrible Crows, now has a solo record out, 'Painkillers.' Fallon has a strategy for multitasking: 'I have a thing where I only write one record at a time,' he says. While in the Twin Cities for a show in Minneapolis, Fallon stopped at The Current for an in-studio session hosted by Mac Wilson.

Blondie entered the R&B chart with 'Autoamerican' - Version 2 3/21/2016 8:31AM 0:06:31

David Bowie and Iggy Pop got busted, Soul Coughing disbanded, and Blondie's rap was their biggest crossover

hit, Today in Music History.

Music history and education Today in Music History: 'The Rutles: All You Need Is Cash' aired on NBC 3/22/2016 7:42AM 0:04:57

Depeche Mode was the first alternative British band to go to number one; Loretta Lynn was hospitalized; Carl

Perkins was in a nearly fatal car accident; and 'The Rutles: All You Need Is Cash' aired on NBC, Today in Music

History.

Music history and education Chaka Khan is 63 3/23/2016 7:42AM 0:04:16

Ruby and the Romantics' day arrived with a No. 1 hit on their first outing; John Lennon was ordered to leave the

U.S.; Elvis began his final tour; John Fogerty's baseball homage became a No. 1 album; and Blur frontman Damon

Albarn and Chaka Khan were born, Today in Music History.

Technology literacy The Throbbing Hive with John Moe 3/23/2016 7:30AM 0:05:22 John Moe stopped by to talk about Twitter is now 10 years old and 3D printing.

Lifestyle Lucius perform in The Current studio 3/23/2016 5:00PM 0:19:54

On the first night of their tour in support of their new album, 'Good Grief,' Lucius stopped in to The Current's

studio for a session hosted by Mary Lucia. The selection of Minneapolis as a place to launch the tour wasn't

taken lightly by the Brooklyn-based five piece. 'It feels like home for us, for sure,' says Lucius's Jess Wolfe. Listen

to the complete session.

Local arts and culture Rock and Roll Lifestyle: James Norton "University Avenue" 3/24/2016 8:34AM 0:05:53

James Norton of The Heavy Table stopped by to talk about independently-owned restaurants along University

Avenue.

Music history and education

Today in Music History: Remembering legendary Motown drummer Uriel

Jones 3/24/2016 7:44AM 0:06:55

Billboard published its first U.S. LP chart; Elvis joined the Army; Lou Reed was bitten by a fan; the Bee Gees had

their 8th U.S. chart-topper; songwriter extraordinaire Nick Lowe celebrates his birthday; and legendary Motown

drummer Uriel Jones died, Today in Music History.

Local music coverage Night Moves perform in The Current studio 3/24/2016 11:00AM 0:17:28

On the release day of Pennied Days , Night Moves' sophomore album, the Minneapolis band stopped by The

Current to chat with host Jade and to perform all new songs live in-studio.

Music history and education Today in Music History: Remembering country musician Buck Owens 3/25/2016 7:44AM 0:04:47

Elvis performed at a benefit gig in Hawaii, then took eight years off; Pearl Jam's Eddie Vedder was pulled from

the sea after a scary encounter in a riptide; Bono was a character witness for Peter Buck; Prince took home an

Oscar for the music of 'Purple Rain'; and country musician Buck Owens died, Today in Music History.

Local arts and culture Movie Maven: Superman v. Batman 3/25/2016 8:31AM 0:05:32

Our Movie Maven Stephanie Curtis saw "Batman v Superman" and does not recommend it. Though she thought

the premise was interesting, she says "it is a ridiculous film from beginning to end". She just can't get over the

silliness of a Batman workout montage.

Music history and education Today in Music History: Happy Birthday Cheryl James, aka "Salt" 3/27/2016 8:05AM 0:02:47

Though it was a cold morning, we're looking forward to slightly warmer temperatures today. Let's will Spring to

happen with today's Coffee Break. Send us your songs that mention Spring things in the lyrics.

Local music coverage Kitten Forever perform in The Current studio 3/27/2016 6:00PM 0:21:05

Following the release of their new album 7 HEARTS , Minneapolis' Kitten Forever stopped by The Current to

perform live in-studio and to chat with Andrea Swensson of The Local Show .

Music history and education Today in Music History: Led Zeppelin had six albums on the Billboard Chart 3/28/2016 7:44AM 0:06:43

Bono became an honorary knight; David Bowie had a radio show; Beach Boy Brian Wilson was honored; and Led

Zeppelin had six albums on the Billboard Chart, Today in Music History.

Music history and education Today in Music History: Happy Birthday MC Hammer 3/29/2016 7:47AM 0:03:39

Lesley Gore recorded a breakthrough hit; the photo session for The Beatles' Sgt Pepper album took place; R.E.M.

began recording a big album; and MC Hammer was born, Today in Music History.

Music history and education Today in Music History: Jimi Hendrix set his guitar on fire 3/30/2016 7:45AM 0:05:17

RCA Victor introduced the 45 rpm single record; Chuck Berry released "Johnny B. Goode"; an AC/DC guitarist

celebrates his birthday; and Jimi Hendrix set his guitar on fire, Today in Music History.

Locally sourced food and drink Rock and Roll Lifestyle: dara moskowitz grumdahl 3/30/2016 8:30AM 0:06:06 Rock and Roll Lifestyle: dara moskowitz grumdahl on tipping trends in restaurants.

News Tom Weber with update on Jamar Clark case 3/30/2016 8:06AM 0:10:06 Tom Weber with update on Jamar Clark case.

Lifestyle Catfish and the Bottlemen perform in The Current studio 3/31/2016 3:30PM 0:19:25

Catfish and the Bottlemen traveled from their native Wales to the shores of the States to perform live in The

Current studio ahead of their new album's release.

Lifestyle Thao and the Get Down Stay Down perform in The Current studio 3/31/2016 12:00PM 0:20:29

Thao Nguyen took a chance in writing about something very personal on her latest record, 'A Man Alive,' but the

risks paid off. 'Whatever hardship I've encountered with being this openly sad, it's been superseded by how

incredible people have been,' she says when Thao and the Get Down Stay Down visit The Current's studio for a

session hosted by Jade.

Lifestyle Shearwater perform in The Current studio 3/22/2-16 3:00PM 0:23:26

In town for a show at the Turf Club supporting their new album, Shearwater stopped by The Current to perform

live in-studio and to chat with host Mary Lucia, who was thrilled to hear they would be recording a Bowie cover.

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Music history and education Today in Music History: The Doors release their self-titled debut album 1/4/2016 7:50AM 0:03:02

Elton John went No. 1 with his version of The Beatles' "Lucy In The Sky With Diamonds"; Thin Lizzy bassist and

singer Phil Lynott died of heart failure and pneumonia; and The Doors release their self-titled debut album,

Today in Music History.

Lifestyle

Sonny Knight and the Lakers team up with James Brown's band members

Jabo Starks and Fred Wesley 1/4/2016 5:30PM 0:27:42

On the suggestion of their booking manager, Sonny Knight and the Lakers have been collaborating on some

shows with Jabo Starks and Fred Wesley, the drummer and trombone player, respectively, from James Brown's

band. 'James Brown has always been an inspiration to me,' Knight says. 'And these guys lay down the funk so

well, it just makes it right.' The entire ensemble visited The Current for an in-studio session hosted by Bill DeVille.

Music history and education Today in Music History: The Sex Pistols made their U.S. debut 1/5/2016 7:58AM 0:02:18

Bob Dylan's Greatest Hits went Gold; The Wiz opened at the Majestic Theater on Broadway; Madonna went No.

1 with "Justify My Love"; and The Sex Pistols made their U.S. debut, Today in Music History.

Technology literacy Throbbing Hive with John Moe: Robot butlers and Trump-be-gone 1/5/2016 7:30AM 0:06:19

This week, John Moe stopped by The Current's Morning Show to talk to Jade and Sean McPherson about Mark

Zuckerberg's dreams of robot butlers and a new Chrome extension that filters out all internet mentions of

Donald Trump.

Music history and education Today in Music History: "You're So Vain" at No. 1 1/6/2016 7:55AM 0:03:03

Gibson launched its "Flying V" electric guitar; "Magical Mystery Tour" went No. 1; Pink Floyd started sessions at

Abbey Road Studios in London; and Carly Simon's "You're So Vain" started a three-week run at No. 1.

Locally sourced food and drink Eating and Drinking with Dara Moskowitz-Grumdahl: Cocktail Rooms 1/6/2016 8:30AM 0:05:49

Dara Moskowitz-Grumdahl stops by The Current's Morning Show to talk to Jade and Sean McPherson about local

cocktail rooms.

Local arts and culture Weekend Arts Roundup: Radical Recess, RoosevElvis and Joy of Japan 1/7/2016 8:30AM 0:04:11

MPR News Arts Reporter Marianne Combs joins Jade and Sean McPherson to talk about three happenings in the

local art world.

Music history and education Today in Music History: Oasis started recording 'Definitely Maybe' 1/7/2016 7:53AM 0:01:55

Black Sabbath released 'Paranoid'; Led Zeppelin's 'In Through The Out Door' went platinum; Nirvana performed

their final concert in the U.S.; Oasis started recording their debut album 'Definitely Maybe', Today in Music

History.

Music history and education Today in Music History: Happy Birthday David Bowie 1/8/2016 7:55AM 0:02:02

Queen reached number one on the U.K. Album Chart with 'A Day at the Races'; Rush was named the country's

official Ambassadors Of Music by the Canadian government; and David Bowie was born, Today in Music History.

Local arts and culture Cube Critic: The Revenant 1/8/2016 8:33AM 0:06:38 MPR Cube Critic Stephanie Curtis joins Jade and Sean McPherson to talk about "The Revenant".

Music history and education

Today in Music History: Led Zeppelin performed "Kashmir" live for the first

time 1/11/2016 7:50AM 0:02:14

The Jimi Hendrix Experience recorded 'Purple Haze' at Olympic Studios in London; Nirvana's landmark album

'Nevermind' reached the top of the Billboard 200 Album Chart; T. Rex drummer Mickey Finn died from alcohol

related liver problem; Led Zeppelin performed "Kashmir" live for the first time, Today in Music History.

Technology literacy Throbbing Hive with John Moe: Netflix categories and Peach app 1/12/2016 7:30AM 0:04:44

This week, John Moe stopped by The Current's Morning Show to talk to Sean McPherson about a new way to

categorize Netflix titles and Peach – a new social network.

Music history and education Today in Music History: Al Green inducted into Rock and Roll Hall of Fame 1/12/2016 7:56AM 0:02:26

Alice Cooper released his third album; The Police had their first rehearsal; Maurice Gibb of The Bee Gees died;

and Al Green was inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame, Today in Music History.

Music history and education Today in Music History: "Folsom Prison Blues" recorded live 1/13/2016 7:57AM 0:02:43

"The Twist" became the only single in the history of the charts to make it to #1 on two separate occasions; Bob

Dylan started recording 'Bringing It All Back Home'; "Folsom Prison Blues" was recorded live at Folsom Prison,

Today in Music History.

Literature and Literacy Jeff Kamin: The 2016 Book-et List 1/13/2016 7:31AM 0:05:48

Jade and Sean were joined by Jeff Kamin, moderator of Books & Bars and producer of MPR events to talk about

his 2016 "Book-et List". (You know, a "book-et list". Like a bucket list. A list of books you want to read before you

die.)

Locally sourced food and drink Eating and Drinking with Heavy Table's James Norton: Authenticity 1/13/2016 8:36AM 0:07:15

Heavy Table Editor James Norton joins Jade and Sean McPherson to talk about authenticity in the local food

scene.

Music history and education Today in Music History: Diana Ross's final appearance with The Supremes 1/14/2016 7:56AM 0:02:35

David Bowie released his debut single "Can't Help Thinking About Me"; Elvis Presley performed his "Aloha from

Hawaii" concert; The Sex Pistols played their last live gig at Winterland in San Francisco; and Diana Ross made her

last appearance with The Supremes, Today in Music History.

Local arts and culture Weekend Arts Roundup: Dear World, Lullaby and Drawings and Paintings 1/14/2016 8:30AM 0:03:46

MPR News Arts Reporter Marianne Combs joins Jade and Sean McPherson to talk about three happenings in the

local art world.

Local arts and culture Cube Critics: 2016 Oscar nominations 1/15/2016 8:29AM 0:06:40 MPR Cube Critic Stephanie Curtis joins Jade and Sean McPherson to talk about the 2016 Oscar nominations.

Lifestyle Lissie steps into new frontiers on 'My Wild West' 1/15/2016 7:30AM 21:20:00

Singer-songwriter Lissie says she was very lucky to have had the support of a major label earlier in her career. But

her next album, 'My Wild West' (due out on Feb. 12), Lissie took financial and creative control. 'It freed me up,'

she says. 'I own my own music, which is great!' Lissie stopped in to The Current studio to chat with Sean

McPherson and Jade, and to play some songs off her forthcoming album.

Music history and education Today in Music History: The Who release "I Can't Explain" 1/15/2016 7:52AM 0:02:28

The Rolling Stones were forced to change the lyrics of "Let's Spend The Night Together" to "Let's Spend Some

Time Together" when appearing on The Ed Sullivan Show; Led Zeppelin's 'Black Dog' made its debut on the U.S.

singles chart; and The Who had their first hit when they released "I Can't Explain" in the UK, Today in Music

History.

Music history and education Today in Music History: Happy Birthday Janis Joplin 1/19/2016 7:56AM 0:02:08

The Beatles began recording 'A Day In The Life'; 'The Wall' by Pink Floyd began a 15-week run on top of the

Billboard 200 Album Chart; and Janis Joplin was born, Today in Music History.

Technology literacy Throbbing Hive with John Moe: Wikipedia edits and movie buff videos 1/19/2016 8:29AM 0:05:17

This week, John Moe stopped by The Current's Morning Show to talk to Jade and Sean McPherson about the top

15 most edited articles on Wikipedia, and a pair of new fan videos out there for movie buffs.

Music history and education Today in Music History: Remembering Etta James 1/20/2016 7:57AM 0:02:25

The Beatles' debut U.S. album, 'Meet The Beatles', was released; Ozzy Osbourne bit the head off a bat; The

Beach Boys, The Beatles, Bob Dylan and The Supremes were inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame; and

Etta James died at age 73, Today in Music History.

Locally sourced food and drink Eating and Drinking with The Growler's Joe Alton: Neighborhood breweries 1/20/2016 8:30AM 0:06:10 Joe Alton visits The Current's Morning Show to talk about growth in the world of neighborhood breweries.

Music history and education Today in Music History: Remembering Jackie Wilson 1/21/2016 7:54AM 0:02:37

The Jimi Hendrix Experience began recording their cover of Bob Dylan's "All Along the Watchtower"; 'Saturday

Night Fever' started a 24 week run at No. 1; Squeeze was the debut band on MTV's successful Unplugged

program; and Soul singer Jackie Wilson died at age 49, Today in Music History.

Local arts and culture Weekend Arts Roundup: Watercolors, box art and Guerrilla Girls 1/21/2016 8:29AM 0:05:17

MPR News Arts Reporter Marianne Combs joins Jade and Sean McPherson to talk about three gallery events you

can see in the local art world.

Lifestyle A conversation with Chuck D 1/21/2016 7:31AM 0:13:00

Chuck D -- a cofounder and core member of one of the most influential and long-lasting groups in music history,

Public Enemy -- was recently in the Twin Cities to speak at Augsburg College as part of its Martin Luther King, Jr.

Day Convocation. Beforehand, Chuck D sat down with The Current's Sean McPherson for a conversation about

music, race and community.

Local music coverage Interview: Tommy Stinson 1/21/2016 3:30PM 0:20:32

Two days before he takes the stage at First Avenue as part of The Current's 11th Birthday Party celebrations,

Tommy Stinson talks to host Mary Lucia about his new projects and shares some thoughts on his previous work

with the Replacements and with Guns n' Roses. 'Life's good right now,' Tommy says.

Music history and education Today in Music History: "These Boots Are Made for Walkin'" 1/22/2016 7:58AM 0:02:52

Buddy Holly made his last recordings in his New York City apartment; The Beach Boys went into the studio to

record "Wouldn't It Be Nice"; MTV started broadcasting to the West Coast; and "These Boots Are Made for

Walkin'" entered the Hot 100 Singles Chart for the second time, Today in Music History.

Local arts and culture Cube Critic: Son of Saul 1/22/2016 8:30AM 0:03:57

MPR Cube Critic Stephanie Curtis joins Jade and Sean McPherson to talk about Son of Saul, a 2015 Hungarian

drama film and Oscar contender.

Lifestyle Iggy Pop and Josh Homme detail 'Post Pop Depression,' hint at spring tour 1/22/2016 3:30PM 0:10:16

On Thursday it was revealed that Iggy Pop and Josh Homme teamed up and recorded an album under wraps.

Looch called up Iggy and Josh to talk about Post Pop Depression, the text conversation that sparked the project,

how they went about collaborating, and who all was involved in the making of the record.

Music history and education Today in Music History: Paul McCartney recorded Unplugged for MTV 1/25/2016 7:55AM 0:02:32

A year and a half after its initial release, Lynyrd Skynyrd peaked at number 19 on the Billboard Hot 100 Singles

Chart with "Free Bird"; The Allman Brothers Band bassist Lamar Williams died of lung cancer age 34; The Rolling

Stones kicked off their "No Security Tour"; and Paul McCartney recorded Unplugged for MTV, Today in Music

History.

Lifestyle

Cage the Elephant's Matthew Schultz talks Dan Auerbach, Bonnie & Clyde

and 'Making a Murderer' 1/25/2016 10:00PM 0:05:48

On the heels of releasing Tell Me I'm Pretty, Cage the Elephant's Matthew Schultz sat down to chat with New

Hot host David Safar to talk about the album, what it was like working with producer Dan Auerbach, and

Schultz's Netflix queue.

Music history and education Today in Music History: Buddy Holly's first recording session 1/26/2016 7:58AM 0:02:31

Bishop Burke prohibited the dance of the devil, "The Twist"; Ringo Starr went No. 1 on the U.S. singles chart with

his version of "You're Sixteen"; Queen had their second U.K. No. 1 with "Innuendo"; and Buddy Holly's first

recording session for Decca Records took place in Nashville, Today in Music History.

Music history and education Today in Music History: John Lennon recorded "Instant Karma!" 1/27/2016 7:58AM 0:02:21

Elvis Presley's single, "Heartbreak Hotel" was released by RCA Records; Frank Sinatra played a benefit show at

Carnegie Hall in New York City for Martin Luther King; Stevie Wonder had his first No. 1 hit in a decade with

"Superstition"; and John Lennon wrote, recorded and mixed his new single "Instant Karma!", Today in Music

History.

Literature and Literacy Tracy Mumford: Books on the big screen in 2016 1/27/2016 7:32AM 0:04:28

MPR News's Digital Books Producer Tracy Mumford joins Jade and Sean to talk about 2016 movies that are based

on books.

Locally sourced food and drink Eating and Drinking with Heavy Table's James Norton: Herbivorous Butcher 1/27/2016 8:32AM 0:05:19

Heavy Table Editor James Norton joins Jade and Sean McPherson to talk about meatless meats from the

Herbivorous Butcher.

Local arts and culture

Weekend Arts Roundup: Carmina Burana, art inspired by Black Lives

Matter, and Art Sled Rally 1/28/2016 8:31AM 0:04:25

MPR News Arts Reporter Marianne Combs joins Jade and Sean McPherson to talk about three happenings in the

local art world: Carmina Burana, art inspired by Black Lives Matter, and Art Sled Rally

Health Joanne Slavin on diet and exercise 1/28/2016 7:33AM 0:05:54 Dr. Joanne Slavin is a professor in the Department of Food Science and Nutrition at the University of Minnesota

Music history and education Today in Music History: Fleetwood Mac's 'Rumours' went No. 1 1/28/2016 7:56AM 0:02:03

Skynyrd keyboard player Billy Powell died at the age of 56; Jamaican electronics musician King Tubby was born

today in 1941; and Fleetwood Mac's 'Rumours' went No. 1, Today in Music History.

Music history and education Today in Music History: Remembering Willie Dixon 1/29/2016 7:50AM 0:03:37

Aerosmith reached the top ten on the Singles Chart with 'Walk This Way'; Arctic Monkeys went No. 1 on the U.K.

album chart with their debut album 'Whatever People Say I Am That's What I'm Not'; and Willie Dixon died of

heart failure, Today in Music History.

Local arts and culture Cube Critic: 2016 Oscar Shorts 1/29/2016 8:33AM 0:06:01

MPR Cube Critic Stephanie Curtis joins Jade and Sean McPherson to talk about the 2016 Oscar-nominated short

films.

Local arts and culture Winter Carnival with King Boreas 1/29/2016 7:32AM 0:04:32 Winter Carnival with King Boreas

Lifestyle Set for a big year ahead, Andra Day performs at The Current 1/29/2016 3:30PM 0:17:03

Discovered and championed by Stevie Wonder after busking outside a California strip mall, Andra Day now has

an album produced by Raphael Saadiq (among others), a music video directed by Spike Lee, and two Grammy

nominations. 'It's pretty incredible the way it came about,' Day says. While visiting the Twin Cities, Day stopped

at The Curent to perform a couple songs and to chat with Brian Oake.

Local music coverage Polica perform three new songs in The Current studio 1/30/2016 6:00PM 0:24:55

Anticipating the release of their third album United Crushers on March 4, Polica stopped by The Current to

perform live in-studio and to chat with host Andrea Swensson of The Local Show.

Music history and education Today in Music History: Blondie released "Call Me" 2/1/2016 7:56AM 0:02:19

17 year-old Neil Young performed his first professional gig; The Beatles started a seven-week run at No. 1 on the

U.S. singles chart with "I Want To Hold Your Hand"; Rick James was born; and Blondie released "Call Me", Today

in Music History.

Local arts and culture 9:30 Coffee Break: All Duluth artists (with special guest Mayor Emily Larson) 2/1/2016 9:08AM 0:03:37

Duluth Mayor Emily Larson stopped by The Current's Morning Show studio to talk to Sean and Jade about The

Current going live on 90.9 FM in Duluth. As the 90.9 switch officially flips over to The Current in Duluth at 9:09

a.m. today, who better to kick off the festivities?

Technology literacy

Throbbing Hive with John Moe: Hacking cribs and hip hop interactive

timeline 2/2/2016 7:33AM 0:04:47

This week, John Moe stopped by The Current's Morning Show to talk to Jade and Sean McPherson about people

hacking into crib monitors and a hip hop interactive timeline.

Music history and education Today in Music History: Celebrating Graham Nash on his birthday 2/2/2016 7:55AM 0:02:50

The Beatles played their first professional gig outside of Liverpool; Sex Pistols bassist Sid Vicious died of a heroin

overdose in New York City; and Graham Nash, guitarist and singer who began his career with the Hollies and later

became part of Crosby Stills Nash & Young, was born, Today in Music History.

Music history and education Today in Music History: The Day the Music Died 2/3/2016 7:55AM 0:02:23

The Beatles started work on their new single "Lady Madonna"; Elton John started a three-week run at No. 1 on

the U.S. singles chart with "Crocodile Rock"; Pearl Jam began their first-ever European tour; and Buddy Holly, JP

Richardson (aka The Big Bopper) and Ritchie Valens, along with pilot Roger Peterson, died in a plane crash shortly

after takeoff from Clear Lake, Iowa, Today in Music History.

Locally sourced food and drink Eating and Drinking with The Growler's Joe Alton: The Beer Dabbler 2/3/2016 8:33AM 0:04:57 Joe Alton visits The Current's Morning Show to talk about the Beer Dabbler Winter Carnival.

Music history and education Today in Music History: Remembering Karen Carpenter 2/4/2016 7:56AM 0:02:22

"You've Lost That Lovin' Feeling" by The Righteous Brothers was No. 1 in the U.S. and the U.K.; The Rolling Stones

released "19th Nervous Breakdown"; The Beatles recorded "Across the Universe" at Abbey Road Studios in

London; and Karen Carpenter died of heart failure, Today in Music History.

Local arts and culture Weekend Arts Roundup: Bright Half Life, The Amish Project, Art Shanties 2/4/2016 8:33AM 0:04:52

MPR News Arts Reporter Marianne Combs joins Jade and Sean McPherson to talk about three happenings in the

local art world.

Music history and education Today in Music History: The Beatles' 'Hello, Goodbye' at No. 1 2/5/2016 7:55AM 0:02:32

Black Sabbath began recording 'Master of Reality'; Paul Simon released his first new song without Art Garfunkel,

'Mother and Child Reunion'; The Rolling Stones performed the halftime show of Super Bowl XL in Detroit; and

'Hello, Goodbye' off 'Magical Mystery Tour' by The Beatles was the No. 1 single in the country, Today in Music

History.

Local arts and culture Cube Critic: Hail, Caesar! 2/5/2016 8:30AM 0:04:07

MPR Cube Critic Stephanie Curtis joins Jade and Sean McPherson to talk about 'Hail, Caesar!', the new Coen

Brothers film.

Lifestyle

Andrew Bird talks new album 'Are You Serious,' collaboration with Fiona

Apple 2/5/2016 3:00PM 0:06:50

Andrew Bird stopped by The Current ahead of his performance on A Prairie Home Companion this weekend with

host Chris Thile and Paul Simon to talk about his new album Are You Serious and collaborating with Fiona Apple.

Lifestyle Martin Courtney embraces the collaborative solo approach 2/8/2016 11:00AM 0:21:09

Martin Courtney's new album, 'Many Moons,' came about through collaboration but was dubbed a solo project

for lack of a better band name. 'It's definitely a group effort,' Courtney says, 'but it's really hard to come up with

a good band name.' Courtney has no trouble writing good songs, though; listen to some of them in this session

hosted by Bill DeVille.

Music history and education Today in Music History: Queen released "Killer Queen" 2/8/2016 7:57AM 0:03:17

TCB' by The Supremes with Temptations went to No. 1 on the US album chart; Oasis was forced to cancel their

first foreign tour after they were deported from Holland; Keith Knudsen, drummer for The Doobie Brothers died

of chronic pneumonia; and Queen released "Killer Queen", Today in Music History.

Music history and education

Today in Music History: Iggy Pop and the Stooges performed their final

concert 2/9/2016 7:57AM 0:03:37

The Beatles made their live U.S. television debut; Paul McCartney made his live debut with Wings; Madonna

started a three-week run at No. 1 on the U.S. album chart with 'Like A Virgin'; and Iggy Pop and the Stooges

performed their final concert at the Michigan Palace in Detroit, Today in Music History.

Technology literacy Throbbing Hive with John Moe: Frinkiac and 'The Chickening' 2/9/2016 7:33AM 0:04:56

This week, John Moe stopped by The Current's Morning Show to talk to Jade and Sean McPherson about Frinkiac

- the Simpsons search engine and 'The Chickening' - a poultry remix of 'The Shining'.

Music history and education Today in Music History: The Clash began recording their first album 2/10/2016 7:54AM 0:02:48

Frank Sinatra started a five-week run at No. 1 on the U.S. album chart with 'Come Fly With Me'; Carole King's

'Tapestry" was released; Paula Abdul started a three-week run at No. 1 on the U.S. singles chart with "Opposites

Attract" (starring our own MC Skat Kat / Production Manager Derrick Stevens) and The Clash began recording

sessions in London for their first album, Today in Music History.

Locally sourced food and drink Eating and Drinking with Solo Vino's Chuck Kanski: La Valentina 2/10/2016 8:31AM 0:01:10

As Valentines Day is creeping up on us, wine expert Chuck Kanski visits The Current's Morning Show to talk about

romantic wine parings that will make your holiday that much more harmonious.

Music history and education Today in Music History: David Bowie released 'Sound and Vision' 2/11/2016 7:54AM 0:04:17

The Beatles recorded 10 new songs for their first album, plus four other tracks which would be the next two

singles; Whitney Houston was found dead at the Beverly Hilton Hotel; and David Bowie released "Sound and

Vision", Today in Music History.

Local arts and culture Weekend Arts Roundup: Saint Paul Ballet, The Arsonists and Sinew 2/11/2016 8:34AM 0:03:17

MPR News Arts Reporter Marianne Combs joins Jade and Sean McPherson to talk about 'Sinew: Female Native

Artists of the Twin Cities', 'The Arsonists' from Frank Theatre and the Saint Paul Ballet at the Cowles.

Local arts and culture 9:30 Coffee Break: Music coming to St. Paul 2/11/2016 9:05AM 0:07:25

Mayor Coleman is joining The Morning Show today to talk about the Year of Music - a year-long celebration of

music in St. Paul. For today's 9:30 Coffee Break, what bands do you want to hear that will be performing in St.

Paul in 2016?

Lifestyle Jeremy Messersmith haunts the Palace Theater with his "Ghost" 2/11/2016 9:05AM 0:04:36

The renovations are underway for St. Paul's Palace Theater, and to help kick-off the St. Paul "Sounds Perfect"

year in music celebration, we invited Jeremy Messersmith to test out the acoustics.

Music history and education Today in Music History: Happy Birthday Michael McDonald 2/12/2016 7:54AM 0:03:59

John Lennon performed 'Instant Karma' on BBC TV's 'Top Of The Pops'; Al Green went to No. 1 on the U.S. singles

chart with "Let's Stay Together"; David Bowie received a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame; The Miracles'

"Shop Around" became Motown Records' first million-selling single; and Michael McDonald was born, Today in

Music History.

Local arts and culture Cube Critic: Deadpool 2/12/2016 8:33AM 0:05:23

MPR Cube Critic Euan Kerr joins Sean McPherson and Jim McGuinn to talk about 'Deadpool', a superhero film

based on the Marvel Comics character of the same name.

Lifestyle KING perform in The Current studio 2/12/2016 7:00PM 0:16:51

Ahead of a gig at Icehouse (that Prince himself attended), KING stopped by The Current to record tracks off their

debut album live in-studio and to chat with Mark Wheat about their connection to Minnesota.

Local music coverage The Cactus Blossoms perform in The Current studio 2/13/2016 11:00AM 0:19:51

With their debut full-length album, 'You're Dreaming,' now released, the Cactus Blossoms are ready to take the

show on the road. They'll soon be shuffling off to Milwaukee to begin a tour, but not before they stopped in to

The Current for a session hosted by Bill DeVille. 'We're just happy that the album is out,' the Cactus Blossoms'

Page Burkum says. Listen to the complete in-studio session.

Music history and education Today in Music History: Remembering Sonny Bono 2/16/2016 7:59AM 0:02:24

Bruce Springsteen went No. 1 with 'Born in the U.S.A.'; Yusuf Islam was awarded substantial damages from The

Sunday Times and The Sun after they printed articles alleging he was involved in terrorism; 50 Cent was at No. 1

with his debut album 'Get Rich or Die Tryin''; and Sonny Bono was born, Today in Music History.

Technology literacy Throbbing Hive with John Moe: Dog breeds and Dark Side 2/16/2016 7:34AM 0:05:39

This week, John Moe stopped by The Current's Morning Show to talk to Sean McPherson about an app that

matches people with their dog breed, and a new theory that suggests 'Star Wars: The Force Awakens' syncs up

perfectly with Pink Floyd's 'Dark Side Of The Moon'.

Music history and education Today in Music History: 'Girl From The North Country' recorded 2/17/2016 7:54AM 0:06:10

Elvis earned his first Gold album; James Taylor appeared on television; AC/DC released their first album; Franz

Ferdinand swept a bunch of awards; and Johnny Cash re-recorded "Girl From The North Country" with Bob

Dylan, Today in Music History.

Locally sourced food and drink Eating and Drinking with Dara Moskowitz-Grumdahl: Integrative medicine 2/17/2016 8:32AM 0:06:02

Dara Moskowitz-Grumdahl stops by The Current's Morning Show to talk to Jade and Sean McPherson about

integrative medicine - pairing Western treatments with non-traditional remedies.

Music history and education Today in Music History: Remembering the Replacements' Bob Stinson 2/18/2016 7:59AM 0:06:38

Ray Charles and Brian Wilson each recorded songs that would become big hits; Neil Young earned a Gold Record;

Yoko Ono and Dr. Dre celebrate birthdays; and we remember the Replacements' founding guitarist Bob Stinson,

who passed away Today in Music History.

Local arts and culture

Weekend Arts Roundup: Free Black Dirt, If My Feet Have Lost the Ground,

The Aliens 2/18/2016 8:32AM 0:03:53

MPR News Arts Reporter Marianne Combs joins Jade and Sean McPherson to talk about three happenings in the

local art world.

Lifestyle A conversation with Naughty by Nature 2/18/2016 7:30AM 0:17:59

On Wednesday, Feb. 17, Sean McPherson sat down with one of the most revered hip-hop groups of all time,

Naughty by Nature. Known for infectious hits as well as contemplative tunes, Naughty by Nature shared stories

and insights that speak volumes to their longevity in the music business. Listen to Sean's complete interview with

Naughty by Nature.

Music history and education

Today in Music History: 'Songs In The Key Of Life' wins Grammy for Album

of the Year 2/19/2016 7:51AM 0:04:52

Harry Nilsson went to No. 1 with "Without You"; Ozzy Osbourne was arrested in San Antonio, Texas, for urinating

on the Alamo; Smokey Robinson was born; and Stevie Wonder won the Grammy for Album Of The Year, Today in

Music History.

Local arts and culture Cube Critic: A War 2/19/2016 8:30AM 0:06:29

MPR Cube Critic Stephanie Curtis joins Jade and Sean McPherson to talk about Oscar-nominated "A War", a 2015

Danish film.

Local music coverage The Pines perform in The Current studio 2/21/2016 6:00PM 0:26:12

Anticipating the release of their new album Above the Prairie, the Pines stopped by The Current to perform live

in-studio and to chat with host Andrea Swensson of The Local Show.

Music history and education Today in Music History: The Beatles recorded "I Want You (She's So Heavy)" 2/22/2016 8:03AM 0:05:32

Elvis Presley was at No. 1 with 'Rock-A- Hula Baby / Can't Help Falling In Love'; MTV dedicated a full 22 hours

broadcast to The Monkees; Andy Warhol died; and The Beatles recorded "I Want You (She's So Heavy)", Today in

Music History.

Music history and education Today in Music History: "Crazy Little Thing Called Love" reached No. 1 2/23/2016 7:56AM 0:06:23

Elvis and Priscilla call it quits; Fleetwood Mac win Album of the Year for 'Rumours'; Santana brings home a bundle

of Grammys; and Queen nab their first U.S. No. 1 single with 'Crazy Little Thing Called Love,' Today in Music

History.

Technology literacy Throbbing Hive with John Moe: Apple vs. FBI and 'Damn Daniel' 2/23/2016 7:32am 0:06:23

This week, John Moe stopped by The Current's Morning Show to talk to Jade and Sean McPherson about what's

actually going on with Apple and the FBI, and "Damn, Daniel" which has 230,000 retweets on Twitter.

Music history and education Today in Music History: Paul Simon won a Grammy for 'Graceland' 2/24/2016 7:53AM 0:05:05

The Beatles began their second film; Kurt and Courtney tied the knot; 'Roxanne' entered the Billboard Hot 100;

Led Zeppelin released a double album; and Paul Simon won a Grammy for 'Graceland', Today in Music History.

Locally sourced food and drink Eating and Drinking with Heavy Table's James Norton: Green Line Checklist 2/24/2016 8:32AM 0:07:00 Heavy Table Editor James Norton joins Jade and Sean McPherson to talk about the Green Line Checklist.

Music history and education Today in Music History: Frank Sinatra performed his final concert 2/25/2016 7:55AM 0:05:00

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.

Local arts and culture

Weekend Arts Roundup: Shapeshift, Tales from Rashomon and The

Critic/The Real Inspector Hound 2/25/2016 8:32AM 0:03:48

MPR News Arts Reporter Marianne Combs joins Jade and Sean McPherson to talk about three happenings in the

local art world.

Music history and education Today in Music History: 'Thriller' at No. 1 on the U.S. album chart 2/26/2016 7:56am 0:02:14

Sales of the 45 RPM single outpace the 78 for the first time; Nancy Sinatra sings about some aggressive boots;

Johnny Cash was born on this date; and Michael Jackson has a No. 1 album with 'Thriller' Today in Music History.

Local arts and culture Movie Maven: 2016 Oscars 2/26/2016 8:29am 0:06:02 MPR Movie Maven Stephanie Curtis joins Jade and Sean McPherson to talk about the 2016 Oscars.

Lifestyle Low Cut Connie perform in The Current studio 2/26/2016 11:00AM 0:17:37

Low Cut Connie brought their spirited rock 'n' roll to The Current's studio for a session hosted by Mac Wilson,

kicking out a rollicking rendition of their single 'Boozophilia,' followed by a barrelhouse medley of the Velvet

Underground's 'Foggy Notion' and David Bowie's 'Suffragette City'. 'It's a pleasure to be able to have a platform

to honor [Lou Reed and David Bowie], and to put our little stamp on their music,' says the band's Adam Weiner.

Music history and education

Today in Music History: 'Sgt. Pepper's Lonely Hearts Club Band' wins big at

Grammys 2/28/2016 7:54AM 0:02:32

Robert Plant released his fourth solo album, 'Now And Zen'; Davy Jones, the Manchester-born lead singer of The

Monkees, died at age 66; and 'Sgt. Pepper's Lonely Hearts Club Band' wins big at Grammys, Today in Music

History.

Lifestyle Jason Isbell performs in The Current studio 2/28/2016 9:00AM 0:28:20

Just one week out from his double Grammy win and set to play a sold-out show at Northrop in Minneapolis,

Jason Isbell stopped by The Current's studio along with Amanda Shires and Sadler Vaden. The three performed a

set of four songs and chatted with host Bill DeVille. 'I love the studio and I love the station,' Isbell says during his

visit. 'We always appreciate it.'

Lifestyle Matt Healy of the 1975 on making bold decisions 2/29/2016 10:00PM 0:05:43

On the heels of releasing their sophomore LP, Matty Healy of the 1975 sat down to chat with New Hot host

David Safar to talk about I Like It When You Sleep, for You Are So Beautiful Yet So Unaware of It, forthcoming

demo releases and making bold decisions in the name of the album.

Music history and education Today in Music History: Janet Jackson opened 'Rhythm Nation' world tour 3/1/2016 7:56AM 0:02:20

Gene Clark of The Byrds announced he was leaving the group due to his fear of flying; The Beatles started

recording 'Lucy in the Sky with Diamonds'; Frank Smith from Air Supply died of pneumonia; and Janet Jackson

opened her 'Rhythm Nation' world tour, Today in Music History.

Technology literacy Throbbing Hive with John Moe: Digital Cats and Hip Hop Remakes 3/1/2016 7:33AM 0:05:36

This week, John Moe stopped by The Current's Morning Show to talk to Jade and Sean McPherson about what's

happening online this week. 'So many weird things are going on,' John says, 'and the weirdest thing going on

now is this game called Neko Atsume.' Find out more about it on this week's Throbbing Hive.

Lifestyle Julia Holter performs in The Current studio 3/1/2016 7:00PM 0:22:10

Julia Holter's 2015 album, 'Have You in My Wilderness,' found itself included in many best-of lists. 'Things like

that don't show in obvious ways,' Holter says, 'but we are selling out shows … that's the most clear change for

me.' Before a gig at the 7th Street Entry in Minneapolis, Holter and her band stopped in to The Current for an in-

studio session hosted by Mark Wheat.

Locally sourced food and drink Eating and Drinking with Dara Moskowitz-Grumdahl: Soup! 3/2/2016 8:34AM 0:04:51

Dara Moskowitz-Grumdahl stops by The Current's Morning Show to talk to Jade and Sean McPherson about the

best soups in town.

Music history and education Today in Music History: Lou Reed was born 3/2/2016 7:55AM 0:02:52

Bo Diddley recorded his first single; the Four Seasons notched their third number-one hit; the compact disc was

introduced; and Lou Reed was born in Brooklyn, N.Y., Today in Music History.

Local arts and culture

Weekend Arts Roundup: Reconfiguring Casta, You for Me for You, The

Averagers 3/3/2016 8:31am 0:04:43

MPR News Arts Reporter Marianne Combs joins Jade and Sean McPherson to talk about a range of arts

happenings, including a print-and-painting exhibition that looks at race identity; a play that follows the lives of

two North Korean sisters, one of whom chooses to emigrate to the U.S.; and a Minnesota spoof of 'The

Avengers'.

Music history and education Today in Music History: Harry Nilsson earned a Gold record 3/3/2016 7:56AM 0:02:32

Buffalo Springfield formed; the Animals angered some fans in Canada's capital city; the Foo Fighters made their

debut; U2 got a street named after them in NY - albeit temporarily; and Harry Nilsson earned a Gold record

Today in Music History.

Lifestyle Kaleo perform in The Current studio 3/3/2016 7:00PM 0:23:50

Kaleo's name is Hawaiian, the band members are Icelandic, they recorded their EP in London and their home is

now Austin, Texas. 'It was a logical decision to move to the U.S.,' says frontman JJ Julius Son. 'It made sense.'

Now on tour, Kaleo stopped at The Current to play songs and to talk to Mark Wheat before their show at the

Triple Rock Social Club in Minneapolis.

Music history and education Today in Music History: The Rolling Stones' 'Ruby Tuesday' went No. 1 3/4/2016 7:53AM 0:02:30

The first Grammy winners were announced; John Lennon got into a kerfuffle with comments made in the press;

CBS released the Clash's debut album; and the Rolling Stones had a No. 1 hit with "Ruby Tuesday" Today in Music

History.

Local arts and culture Cube Critic: Whiskey Tango Foxtrot 3/4/2016 8:31AM 0:04:28

Cube Critic Euan Kerr joins Jade and Sean McPherson to talk about 'Whiskey Tango Foxtrot', starring Tina Fey and

Martin Freeman and based on the memoir 'The Taliban Shuffle: Strange Days in Afghanistan and Pakistan' by Kim

Barker.

Local music coverage Molly Dean performs in The Current studio 3/6/2016 6:00PM 0:20:03

In light of the release of her new album The Natural Minor, Molly Dean stopped by The Current to perform live in-

studio and to chat with host Andrea Swensson of The Local Show.

Music history and education Today in Music History: The Beastie Boys went No. 1 3/7/2016 7:42AM 0:05:54

"Dueling Banjos" got a gold record; David Bowie released his ninth studio album 'Young Americans'; George

Michael was voted the sexiest musician; and The Beastie Boys were the first rap act at No. 1, Today in Music

History.

Music history and education Today in Music History: David Bowie made his TV debut 3/8/2016 7:44AM 0:06:19

Diana Ross emerged as a live act for the first time, The Small Faces broke up, Micky Dolenz was born, and David

Bowie made his TV debut, Today in Music History.

Music history and education

Today in Music History: The Clash went No. 1 with 'Should I Stay or Should I

Go' 3/9/2016 7:45AM 0:04:51

Black Sabbath made their debut; REO Speedwagon had a No. 1 hit; Carole King was inducted into the Songwriters

Hall of Fame; U2 released 'The Joshua Tree'; and The Clash had their only No. 1 U.K. hit with 'Should I Stay or

Should I Go', Today in Music History.

Technology literacy

Throbbing Hive with John Moe: Super bugs and Hamilton women sing

feminist quotes. 3/9/2016 7:30AM 0:05:32 Throbbing Hive with John Moe: Super bugs and Hamilton women sing feminist quotes.

Locally sourced food and drink

Rock and Roll Lifestyle with Dara Moskowitz Grumdahl: Best Restaurants

2016 3/10/2016 8:30AM 0:05:44 Rock and Roll Lifestyle with Dara Moskowitz Grumdahl: Best Restaurants 2016

Music history and education Today in Music History: Pink Floyd released 'The Dark Side Of The Moon' 3/10/2016 7:49AM 0:03:42

The Sex Pistols inked a six-day contract; Pearl Jam's bassist and drummer celebrate birthdays; Simon and

Garfunkel recorded 'The Sound of Silence'; and Pink Floyd released 'Dark Side of the Moon', Today in Music

History.

Local arts and culture Movie Mister: 10 Cloverfield Lane 3/11/2016 8:32AM 0:03:45 Movie Mister review of 10 Cloverfield Lane.

Music history and education Today in Music History: '(Sittin' On) The Dock of the Bay' went gold 3/11/2016 7:41AM 0:04:25

The Slits made their debut; Oasis recorded their first studio demos; Paul McCartney was knighted; and Otis

Redding had a posthumous Gold Record with '(Sittin' On) The Dock of the Bay', Today in Music History.

Lifestyle Lake Street Dive perform in The Current studio 3/13/2016 10:00AM 0:21:31 Lake Street Dive's new album, 'Side Pony', was produced by Dave Cobb, a producer whose work in the Americana genre has earned acclaim. Lake Street Dive aren't necessarily Americana artists, but that didn't matter. 'We don't really of a good job at defining ourselves by a specific genre,' says Lake Street Dive's Rachael Price, 'which is just maybe something that isn't necessary to do at all.' Listen to the complete in-studio session, hosted by Bill DeVille.

Music history and education Today in Music History: Beatles dominated the top of the charts 3/14/2016 7:48AM 0:01:18

Elvis Presley was passed over; Elton John had a hit with "Crocodile Rock"; Roxy Music had their only No.1 single;

and the Beatles dominated the top of the charts, Today in Music History.

Music history and education Today in Music History: Sly Stone is 73 3/15/2016 7:50AM 0:03:01

Prince wrote The Bangles a hit; Bruce Springsteen joined the Rock 'n Roll Hall of Fame; and Sly Stone was born,

Today in Music History.

Local arts and culture Luke Burbank Live 3/15/2016 7:30AM 0:10:29 Luke Burbank Live on local event at Fitzgerald with Live Wire podcast

Music history and education Today in Music History: Flavor Flav is 57 3/16/2016 7:44AM 0:02:54

Simon and Garfunkel cleaned up at the Grammys; Elvis returned to Memphis after a 13-year absence; ABBA got

inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame; Motown lost rising star Tammi Terrell far too early, and Flavor Flav

was born, Today in Music History.

Music history and education

Today in Music History: Amazon's Pay By Selfie system and 'The Walk of Life

Project' 3/16/2016 7:30AM 0:05:17 Today in Music History: Amazon's Pay By Selfie system and 'The Walk of Life Project'

Music history and education Today in Music History: U2 got their big break 3/17/2016 7:45AM 0:03:04

Elvis Presley bought Graceland; the Bee Gees made their U.S. television debut; Van Halen had a high-flying hit;

Hozier was born; and U2 won a pivotal talent contest that propelled them further along the road to global

success, Today in Music History.

Local arts and culture Rock and Roll Lifestyle with Brewery Running Series 3/17/2016 8:30AM 0:05:49 Morgan of @MNBreweryRun stopped by to talk about the Brewery Running Series. #RockandRollLifestyle

Music history and education Today in Music History: Grant Hart is 55 3/18/2016 7:41AM 0:04:15

Frank Sinatra made his first recording; the Bee Gees had a had in the top three singles in the U.S. singles charts;

the Ramones got inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame; the Clash released their very first single; and

Hüsker Dü drummer Grant Hart was born, Today in Music History.

Local arts and culture Movie Maven: Allegiant 3/18/2016 8:30AM 0:06:38

Our Movie Maven Stephanie Curtis saw "Allegiant", the third installment of the "Divergent" series, and said the

movie was a muddle. "I don't know what these people are fighting for or who they're against". Even people that

are fans of the series can skip this installment, she said.

Lifestyle Brian Fallon performs in The Current studio 3/19/2016 1:00PM 0:21:08 Brian Fallon, who also plays with the bands Gaslight Anthem and Horrible Crows, now has a solo record out, 'Painkillers.' Fallon has a strategy for multitasking: 'I have a thing where I only write one record at a time,' he says. While in the Twin Cities for a show in Minneapolis, Fallon stopped at The Current for an in-studio session hosted by Mac Wilson.

Blondie entered the R&B chart with 'Autoamerican' - Version 2 3/21/2016 8:31AM 0:06:31

David Bowie and Iggy Pop got busted, Soul Coughing disbanded, and Blondie's rap was their biggest crossover

hit, Today in Music History.

Music history and education Today in Music History: 'The Rutles: All You Need Is Cash' aired on NBC 3/22/2016 7:42AM 0:04:57

Depeche Mode was the first alternative British band to go to number one; Loretta Lynn was hospitalized; Carl

Perkins was in a nearly fatal car accident; and 'The Rutles: All You Need Is Cash' aired on NBC, Today in Music

History.

Music history and education Chaka Khan is 63 3/23/2016 7:42AM 0:04:16

Ruby and the Romantics' day arrived with a No. 1 hit on their first outing; John Lennon was ordered to leave the

U.S.; Elvis began his final tour; John Fogerty's baseball homage became a No. 1 album; and Blur frontman Damon

Albarn and Chaka Khan were born, Today in Music History.

Technology literacy The Throbbing Hive with John Moe 3/23/2016 7:30AM 0:05:22 John Moe stopped by to talk about Twitter is now 10 years old and 3D printing.

Lifestyle Lucius perform in The Current studio 3/23/2016 5:00PM 0:19:54

On the first night of their tour in support of their new album, 'Good Grief,' Lucius stopped in to The Current's

studio for a session hosted by Mary Lucia. The selection of Minneapolis as a place to launch the tour wasn't

taken lightly by the Brooklyn-based five piece. 'It feels like home for us, for sure,' says Lucius's Jess Wolfe. Listen

to the complete session.

Local arts and culture Rock and Roll Lifestyle: James Norton "University Avenue" 3/24/2016 8:34AM 0:05:53

James Norton of The Heavy Table stopped by to talk about independently-owned restaurants along University

Avenue.

Music history and education

Today in Music History: Remembering legendary Motown drummer Uriel

Jones 3/24/2016 7:44AM 0:06:55

Billboard published its first U.S. LP chart; Elvis joined the Army; Lou Reed was bitten by a fan; the Bee Gees had

their 8th U.S. chart-topper; songwriter extraordinaire Nick Lowe celebrates his birthday; and legendary Motown

drummer Uriel Jones died, Today in Music History.

Local music coverage Night Moves perform in The Current studio 3/24/2016 11:00AM 0:17:28

On the release day of Pennied Days , Night Moves' sophomore album, the Minneapolis band stopped by The

Current to chat with host Jade and to perform all new songs live in-studio.

Music history and education Today in Music History: Remembering country musician Buck Owens 3/25/2016 7:44AM 0:04:47

Elvis performed at a benefit gig in Hawaii, then took eight years off; Pearl Jam's Eddie Vedder was pulled from

the sea after a scary encounter in a riptide; Bono was a character witness for Peter Buck; Prince took home an

Oscar for the music of 'Purple Rain'; and country musician Buck Owens died, Today in Music History.

Local arts and culture Movie Maven: Superman v. Batman 3/25/2016 8:31AM 0:05:32

Our Movie Maven Stephanie Curtis saw "Batman v Superman" and does not recommend it. Though she thought

the premise was interesting, she says "it is a ridiculous film from beginning to end". She just can't get over the

silliness of a Batman workout montage.

Music history and education Today in Music History: Happy Birthday Cheryl James, aka "Salt" 3/27/2016 8:05AM 0:02:47

Though it was a cold morning, we're looking forward to slightly warmer temperatures today. Let's will Spring to

happen with today's Coffee Break. Send us your songs that mention Spring things in the lyrics.

Local music coverage Kitten Forever perform in The Current studio 3/27/2016 6:00PM 0:21:05

Following the release of their new album 7 HEARTS , Minneapolis' Kitten Forever stopped by The Current to

perform live in-studio and to chat with Andrea Swensson of The Local Show .

Music history and education Today in Music History: Led Zeppelin had six albums on the Billboard Chart 3/28/2016 7:44AM 0:06:43

Bono became an honorary knight; David Bowie had a radio show; Beach Boy Brian Wilson was honored; and Led

Zeppelin had six albums on the Billboard Chart, Today in Music History.

Music history and education Today in Music History: Happy Birthday MC Hammer 3/29/2016 7:47AM 0:03:39

Lesley Gore recorded a breakthrough hit; the photo session for The Beatles' Sgt Pepper album took place; R.E.M.

began recording a big album; and MC Hammer was born, Today in Music History.

Music history and education Today in Music History: Jimi Hendrix set his guitar on fire 3/30/2016 7:45AM 0:05:17

RCA Victor introduced the 45 rpm single record; Chuck Berry released "Johnny B. Goode"; an AC/DC guitarist

celebrates his birthday; and Jimi Hendrix set his guitar on fire, Today in Music History.

Locally sourced food and drink Rock and Roll Lifestyle: dara moskowitz grumdahl 3/30/2016 8:30AM 0:06:06 Rock and Roll Lifestyle: dara moskowitz grumdahl on tipping trends in restaurants.

News Tom Weber with update on Jamar Clark case 3/30/2016 8:06AM 0:10:06 Tom Weber with update on Jamar Clark case.

Lifestyle Catfish and the Bottlemen perform in The Current studio 3/31/2016 3:30PM 0:19:25

Catfish and the Bottlemen traveled from their native Wales to the shores of the States to perform live in The

Current studio ahead of their new album's release.

Lifestyle Thao and the Get Down Stay Down perform in The Current studio 3/31/2016 12:00PM 0:20:29

Thao Nguyen took a chance in writing about something very personal on her latest record, 'A Man Alive,' but the

risks paid off. 'Whatever hardship I've encountered with being this openly sad, it's been superseded by how

incredible people have been,' she says when Thao and the Get Down Stay Down visit The Current's studio for a

session hosted by Jade.

Lifestyle Shearwater perform in The Current studio 3/22/2-16 3:00PM 0:23:26

In town for a show at the Turf Club supporting their new album, Shearwater stopped by The Current to perform

live in-studio and to chat with host Mary Lucia, who was thrilled to hear they would be recording a Bowie cover.