#  @thecurrent The Current The Current posts on YouTube about in the, st paul, heaven, rock the most. They currently have [-------] followers and [---] posts still getting attention that total [------] engagements in the last [--] hours. ### Engagements: [------] [#](/creator/youtube::UCAKcSON6PSG_JkTbXh2WdIg/interactions)  - [--] Week [-------] +9.10% - [--] Month [---------] -9% - [--] Months [---------] +23% - [--] Year [----------] +292% ### Mentions: [---] [#](/creator/youtube::UCAKcSON6PSG_JkTbXh2WdIg/posts_active)  - [--] Week [---] -27% - [--] Month [---] +49% - [--] Months [---] +74% - [--] Year [---] +342% ### Followers: [-------] [#](/creator/youtube::UCAKcSON6PSG_JkTbXh2WdIg/followers)  - [--] Week [-------] no change - [--] Month [-------] +0.21% - [--] Months [-------] +2.10% - [--] Year [-------] +5% ### CreatorRank: [-------] [#](/creator/youtube::UCAKcSON6PSG_JkTbXh2WdIg/influencer_rank)  ### Social Influence **Social category influence** [countries](/list/countries) 12.05% [technology brands](/list/technology-brands) 10.84% [social networks](/list/social-networks) 10.24% [travel destinations](/list/travel-destinations) 6.63% [finance](/list/finance) 6.02% [musicians](/list/musicians) 5.42% [agencies](/list/agencies) #187 [celebrities](/list/celebrities) 1.81% [events](/list/events) 0.6% [gaming](/list/gaming) 0.6% **Social topic influence** [in the](/topic/in-the) 24.1%, [st paul](/topic/st-paul) #117, [heaven](/topic/heaven) #1245, [rock](/topic/rock) #3643, [youtube](/topic/youtube) 9.04%, [artist](/topic/artist) 7.83%, [play](/topic/play) 7.23%, [belong](/topic/belong) 7.23%, [talk](/topic/talk) 7.23%, [shorts](/topic/shorts) 6.63% **Top accounts mentioned or mentioned by** [@thecurrentorg](/creator/undefined) [@theformatlivingroom](/creator/undefined) [@valeriejune](/creator/undefined) [@voodoorangeripa](/creator/undefined) [@ratboys](/creator/undefined) [@barteesstrange](/creator/undefined) [@4adofficial](/creator/undefined) [@davidhuckfeltmusic](/creator/undefined) [@wilco](/creator/undefined) [@hearttogold](/creator/undefined) [@riseagainst](/creator/undefined) [@billybraggofficial](/creator/undefined) [@radioheartland](/creator/undefined) [@boniver](/creator/undefined) [@royelotis](/creator/undefined) [@welovephoenix](/creator/undefined) [@beachweather](/creator/undefined) [@antirecords](/creator/undefined) [@mjlendermanofficial](/creator/undefined) [@dongiovannirecords](/creator/undefined) ### Top Social Posts Top posts by engagements in the last [--] hours "Bartees Strange on releasing an album called "Horror" on Valentine's Day Bartees Strange's album "Horror" released on Valentine's Day [----] Support The Current: https://support.mpr.org/youtube or hit the Thanks button In an interview with The Current's Nilufer Arsala Bartees Strange talks about releasing his album "Horror" on Valentine's Day. "I just don't like Valentine's Day that much" Strange says. "Never really did." He also talks about how writing the album was sort of a purgative experience where his mind and body took over and the songs seemed to come out of what he was feeling." [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=47dq5f2-LyE) 2026-02-14T01:00Z 485K followers, [---] engagements "Ratboys perform a Microshow set at Cloudland Theater in Minneapolis for The Current Watch a Microshow concert by Ratboys recorded live in Minneapolis Support The Current: https://support.mpr.org/youtube or hit the Thanks button Chicago indie-rock band Ratboys performed an intimate MicroShow at Cloudland Theater in Minneapolis on Tuesday Nov. [--] [----]. The show came not long after the release of the bands latest single Light Night Mountains All That which dropped in September an advance single coming ahead of the bands next album Singin to an Empty Chair expected February [--] [----] on New West" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=7fzTKKjJbIg) 2025-12-30T14:45Z 485K followers, [----] engagements "Slug (of Atmosphere): Not Another Day Slug (of Atmosphere) performing "Not Another Day" from The Current's Fakebook with Chuck D. Connect with The Current: http://TheCurrent.org/ http://youtube.com/893thecurrent/ http://twitter.com/thecurrent http://facebook.com/TheCurrent Become a member: http://contribute.publicradio.org/contribute.phprefId=current minnesota public radio 893thecurrent atmosphere fakebook minnesota public radio 893thecurrent atmosphere fakebook" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=8P2Xwej_xjM) 2008-06-19T18:49Z 485K followers, 1M engagements "Tyler Childers - Feathered Indians (Live at The Current) Tyler Childers performs 'Feathered Indians' from his [----] release 'Purgatory' live in The Current studio. country childres tyler chilers childers alt country outlaw tyler childers the current [---] the current the current sessions mpr minnesota public radio kentucky singer-songwriter americana music alt country music alternative country music folk music purgatory album hickman holler hickman holler records studio in studio performance live music solo acoustic tyler childers solo flatpick guitar flatpicking wildwood flower lady may" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=DUssNntYVCo) 2020-02-06T23:56Z 485K followers, 1M engagements "Jim James of My Morning Jacket shared words of solidarity with Minneapolis #MyMorningJacket Jim James of My Morning Jacket shared words of solidarity with Minneapolis and reflects on how much music can offer during times of crisis. Check out the full interview at thecurrent.org" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=Dmz1FpWSNLM) 2026-02-13T19:16Z 485K followers, [----] engagements "Mandolin Orange - Hey Stranger (Live on The Current) Mandolin Orange perform "Hey Stranger" live on Radio Heartland in the studios of The Current. Stream the full in-studio session: http://www.thecurrent.org/feature/2016/11/30/mandolin-orange-perform-in-the-radio-heartland-studio Connect with The Current: http://TheCurrent.org/ http://youtube.com/893thecurrent/ http://twitter.com/thecurrent http://facebook.com/TheCurrent https://instagram.com/thecurrent/ Become a member: http://contribute.publicradio.org/ [----] the current mandolin orange live recording session mpr the current [----] fm kcmp" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=N3VbvA6DB-4) 2016-11-30T23:05Z 485K followers, 2.4M engagements "Kaleo - I Can't Go on Without You (live on [----] The Current) Kaleo perform "I Can't Go on Without You" live in The Current studio. Watch: Kaleo "Way Down We Go": https://youtu.be/sZ5SI6n1Ljs Kaleo "All The Pretty Girls": https://youtu.be/OQSwub4jgxQ Kaleo full session: https://youtu.be/WQMU8dYMXao Credits Hosted by Mark Wheat Produced by Derrick Stevens Engineered by Michael DeMark Images by Nate Ryan Listen to the full in-studio session: http://www.thecurrent.org/feature/2016/03/03/kaleo-perform-in-the-current-studio Connect with The Current: http://TheCurrent.org/" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=NcXsK_u4ixI) 2016-03-23T16:12Z 485K followers, 124.8M engagements "Bon Iver - Holocene (Live at Rock the Garden) Bon Iver's performance at Rock the Garden took everyone's breath away especially when he played "Holocene" from his self-titled album near the end of his set. Hear more from the performance: http://www.thecurrent.org/feature/2017/08/11/hear-bon-ivers-massive-rock-the-garden-set You rely on The Current to keep you connected to the music you love and we rely on you to power this station. Everything you find here is only possible because of listener support. Give now at: http://www.support.mpr.org/youtube Subscribe to our channel:" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=P1IfS_adCos) 2017-08-11T15:19Z 485K followers, 5.3M engagements "Mitski - Washing Machine Heart (Live at The Current) Mitski performs "Washing Machine Heart" from her outstanding [----] album 'Be the Cowboy' at The Current studio. Watch "Nobody" from the same session: https://www.youtube.com/watchv=J_vpzApCmUk Be the Cowboy Mitsky INdie Alternative upbeat Baby bang it up inside I'm not wearing my usual lipstick manic protagonist dead oceans Be the Cowboy Mitsky INdie Alternative upbeat Baby bang it up inside I'm not wearing my usual lipstick manic protagonist dead oceans" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=PHSVL4Oyvzs) 2018-12-21T20:19Z 485K followers, 1.5M engagements "Aurora - Full performance (Live at The Current) Norwegian singer-songwriter Aurora Aksnes known professionally as Aurora had first imagined the songs she was working on would comprise three albums then one before she firmly decided on two. "I realized that with time with a lot of thinking I did realize that I have been writing about two very different parts but of the same process I would say" she says. "So it makes very much sense spiritually and musically to split it into two parts so it makes sense now." That first part Infections of a Different Kind - step [--] was released in September" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=Ti1Iae6AcaU) 2020-04-28T19:00Z 485K followers, 6.5M engagements "Foster the People - Pumped Up Kicks (Acoustic)(Live on [----] The Current) The California trio Foster the People known for their synth-laced hazy pop stopped by The Current and spoke to Mark Wheat about their love of surfing touring and the German website that kick started their internet buzz. Check out their whole in-studio session including the intro song in its entirety: http://minnesota.publicradio.org/display/web/2011/04/08/in-studio-performance-foster-the-people/ Watch more videos over at http://thecurrent.org. Connect with The Current: http://TheCurrent.org/" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=UDScdPrf4N8) 2011-06-03T21:05Z 485K followers, 3.5M engagements "David Huckfelt extols the abilities and range of Minnesota musicians Singer-songwriter David Huckfelt feels lucky to play with Minnesota musicians Support The Current: https://support.mpr.org/youtube or hit the Thanks button Singer-songwriter David Huckfelt plays with a range of Minnesota-based musicians including drummer JT Bates guitarist Jeremy Ylvisaker fiddle player Ryan Young singer Channy Leaneagh and bassist and saxophonist Mike Lewis. "For my kind of music" Huckfelt says "having talented players who improvise is everything." See more of what David Huckfelt has to say in the video" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=XYQOtOdltaM) 2026-02-13T17:52Z 485K followers, [---] engagements "Gogol Bordello - Full Concert 20th Anniversary Tour (Live at Palace Theatre for The Current) Celebrating [--] years as a band #GogolBordello are touring and playing highlights from their entire catalog. The band play their infectious New York folk-punk blend #live at Palace Theatre in St. Paul Minnesota. folk punk gypsy hutz eugene uplift seekers gogo gogul bordelo bordella finders hq hd live professional quality dub start wearing purple mi companjera Voi-La Intruder Multi Kontra Culti vs. Irony Gypsy Punks: Underdog World Strike Super Taranta Trans-Continental Hustle Pura Vida Conspiracy folk" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=fGlRQIuLstU) 2019-06-01T04:25Z 485K followers, 98.3K engagements "The National - Don't Swallow The Cap (Live on [----] The Current) The National performs "Don't Swallow the Cap" live in the UBS Forum at the studios of [----] The Current. Listen to the rest of the session and interview on at http://www.thecurrent.org/feature/2013/08/13/the-national-live Connect with The Current: http://TheCurrent.org/ http://youtube.com/893thecurrent/ http://twitter.com/thecurrent http://facebook.com/TheCurrent The National (Musical Group) mpr the current [----] the current KCMP (Radio Station) live recording in-studio session minnesota public radio concert The National (Musical" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=goUjS4ueCzQ) 2013-08-16T12:30Z 485K followers, 547.9K engagements "Gigi Perez Sailor Song (live for The Current) Watch Gigi Perez' acoustic performance of "Sailor Song" at The Current Support The Current: https://support.mpr.org/youtube Its been a heckuva last [--] months for singer-songwriter Gigi Perez. Returning to her home in New Jersey Perez started releasing songs as an independent artists and found that the songs really struck a chord with audiences. Perezs Sailor Song continues to climb the Billboard Hot [---] as well as the streaming charts. Its made Perezs head spin a little bit but its also filled her with gratitude. While on tour Gigi Perez visited" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=gzngapRm9-g) 2024-11-13T03:00Z 485K followers, 1.6M engagements "Gaslight Anthem - [--] (Acoustic) (Live on [----] The Current) Gaslight Anthem peforms an acoustic version of "45" Live in the studios of [----] The Current. Listen to the whole session and interview at http://thecurrent.org/ http://minnesota.publicradio.org/display/web/2012/07/11/gaslight-anthem-live-2012/ Connect with The Current: http://TheCurrent.org/ http://youtube.com/893thecurrent/ http://twitter.com/thecurrent http://facebook.com/TheCurrent Become a member: http://contribute.publicradio.org/contribute.phprefId=current In-Studio youtube [----] The Current In-Studio youtube [----] The Current" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=n5Ay1Zzx2Zg) 2012-07-12T17:53Z 485K followers, 301.1K engagements "Hozier - The Humours of Whiskey (Traditional a cappella) Hozier performs an impromptu solo a cappella version of the traditional Irish song 'The Humours of Whiskey' live in The Current studio. #hozier #hoziermusic hozier andrew hozier byrne music live music folk music traditional music irish music the humours of whiskey the current singing [---] the current a cappella mpr minnesota public radio music of ireland drinking songs slip jig whisky wisky irish ireland a capella hozier andrew hozier byrne music live music folk music traditional music irish music the humours of whiskey the current" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=rQ-UItNBoMw) 2019-08-02T18:29Z 485K followers, 5.7M engagements "Kaleo - Way Down We Go (Live on [----] The Current) Kaleo perform "Way Down We Go" live in The Current studio. Watch: Kaleo "I Can't Go On Without You": https://youtu.be/NcXsK_u4ixI Kaleo "All The Pretty Girls": https://youtu.be/OQSwub4jgxQ Kaleo full session: https://youtu.be/WQMU8dYMXao Stream the full in-studio session: http://www.thecurrent.org/feature/2016/03/03/kaleo-perform-in-the-current-studio Connect with The Current: http://TheCurrent.org/ http://youtube.com/893thecurrent/ http://twitter.com/thecurrent http://facebook.com/TheCurrent https://instagram.com/thecurrent/ You rely on The" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=sZ5SI6n1Ljs) 2016-03-09T16:33Z 485K followers, 13.3M engagements "Aurora - Animal (Live at The Current) Aurora performs her song 'Animal' live in The Current studio. MORE FROM THIS SESSION It Happened Quiet https://youtu.be/9U-N6LqzdIM Churchyard https://youtu.be/o58hKXhQLtA Full Performance https://www.youtube.com/watchv=Ti1Iae6AcaU Personnel: Aurora Aksnes Silja Sol Fredrik Vogsborg Magnus Skylstad You rely on The Current to keep you connected to the music you love and we rely on you to power this station. Everything you find here is only possible because of listener support. Give now at: https://support.mpr.org/youtube the current [---] the current aurora" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=t3tA-Y5D8jU) 2019-03-09T20:15Z 485K followers, 7M engagements "David Rawlings - Cumberland Gap (Live at The Current) David Rawlings performs "Cumberland Gap" live at The Current for a session on Radio Heartland. Personnel: David Rawlings: guitar vocals Gillian Welch: guitar vocals Brittany Haas: fiddle Willie Watson: guitar Paul Kowert: bass Hear the full session here: http://www.thecurrent.org/feature/2017/08/25/david-rawlings-performs-songs-from-his-new-album-poor-davids-almanack You rely on The Current to keep you connected to the music you love and we rely on you to power this station. Everything you find here is only possible because of listener" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=GSPQcPvobOo) 2017-08-24T23:20Z 485K followers, 2.1M engagements "Bon Iver -- Lump Sum Bon Iver performs the song Lump Sum from his album For Emma Forever Ago live in the studios of [---] The Current. http://minnesota.publicradio.org/display/web/2008/01/17/bon_iver/ Connect with The Current: http://TheCurrent.org/ http://youtube.com/893thecurrent/ http://twitter.com/thecurrent http://facebook.com/TheCurrent Become a member: http://contribute.publicradio.org/contribute.phprefId=current Bon Iver Lump Sum For Emma Forever Ago Music Video The Current [---] MPR Bon Iver Lump Sum For Emma Forever Ago Music Video The Current [---] MPR" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=K4E9412xyJ4) 2008-01-19T00:18Z 485K followers, 1.8M engagements "Tash Sultana - Jungle extended version (Live at The Current) In The Current's studio Tash Sultana orchestrated a carefully choreographed performance of "Jungle" using numerous loops to lay down guitar tracks starting with the basic chord progression then moving to ornamentation followed by a bassline. At that point they shifted to percussion and when all the pieces were in place started singing to the layers of music they create. Sultana also adds some rocking guitar parts to each song showcasing a playing style that invites comparisons to Prince. Plus: Watch a 12-minute version of "Notion":" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=bWgWKdqoJmo) 2018-02-06T20:10Z 485K followers, 40.5M engagements "Hippo Campus - South (Live on The Current) Hippo Campus perform the title track "South" off their [----] EP live in The Current studio. Listen to the full in-studio session: http://www.thecurrent.org/feature/2016/06/13/hippo-campus-perform-in-the-current-studio Connect with The Current: http://TheCurrent.org/ http://youtube.com/893thecurrent/ http://twitter.com/thecurrent http://facebook.com/TheCurrent https://instagram.com/thecurrent/ Become a member: https://contribute.publicradio.org/contribute.phprefId=current hippo campus south the current live session recording mpr minnesota public radio" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=vDuggyfwKWc) 2016-06-13T16:13Z 485K followers, 344.7K engagements "The Decemberists - The Rake's Song - Live at Rock the Garden [----] The Decemberists perform The Rake's Song at Rock the Garden [----] in Minneapolis. Rock the Garden is a co-production of [----] The Current (http://thecurrent.org) and Walker Art Center (http://www.walkerart.org/) decemberists [----] current rock the garden walker walker art rake song decemberists [----] current rock the garden walker walker art rake song" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=0dZEo3YyDfQ) 2009-10-07T17:10Z 485K followers, 134.6K engagements "Thundercat - A Fan's Mail (Tron Song II) (Live on The Current) Thundercats performs "A Fan's Mail (Tron Song II)" off the album 'Drunk' live in The Current studio. Stream the full in-studio session: http://www.thecurrent.org/feature/2017/03/10/thundercat-performs-in-the-current-studio PERSONNEL Stephen Bruner - bass vocals Justin Brown - drums Dennis Hamm - piano Connect with The Current: http://TheCurrent.org/ http://youtube.com/893thecurrent/ http://twitter.com/thecurrent http://facebook.com/TheCurrent https://instagram.com/thecurrent/ Become a member: http://contribute.publicradio.org/" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=0vQKh52dcOs) 2017-03-10T19:42Z 485K followers, 2.4M engagements "Aurora - It Happened Quiet (Live at The Current) Aurora performs 'It Happened Quiet' live in The Current studio. The song is from her [----] album 'Infections of a Different Kind Step 1.' MORE FROM THIS SESSION Animal https://youtu.be/t3tA-Y5D8jU Churchyard https://youtu.be/o58hKXhQLtA Full Performance https://youtu.be/Ti1Iae6AcaU Personnel: Silja Sol Fredrik Vogsborg Magnus Skylstad You rely on The Current to keep you connected to the music you love and we rely on you to power this station. Everything you find here is only possible because of listener support. Give now at:" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=9U-N6LqzdIM) 2019-03-11T18:30Z 485K followers, 6.5M engagements "Hozier - Almost (Sweet Music) (Live at The Current) Hozier performs 'Almost (Sweet Music)' from his album 'Wasteland Baby' live in The Current studio. Audio by Corey Schreppel Video by Nate Ryan & Minju Kim Andrew "Hozier" Byrne - vocals Alex Ryan - bass Cormac Curran - organ Thandii - keyboards Kristen Rogers - backing vocals hand claps Rachel Beauregard - backing vocals hand claps Rory Doyle - drums percussion Suzanne Santo - violin backing vocals hozier andrew byrne andrew hozier byrne the current [---] the current Rubyworks Records music live music studio performance in-studio performance" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=DnPdCShY3Pw) 2019-06-05T11:15Z 485K followers, 1.5M engagements "Stephen Sanchez Blame It On The Troubadour (live for The Current) Nashville-based singer-songwriter Stephen Sanchez has quickly taken the world by storm first building a loyal fanbase on TikTok that eventually got him signed to Republic Records in August [----]. Having released two EPs Sanchez has been busily on tour which included a sold-out show at the Fine Line in Minneapolis in late February. Sanchezs debut full-length is expected later this year. During his tour Sanchez visited The Current to play solo acoustic versions of two previously unreleased songs. Watch Sanchez's performance of" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=JxcbHzpwjH8) 2023-04-04T02:00Z 485K followers, 19.4K engagements "Hozier - Movement (Live at The Current) Hozier performs 'Movement' from his album 'Wasteland Baby' live in The Current studio. Audio by Corey Schreppel Video by Nate Ryan & Minju Kim Personnel: Andrew "Hozier" Byrne - vocals Alex Ryan - bass Cormac Curran - organ Thandii - keyboards Kristen Rogers - backing vocals hand claps Rachel Beauregard - backing vocals hand claps Rory Doyle - drums percussion Suzanne Santo - violin backing vocals hozier andrew byrne andrew hozier byrne the current [---] the current movement wasteland baby Rubyworks Records music live music studio performance in-studio" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=Nc7tV0lRfYY) 2019-06-05T11:00Z 485K followers, 2.8M engagements "Kaleo - All The Pretty Girls (Live on The Current) Kaleo performs "All The Pretty Girls" live in the studios of [----] The Current March [----]. Watch: Kaleo "Way Down We Go": https://youtu.be/sZ5SI6n1Ljs Kaleo "I Can't Go On Without You": https://youtu.be/NcXsK_u4ixI Kaleo full session: https://youtu.be/WQMU8dYMXao Listen to the full in-studio session: http://www.thecurrent.org/feature/2016/03/03/kaleo-perform-in-the-current-studio Connect with The Current: http://TheCurrent.org/ http://youtube.com/893thecurrent/ http://twitter.com/thecurrent http://facebook.com/TheCurrent" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=OQSwub4jgxQ) 2017-06-09T19:36Z 485K followers, 2.8M engagements "Andrew Bird - full concert My Finest Work Yet tour 9/27/19 (The Current) Watch Andrew Bird perform a full #live #concert at the Palace Theatre in St. Paul Minnesota. Touring in support of 'My Finest Work Yet' Bird and his band bring a provocative blend of rock jazz and Americana to life in a show that features all the songs from the album delightful dips into Bird's back catalog and a string of beguiling covers in the encore. SET LIST "Sisyphus" "Bloodless" "Olympians" "Cracking Codes" "Fallorun" "Truth Lies Low" "Roma Fade" "Archipelago" "Proxy War" "Manifest" "Don The Struggle" "Bellevue" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=QTJhweRNNzk) 2019-09-28T04:30Z 485K followers, 391.2K engagements "Michael Kiwanuka - Love and Hate (Live at The Current) Michael Kiwanuka performs the title track from his latest album "Love & Hate" in the studios of [----] The Current. MORE FROM THIS SESSION Full session: https://www.youtube.com/watchv=TRh_-tKHe3o Cold Little Heart https://www.youtube.com/watchv=kIBtqXj3Ftk Connect with The Current: http://twitter.com/thecurrent http://facebook.com/TheCurrent https://instagram.com/thecurrent/ [----] mpr fm the current in-studio live performance michael kiwanuka love and hate love & hate giri/haji the royals suits the brave elementary lovesick rosewood queen" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=Wfotg_q5Bkc) 2017-05-26T22:07Z 485K followers, 3.8M engagements "Hozier - four songs at The Current (2019) Hozier's a cappella performance of the traditional Irish tune "The Humours of Whiskey" has been blowing up on Tik Tok. That performance comes from a [----] session recorded in The Current studio while Hozier was on tour in support of his album "Wasteland Baby" Watch all four performances from that studio session including the traditional "The Humours of Whiskey." SONGS PERFORMED 0:00 "Almost (Sweet Music)" 3:47 "Movement" 8:05 "Nina Cried Power" 11:54 "The Humours of Whiskey" PERSONNEL Andrew Hozier-Byrne vocals; guitar on "Almost (Sweet Music)" Alex" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=aeH9ecLFtDU) 2021-03-02T03:00Z 485K followers, 3.6M engagements "First Aid Kit - Live from the Palace Theater 1/30/2018 With head-banging strobe lights and electric guitar solos First Aid Kit brought a new energy to the Palace Theatre in January. Sisters Johanna and Klara Sderberg just released their fourth album 'Ruins.' The album features songs that fit the texture weve come to expect from First Aid Kit folksy sounds with beautiful harmonies as well as expanding the groups palette to include a harder-rocking sound. live sweden folk concert recording acoustic theater guitar fak kit FIRSTAIDKIT emmylou live sweden folk concert recording acoustic theater" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=hPxF1duYHFw) 2018-03-08T15:35Z 485K followers, 418.8K engagements "Ron Gallo - Young Lady You're Scaring Me Ron Gallo plays his break-out hit from 'Heavy Meta' in The Current's studio. Full session: http://www.thecurrent.org/feature/2017/04/30/ron-gallo-rocks-out-in-the-current-studio ron gallo heavy meta young lady you're scaring me kcmp the current current sessions live music studio recordings alternate takes ron gallo heavy meta young lady you're scaring me kcmp the current current sessions live music studio recordings alternate takes" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=hgOBp41PZIY) 2017-05-23T22:12Z 485K followers, 109.9K engagements "Lianne La Havas - Full live session at The Current (2015) Support The Current: https://support.mpr.org/youtube or hit the Thanks button To celebrate The Currents 20th Anniversary The Currents Live Sessions Vault unlocks never-before-seen live performance videos of bands and artists who have played in our iconic studio. Watch to see the full session of Lianne La Havas featuring previously unreleased footage from when she visited The Current studio back in [----]. Songs Performed 00:00:00 Green and Gold 00:04:39 Wonderful 00:08:51 Forget Musicians Lianne La Havas vocals guitar Frida Mariama" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=iDe4iU82dEM) 2025-05-02T02:00Z 485K followers, 14.4K engagements "Michael Kiwanuka - Cold Little Heart (Live on The Current) Michael Kiwanuka performs "Cold Little Heart" from his latest album "Love & Hate" in the studios of [----] The Current. MORE FROM THIS SESSION Full session: https://www.youtube.com/watchv=TRh_-tKHe3o Cold Little Heart https://www.youtube.com/watchv=kIBtqXj3Ftk Connect with The Current: http://twitter.com/thecurrent http://facebook.com/TheCurrent https://instagram.com/thecurrent/ [----] mpr fm the current in-studio live performance michael kiwanuka love and hate love & hate Cold little heart [----] mpr fm the current in-studio live" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=kIBtqXj3Ftk) 2017-05-30T21:30Z 485K followers, 2.3M engagements "Lukas Nelson performs [--] songs at PledgeHouse during SXSW Lukas Nelson is a fiery guitarist who's recently been a key collaborator with Neil Young. It will be a treat to catch Nelson on the small Blackheart stage before he heads to the big screen where he's collaborating and co-starring with Lady Gaga and Bradley Cooper in the remake of 'A Star is Born.' Songs performed Just Outside of Austin Fool Me Ounce Forget About Georgia Find Yourself lukas nelson pledgehouse noisetrade pledgemusic current thecurrent blackheart blackheart bar willie nelson outlaw country country acoustic guitar lukas" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=lDdlMJfGf8k) 2018-03-16T18:04Z 485K followers, 232.8K engagements "Lianne La Havas - full [----] session at The Current Lianne La Havas has already released two songs from her upcoming self-titled album her third on the Warner Records label coming July [--] [----]. La Havas has visited our studio twice so far: once in [----] and again in [----] the session from which these performances come. SONGS PERFORMED 00:00 "Wonderful" 04:10 "Green and Gold" 08:47 "Forget" PERSONNEL Lianna La Havas guitar and vocals Frida Mariama Touray backing vocals and percussion James Wyatt piano guitar CREDITS Video & Photo: Nate Ryan Audio: Michael DeMark Production: Derrick Stevens FIND" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=lFC-XuBu9YA) 2020-06-30T02:00Z 485K followers, 542.1K engagements "Aurora - Churchyard (Live at The Current) Aurora performs 'Churchyard' live in The Current studio. The song is from her [----] album 'Infections of a Different Kind Step 1.' Churchyard is from Aurora's [----] album Infections of a Different Kind - step [--] released on Decca Records and distributed in the U.S. on Glassnote Records. MORE FROM THIS SESSION Full performance https://youtu.be/Ti1Iae6AcaU It Happened Quiet https://youtu.be/9U-N6LqzdIM Animal https://youtu.be/t3tA-Y5D8jU PERSONNEL Aurora Magnus Skylstad Silja Sol and Fredrik Vogsborg CREDITS Production: Derrick Stevens Audio: Cameron Wiley" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=o58hKXhQLtA) 2020-04-28T18:30Z 485K followers, 545.5K engagements "The National - Pink Rabbits (Live on [----] The Current) The National perform "Pink Rabbits" live in the UBS Forum at the studios of [----] The Current. Listen to the rest of the session and interview at http://thecurrent.org/ http://www.thecurrent.org/feature/2013/08/13/the-national-live Connect with The Current: http://TheCurrent.org/ http://youtube.com/893thecurrent/ http://twitter.com/thecurrent http://facebook.com/TheCurrent Become a member: http://contribute.publicradio.org/contribute.phprefId=current The National (Musical Group) in-studio the current [----] the current KCMP (Radio Station)" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=oVtkxrxilZo) 2013-08-14T15:04Z 485K followers, 1.5M engagements "Kaleo play "Way Down We Go" in studio #live Iceland rock band @officialkaleo visited The Current in [----] and "Way Down We Go" was an unmistakable highlight. All of the videos from that session are now among the most popular entries on our YouTube channel and it's easy to see why. The musical chemistry displayed by JJ Jlusson Rubin Pollock Dav Antonsson and Danel Kristjnsson is so powerful. Watch the full session here: https://www.youtube.com/watchv=WQMU8dYMXao #kaleo #guitarsolo #alternativerock" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=0DmvIM-5i-s) 2023-09-18T17:29Z 485K followers, 379.1K engagements "Royel Otis Til the Morning (live at The Current) Watch Royel Otis performing "Til The Morning" at The Current Support The Current: https://support.mpr.org/youtube "Til The Morning" is from Royel Otis [----] album Pratts & Pain available on Ourness. Musicians Otis Pavlovic vocals Leroy Bressington guitar Credits Guests @royelotis Host Bill DeVille Producer Derrick Stevens Video Director Evan Clark Audio Engineer Eric Xu Romani Camera Operators Evan Clark Megan Lundberg Graphics Natalia Toledo Digital Producer Luke Taylor Subscribe to our channel:" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=3Se09uwe6bc) 2024-09-15T16:00Z 485K followers, 41.1K engagements "Phoenix studio session at The Current Launching their Alpha Zulu tour at the Palace Theatre in St. Paul Minn. on Tuesday Sept. [--] French indie-pop band Phoenix visited The Current studio to perform a set of songs including the title track and "Tonight" the second track to be released from the new album "Alpha Zulu" which is scheduled for full release on November [--]. Phoenix also played a longtime favorite from their back catalogue. Watch all three performances above. Songs Performed 00:00:00 Tonight 00:03:02 Alpha Zulu 00:05:50 [----] Band members Thomas Mars Deck D'Arcy Christian Mazzalai" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=KZtYSGUda80) 2022-09-08T20:00Z 485K followers, 91.8K engagements "Nick Lowe - (What's So Funny 'Bout) Peace Love and Understanding (Live on [----] The Current) Nick Lowe dedicates "(What's So Funny 'Bout) Peace Love and Understanding" to his late friend Ian McLagan backed by Los Straitjackets live in The Current studio. Listen to the whole session at thecurrent.org http://www.thecurrent.org/feature/2014/12/03/nick-lowe-with-los-straitjackets-performs-in-the-current-studio Connect with The Current: http://TheCurrent.org/ http://youtube.com/893thecurrent/ http://twitter.com/thecurrent http://facebook.com/TheCurrent Become a member:" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=Oy3LpV0THB0) 2014-12-04T20:31Z 485K followers, 512.1K engagements "Car Seat Headrest - Drunk Drivers/Killer Whales (Live at Rock the Garden) Determined and electric Car Seat Headrest tore through a sweltering set at Rock the Garden [----]. Hear more highlights at: thecurrent.org/feature/2017/08/08/car-seat-headrests-rock-the-garden-set-will-make-you-sweat car seat headrest rock the garden outdoor music music festival festival turtleneck car seat headrest rock the garden outdoor music music festival festival turtleneck" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=r7FgOcZMCPk) 2017-08-08T13:55Z 485K followers, 193K engagements "Ratboys Light Night Mountains All That live at The Current Microshow in Minneapolis Ratboys performing "Light Night Mountains All That" live at The Current Microshow in Minneapolis Support The Current: https://support.mpr.org/youtube or hit the Thanks button Chicago indie-rock band Ratboys performed an intimate MicroShow at Cloudland Theater in Minneapolis on Tuesday Nov. [--] [----]. The show came not long after the release of the bands latest single Light Night Mountains All That which dropped in September an advance single coming ahead of the bands next album Singin to an Empty Chair expected" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=y2JpEgQBmqY) 2026-02-13T20:00Z 485K followers, [---] engagements "Bartees Strange talks about vulnerability as a life lesson Bartees Strange describes how the way to solve problems is to face them Support The Current: https://support.mpr.org/youtube or hit the Thanks button In an interview with The Current's Nilufer Arsala Bartees Strange talks about being vulnerable when facing life's problems. "Most of the big things in life there's really only one way to fix" Strange says "and it's with being vulnerable and walking right through it and it's the hardest thing you can ever do." @bartees_strange' album "Horror" is available on @4ad_official. Subscribe to" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=XJeKFcBiW4g) 2026-02-12T23:15Z 485K followers, [---] engagements "The Hold Steady - Constructive Summer The band The Hold Steady was formed in [----] after vocalist/guitarist Craig Finn moved to New York City from Minneapolis. They released their debut CD "Almost Killed Me" in [----] and it's been nonstop for the band ever since. In July of [----] The Hold Steady dropped their fourth CD and most heavily produced effort "Stay Positive" under some pretty major buzz in the music industry. Hold steady Constructive Summer thecurrent [---] instudio studio Hold steady Constructive Summer thecurrent [---] instudio studio" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=dyMal2onfuM) 2008-09-09T14:31Z 485K followers, 158.4K engagements "Phoenix [----] (live for The Current) Hours before launching their Alpha Zulu tour at the Palace Theatre in St. Paul Minn. on Tuesday Sept. [--] French indie-pop band Phoenix visited The Current studio to perform a set of songs including two from the new album as well as this throwback to their [----] album "Wolfgang Amadeus Phoenix." Watch Phoenix perform "1901" during a session recorded live in The Current studio. Band members Thomas Mars Deck D'Arcy Christian Mazzalai Laurent Brancowitz Credits Guests Phoenix Producer Derrick Stevens Director Erik Stromstad Camera Operators Erik Stromstad Evan" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=RfpDoWG4Iig) 2022-09-13T02:00Z 485K followers, 196.9K engagements "Lucius - Dusty Trails (Live on The Current) Lucius perform "Dusty Trails" at an intimate #MicroShow for lucky listeners of The Current in the Minnesota State Capitol rotunda. Stream the full performance: http://www.thecurrent.org/feature/2017/03/06/lucius-perform-intimate-microshow-for-the-current Connect with The Current: http://TheCurrent.org/ http://youtube.com/893thecurrent/ http://twitter.com/thecurrent http://facebook.com/TheCurrent https://instagram.com/thecurrent/ Become a member: http://contribute.publicradio.org/ lucius dusty trails minnesota state capitol rotunda state capitol the" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=pdsv6o9RVqg) 2017-03-06T17:51Z 485K followers, 355.1K engagements "Car Seat Headrest - Fill in the Blank (Live on The Current) Car Seat Headrest perform "Fill In The Blank" live in the studios of [----] The Current. Stream the full in-studio session including a cover of David Bowie's "Blackstar": http://www.thecurrent.org/feature/2016/07/18/car-seat-headrest-perform-in-the-current-studio Connect with The Current: http://TheCurrent.org/ http://youtube.com/893thecurrent/ http://twitter.com/thecurrent http://facebook.com/TheCurrent https://instagram.com/thecurrent/ Become a member: http://contribute.publicradio.org/contribute.phprefId=currenthe Current car seat" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=yAo-wvFwQEg) 2016-07-20T16:16Z 485K followers, 227K engagements "Ratboys Anywhere live at Cloudland Theater in Minneapolis for The Current Ratboys performing "Anywhere" live at The Current Microshow in Minneapolis Support The Current: https://support.mpr.org/youtube or hit the Thanks button Chicago indie-rock band Ratboys performed an intimate MicroShow at Cloudland Theater in Minneapolis on Tuesday Nov. [--] [----]. The show came not long after the release of the bands latest single Light Night Mountains All That which dropped in September an advance single coming ahead of the bands next album Singin to an Empty Chair expected February [--] [----] on New West" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=-5UrZ3iWGKM) 2026-02-12T01:00Z 485K followers, [---] engagements "Royel Otis interview at The Current Watch Royel Otis' super fun interview with The Current's Jessica Paxton Support The Current: https://support.mpr.org/youtube or hit the Thanks button Australian band Royel Otis anchored by the duo of Royel Maddell and Otis Pavlovic followed up their highly acclaimed debut album Pratts & Pain with Hickey released August [--] [----]. Shortly thereafter they embarked on an ambitious tour in support of the album resulting in their third visit to Minnesota for a concert at the Palace Theatre in St. Paul. During their time in St. Paul Maddell and Pavlovic walked over" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=-yYdtyJHx3U) 2025-10-28T21:41Z 485K followers, [----] engagements "Lianne La Havas - Wonderful (Live on [----] The Current) Lianne La Havas performs "Wonderful" off the album 'Blood' live in the studios of [----] The Current. Listen to the full in-studio session: http://www.thecurrent.org/feature/2015/10/09/lianne-la-havas-performs-in-the-current-studio Connect with The Current: http://TheCurrent.org/ http://youtube.com/893thecurrent/ http://twitter.com/thecurrent http://facebook.com/TheCurrent https://instagram.com/thecurrent/ Become a member: http://contribute.publicradio.org/contribute.phprefId=currenthe Current) Lianne La Havas (Musical Artist) wonderful the" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=0HlE_oRdROo) 2015-10-09T17:39Z 485K followers, 2.2M engagements "Parquet Courts - Freebird II (Live at The Current) Parquet Courts perform the song "Freebird II" from their [----] album "Wide Awake'" live in The Current studio. the current [---] the current parquet courts freebird ii wide awake live music live performance in studio mpr minnesota public radio the current [---] the current parquet courts freebird ii wide awake live music live performance in studio mpr minnesota public radio" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=0dbPbarBwtE) 2018-06-05T16:45Z 485K followers, 51.8K engagements "The Format perform "Right Where I Belong" in studio Nate Ruess and Sam Means from Arizona band The Format visited The Current studio to play a couple songs from their album Boycott Heaven which releases January [--] [----]. Check out the full performance on our page #TheCurrent #TheFormat @theformatlivingroom" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=1mqMtaRgw5A) 2026-01-21T21:00Z 485K followers, [----] engagements "How many songs has Jeff Tweedy written 🤔 #jefftweedy #wilco #songwriting #shorts During an interview with The Current host Jessica Paxton asks how many songs Tweedy has written in his life. Support The Current: https://support.mpr.org/youtube or hit the Thanks button In September [----] Wilco frontman Jeff Tweedy released his solo triple album "Twilight Override." During an interview with The Current host Jessica Paxton asks how many songs Tweedy has written in his life. Jeff Tweedys [----] album "Twilight Override" is available on dBpm Records. Musicians Jeff Tweedy vocals and guitar Sammy" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=43hh7sKyCiU) 2026-01-15T01:00Z 485K followers, 26.8K engagements "Jeff Tweedy considers the joys and challenges of living life Jeff Tweedy explains what "Twilight Override" album name means to him Support The Current: https://support.mpr.org/youtube or hit the Thanks button During an interview with Jessica Paxton in The Current studio Jeff Tweedy shares thoughts on the joys and challenges of simply living life. Jeff Tweedys [----] album "Twilight Override" is available on dBpm Records. Credits Guest Jeff Tweedy Host Jessica Paxton Producer Derrick Stevens Video Aaron Ankrum Audio Evan Clark Graphics Natalia Toledo Digital Producer Luke Taylor Subscribe to our" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=5GG74bW55_E) 2026-01-06T01:00Z 485K followers, [----] engagements "Lighter Co. perform at The Current Presents: Minnesota Music Month [----] showcase (full performance) Lighter Co. perform at The Current Presents: Minnesota Music Month Support The Current: https://support.mpr.org/youtube The Current hosted Minnesota Music Month back in April [----] at Amsterdam Bar & Hall featuring Gully Boys Bad Bad Hats Kiss the Tiger and Lighter Co. Watch Lighter Co.'s full performance above. Songs Performed 00:00:00 Danny 00:01:55 For Her 00:05:39 Take Another Lover 00:13:22 Six Feet 00:17:14 If You Kill All The Flowers Musicians Nolan: guitar vocals Colin: vocals guitar The" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=6aA1IhtwuTU) 2026-01-26T18:51Z 485K followers, [---] engagements "Glass Animals - Your Love (Dj Vu) (Live at The Current) Glass Animals perform their [----] single 'Your Love (Dj Vu)' live in The Current studio. Subscribe to our channel: http://www.youtube.com/user/893TheCurrentsub_confirmation=1 PERSONNEL Dave Bayley Vocals Joe Seaward Drums Ed Irwin-Singer Bass and keyboards Drew McFarlane Guitars and keyboards MORE FROM THIS SESSION Life Itself https://youtu.be/1dAZD3NZOYg Gooey https://youtu.be/qldq9g526PU Full performance: https://youtu.be/hSWnGT8dx3k CREDITS Engineered by Michael DeMark and Tessa Bloch Visuals by Nate Ryan Production by Anna Weggel" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=7_lw5dby00E) 2020-03-19T02:00Z 485K followers, 136.3K engagements "Dessa Rothko (live for The Current) Watch Dessa perform "Rothko" in studio Support The Current: https://support.mpr.org/youtube or hit the Thanks button Minneapolis multi-hyphenate artist Dessa visited The Current to play a pair of new songs for [----] "Camelot" and "Tough Call" and a song from her [----] album "Bury The Lede. Watch a performance of "Rothko" above. Musicians Dessa vocals Aby Wolf vocals Aviva Jaye vocals harp Joshua Williams music director vocals tracks keys sax Cameron Kinghorn vocals Matthew Santos vocals Credits Guest Dessa Host Mac Wilson Producer Derrick Stevens Video Will" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=8z0OUerlK6g) 2026-01-05T21:00Z 485K followers, [---] engagements "Bad Bad Hats perform at The Current Presents: Minnesota Music Month [----] (full performance) Bad Bad Hats perform at The Current Presents: Minnesota Music Month Support The Current: https://support.mpr.org/youtube The Current hosted Minnesota Music Month back in April [----] at Amsterdam Bar & Hall featuring Gully Boys Bad Bad Hats Kiss the Tiger and Lighter Co. Watch Bad Bad Hats' full performance above. Songs Performed 00:00:00 Gloria Love 00:02:46 Let Me In 00:06:11 Nothing Gets Me High 00:09:41 Walkman 00:12:39 My Heart Your Heart 00:15:28 Talk With Your Hands 00:18:46 Meter Run 00:21:36 Lay" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=C03chsvvaAU) 2026-01-21T18:45Z 485K followers, [---] engagements "Charlie Parr - Over The Red Cedar (Live on [----] The Current) Charlie Parr performs "Over The Red Cedar" live on [----] The Current. Listen to the rest of the session at http://thecurrent.org/ Connect with The Current: http://youtube.com/893thecurrent/ http://twitter.com/thecurrent http://facebook.com/TheCurrent Become a member: http://contribute.publicradio.org/contribute.phprefId=current [----] FM KCMP (Radio Station) Music (TV Genre) Charlie Parr (Musical Artist) in-studio live recording session [----] FM KCMP (Radio Station) Music (TV Genre) Charlie Parr (Musical Artist) in-studio live recording" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=CrxcKqRMiyA) 2015-04-30T15:30Z 485K followers, 170K engagements "Thomas Dolby - She Blinded Me with Science (Live on [----] The Current) Thomas Dolby performs the [----] hit "She Blinded Me with Science" live in the studios of [----] The Current. Listen to all three songs and the interview at http://TheCurrent.org/ http://minnesota.publicradio.org/display/web/2012/04/12/thomas-dolby/ In-Studio youtube [----] The Current In-Studio youtube [----] The Current" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=E9SbCeFcMPI) 2012-04-13T18:23Z 485K followers, 257.5K engagements "Bad Bad Hats perform "Psychic Reader" at Minnesota Music Month The Current hosted Minnesota Music Month back in April [----] at Amsterdam Bar & Hall featuring Gully Boys Bad Bad Hats Kiss the Tiger and Lighter Co. Watch Bad Bad Hats' full performance on The Current's Youtube page" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=EYQO2sX0SJQ) 2026-01-27T21:00Z 485K followers, [----] engagements "Eyedea & Abilities - Spin Cycle (Live on The Local Show) Eyedea & Abilities performs "Spin Cycle" live in the studios of [----] The Current. Connect with The Current: http://TheCurrent.org/ http://youtube.com/893thecurrent/ http://twitter.com/thecurrent http://facebook.com/TheCurrent Become a member: http://contribute.publicradio.org/contribute.phprefId=current eyedea abilities spin cycle dave campbell local show minneapolis st. paul music minnesota [----] Current rhymesayers eyedea abilities spin cycle dave campbell local show minneapolis st. paul music minnesota [----] Current rhymesayers" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=FVr_CJm35Qc) 2009-07-24T16:05Z 485K followers, 173.6K engagements "Charlie Parr - Full live session at The Current (2015) To celebrate The Currents 20th Anniversary The Currents Live Sessions Vault unlocks never-before-seen live performance videos of bands and artists who have played in our iconic studio. Watch to see the full session and interview of Charlie Parr featuring previously unreleased footage from when he visited The Current studio back in [----]. Songs Performed 00:00:00 Over the Cedar 00:04:12 Interview Pt [--] 00:11:38 Frank Miller Blues 00:15:44 Interview Pt [--] 00:24:10 Falcon Musicians Charlie Parr vocals guitar Credits Host David Campbell Producer" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=GaBMLMwsKIc) 2025-10-19T02:00Z 485K followers, [---] engagements "Yo La Tengo - Ohm (Live on [----] The Current) Yo La Tengo performs "Ohm" live in the studios of [----] The Current. Listen to the rest of the session online at http://thecurrent.org/ http://www.thecurrent.org/feature/2013/02/04/yo-la-tengo Connect with The Current: http://TheCurrent.org/ http://youtube.com/893thecurrent/ http://twitter.com/thecurrent http://facebook.com/TheCurrent Become a member: http://contribute.publicradio.org/contribute.phprefId=current [----] the current in-studio recording session yo la tengo yo la tango (band) [----] the current in-studio recording session yo la tengo yo la" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=GrGZUBFMuSE) 2013-02-05T12:30Z 485K followers, 34.7K engagements "Dessa performs "Rothko" live in studio #TheCurrent Minneapolis multi-hyphenate artist Dessa recently visited The Current to perform "Rothko" in studio. Check out the full session on our Youtube page. #TheCurrent #Dessa" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=Grr4FvylP3s) 2026-01-05T21:00Z 485K followers, [----] engagements "Ty Segall - solo acoustic set at The Current (2018) Two years ago this week singer-songwriter Ty Segall visited our studio to play a solo acoustic session. Watch that three-song set. Segall's [----] album "Freedom's Goblin" is a largely electric guitar and drum-driven effort which raises the question why Segall embarked on a solo acoustic tour the same year of its release. "It's really scary and really challenging" Segall explained. "I'm kind of obsessed with trying to do stuff that either I shouldn't do or that's hard for me or that's frightening or just super fun." SONGS PERFORMED 0:00 "Alta"" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=H3IkNUb1FH8) 2020-11-11T03:00Z 485K followers, [----] engagements "Nate Ruess and Sam Means of The Format talk with The Current's Jill Riley The Format's Nate Ruess and Sam Means interview with The Current's Jill Riley Support The Current: https://support.mpr.org/youtube or hit the Thanks button After being away from music for a while or as Nate Ruess puts it "retired" Arizona band The Format reunited after Ruess started learning to play guitar and found a new vehicle for songwriting. "I figured it out enough to like write an album" Ruess says. He then reached out to his longtime bandmate Sam Means and within moments Sam was all in. The result is The" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=J37cOKpYMnE) 2026-01-14T11:45Z 485K followers, [----] engagements "Dessa Tough Call (live for The Current) Watch Dessa perform "Tough Call" in studio Support The Current: https://support.mpr.org/youtube or hit the Thanks button Minneapolis multi-hyphenate artist Dessa visited The Current to play a pair of new songs for [----] "Camelot" and "Tough Call" and a song from her [----] album "Bury The Lede. Watch a performance of "Tough Call" above. Musicians Dessa vocals Aby Wolf vocals Aviva Jaye vocals harp Joshua Williams music director vocals tracks keys sax Cameron Kinghorn vocals Matthew Santos vocals Credits Guest Dessa Host Mac Wilson Producer Derrick Stevens" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=M-vecZgkBqA) 2026-01-08T21:00Z 485K followers, [---] engagements "Glenn Tilbrook of Squeeze - Black Coffee in Bed (Live on [----] The Current) Glenn Tilbrook of Squeeze performs a solo version of "Black Coffee in Bed on the Steinway grand piano in the studios of [----] The Current. Listen to the full in-studio session and interview: http://www.thecurrent.org/feature/2015/11/24/glenn-tilbrook-of-squeeze-performs-at-the-current Connect with The Current: http://TheCurrent.org/ http://youtube.com/893thecurrent/ http://twitter.com/thecurrent http://facebook.com/TheCurrent Become a member: http://contribute.publicradio.org/contribute.phprefId=current Squeeze (Musical" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=MgX9YF-rbcQ) 2015-11-30T19:34Z 485K followers, 15.1K engagements "The xx - Full live session at The Current (2017) To celebrate The Currents 20th Anniversary The Currents Live Sessions Vault unlocks never-before-seen live performance videos of bands and artists who have played in our iconic studio. Watch to see the full three-song session of The xx featuring previously unreleased footage from when they visited The Current studio back in [----]. Songs Performed 00:00:00 Say Something Loving 00:04:22 I Dare You 00:08:34 On Hold Musicians Romy Madley Croft guitar vocals Oliver Sim bass guitar vocals Jamie xx beats programming and percussion Credits Video & Photo" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=MpJqeaDd6iI) 2025-03-11T03:00Z 485K followers, 95.5K engagements "@hearttogold on working with producer Will Yip #hearttogold #willyip #minnesotamusic Minneapolis high-energy alt-punk trio Heart to Gold talk about their big upcoming year including their first-ever headlining gig at First Avenue upcoming US and Japan tour and Minnesota Yacht Club Festival slot. Heart to Gold at The Currents Local Artist of the Month this February [----]. Guests: Grant Whiteoak - singer/guitarist Blake Kuethe - drummer Jim Kisser - bassist Host/producer - Diane Miller Producer - Evan Clark Graphics Natalia Toledo Video - Evan Clark Alex Simpson" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=Sh9Tt6-0rbU) 2026-02-10T22:00Z 485K followers, [---] engagements "Tom Morello gives props to "artists who show up" Ahead of the announced A Concert of Solidarity & Resistance to Defend Minnesota benefit show talking place on Friday Jan. [--] at noon at First Avenue in Minneapolis Tom Morello (Rage Against the Machine Audioslave The Nightwatchman) talks about his admiration for "artists who show up." tom morello rage against the machine audioslave the nightwatchman minneapolis benefit concert first avenue resistance anti-racism anti-fascism support community alex pretti renee good families minnesota ike reilly rise against tim mcilrath tim mcelrath zach al di" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=SsYQ9Myg07Y) 2026-01-30T01:15Z 485K followers, [----] engagements "Lianne La Havas - Is Your Love Big Enough (Live on [----] The Current) Lianne La Havas performs "Is Your Love Big Enough" live in the studios of [----] The Current. Listen to the rest of the session online at http://thecurrent.org/ http://minnesota.publicradio.org/display/web/2012/11/12/lianne-la-havas-in-studio/ Connect with The Current: http://TheCurrent.org/ http://youtube.com/893thecurrent/ http://twitter.com/thecurrent http://facebook.com/TheCurrent Become a member: http://contribute.publicradio.org/contribute.phprefId=current in-studio [----] the current live recording session mpr the current" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=VrFA-j6aZmY) 2012-11-13T16:00Z 485K followers, 417.2K engagements "The Format play a two-song acoustic set from 'Boycott Heaven' at The Current Watch The Format play two songs from their [----] album 'Boycott Heaven' Support The Current: https://support.mpr.org/youtube or hit the Thanks button Nate Ruess and Sam Means from Arizona band The Format visited The Current studio to play a couple songs from their album Boycott Heaven which releases January [--] [----]. Songs Performed 00:00:00 Holy Roller 00:04:00 Right Where I Belong Both songs from The Format's [----] album Boycott Heaven available on the band's own The Vanity Label. Musicians Nate Ruess vocals Sam Means" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=WWshi-zopxQ) 2026-01-14T12:01Z 485K followers, [----] engagements "@valeriejune on learning from artists that have come before her #valeriejune #mavisstaples Valerie June talks with The Current's Mac Wilson about learning from artists that have come before her. Support The Current: https://support.mpr.org/youtube or hit the Thanks button Singer-songwriter Valerie June visited The Current studio to play solo acoustic versions of songs from her recent album 'Owls Omens and Oracles.' Afterwards June sat down with The Currents Mac Wilson to talk about the album and also to share her joyful spirit. No matter what hard times we face no matter what difficulties" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=WY2mqyQ6bAg) 2026-02-11T22:00Z 485K followers, [----] engagements "Son Volt - Full concert 'Union' tour Live at First Avenue Son Volt tore through more than [--] minutes of Rock and Roll and the famed Minneapolis club First Avenue with a perfect mix of new and classic songs. 00:09 The [--] 04:08 Lost Souls 06:31 Waterloo 09:17 Sinking Down 12:50 The Picture 16:45 The Reason 20:47 Union 26:10 Reality Winner 30:55 While Rome Burns 33:06 band member intros 33:39 Cherokee St. 37:02 Devil May Care 40:05 Medication 48:15 World Waits for You 55:18 Bandages & Scars 58:40 Driving the View 1:01:45 Caryatid Easy 1:06:30 Route 1:10:16 Drown 1:13:40 Afterglow [--] 1:17:03 Tear" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=ZfkQQWgMFhA) 2019-04-25T03:56Z 485K followers, 74.9K engagements "Bishop Briggs - River (Live on The Current) Bishop Briggs performs "River" live in The Current studio. From the same session: "Wild Horses" https://youtu.be/_kQ09YFvNcw "The Way I Do" https://youtu.be/klFrYdutCCw bishop briggs river live recording session the current [----] fm kcmp mpr minnesota public radio meteor garden church of scars Sarah Grace McLaughlin high energy great performance alternate version hq high quality audio pro professional recording bishop briggs river live recording session the current [----] fm kcmp mpr minnesota public radio meteor garden church of scars Sarah Grace" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=aCdiL5CzHNo) 2016-11-11T20:04Z 485K followers, 6.2M engagements "The Pixies You're So Impatient (live for The Current) The Pixies "You're So Impatient" live in The Current studio Support The Current: https://support.mpr.org/youtube Ahead of their sold-out show at Surly Brewing Festival Field on June [--] the Pixies stopped by The Current studio to play a three-song set of songs from their upcoming album The Night the Zombies Came out October [--] via BMG. The new album was produced by Tom Dalgety and is the bands first with with new bassist Emma Richardson who joined the group after the departure of Paz Lenchantin. Watch The Pixies perform "You're So" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=bZfaRL4xHsA) 2024-08-09T02:00Z 485K followers, [----] engagements "Tim McIlrath shares some of his favorite protest songs Tim McIlrath of @riseagainst shared some of his favorite protest songs and the role music plays in times of resistance. Listen and read to the full interview at thecurrent.org #RiseAgainst" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=gDEnUjZEMZA) 2026-02-10T15:04Z 485K followers, [---] engagements "Glass Animals - Full performance at The Current Watch Glass Animals perform three songs in The Current studio: 'Your Love (Dj Vu)' 'Life Itself' and 'Gooey.' SONGS PLAYED 00:00 Your Love (Dj Vu) 03:55 Life Itself 06:39 Gooey Subscribe to our channel: http://www.youtube.com/user/893TheCurrentsub_confirmation=1 PERSONNEL Dave Bayley Vocals Joe Seaward Drums Ed Irwin-Singer Bass and keyboards Drew McFarlane Guitars and keyboards MORE FROM THIS SESSION Life Itself https://youtu.be/1dAZD3NZOYg Your Love (Dj Vu) https://youtu.be/7_lw5dby00E Gooey https://youtu.be/qldq9g526PU CREDITS Engineered by" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=hSWnGT8dx3k) 2020-03-19T02:15Z 485K followers, 123.9K engagements "Gully Boys Bad Day (live at Amsterdam Bar & Hall for Minnesota Music Month 2025) Gully Boys perform "Bad Day" live at Minnesota Music Month [----] Support The Current: https://support.mpr.org/youtube The Current hosted Minnesota Music Month back in April [----] at Amsterdam Bar & Hall featuring Gully Boys Bad Bad Hats Kiss the Tiger and Lighter Co. Watch Gully Boys performance of "Bad Day" above. Musicians Kathy Callahan: vocals guitar Natalie Klemond: bass vocals Nadirah McGill: drums vocals Mariah Mercedes: lead guitar Credits Producer Megan Lundberg Video Eric Xu Romani Camera Operators" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=jAKzBdsE8pc) 2026-01-22T21:01Z 485K followers, [---] engagements "Beach Weather perform "SexDrugsEtc" live in studio While in town for a concert at the Armory in Minneapolis the Boston-originated indie-rock band Beach Weather visited The Current studio and performed an acoustic set of songs. Check out the full performance on The Current's Youtube page. #TheCurrent @beachweather" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=kYqNwkFoS3c) 2026-01-22T03:00Z 485K followers, [---] engagements "Charlie Parr -Dog (Live at The Current) Charlie Parr performs the title track "Dog" from his new album of the same name live at The Current. Hear the full in-studio session here: www.thecurrent.org/feature/2017/11/07/charlie-parr-performs-songs-from-dog-on-the-local-show charlie parr folk resonator resonator guitar steel guitar red house records studio recording professional recording alternate take songs about pets songs about dogs songs about depression friendship kcmp the current studio mmw charlie parr folk resonator resonator guitar steel guitar red house records studio recording" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=odsEKcvjA_4) 2017-11-07T20:09Z 485K followers, 26.5K engagements "@valeriejune on the responsibility of creating a beautiful world for others #valeriejune #mlk Valerie June talks with The Current's Mac Wilson about the responsibility of creating a beautiful world for others and opening the doors to all who come after her. Support The Current: https://support.mpr.org/youtube or hit the Thanks button Singer-songwriter Valerie June visited The Current studio to play solo acoustic versions of songs from her recent album 'Owls Omens and Oracles.' Afterwards June sat down with The Currents Mac Wilson to talk about the album and also to share her joyful spirit. No" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=pR2LwxNVb2A) 2026-02-02T19:43Z 485K followers, [----] engagements "Heart To Gold interview at The Current Minneapolis high-energy alt-punk trio Heart to Gold talk about their big upcoming year including their first-ever headlining gig at First Avenue upcoming US and Japan tour and Minnesota Yacht Club Festival slot. Heart to Gold at The Currents Local Artist of the Month this February [----]. Guests: Grant Whiteoak - singer/guitarist Blake Kuethe - drummer Jim Kisser - bassist Host/producer - Diane Miller Producer - Evan Clark Graphics Natalia Toledo Video - Evan Clark Alex Simpson Like/Follow: https://www.facebook.com/TheCurrent/" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=qb5xb07fWn0) 2026-02-03T20:13Z 485K followers, [---] engagements "Pete Yorn - Life On A Chain (Acoustic Live at The Current) Pete Yorn and Jackson Phillips perform 'Life on a Chain' from Pete Yorn's [----] debut album 'Musicforthemorningafter' live in The Current studio. Like/Follow: https://www.facebook.com/TheCurrent/ https://www.instagram.com/thecurrent/ https://www.threads.net/@thecurrent https://www.tiktok.com/@thecurrent.org #PeteYorn #LifeOnAChain pete yorn life on a chain musicforthemorningafter columbia records jackson phillips the current [---] the current the current sessions indie rock mpr minnesota public radio in studio session studio performance" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=qwkQX30iL2U) 2019-11-26T16:17Z 485K followers, [----] engagements "Jeff Tweedy Out in the Dark (live for The Current) Watch Jeff Tweedy and band perform "Out in the Dark" in studio Support The Current: https://support.mpr.org/youtube or hit the Thanks button In September Wilco frontman Jeff Tweedy released his solo triple album Twilight Override. To support the new album Tweedy launched a tour with a band who are very close to his heart; specifically his sons Spencer and Sammy and Tweedy familys musically talented neighbors Sima Cunningham Liam Kazar and Macie Stewart. I love everybody in this band so much Jeff Tweedy says and it really does feel like an" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=ruFQPLeczss) 2025-12-31T21:01Z 485K followers, [----] engagements "@valeriejune on Mavis Staples and her song "Friendship" #valeriejune #mavisstaples Valerie June talks with The Current's Mac Wilson about Mavis Staples and her song "Friendship." Support The Current: https://support.mpr.org/youtube or hit the Thanks button Singer-songwriter Valerie June visited The Current studio to play solo acoustic versions of songs from her recent album 'Owls Omens and Oracles.' Afterwards June sat down with The Currents Mac Wilson to talk about the album and also to share her joyful spirit. No matter what hard times we face no matter what difficulties challenges we can" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=rw0vrxe5F40) 2026-01-28T20:30Z 485K followers, [----] engagements "Hozier sings "The Humours of Whiskey" #shorts When @hozier visited The Current in [----] he performed an impromptu solo a cappella version of the Irish song The Humours of Whiskey." #hozier #whiskey #ireland #live #acapella" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=vAUTfULpVnM) 2023-11-13T21:42Z 485K followers, 817.7K engagements "Ty Segall - Alta (Acoustic live at The Current) Ty Segall performs an acoustic version of "Alta" from his [----] album "Freedom's Goblin" live in The Current studio. 'Freedom's Goblin' is a largely electric guitar and drum-driven effort which raises the question why Segall would embark on a solo acoustic tour the same year of its release. "It's really scary and really challenging" Segall explains. "I'm kind of obsessed with trying to do stuff that either I shouldn't do or that's hard for me or that's frightening or just super fun." Watch "My Lady's On Fire" from the same session:" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=vEtRN1A1yEQ) 2018-11-05T12:45Z 485K followers, 34.6K engagements "The Format Holy Roller (live for The Current) Watch The Format "Holy Roller" live in studio Support The Current: https://support.mpr.org/youtube or hit the Thanks button Nate Ruess and Sam Means from Arizona band The Format visited The Current studio to play a couple songs from their album Boycott Heaven which releases January [--] [----]. Watch a performance of "Holy Roller" above. Musicians Nate Ruess vocals Sam Means guitar and vocals Credits Guests @theformatlivingroom Host Jill Riley Producer Derrick Stevens Video Josh Sauvageau Erik Stromstad Audio Cameron Wiley Graphics Natalia Toledo" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=vWadssfjdHk) 2026-01-20T20:00Z 485K followers, [---] engagements "MJ Lenderman plays "Rip Torn" at The Current #shorts #music Watch MJ Lenderman & the Wind play "Rip Torn" from "Manning Fireworks" Support The Current: https://support.mpr.org/youtube In October [----] MJ Lenderman brought his band The Wind into The Current studio to play songs from "Manning Fireworks" including this one "Rip Torn." As you'll see in the video guitarist Jon Samuels finds this song a particular jam. Also a shout-out to MJ Lenderman whose birthday is February [--] MJ Lendermans [----] album "Manning Fireworks" is available on @antirecords. Musicians Jake Lenderman vocals guitar Jon" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=yoPlqOeQ-sk) 2026-02-03T16:01Z 485K followers, [----] engagements "Tom Morello talks about inspiration for Minneapolis benefit concert Tom Morello (Rage Against the Machine Audioslave The Nightwatchman) talks with The Current's Jill Riley about the inspiration for the benefit show A Concert Concert of Solidarity & Resistance to Defend Minnesota happening Friday Jan. [--] at noon at First Avenue in Minneapolis. "We are so inspired by the way that the people of Minneapolis have stood up to tyranny and stood up to injustice" Morello says. tom morello rage against the machine audioslave the nightwatchman minneapolis benefit concert first avenue resistance" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=2Z-9Al0Exgc) 2026-01-30T00:46Z 485K followers, [----] engagements "The Format's Nate Ruess talks about learning to play guitar 🎸 The Format's Nate Ruess and Sam Means interview with The Current's Jill Riley Support The Current: https://support.mpr.org/youtube or hit the Thanks button The Format's Nate Ruess talks about how he learned to play guitar much later in life in fact just over the past few years. "I figured it out enough to like write an album" Ruess says. The result is The Format's new album "Boycott Heaven" releasing January [--] [----]. Musicians Nate Ruess vocals Sam Means guitar and vocals Credits Guests @theformatlivingroom Host Jill Riley" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=953anM28swc) 2026-01-16T21:00Z 485K followers, [----] engagements "A fascinating conversation with Justin Vernon of Bon Iver (interview with Jill Riley at The Current) Watch Justin Vernon's interview with The Current's Jill Riley Support The Current: https://support.mpr.org/youtube or hit the Thanks button For some Bon Ivers Justin Vernon is still the guy who wrote For Emma Forever Ago in a cabin in the Wisconsin woods. I'm the sad guy Vernon says. Like that's what we they need for me and I'll oblige. Its been nearly forever [--] years since For Emma Forever Ago was released and since that time Vernon has expanded artistically in so many ways cultivating" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=IJtIZgslmqU) 2025-07-01T11:45Z 485K followers, 20.4K engagements "The Format talk about their desire to give back to communities while on tour The Format's Nate Ruess and Sam Means talk about giving back Support The Current: https://support.mpr.org/youtube or hit the Thanks button Nate Ruess and Sam Means of Arizona band The Format talk about how they try to give back directly to the communities where they perform while on tour. Musicians Nate Ruess vocals Sam Means guitar and vocals Credits Guests @theformatlivingroom Host Jill Riley Producer Derrick Stevens Video Josh Sauvageau Erik Stromstad Audio Cameron Wiley Graphics Natalia Toledo Digital Producer" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=NRpOfJb2guU) 2026-01-22T18:00Z 485K followers, [----] engagements "Nate Ruess explains where album title "Boycott Heaven" comes from The Format's Nate Ruess explains origins of "Boycott Heaven" album name Support The Current: https://support.mpr.org/youtube or hit the Thanks button Nate Ruess of Arizona band The Format talks about the origins of the album title "Boycott Heaven" . it may surprise you. 🍺 The Format's album "Boycott Heaven" releases January [--] [----]. Musicians Nate Ruess vocals Sam Means guitar and vocals Credits Guests @theformatlivingroom Host Jill Riley Producer Derrick Stevens Video Josh Sauvageau Erik Stromstad Audio Cameron Wiley Graphics" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=PROh789w-jo) 2026-01-20T20:01Z 485K followers, [----] engagements "Tim Ilrath of Rise Against speaks out in solidarity with Minneapolis #TimIlrath #RiseAgainst Tim McIlrath of @riseagainst shared words of solidarity with Minneapolis as resistance continues in the Twin Cities and all across the state. Listen and read to the full interview at thecurrent.org #TheCurrent #RiseAgainst @RiseAgainst" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=R2HGdtqGKnI) 2026-02-06T17:57Z 485K followers, [----] engagements "David Huckfelt on curating the list of songs for his covers album David Huckfelt talks about choosing songs for "I Was Born But." Support The Current: https://support.mpr.org/youtube or hit the Thanks button Minneapolis singer-songwriter David Huckfelts latest album I Was Born But is a collection of [--] cover songs that Huckfelt recorded over two days at Dust & Stone Studios in Tucson Arizona. In a recent interview with Diane host of The Local Show Huckfelt describes how he was able to curate that list of [--] songs. Huckfelt's album "I Was Born But." is available on @dongiovannirecords . Find" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=SjeF3gzGt4o) 2026-02-11T23:00Z 485K followers, [---] engagements "Nathan Stocker of @HippoCampusMN talks about working on the award-winning @mavisstaples album In an interview with Morning Show Host Jill Riley Nathan Stocker of Hippo Campus talks about playing guitar on "Godspeed" and "Beautiful Stangers" off of Mavis Staples' [----] album 'Sad And Beautiful World.' Those tracks resulted in two Grammys for Staples -- "Godspeed" winning Best Americana Performance and "Beautiful Stangers" winning Best American Roots Performance" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=SxCukQlMYpQ) 2026-02-10T19:20Z 485K followers, [----] engagements "Kiss the Tiger perform at The Current Presents: Minnesota Music Month [----] (full performance) Kiss the Tiger perform at The Current Presents: Minnesota Music Month Support The Current: https://support.mpr.org/youtube The Current hosted Minnesota Music Month back in April [----] at Amsterdam Bar & Hall featuring Gully Boys Bad Bad Hats Kiss the Tiger and Lighter Co. Watch Kiss the Tigers full performance above. Songs Performed 00:00:00 We Don't Fight Anymore 00:03:01 Anthony 00:05:39 Out of My Mind 00:10:43 There You Are (Beautiful) 00:14:23 I Wanna Love Ya 00:18:36 Big Booty Scooty 00:20:56" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=ZAH2eF97qgo) 2026-01-13T18:01Z 485K followers, [---] engagements "Gully Boys perform at The Current Presents: Minnesota Music Month [----] showcase (full performance) Gully Boys perform at The Current Presents: Minnesota Music Month Support The Current: https://support.mpr.org/youtube The Current hosted Minnesota Music Month back in April [----] at Amsterdam Bar & Hall featuring Gully Boys Bad Bad Hats Kiss the Tiger and Lighter Co. Watch Gully Boys full performance above. Songs Performed 00:00:00 Bad Day 00:03:05 Optimist 00:06:47 See You See 00:11:08 Love Me [--] 00:14:03 The Way 00:17:33 Favorite Son 00:22:15 Shame 00:25:01 Break 00:28:36 Spit 00:31:02 Mother" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=_kZwEFhbW3Y) 2026-01-09T21:00Z 485K followers, [---] engagements "Billy Bragg explains artwork for his single "City of Heroes" Billy Bragg describes his choice of artwork for the single "City of Heroes" Support The Current: https://support.mpr.org/youtube or hit the Thanks button Singer-songwriter Billy Bragg talks to The Current's Zach McCormick about how he connected with his longtime Minneapolis friend Jim Walsh to secure the artwork for the new single "City of Heroes." Bragg also describes what the image represents to him in a larger context. Find Zach's full interview with Billy Bragg posted at" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=dLEXUoTyOZk) 2026-02-06T20:00Z 485K followers, [----] engagements "The Format Right Where I Belong (live for The Current) Watch The Format "Right Where I Belong" live in studio Support The Current: https://support.mpr.org/youtube or hit the Thanks button Nate Ruess and Sam Means from Arizona band The Format visited The Current studio to play a couple songs from their album Boycott Heaven which releases January [--] [----]. Watch a performance of "Right Where I Belong" above. Musicians Nate Ruess vocals Sam Means guitar and vocals Credits Guests @theformatlivingroom Host Jill Riley Producer Derrick Stevens Video Josh Sauvageau Erik Stromstad Audio Cameron Wiley" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=dR0subgllg8) 2026-01-21T18:00Z 485K followers, [---] engagements "Jeff Tweedy performs "Enough" in studio Wilco frontman Jeff Tweedy stopped by The Current studio to perform songs from his solo triple album Twilight Override including the song Enough. Check out the full performance on The Currents Youtube page. #JeffTweedy #TwilightOverride #TheCurrent" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=ecq9sv1YgdA) 2026-01-15T20:38Z 485K followers, [----] engagements "Jeff Tweedy performs "Lou Reed Was My Babysitter" live in studio Jeff Tweedy performs "Lou Reed Was My Babysitter" live in studio. Watch the full session on our Youtube page. #TheCurrent #JeffTweedy" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=p-s2qsTX2RE) 2026-01-09T01:01Z 485K followers, [----] engagements "Billy Bragg talks about following events in Minneapolis Billy Bragg describes his connection to Minneapolis and the Twin Cities Support The Current: https://support.mpr.org/youtube or hit the Thanks button Singer-songwriter Billy Bragg talks to The Current's Zach McCormick about following events in Minneapolis which inspired him to write the song "City of Heroes." Find Zach's full interview with Billy Bragg posted at https://www.thecurrent.org/feature/2026/02/05/interview-billy-bragg-talks-about-city-of-heroes-and-shares-words-solidarity-minnesota Subscribe to our channel:" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=sJspW9uJ-U8) 2026-02-05T14:30Z 485K followers, [----] engagements "Phoenix - Lisztomania (Live at [----] The Current) Phoenix performs "Lisztomania" from the album Wolfgang Amadeus Phoenix for [----] The Current. Connect with The Current: http://TheCurrent.org/ http://youtube.com/893thecurrent/ http://twitter.com/thecurrent http://facebook.com/TheCurrent Become a member: http://contribute.publicradio.org/contribute.phprefId=current phoenix [----] the current wolfgang amadeus live performance the summer i turned pretty soundtrack listomania liztomania phoenix [----] the current wolfgang amadeus live performance the summer i turned pretty soundtrack listomania" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=tUPefFEc6zY) 2009-07-08T21:07Z 485K followers, 535.4K engagements "The Format play an acoustic version of "Holy Roller" at The Current Watch The Format perform an acoustic setting of "Holy Roller" Support The Current: https://support.mpr.org/youtube or hit the Thanks button Nate Ruess and Sam Means from Arizona band The Format visited The Current studio to play a couple songs from their album "Boycott Heaven" which releases January [--] [----] including the lead single "Holy Roller" above. The Format's [----] album Boycott Heaven will be available on the band's own The Vanity Label. Musicians Nate Ruess vocals Sam Means guitar and vocals Credits Guests" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=wOZk_2FqHfg) 2026-01-14T18:31Z 485K followers, [----] engagements "Nadi McGill of @GullyBoysBand gives background on Twin Cities United Performers (TCUP) Nadi McGill of Gully Boys gives background on Twin Cities United Performers (TCUP) the organization that's hosting I.C.E. OUT A Mutual Aid Benefit Show at First Avenue with Hippo Campus DURRY papa mbye [--] BATS and more on Sunday Feb. 15" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=ylX9sKRAP3U) 2026-02-11T18:33Z 485K followers, [---] engagements "Justin Vernon speaks on anxiety #artistinterview #shorts Bon Iver's Justin Vernon shares thoughts on facing anxiety Support The Current: https://support.mpr.org/youtube or hit the Thanks button During an interview with Jill Riley in The Current studio Justin Vernon of Bon Iver shares his thoughts about anxiety and ways to support oneself and others in facing it. Watch the full interview here: https://youtu.be/IJtIZgslmqU Credits Guest Justin Vernon of @boniver Host Jill Riley Producers Derrick Stevens Nilufer Arsala Video Evan Clark Audio Eric Xu Romani Graphics Natalia Toledo Digital" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=zOOwUwRiMBg) 2026-01-07T01:01Z 485K followers, [----] engagements "Bartees Strange on releasing an album called "Horror" on Valentine's Day Bartees Strange's album "Horror" released on Valentine's Day [----] Support The Current: https://support.mpr.org/youtube or hit the Thanks button In an interview with The Current's Nilufer Arsala Bartees Strange talks about releasing his album "Horror" on Valentine's Day. "I just don't like Valentine's Day that much" Strange says. "Never really did." He also talks about how writing the album was sort of a purgative experience where his mind and body took over and the songs seemed to come out of what he was feeling." [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=47dq5f2-LyE) 2026-02-14T01:00Z 485K followers, [---] engagements "Ratboys Light Night Mountains All That live at The Current Microshow in Minneapolis Ratboys performing "Light Night Mountains All That" live at The Current Microshow in Minneapolis Support The Current: https://support.mpr.org/youtube or hit the Thanks button Chicago indie-rock band Ratboys performed an intimate MicroShow at Cloudland Theater in Minneapolis on Tuesday Nov. [--] [----]. The show came not long after the release of the bands latest single Light Night Mountains All That which dropped in September an advance single coming ahead of the bands next album Singin to an Empty Chair expected" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=y2JpEgQBmqY) 2026-02-13T20:00Z 485K followers, [---] engagements "Jim James of My Morning Jacket shared words of solidarity with Minneapolis #MyMorningJacket Jim James of My Morning Jacket shared words of solidarity with Minneapolis and reflects on how much music can offer during times of crisis. Check out the full interview at thecurrent.org" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=Dmz1FpWSNLM) 2026-02-13T19:16Z 485K followers, [----] engagements "David Huckfelt extols the abilities and range of Minnesota musicians Singer-songwriter David Huckfelt feels lucky to play with Minnesota musicians Support The Current: https://support.mpr.org/youtube or hit the Thanks button Singer-songwriter David Huckfelt plays with a range of Minnesota-based musicians including drummer JT Bates guitarist Jeremy Ylvisaker fiddle player Ryan Young singer Channy Leaneagh and bassist and saxophonist Mike Lewis. "For my kind of music" Huckfelt says "having talented players who improvise is everything." See more of what David Huckfelt has to say in the video" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=XYQOtOdltaM) 2026-02-13T17:52Z 485K followers, [---] engagements "Bartees Strange talks about vulnerability as a life lesson Bartees Strange describes how the way to solve problems is to face them Support The Current: https://support.mpr.org/youtube or hit the Thanks button In an interview with The Current's Nilufer Arsala Bartees Strange talks about being vulnerable when facing life's problems. "Most of the big things in life there's really only one way to fix" Strange says "and it's with being vulnerable and walking right through it and it's the hardest thing you can ever do." @bartees_strange' album "Horror" is available on @4ad_official. Subscribe to" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=XJeKFcBiW4g) 2026-02-12T23:15Z 485K followers, [---] engagements "Ratboys Anywhere live at Cloudland Theater in Minneapolis for The Current Ratboys performing "Anywhere" live at The Current Microshow in Minneapolis Support The Current: https://support.mpr.org/youtube or hit the Thanks button Chicago indie-rock band Ratboys performed an intimate MicroShow at Cloudland Theater in Minneapolis on Tuesday Nov. [--] [----]. The show came not long after the release of the bands latest single Light Night Mountains All That which dropped in September an advance single coming ahead of the bands next album Singin to an Empty Chair expected February [--] [----] on New West" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=-5UrZ3iWGKM) 2026-02-12T01:00Z 485K followers, [---] engagements "David Huckfelt on curating the list of songs for his covers album David Huckfelt talks about choosing songs for "I Was Born But." Support The Current: https://support.mpr.org/youtube or hit the Thanks button Minneapolis singer-songwriter David Huckfelts latest album I Was Born But is a collection of [--] cover songs that Huckfelt recorded over two days at Dust & Stone Studios in Tucson Arizona. In a recent interview with Diane host of The Local Show Huckfelt describes how he was able to curate that list of [--] songs. Huckfelt's album "I Was Born But." is available on @dongiovannirecords . Find" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=SjeF3gzGt4o) 2026-02-11T23:00Z 485K followers, [---] engagements "@valeriejune on learning from artists that have come before her #valeriejune #mavisstaples Valerie June talks with The Current's Mac Wilson about learning from artists that have come before her. Support The Current: https://support.mpr.org/youtube or hit the Thanks button Singer-songwriter Valerie June visited The Current studio to play solo acoustic versions of songs from her recent album 'Owls Omens and Oracles.' Afterwards June sat down with The Currents Mac Wilson to talk about the album and also to share her joyful spirit. No matter what hard times we face no matter what difficulties" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=WY2mqyQ6bAg) 2026-02-11T22:00Z 485K followers, [----] engagements "Nadi McGill of @GullyBoysBand gives background on Twin Cities United Performers (TCUP) Nadi McGill of Gully Boys gives background on Twin Cities United Performers (TCUP) the organization that's hosting I.C.E. OUT A Mutual Aid Benefit Show at First Avenue with Hippo Campus DURRY papa mbye [--] BATS and more on Sunday Feb. 15" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=ylX9sKRAP3U) 2026-02-11T18:33Z 485K followers, [---] engagements "@hearttogold on working with producer Will Yip #hearttogold #willyip #minnesotamusic Minneapolis high-energy alt-punk trio Heart to Gold talk about their big upcoming year including their first-ever headlining gig at First Avenue upcoming US and Japan tour and Minnesota Yacht Club Festival slot. Heart to Gold at The Currents Local Artist of the Month this February [----]. Guests: Grant Whiteoak - singer/guitarist Blake Kuethe - drummer Jim Kisser - bassist Host/producer - Diane Miller Producer - Evan Clark Graphics Natalia Toledo Video - Evan Clark Alex Simpson" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=Sh9Tt6-0rbU) 2026-02-10T22:00Z 485K followers, [---] engagements "Nathan Stocker of @HippoCampusMN talks about working on the award-winning @mavisstaples album In an interview with Morning Show Host Jill Riley Nathan Stocker of Hippo Campus talks about playing guitar on "Godspeed" and "Beautiful Stangers" off of Mavis Staples' [----] album 'Sad And Beautiful World.' Those tracks resulted in two Grammys for Staples -- "Godspeed" winning Best Americana Performance and "Beautiful Stangers" winning Best American Roots Performance" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=SxCukQlMYpQ) 2026-02-10T19:20Z 485K followers, [----] engagements "Tim McIlrath shares some of his favorite protest songs Tim McIlrath of @riseagainst shared some of his favorite protest songs and the role music plays in times of resistance. Listen and read to the full interview at thecurrent.org #RiseAgainst" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=gDEnUjZEMZA) 2026-02-10T15:04Z 485K followers, [---] engagements "Billy Bragg explains artwork for his single "City of Heroes" Billy Bragg describes his choice of artwork for the single "City of Heroes" Support The Current: https://support.mpr.org/youtube or hit the Thanks button Singer-songwriter Billy Bragg talks to The Current's Zach McCormick about how he connected with his longtime Minneapolis friend Jim Walsh to secure the artwork for the new single "City of Heroes." Bragg also describes what the image represents to him in a larger context. Find Zach's full interview with Billy Bragg posted at" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=dLEXUoTyOZk) 2026-02-06T20:00Z 485K followers, [----] engagements "Tim Ilrath of Rise Against speaks out in solidarity with Minneapolis #TimIlrath #RiseAgainst Tim McIlrath of @riseagainst shared words of solidarity with Minneapolis as resistance continues in the Twin Cities and all across the state. Listen and read to the full interview at thecurrent.org #TheCurrent #RiseAgainst @RiseAgainst" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=R2HGdtqGKnI) 2026-02-06T17:57Z 485K followers, [----] engagements "Billy Bragg talks about following events in Minneapolis Billy Bragg describes his connection to Minneapolis and the Twin Cities Support The Current: https://support.mpr.org/youtube or hit the Thanks button Singer-songwriter Billy Bragg talks to The Current's Zach McCormick about following events in Minneapolis which inspired him to write the song "City of Heroes." Find Zach's full interview with Billy Bragg posted at https://www.thecurrent.org/feature/2026/02/05/interview-billy-bragg-talks-about-city-of-heroes-and-shares-words-solidarity-minnesota Subscribe to our channel:" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=sJspW9uJ-U8) 2026-02-05T14:30Z 485K followers, [----] engagements "Heart To Gold interview at The Current Minneapolis high-energy alt-punk trio Heart to Gold talk about their big upcoming year including their first-ever headlining gig at First Avenue upcoming US and Japan tour and Minnesota Yacht Club Festival slot. Heart to Gold at The Currents Local Artist of the Month this February [----]. Guests: Grant Whiteoak - singer/guitarist Blake Kuethe - drummer Jim Kisser - bassist Host/producer - Diane Miller Producer - Evan Clark Graphics Natalia Toledo Video - Evan Clark Alex Simpson Like/Follow: https://www.facebook.com/TheCurrent/" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=qb5xb07fWn0) 2026-02-03T20:13Z 485K followers, [---] engagements "MJ Lenderman plays "Rip Torn" at The Current #shorts #music Watch MJ Lenderman & the Wind play "Rip Torn" from "Manning Fireworks" Support The Current: https://support.mpr.org/youtube In October [----] MJ Lenderman brought his band The Wind into The Current studio to play songs from "Manning Fireworks" including this one "Rip Torn." As you'll see in the video guitarist Jon Samuels finds this song a particular jam. Also a shout-out to MJ Lenderman whose birthday is February [--] MJ Lendermans [----] album "Manning Fireworks" is available on @antirecords. Musicians Jake Lenderman vocals guitar Jon" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=yoPlqOeQ-sk) 2026-02-03T16:01Z 485K followers, [----] engagements "@valeriejune on the responsibility of creating a beautiful world for others #valeriejune #mlk Valerie June talks with The Current's Mac Wilson about the responsibility of creating a beautiful world for others and opening the doors to all who come after her. Support The Current: https://support.mpr.org/youtube or hit the Thanks button Singer-songwriter Valerie June visited The Current studio to play solo acoustic versions of songs from her recent album 'Owls Omens and Oracles.' Afterwards June sat down with The Currents Mac Wilson to talk about the album and also to share her joyful spirit. No" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=pR2LwxNVb2A) 2026-02-02T19:43Z 485K followers, [----] engagements "Tom Morello gives props to "artists who show up" Ahead of the announced A Concert of Solidarity & Resistance to Defend Minnesota benefit show talking place on Friday Jan. [--] at noon at First Avenue in Minneapolis Tom Morello (Rage Against the Machine Audioslave The Nightwatchman) talks about his admiration for "artists who show up." tom morello rage against the machine audioslave the nightwatchman minneapolis benefit concert first avenue resistance anti-racism anti-fascism support community alex pretti renee good families minnesota ike reilly rise against tim mcilrath tim mcelrath zach al di" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=SsYQ9Myg07Y) 2026-01-30T01:15Z 485K followers, [----] engagements "Tom Morello talks about inspiration for Minneapolis benefit concert Tom Morello (Rage Against the Machine Audioslave The Nightwatchman) talks with The Current's Jill Riley about the inspiration for the benefit show A Concert Concert of Solidarity & Resistance to Defend Minnesota happening Friday Jan. [--] at noon at First Avenue in Minneapolis. "We are so inspired by the way that the people of Minneapolis have stood up to tyranny and stood up to injustice" Morello says. tom morello rage against the machine audioslave the nightwatchman minneapolis benefit concert first avenue resistance" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=2Z-9Al0Exgc) 2026-01-30T00:46Z 485K followers, [----] engagements "@valeriejune on Mavis Staples and her song "Friendship" #valeriejune #mavisstaples Valerie June talks with The Current's Mac Wilson about Mavis Staples and her song "Friendship." Support The Current: https://support.mpr.org/youtube or hit the Thanks button Singer-songwriter Valerie June visited The Current studio to play solo acoustic versions of songs from her recent album 'Owls Omens and Oracles.' Afterwards June sat down with The Currents Mac Wilson to talk about the album and also to share her joyful spirit. No matter what hard times we face no matter what difficulties challenges we can" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=rw0vrxe5F40) 2026-01-28T20:30Z 485K followers, [----] engagements "Bad Bad Hats perform "Psychic Reader" at Minnesota Music Month The Current hosted Minnesota Music Month back in April [----] at Amsterdam Bar & Hall featuring Gully Boys Bad Bad Hats Kiss the Tiger and Lighter Co. Watch Bad Bad Hats' full performance on The Current's Youtube page" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=EYQO2sX0SJQ) 2026-01-27T21:00Z 485K followers, [----] engagements "Lighter Co. perform at The Current Presents: Minnesota Music Month [----] showcase (full performance) Lighter Co. perform at The Current Presents: Minnesota Music Month Support The Current: https://support.mpr.org/youtube The Current hosted Minnesota Music Month back in April [----] at Amsterdam Bar & Hall featuring Gully Boys Bad Bad Hats Kiss the Tiger and Lighter Co. Watch Lighter Co.'s full performance above. Songs Performed 00:00:00 Danny 00:01:55 For Her 00:05:39 Take Another Lover 00:13:22 Six Feet 00:17:14 If You Kill All The Flowers Musicians Nolan: guitar vocals Colin: vocals guitar The" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=6aA1IhtwuTU) 2026-01-26T18:51Z 485K followers, [---] engagements "Gully Boys perform "Bad Day" at Minnesota Music Month The Current hosted Minnesota Music Month back in April [----] at Amsterdam Bar & Hall featuring Gully Boys Bad Bad Hats Kiss the Tiger and Lighter Co. Watch Gully Boys full performance on The Currents Youtube page. #TheCurrent #GullyBoys" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=5E-lqN61Bj8) 2026-01-22T21:18Z 485K followers, [----] engagements "Gully Boys Bad Day (live at Amsterdam Bar & Hall for Minnesota Music Month 2025) Gully Boys perform "Bad Day" live at Minnesota Music Month [----] Support The Current: https://support.mpr.org/youtube The Current hosted Minnesota Music Month back in April [----] at Amsterdam Bar & Hall featuring Gully Boys Bad Bad Hats Kiss the Tiger and Lighter Co. Watch Gully Boys performance of "Bad Day" above. Musicians Kathy Callahan: vocals guitar Natalie Klemond: bass vocals Nadirah McGill: drums vocals Mariah Mercedes: lead guitar Credits Producer Megan Lundberg Video Eric Xu Romani Camera Operators" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=jAKzBdsE8pc) 2026-01-22T21:01Z 485K followers, [---] engagements "The Format talk about their desire to give back to communities while on tour The Format's Nate Ruess and Sam Means talk about giving back Support The Current: https://support.mpr.org/youtube or hit the Thanks button Nate Ruess and Sam Means of Arizona band The Format talk about how they try to give back directly to the communities where they perform while on tour. Musicians Nate Ruess vocals Sam Means guitar and vocals Credits Guests @theformatlivingroom Host Jill Riley Producer Derrick Stevens Video Josh Sauvageau Erik Stromstad Audio Cameron Wiley Graphics Natalia Toledo Digital Producer" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=NRpOfJb2guU) 2026-01-22T18:00Z 485K followers, [----] engagements "Beach Weather perform "SexDrugsEtc" live in studio While in town for a concert at the Armory in Minneapolis the Boston-originated indie-rock band Beach Weather visited The Current studio and performed an acoustic set of songs. Check out the full performance on The Current's Youtube page. #TheCurrent @beachweather" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=kYqNwkFoS3c) 2026-01-22T03:00Z 485K followers, [---] engagements "The Format perform "Right Where I Belong" in studio Nate Ruess and Sam Means from Arizona band The Format visited The Current studio to play a couple songs from their album Boycott Heaven which releases January [--] [----]. Check out the full performance on our page #TheCurrent #TheFormat @theformatlivingroom" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=1mqMtaRgw5A) 2026-01-21T21:00Z 485K followers, [----] engagements "Bad Bad Hats perform at The Current Presents: Minnesota Music Month [----] (full performance) Bad Bad Hats perform at The Current Presents: Minnesota Music Month Support The Current: https://support.mpr.org/youtube The Current hosted Minnesota Music Month back in April [----] at Amsterdam Bar & Hall featuring Gully Boys Bad Bad Hats Kiss the Tiger and Lighter Co. Watch Bad Bad Hats' full performance above. Songs Performed 00:00:00 Gloria Love 00:02:46 Let Me In 00:06:11 Nothing Gets Me High 00:09:41 Walkman 00:12:39 My Heart Your Heart 00:15:28 Talk With Your Hands 00:18:46 Meter Run 00:21:36 Lay" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=C03chsvvaAU) 2026-01-21T18:45Z 485K followers, [---] engagements "The Format Right Where I Belong (live for The Current) Watch The Format "Right Where I Belong" live in studio Support The Current: https://support.mpr.org/youtube or hit the Thanks button Nate Ruess and Sam Means from Arizona band The Format visited The Current studio to play a couple songs from their album Boycott Heaven which releases January [--] [----]. Watch a performance of "Right Where I Belong" above. Musicians Nate Ruess vocals Sam Means guitar and vocals Credits Guests @theformatlivingroom Host Jill Riley Producer Derrick Stevens Video Josh Sauvageau Erik Stromstad Audio Cameron Wiley" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=dR0subgllg8) 2026-01-21T18:00Z 485K followers, [---] engagements "Nate Ruess explains where album title "Boycott Heaven" comes from The Format's Nate Ruess explains origins of "Boycott Heaven" album name Support The Current: https://support.mpr.org/youtube or hit the Thanks button Nate Ruess of Arizona band The Format talks about the origins of the album title "Boycott Heaven" . it may surprise you. 🍺 The Format's album "Boycott Heaven" releases January [--] [----]. Musicians Nate Ruess vocals Sam Means guitar and vocals Credits Guests @theformatlivingroom Host Jill Riley Producer Derrick Stevens Video Josh Sauvageau Erik Stromstad Audio Cameron Wiley Graphics" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=PROh789w-jo) 2026-01-20T20:01Z 485K followers, [----] engagements "The Format Holy Roller (live for The Current) Watch The Format "Holy Roller" live in studio Support The Current: https://support.mpr.org/youtube or hit the Thanks button Nate Ruess and Sam Means from Arizona band The Format visited The Current studio to play a couple songs from their album Boycott Heaven which releases January [--] [----]. Watch a performance of "Holy Roller" above. Musicians Nate Ruess vocals Sam Means guitar and vocals Credits Guests @theformatlivingroom Host Jill Riley Producer Derrick Stevens Video Josh Sauvageau Erik Stromstad Audio Cameron Wiley Graphics Natalia Toledo" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=vWadssfjdHk) 2026-01-20T20:00Z 485K followers, [---] engagements "@thebandjoseph talk about their song "Bye and Bye" #indiepop #duoband #artistinterview #shorts Natalie Closner of @thebandjoseph talks to Morning Show Host Jill Riley about the band's song "Bye and Bye." Subscribe to our channel: http://www.youtube.com/user/893TheCurrentsub_confirmation=1 Like/Follow: https://www.facebook.com/TheCurrent/ https://www.instagram.com/thecurrent/ https://www.threads.net/@thecurrent https://www.tiktok.com/@thecurrent.org" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=VN-HS9pyTzQ) 2026-01-20T15:01Z 485K followers, [---] engagements "The Format's Nate Ruess talks about learning to play guitar 🎸 The Format's Nate Ruess and Sam Means interview with The Current's Jill Riley Support The Current: https://support.mpr.org/youtube or hit the Thanks button The Format's Nate Ruess talks about how he learned to play guitar much later in life in fact just over the past few years. "I figured it out enough to like write an album" Ruess says. The result is The Format's new album "Boycott Heaven" releasing January [--] [----]. Musicians Nate Ruess vocals Sam Means guitar and vocals Credits Guests @theformatlivingroom Host Jill Riley" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=953anM28swc) 2026-01-16T21:00Z 485K followers, [----] engagements "Dessa talks about how she came to adore cake baking and decorating 🍰 Minnesota artist Dessa describes her new favorite hobby cake decorating Support The Current: https://support.mpr.org/youtube or hit the Thanks button Receiving the gift of a carrot cake was the springboard for Dessa's new favorite hobby: cake decorating. Hear more about it in Dessa's interview with The Current's Mac Wilson. Dessa's [----] double-sided single "Camelot" / "Tough Call" is available on @DoomtreeRecords. Credits Guest Dessa Host Mac Wilson Producer Derrick Stevens Video Will Keeler Erik Stromstad Camera Operators" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=y3Vq3pXJKXg) 2026-01-15T23:01Z 485K followers, [----] engagements "Jeff Tweedy performs "Enough" in studio Wilco frontman Jeff Tweedy stopped by The Current studio to perform songs from his solo triple album Twilight Override including the song Enough. Check out the full performance on The Currents Youtube page. #JeffTweedy #TwilightOverride #TheCurrent" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=ecq9sv1YgdA) 2026-01-15T20:38Z 485K followers, [----] engagements "How many songs has Jeff Tweedy written 🤔 #jefftweedy #wilco #songwriting #shorts During an interview with The Current host Jessica Paxton asks how many songs Tweedy has written in his life. Support The Current: https://support.mpr.org/youtube or hit the Thanks button In September [----] Wilco frontman Jeff Tweedy released his solo triple album "Twilight Override." During an interview with The Current host Jessica Paxton asks how many songs Tweedy has written in his life. Jeff Tweedys [----] album "Twilight Override" is available on dBpm Records. Musicians Jeff Tweedy vocals and guitar Sammy" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=43hh7sKyCiU) 2026-01-15T01:00Z 485K followers, 26.8K engagements "The Format play an acoustic version of "Holy Roller" at The Current Watch The Format perform an acoustic setting of "Holy Roller" Support The Current: https://support.mpr.org/youtube or hit the Thanks button Nate Ruess and Sam Means from Arizona band The Format visited The Current studio to play a couple songs from their album "Boycott Heaven" which releases January [--] [----] including the lead single "Holy Roller" above. The Format's [----] album Boycott Heaven will be available on the band's own The Vanity Label. Musicians Nate Ruess vocals Sam Means guitar and vocals Credits Guests" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=wOZk_2FqHfg) 2026-01-14T18:31Z 485K followers, [----] engagements "The Format play a two-song acoustic set from 'Boycott Heaven' at The Current Watch The Format play two songs from their [----] album 'Boycott Heaven' Support The Current: https://support.mpr.org/youtube or hit the Thanks button Nate Ruess and Sam Means from Arizona band The Format visited The Current studio to play a couple songs from their album Boycott Heaven which releases January [--] [----]. Songs Performed 00:00:00 Holy Roller 00:04:00 Right Where I Belong Both songs from The Format's [----] album Boycott Heaven available on the band's own The Vanity Label. Musicians Nate Ruess vocals Sam Means" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=WWshi-zopxQ) 2026-01-14T12:01Z 485K followers, [----] engagements "Nate Ruess and Sam Means of The Format talk with The Current's Jill Riley The Format's Nate Ruess and Sam Means interview with The Current's Jill Riley Support The Current: https://support.mpr.org/youtube or hit the Thanks button After being away from music for a while or as Nate Ruess puts it "retired" Arizona band The Format reunited after Ruess started learning to play guitar and found a new vehicle for songwriting. "I figured it out enough to like write an album" Ruess says. He then reached out to his longtime bandmate Sam Means and within moments Sam was all in. The result is The" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=J37cOKpYMnE) 2026-01-14T11:45Z 485K followers, [----] engagements "Dessa describes how she got to know singer and collaborator Aby Wolf Dessa talks about her longtime connection with singer Aby Wolf Support The Current: https://support.mpr.org/youtube or hit the Thanks button Following a session in The Current studio Minnesota artist Dessa describes how she met befriended and began collaborating with singer Aby Wolf. Dessa's [----] double-sided single "Camelot" / "Tough Call" is available on @DoomtreeRecords. Credits Guest Dessa Host Mac Wilson Producer Derrick Stevens Video Will Keeler Erik Stromstad Camera Operators Evan Clark Will Keeler Autumn Haeg Audio" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=br8lHVk2MSw) 2026-01-13T21:00Z 485K followers, [---] engagements "Kiss the Tiger perform at The Current Presents: Minnesota Music Month [----] (full performance) Kiss the Tiger perform at The Current Presents: Minnesota Music Month Support The Current: https://support.mpr.org/youtube The Current hosted Minnesota Music Month back in April [----] at Amsterdam Bar & Hall featuring Gully Boys Bad Bad Hats Kiss the Tiger and Lighter Co. Watch Kiss the Tigers full performance above. Songs Performed 00:00:00 We Don't Fight Anymore 00:03:01 Anthony 00:05:39 Out of My Mind 00:10:43 There You Are (Beautiful) 00:14:23 I Wanna Love Ya 00:18:36 Big Booty Scooty 00:20:56" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=ZAH2eF97qgo) 2026-01-13T18:01Z 485K followers, [---] engagements "@thebandjoseph talk about their band changing from a trio to a duo #indiepop #duoband #shorts Meegan and Natalie Closner of @thebandjoseph talk to Morning Show Host Jill Riley about their band changing from a trio to a duo. Subscribe to our channel: http://www.youtube.com/user/893TheCurrentsub_confirmation=1 Like/Follow: https://www.facebook.com/TheCurrent/ https://www.instagram.com/thecurrent/ https://www.threads.net/@thecurrent https://www.tiktok.com/@thecurrent.org" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=mm7g2Taqa40) 2026-01-13T16:02Z 485K followers, [----] engagements "Jeff Tweedy talks about the fun of making music on tour Jeff Tweedy loves making music onstage and off Support The Current: https://support.mpr.org/youtube or hit the Thanks button During an interview with Jessica Paxton in The Current studio Jeff Tweedy talks about how much fun it is simply making music together on tour onstage or off. Sima Cunningham and Macie Stewart also weigh in. Jeff Tweedys [----] album "Twilight Override" is available on dBpm Records. Musicians Jeff Tweedy vocals and guitar Sammy Tweedy vocals and keyboards / synths Spencer Tweedy drums Sima Cunningham bass and vocals" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=x0-cE5_18AY) 2026-01-13T03:01Z 485K followers, [----] engagements "Gully Boys perform at The Current Presents: Minnesota Music Month [----] showcase (full performance) Gully Boys perform at The Current Presents: Minnesota Music Month Support The Current: https://support.mpr.org/youtube The Current hosted Minnesota Music Month back in April [----] at Amsterdam Bar & Hall featuring Gully Boys Bad Bad Hats Kiss the Tiger and Lighter Co. Watch Gully Boys full performance above. Songs Performed 00:00:00 Bad Day 00:03:05 Optimist 00:06:47 See You See 00:11:08 Love Me [--] 00:14:03 The Way 00:17:33 Favorite Son 00:22:15 Shame 00:25:01 Break 00:28:36 Spit 00:31:02 Mother" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=_kZwEFhbW3Y) 2026-01-09T21:00Z 485K followers, [---] engagements "Jeff Tweedy performs "Lou Reed Was My Babysitter" live in studio Jeff Tweedy performs "Lou Reed Was My Babysitter" live in studio. Watch the full session on our Youtube page. #TheCurrent #JeffTweedy" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=p-s2qsTX2RE) 2026-01-09T01:01Z 485K followers, [----] engagements "Hayes Carll describes his weirdest gig 😂 #shorts #interview Listen to Hayes Carll talk about one of the weirdest gigs he's played Support The Current: https://support.mpr.org/youtube or hit the Thanks button Hayes Carll has played a lot of gigs in his career and in this interview with Bill DeVille in The Current studio Hayes shares the story of one of his weirdest gigs ever. Credits Guest @hayescarll Host Bill DeVille Producers Bill DeVille Mike Pengra Video Josh Sauvageau Audio Evan Clark Graphics Natalia Toledo Digital Producer Luke Taylor Subscribe to our channel:" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=Rd8fLmL8T60) 2026-01-08T21:00Z 485K followers, [----] engagements "Dessa Tough Call (live for The Current) Watch Dessa perform "Tough Call" in studio Support The Current: https://support.mpr.org/youtube or hit the Thanks button Minneapolis multi-hyphenate artist Dessa visited The Current to play a pair of new songs for [----] "Camelot" and "Tough Call" and a song from her [----] album "Bury The Lede. Watch a performance of "Tough Call" above. Musicians Dessa vocals Aby Wolf vocals Aviva Jaye vocals harp Joshua Williams music director vocals tracks keys sax Cameron Kinghorn vocals Matthew Santos vocals Credits Guest Dessa Host Mac Wilson Producer Derrick Stevens" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=M-vecZgkBqA) 2026-01-08T21:00Z 485K followers, [---] engagements "Justin Vernon speaks on anxiety #artistinterview #shorts Bon Iver's Justin Vernon shares thoughts on facing anxiety Support The Current: https://support.mpr.org/youtube or hit the Thanks button During an interview with Jill Riley in The Current studio Justin Vernon of Bon Iver shares his thoughts about anxiety and ways to support oneself and others in facing it. Watch the full interview here: https://youtu.be/IJtIZgslmqU Credits Guest Justin Vernon of @boniver Host Jill Riley Producers Derrick Stevens Nilufer Arsala Video Evan Clark Audio Eric Xu Romani Graphics Natalia Toledo Digital" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=zOOwUwRiMBg) 2026-01-07T01:01Z 485K followers, [----] engagements "Yam Haus talk with host Zach McCormick #YamHaus Minneapolis indie-rock band Yam Haus stopped by The Current adn talked with host Zach McCormick about their upcoming show at First Avenue on Saturday January [--] and opening for Old Dominion at the Minnesota State Fair. Read and listen to the full interview at thecurrent.org #TheCurrent @YAMHAUS" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=khi6Q_D2zfs) 2026-01-06T21:00Z 485K followers, [----] engagements Limited data mode. Full metrics available with subscription: lunarcrush.com/pricing
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"Bartees Strange on releasing an album called "Horror" on Valentine's Day Bartees Strange's album "Horror" released on Valentine's Day [----] Support The Current: https://support.mpr.org/youtube or hit the Thanks button In an interview with The Current's Nilufer Arsala Bartees Strange talks about releasing his album "Horror" on Valentine's Day. "I just don't like Valentine's Day that much" Strange says. "Never really did." He also talks about how writing the album was sort of a purgative experience where his mind and body took over and the songs seemed to come out of what he was feeling."
YouTube Link 2026-02-14T01:00Z 485K followers, [---] engagements
"Ratboys perform a Microshow set at Cloudland Theater in Minneapolis for The Current Watch a Microshow concert by Ratboys recorded live in Minneapolis Support The Current: https://support.mpr.org/youtube or hit the Thanks button Chicago indie-rock band Ratboys performed an intimate MicroShow at Cloudland Theater in Minneapolis on Tuesday Nov. [--] [----]. The show came not long after the release of the bands latest single Light Night Mountains All That which dropped in September an advance single coming ahead of the bands next album Singin to an Empty Chair expected February [--] [----] on New West"
YouTube Link 2025-12-30T14:45Z 485K followers, [----] engagements
"Slug (of Atmosphere): Not Another Day Slug (of Atmosphere) performing "Not Another Day" from The Current's Fakebook with Chuck D. Connect with The Current: http://TheCurrent.org/ http://youtube.com/893thecurrent/ http://twitter.com/thecurrent http://facebook.com/TheCurrent Become a member: http://contribute.publicradio.org/contribute.phprefId=current minnesota public radio 893thecurrent atmosphere fakebook minnesota public radio 893thecurrent atmosphere fakebook"
YouTube Link 2008-06-19T18:49Z 485K followers, 1M engagements
"Tyler Childers - Feathered Indians (Live at The Current) Tyler Childers performs 'Feathered Indians' from his [----] release 'Purgatory' live in The Current studio. country childres tyler chilers childers alt country outlaw tyler childers the current [---] the current the current sessions mpr minnesota public radio kentucky singer-songwriter americana music alt country music alternative country music folk music purgatory album hickman holler hickman holler records studio in studio performance live music solo acoustic tyler childers solo flatpick guitar flatpicking wildwood flower lady may"
YouTube Link 2020-02-06T23:56Z 485K followers, 1M engagements
"Jim James of My Morning Jacket shared words of solidarity with Minneapolis #MyMorningJacket Jim James of My Morning Jacket shared words of solidarity with Minneapolis and reflects on how much music can offer during times of crisis. Check out the full interview at thecurrent.org"
YouTube Link 2026-02-13T19:16Z 485K followers, [----] engagements
"Mandolin Orange - Hey Stranger (Live on The Current) Mandolin Orange perform "Hey Stranger" live on Radio Heartland in the studios of The Current. Stream the full in-studio session: http://www.thecurrent.org/feature/2016/11/30/mandolin-orange-perform-in-the-radio-heartland-studio Connect with The Current: http://TheCurrent.org/ http://youtube.com/893thecurrent/ http://twitter.com/thecurrent http://facebook.com/TheCurrent https://instagram.com/thecurrent/ Become a member: http://contribute.publicradio.org/ [----] the current mandolin orange live recording session mpr the current [----] fm kcmp"
YouTube Link 2016-11-30T23:05Z 485K followers, 2.4M engagements
"Kaleo - I Can't Go on Without You (live on [----] The Current) Kaleo perform "I Can't Go on Without You" live in The Current studio. Watch: Kaleo "Way Down We Go": https://youtu.be/sZ5SI6n1Ljs Kaleo "All The Pretty Girls": https://youtu.be/OQSwub4jgxQ Kaleo full session: https://youtu.be/WQMU8dYMXao Credits Hosted by Mark Wheat Produced by Derrick Stevens Engineered by Michael DeMark Images by Nate Ryan Listen to the full in-studio session: http://www.thecurrent.org/feature/2016/03/03/kaleo-perform-in-the-current-studio Connect with The Current: http://TheCurrent.org/"
YouTube Link 2016-03-23T16:12Z 485K followers, 124.8M engagements
"Bon Iver - Holocene (Live at Rock the Garden) Bon Iver's performance at Rock the Garden took everyone's breath away especially when he played "Holocene" from his self-titled album near the end of his set. Hear more from the performance: http://www.thecurrent.org/feature/2017/08/11/hear-bon-ivers-massive-rock-the-garden-set You rely on The Current to keep you connected to the music you love and we rely on you to power this station. Everything you find here is only possible because of listener support. Give now at: http://www.support.mpr.org/youtube Subscribe to our channel:"
YouTube Link 2017-08-11T15:19Z 485K followers, 5.3M engagements
"Mitski - Washing Machine Heart (Live at The Current) Mitski performs "Washing Machine Heart" from her outstanding [----] album 'Be the Cowboy' at The Current studio. Watch "Nobody" from the same session: https://www.youtube.com/watchv=J_vpzApCmUk Be the Cowboy Mitsky INdie Alternative upbeat Baby bang it up inside I'm not wearing my usual lipstick manic protagonist dead oceans Be the Cowboy Mitsky INdie Alternative upbeat Baby bang it up inside I'm not wearing my usual lipstick manic protagonist dead oceans"
YouTube Link 2018-12-21T20:19Z 485K followers, 1.5M engagements
"Aurora - Full performance (Live at The Current) Norwegian singer-songwriter Aurora Aksnes known professionally as Aurora had first imagined the songs she was working on would comprise three albums then one before she firmly decided on two. "I realized that with time with a lot of thinking I did realize that I have been writing about two very different parts but of the same process I would say" she says. "So it makes very much sense spiritually and musically to split it into two parts so it makes sense now." That first part Infections of a Different Kind - step [--] was released in September"
YouTube Link 2020-04-28T19:00Z 485K followers, 6.5M engagements
"Foster the People - Pumped Up Kicks (Acoustic)(Live on [----] The Current) The California trio Foster the People known for their synth-laced hazy pop stopped by The Current and spoke to Mark Wheat about their love of surfing touring and the German website that kick started their internet buzz. Check out their whole in-studio session including the intro song in its entirety: http://minnesota.publicradio.org/display/web/2011/04/08/in-studio-performance-foster-the-people/ Watch more videos over at http://thecurrent.org. Connect with The Current: http://TheCurrent.org/"
YouTube Link 2011-06-03T21:05Z 485K followers, 3.5M engagements
"David Huckfelt extols the abilities and range of Minnesota musicians Singer-songwriter David Huckfelt feels lucky to play with Minnesota musicians Support The Current: https://support.mpr.org/youtube or hit the Thanks button Singer-songwriter David Huckfelt plays with a range of Minnesota-based musicians including drummer JT Bates guitarist Jeremy Ylvisaker fiddle player Ryan Young singer Channy Leaneagh and bassist and saxophonist Mike Lewis. "For my kind of music" Huckfelt says "having talented players who improvise is everything." See more of what David Huckfelt has to say in the video"
YouTube Link 2026-02-13T17:52Z 485K followers, [---] engagements
"Gogol Bordello - Full Concert 20th Anniversary Tour (Live at Palace Theatre for The Current) Celebrating [--] years as a band #GogolBordello are touring and playing highlights from their entire catalog. The band play their infectious New York folk-punk blend #live at Palace Theatre in St. Paul Minnesota. folk punk gypsy hutz eugene uplift seekers gogo gogul bordelo bordella finders hq hd live professional quality dub start wearing purple mi companjera Voi-La Intruder Multi Kontra Culti vs. Irony Gypsy Punks: Underdog World Strike Super Taranta Trans-Continental Hustle Pura Vida Conspiracy folk"
YouTube Link 2019-06-01T04:25Z 485K followers, 98.3K engagements
"The National - Don't Swallow The Cap (Live on [----] The Current) The National performs "Don't Swallow the Cap" live in the UBS Forum at the studios of [----] The Current. Listen to the rest of the session and interview on at http://www.thecurrent.org/feature/2013/08/13/the-national-live Connect with The Current: http://TheCurrent.org/ http://youtube.com/893thecurrent/ http://twitter.com/thecurrent http://facebook.com/TheCurrent The National (Musical Group) mpr the current [----] the current KCMP (Radio Station) live recording in-studio session minnesota public radio concert The National (Musical"
YouTube Link 2013-08-16T12:30Z 485K followers, 547.9K engagements
"Gigi Perez Sailor Song (live for The Current) Watch Gigi Perez' acoustic performance of "Sailor Song" at The Current Support The Current: https://support.mpr.org/youtube Its been a heckuva last [--] months for singer-songwriter Gigi Perez. Returning to her home in New Jersey Perez started releasing songs as an independent artists and found that the songs really struck a chord with audiences. Perezs Sailor Song continues to climb the Billboard Hot [---] as well as the streaming charts. Its made Perezs head spin a little bit but its also filled her with gratitude. While on tour Gigi Perez visited"
YouTube Link 2024-11-13T03:00Z 485K followers, 1.6M engagements
"Gaslight Anthem - [--] (Acoustic) (Live on [----] The Current) Gaslight Anthem peforms an acoustic version of "45" Live in the studios of [----] The Current. Listen to the whole session and interview at http://thecurrent.org/ http://minnesota.publicradio.org/display/web/2012/07/11/gaslight-anthem-live-2012/ Connect with The Current: http://TheCurrent.org/ http://youtube.com/893thecurrent/ http://twitter.com/thecurrent http://facebook.com/TheCurrent Become a member: http://contribute.publicradio.org/contribute.phprefId=current In-Studio youtube [----] The Current In-Studio youtube [----] The Current"
YouTube Link 2012-07-12T17:53Z 485K followers, 301.1K engagements
"Hozier - The Humours of Whiskey (Traditional a cappella) Hozier performs an impromptu solo a cappella version of the traditional Irish song 'The Humours of Whiskey' live in The Current studio. #hozier #hoziermusic hozier andrew hozier byrne music live music folk music traditional music irish music the humours of whiskey the current singing [---] the current a cappella mpr minnesota public radio music of ireland drinking songs slip jig whisky wisky irish ireland a capella hozier andrew hozier byrne music live music folk music traditional music irish music the humours of whiskey the current"
YouTube Link 2019-08-02T18:29Z 485K followers, 5.7M engagements
"Kaleo - Way Down We Go (Live on [----] The Current) Kaleo perform "Way Down We Go" live in The Current studio. Watch: Kaleo "I Can't Go On Without You": https://youtu.be/NcXsK_u4ixI Kaleo "All The Pretty Girls": https://youtu.be/OQSwub4jgxQ Kaleo full session: https://youtu.be/WQMU8dYMXao Stream the full in-studio session: http://www.thecurrent.org/feature/2016/03/03/kaleo-perform-in-the-current-studio Connect with The Current: http://TheCurrent.org/ http://youtube.com/893thecurrent/ http://twitter.com/thecurrent http://facebook.com/TheCurrent https://instagram.com/thecurrent/ You rely on The"
YouTube Link 2016-03-09T16:33Z 485K followers, 13.3M engagements
"Aurora - Animal (Live at The Current) Aurora performs her song 'Animal' live in The Current studio. MORE FROM THIS SESSION It Happened Quiet https://youtu.be/9U-N6LqzdIM Churchyard https://youtu.be/o58hKXhQLtA Full Performance https://www.youtube.com/watchv=Ti1Iae6AcaU Personnel: Aurora Aksnes Silja Sol Fredrik Vogsborg Magnus Skylstad You rely on The Current to keep you connected to the music you love and we rely on you to power this station. Everything you find here is only possible because of listener support. Give now at: https://support.mpr.org/youtube the current [---] the current aurora"
YouTube Link 2019-03-09T20:15Z 485K followers, 7M engagements
"David Rawlings - Cumberland Gap (Live at The Current) David Rawlings performs "Cumberland Gap" live at The Current for a session on Radio Heartland. Personnel: David Rawlings: guitar vocals Gillian Welch: guitar vocals Brittany Haas: fiddle Willie Watson: guitar Paul Kowert: bass Hear the full session here: http://www.thecurrent.org/feature/2017/08/25/david-rawlings-performs-songs-from-his-new-album-poor-davids-almanack You rely on The Current to keep you connected to the music you love and we rely on you to power this station. Everything you find here is only possible because of listener"
YouTube Link 2017-08-24T23:20Z 485K followers, 2.1M engagements
"Bon Iver -- Lump Sum Bon Iver performs the song Lump Sum from his album For Emma Forever Ago live in the studios of [---] The Current. http://minnesota.publicradio.org/display/web/2008/01/17/bon_iver/ Connect with The Current: http://TheCurrent.org/ http://youtube.com/893thecurrent/ http://twitter.com/thecurrent http://facebook.com/TheCurrent Become a member: http://contribute.publicradio.org/contribute.phprefId=current Bon Iver Lump Sum For Emma Forever Ago Music Video The Current [---] MPR Bon Iver Lump Sum For Emma Forever Ago Music Video The Current [---] MPR"
YouTube Link 2008-01-19T00:18Z 485K followers, 1.8M engagements
"Tash Sultana - Jungle extended version (Live at The Current) In The Current's studio Tash Sultana orchestrated a carefully choreographed performance of "Jungle" using numerous loops to lay down guitar tracks starting with the basic chord progression then moving to ornamentation followed by a bassline. At that point they shifted to percussion and when all the pieces were in place started singing to the layers of music they create. Sultana also adds some rocking guitar parts to each song showcasing a playing style that invites comparisons to Prince. Plus: Watch a 12-minute version of "Notion":"
YouTube Link 2018-02-06T20:10Z 485K followers, 40.5M engagements
"Hippo Campus - South (Live on The Current) Hippo Campus perform the title track "South" off their [----] EP live in The Current studio. Listen to the full in-studio session: http://www.thecurrent.org/feature/2016/06/13/hippo-campus-perform-in-the-current-studio Connect with The Current: http://TheCurrent.org/ http://youtube.com/893thecurrent/ http://twitter.com/thecurrent http://facebook.com/TheCurrent https://instagram.com/thecurrent/ Become a member: https://contribute.publicradio.org/contribute.phprefId=current hippo campus south the current live session recording mpr minnesota public radio"
YouTube Link 2016-06-13T16:13Z 485K followers, 344.7K engagements
"The Decemberists - The Rake's Song - Live at Rock the Garden [----] The Decemberists perform The Rake's Song at Rock the Garden [----] in Minneapolis. Rock the Garden is a co-production of [----] The Current (http://thecurrent.org) and Walker Art Center (http://www.walkerart.org/) decemberists [----] current rock the garden walker walker art rake song decemberists [----] current rock the garden walker walker art rake song"
YouTube Link 2009-10-07T17:10Z 485K followers, 134.6K engagements
"Thundercat - A Fan's Mail (Tron Song II) (Live on The Current) Thundercats performs "A Fan's Mail (Tron Song II)" off the album 'Drunk' live in The Current studio. Stream the full in-studio session: http://www.thecurrent.org/feature/2017/03/10/thundercat-performs-in-the-current-studio PERSONNEL Stephen Bruner - bass vocals Justin Brown - drums Dennis Hamm - piano Connect with The Current: http://TheCurrent.org/ http://youtube.com/893thecurrent/ http://twitter.com/thecurrent http://facebook.com/TheCurrent https://instagram.com/thecurrent/ Become a member: http://contribute.publicradio.org/"
YouTube Link 2017-03-10T19:42Z 485K followers, 2.4M engagements
"Aurora - It Happened Quiet (Live at The Current) Aurora performs 'It Happened Quiet' live in The Current studio. The song is from her [----] album 'Infections of a Different Kind Step 1.' MORE FROM THIS SESSION Animal https://youtu.be/t3tA-Y5D8jU Churchyard https://youtu.be/o58hKXhQLtA Full Performance https://youtu.be/Ti1Iae6AcaU Personnel: Silja Sol Fredrik Vogsborg Magnus Skylstad You rely on The Current to keep you connected to the music you love and we rely on you to power this station. Everything you find here is only possible because of listener support. Give now at:"
YouTube Link 2019-03-11T18:30Z 485K followers, 6.5M engagements
"Hozier - Almost (Sweet Music) (Live at The Current) Hozier performs 'Almost (Sweet Music)' from his album 'Wasteland Baby' live in The Current studio. Audio by Corey Schreppel Video by Nate Ryan & Minju Kim Andrew "Hozier" Byrne - vocals Alex Ryan - bass Cormac Curran - organ Thandii - keyboards Kristen Rogers - backing vocals hand claps Rachel Beauregard - backing vocals hand claps Rory Doyle - drums percussion Suzanne Santo - violin backing vocals hozier andrew byrne andrew hozier byrne the current [---] the current Rubyworks Records music live music studio performance in-studio performance"
YouTube Link 2019-06-05T11:15Z 485K followers, 1.5M engagements
"Stephen Sanchez Blame It On The Troubadour (live for The Current) Nashville-based singer-songwriter Stephen Sanchez has quickly taken the world by storm first building a loyal fanbase on TikTok that eventually got him signed to Republic Records in August [----]. Having released two EPs Sanchez has been busily on tour which included a sold-out show at the Fine Line in Minneapolis in late February. Sanchezs debut full-length is expected later this year. During his tour Sanchez visited The Current to play solo acoustic versions of two previously unreleased songs. Watch Sanchez's performance of"
YouTube Link 2023-04-04T02:00Z 485K followers, 19.4K engagements
"Hozier - Movement (Live at The Current) Hozier performs 'Movement' from his album 'Wasteland Baby' live in The Current studio. Audio by Corey Schreppel Video by Nate Ryan & Minju Kim Personnel: Andrew "Hozier" Byrne - vocals Alex Ryan - bass Cormac Curran - organ Thandii - keyboards Kristen Rogers - backing vocals hand claps Rachel Beauregard - backing vocals hand claps Rory Doyle - drums percussion Suzanne Santo - violin backing vocals hozier andrew byrne andrew hozier byrne the current [---] the current movement wasteland baby Rubyworks Records music live music studio performance in-studio"
YouTube Link 2019-06-05T11:00Z 485K followers, 2.8M engagements
"Kaleo - All The Pretty Girls (Live on The Current) Kaleo performs "All The Pretty Girls" live in the studios of [----] The Current March [----]. Watch: Kaleo "Way Down We Go": https://youtu.be/sZ5SI6n1Ljs Kaleo "I Can't Go On Without You": https://youtu.be/NcXsK_u4ixI Kaleo full session: https://youtu.be/WQMU8dYMXao Listen to the full in-studio session: http://www.thecurrent.org/feature/2016/03/03/kaleo-perform-in-the-current-studio Connect with The Current: http://TheCurrent.org/ http://youtube.com/893thecurrent/ http://twitter.com/thecurrent http://facebook.com/TheCurrent"
YouTube Link 2017-06-09T19:36Z 485K followers, 2.8M engagements
"Andrew Bird - full concert My Finest Work Yet tour 9/27/19 (The Current) Watch Andrew Bird perform a full #live #concert at the Palace Theatre in St. Paul Minnesota. Touring in support of 'My Finest Work Yet' Bird and his band bring a provocative blend of rock jazz and Americana to life in a show that features all the songs from the album delightful dips into Bird's back catalog and a string of beguiling covers in the encore. SET LIST "Sisyphus" "Bloodless" "Olympians" "Cracking Codes" "Fallorun" "Truth Lies Low" "Roma Fade" "Archipelago" "Proxy War" "Manifest" "Don The Struggle" "Bellevue"
YouTube Link 2019-09-28T04:30Z 485K followers, 391.2K engagements
"Michael Kiwanuka - Love and Hate (Live at The Current) Michael Kiwanuka performs the title track from his latest album "Love & Hate" in the studios of [----] The Current. MORE FROM THIS SESSION Full session: https://www.youtube.com/watchv=TRh_-tKHe3o Cold Little Heart https://www.youtube.com/watchv=kIBtqXj3Ftk Connect with The Current: http://twitter.com/thecurrent http://facebook.com/TheCurrent https://instagram.com/thecurrent/ [----] mpr fm the current in-studio live performance michael kiwanuka love and hate love & hate giri/haji the royals suits the brave elementary lovesick rosewood queen"
YouTube Link 2017-05-26T22:07Z 485K followers, 3.8M engagements
"Hozier - four songs at The Current (2019) Hozier's a cappella performance of the traditional Irish tune "The Humours of Whiskey" has been blowing up on Tik Tok. That performance comes from a [----] session recorded in The Current studio while Hozier was on tour in support of his album "Wasteland Baby" Watch all four performances from that studio session including the traditional "The Humours of Whiskey." SONGS PERFORMED 0:00 "Almost (Sweet Music)" 3:47 "Movement" 8:05 "Nina Cried Power" 11:54 "The Humours of Whiskey" PERSONNEL Andrew Hozier-Byrne vocals; guitar on "Almost (Sweet Music)" Alex"
YouTube Link 2021-03-02T03:00Z 485K followers, 3.6M engagements
"First Aid Kit - Live from the Palace Theater 1/30/2018 With head-banging strobe lights and electric guitar solos First Aid Kit brought a new energy to the Palace Theatre in January. Sisters Johanna and Klara Sderberg just released their fourth album 'Ruins.' The album features songs that fit the texture weve come to expect from First Aid Kit folksy sounds with beautiful harmonies as well as expanding the groups palette to include a harder-rocking sound. live sweden folk concert recording acoustic theater guitar fak kit FIRSTAIDKIT emmylou live sweden folk concert recording acoustic theater"
YouTube Link 2018-03-08T15:35Z 485K followers, 418.8K engagements
"Ron Gallo - Young Lady You're Scaring Me Ron Gallo plays his break-out hit from 'Heavy Meta' in The Current's studio. Full session: http://www.thecurrent.org/feature/2017/04/30/ron-gallo-rocks-out-in-the-current-studio ron gallo heavy meta young lady you're scaring me kcmp the current current sessions live music studio recordings alternate takes ron gallo heavy meta young lady you're scaring me kcmp the current current sessions live music studio recordings alternate takes"
YouTube Link 2017-05-23T22:12Z 485K followers, 109.9K engagements
"Lianne La Havas - Full live session at The Current (2015) Support The Current: https://support.mpr.org/youtube or hit the Thanks button To celebrate The Currents 20th Anniversary The Currents Live Sessions Vault unlocks never-before-seen live performance videos of bands and artists who have played in our iconic studio. Watch to see the full session of Lianne La Havas featuring previously unreleased footage from when she visited The Current studio back in [----]. Songs Performed 00:00:00 Green and Gold 00:04:39 Wonderful 00:08:51 Forget Musicians Lianne La Havas vocals guitar Frida Mariama"
YouTube Link 2025-05-02T02:00Z 485K followers, 14.4K engagements
"Michael Kiwanuka - Cold Little Heart (Live on The Current) Michael Kiwanuka performs "Cold Little Heart" from his latest album "Love & Hate" in the studios of [----] The Current. MORE FROM THIS SESSION Full session: https://www.youtube.com/watchv=TRh_-tKHe3o Cold Little Heart https://www.youtube.com/watchv=kIBtqXj3Ftk Connect with The Current: http://twitter.com/thecurrent http://facebook.com/TheCurrent https://instagram.com/thecurrent/ [----] mpr fm the current in-studio live performance michael kiwanuka love and hate love & hate Cold little heart [----] mpr fm the current in-studio live"
YouTube Link 2017-05-30T21:30Z 485K followers, 2.3M engagements
"Lukas Nelson performs [--] songs at PledgeHouse during SXSW Lukas Nelson is a fiery guitarist who's recently been a key collaborator with Neil Young. It will be a treat to catch Nelson on the small Blackheart stage before he heads to the big screen where he's collaborating and co-starring with Lady Gaga and Bradley Cooper in the remake of 'A Star is Born.' Songs performed Just Outside of Austin Fool Me Ounce Forget About Georgia Find Yourself lukas nelson pledgehouse noisetrade pledgemusic current thecurrent blackheart blackheart bar willie nelson outlaw country country acoustic guitar lukas"
YouTube Link 2018-03-16T18:04Z 485K followers, 232.8K engagements
"Lianne La Havas - full [----] session at The Current Lianne La Havas has already released two songs from her upcoming self-titled album her third on the Warner Records label coming July [--] [----]. La Havas has visited our studio twice so far: once in [----] and again in [----] the session from which these performances come. SONGS PERFORMED 00:00 "Wonderful" 04:10 "Green and Gold" 08:47 "Forget" PERSONNEL Lianna La Havas guitar and vocals Frida Mariama Touray backing vocals and percussion James Wyatt piano guitar CREDITS Video & Photo: Nate Ryan Audio: Michael DeMark Production: Derrick Stevens FIND"
YouTube Link 2020-06-30T02:00Z 485K followers, 542.1K engagements
"Aurora - Churchyard (Live at The Current) Aurora performs 'Churchyard' live in The Current studio. The song is from her [----] album 'Infections of a Different Kind Step 1.' Churchyard is from Aurora's [----] album Infections of a Different Kind - step [--] released on Decca Records and distributed in the U.S. on Glassnote Records. MORE FROM THIS SESSION Full performance https://youtu.be/Ti1Iae6AcaU It Happened Quiet https://youtu.be/9U-N6LqzdIM Animal https://youtu.be/t3tA-Y5D8jU PERSONNEL Aurora Magnus Skylstad Silja Sol and Fredrik Vogsborg CREDITS Production: Derrick Stevens Audio: Cameron Wiley"
YouTube Link 2020-04-28T18:30Z 485K followers, 545.5K engagements
"The National - Pink Rabbits (Live on [----] The Current) The National perform "Pink Rabbits" live in the UBS Forum at the studios of [----] The Current. Listen to the rest of the session and interview at http://thecurrent.org/ http://www.thecurrent.org/feature/2013/08/13/the-national-live Connect with The Current: http://TheCurrent.org/ http://youtube.com/893thecurrent/ http://twitter.com/thecurrent http://facebook.com/TheCurrent Become a member: http://contribute.publicradio.org/contribute.phprefId=current The National (Musical Group) in-studio the current [----] the current KCMP (Radio Station)"
YouTube Link 2013-08-14T15:04Z 485K followers, 1.5M engagements
"Kaleo play "Way Down We Go" in studio #live Iceland rock band @officialkaleo visited The Current in [----] and "Way Down We Go" was an unmistakable highlight. All of the videos from that session are now among the most popular entries on our YouTube channel and it's easy to see why. The musical chemistry displayed by JJ Jlusson Rubin Pollock Dav Antonsson and Danel Kristjnsson is so powerful. Watch the full session here: https://www.youtube.com/watchv=WQMU8dYMXao #kaleo #guitarsolo #alternativerock"
YouTube Link 2023-09-18T17:29Z 485K followers, 379.1K engagements
"Royel Otis Til the Morning (live at The Current) Watch Royel Otis performing "Til The Morning" at The Current Support The Current: https://support.mpr.org/youtube "Til The Morning" is from Royel Otis [----] album Pratts & Pain available on Ourness. Musicians Otis Pavlovic vocals Leroy Bressington guitar Credits Guests @royelotis Host Bill DeVille Producer Derrick Stevens Video Director Evan Clark Audio Engineer Eric Xu Romani Camera Operators Evan Clark Megan Lundberg Graphics Natalia Toledo Digital Producer Luke Taylor Subscribe to our channel:"
YouTube Link 2024-09-15T16:00Z 485K followers, 41.1K engagements
"Phoenix studio session at The Current Launching their Alpha Zulu tour at the Palace Theatre in St. Paul Minn. on Tuesday Sept. [--] French indie-pop band Phoenix visited The Current studio to perform a set of songs including the title track and "Tonight" the second track to be released from the new album "Alpha Zulu" which is scheduled for full release on November [--]. Phoenix also played a longtime favorite from their back catalogue. Watch all three performances above. Songs Performed 00:00:00 Tonight 00:03:02 Alpha Zulu 00:05:50 [----] Band members Thomas Mars Deck D'Arcy Christian Mazzalai"
YouTube Link 2022-09-08T20:00Z 485K followers, 91.8K engagements
"Nick Lowe - (What's So Funny 'Bout) Peace Love and Understanding (Live on [----] The Current) Nick Lowe dedicates "(What's So Funny 'Bout) Peace Love and Understanding" to his late friend Ian McLagan backed by Los Straitjackets live in The Current studio. Listen to the whole session at thecurrent.org http://www.thecurrent.org/feature/2014/12/03/nick-lowe-with-los-straitjackets-performs-in-the-current-studio Connect with The Current: http://TheCurrent.org/ http://youtube.com/893thecurrent/ http://twitter.com/thecurrent http://facebook.com/TheCurrent Become a member:"
YouTube Link 2014-12-04T20:31Z 485K followers, 512.1K engagements
"Car Seat Headrest - Drunk Drivers/Killer Whales (Live at Rock the Garden) Determined and electric Car Seat Headrest tore through a sweltering set at Rock the Garden [----]. Hear more highlights at: thecurrent.org/feature/2017/08/08/car-seat-headrests-rock-the-garden-set-will-make-you-sweat car seat headrest rock the garden outdoor music music festival festival turtleneck car seat headrest rock the garden outdoor music music festival festival turtleneck"
YouTube Link 2017-08-08T13:55Z 485K followers, 193K engagements
"Ratboys Light Night Mountains All That live at The Current Microshow in Minneapolis Ratboys performing "Light Night Mountains All That" live at The Current Microshow in Minneapolis Support The Current: https://support.mpr.org/youtube or hit the Thanks button Chicago indie-rock band Ratboys performed an intimate MicroShow at Cloudland Theater in Minneapolis on Tuesday Nov. [--] [----]. The show came not long after the release of the bands latest single Light Night Mountains All That which dropped in September an advance single coming ahead of the bands next album Singin to an Empty Chair expected"
YouTube Link 2026-02-13T20:00Z 485K followers, [---] engagements
"Bartees Strange talks about vulnerability as a life lesson Bartees Strange describes how the way to solve problems is to face them Support The Current: https://support.mpr.org/youtube or hit the Thanks button In an interview with The Current's Nilufer Arsala Bartees Strange talks about being vulnerable when facing life's problems. "Most of the big things in life there's really only one way to fix" Strange says "and it's with being vulnerable and walking right through it and it's the hardest thing you can ever do." @bartees_strange' album "Horror" is available on @4ad_official. Subscribe to"
YouTube Link 2026-02-12T23:15Z 485K followers, [---] engagements
"The Hold Steady - Constructive Summer The band The Hold Steady was formed in [----] after vocalist/guitarist Craig Finn moved to New York City from Minneapolis. They released their debut CD "Almost Killed Me" in [----] and it's been nonstop for the band ever since. In July of [----] The Hold Steady dropped their fourth CD and most heavily produced effort "Stay Positive" under some pretty major buzz in the music industry. Hold steady Constructive Summer thecurrent [---] instudio studio Hold steady Constructive Summer thecurrent [---] instudio studio"
YouTube Link 2008-09-09T14:31Z 485K followers, 158.4K engagements
"Phoenix [----] (live for The Current) Hours before launching their Alpha Zulu tour at the Palace Theatre in St. Paul Minn. on Tuesday Sept. [--] French indie-pop band Phoenix visited The Current studio to perform a set of songs including two from the new album as well as this throwback to their [----] album "Wolfgang Amadeus Phoenix." Watch Phoenix perform "1901" during a session recorded live in The Current studio. Band members Thomas Mars Deck D'Arcy Christian Mazzalai Laurent Brancowitz Credits Guests Phoenix Producer Derrick Stevens Director Erik Stromstad Camera Operators Erik Stromstad Evan"
YouTube Link 2022-09-13T02:00Z 485K followers, 196.9K engagements
"Lucius - Dusty Trails (Live on The Current) Lucius perform "Dusty Trails" at an intimate #MicroShow for lucky listeners of The Current in the Minnesota State Capitol rotunda. Stream the full performance: http://www.thecurrent.org/feature/2017/03/06/lucius-perform-intimate-microshow-for-the-current Connect with The Current: http://TheCurrent.org/ http://youtube.com/893thecurrent/ http://twitter.com/thecurrent http://facebook.com/TheCurrent https://instagram.com/thecurrent/ Become a member: http://contribute.publicradio.org/ lucius dusty trails minnesota state capitol rotunda state capitol the"
YouTube Link 2017-03-06T17:51Z 485K followers, 355.1K engagements
"Car Seat Headrest - Fill in the Blank (Live on The Current) Car Seat Headrest perform "Fill In The Blank" live in the studios of [----] The Current. Stream the full in-studio session including a cover of David Bowie's "Blackstar": http://www.thecurrent.org/feature/2016/07/18/car-seat-headrest-perform-in-the-current-studio Connect with The Current: http://TheCurrent.org/ http://youtube.com/893thecurrent/ http://twitter.com/thecurrent http://facebook.com/TheCurrent https://instagram.com/thecurrent/ Become a member: http://contribute.publicradio.org/contribute.phprefId=currenthe Current car seat"
YouTube Link 2016-07-20T16:16Z 485K followers, 227K engagements
"Ratboys Anywhere live at Cloudland Theater in Minneapolis for The Current Ratboys performing "Anywhere" live at The Current Microshow in Minneapolis Support The Current: https://support.mpr.org/youtube or hit the Thanks button Chicago indie-rock band Ratboys performed an intimate MicroShow at Cloudland Theater in Minneapolis on Tuesday Nov. [--] [----]. The show came not long after the release of the bands latest single Light Night Mountains All That which dropped in September an advance single coming ahead of the bands next album Singin to an Empty Chair expected February [--] [----] on New West"
YouTube Link 2026-02-12T01:00Z 485K followers, [---] engagements
"Royel Otis interview at The Current Watch Royel Otis' super fun interview with The Current's Jessica Paxton Support The Current: https://support.mpr.org/youtube or hit the Thanks button Australian band Royel Otis anchored by the duo of Royel Maddell and Otis Pavlovic followed up their highly acclaimed debut album Pratts & Pain with Hickey released August [--] [----]. Shortly thereafter they embarked on an ambitious tour in support of the album resulting in their third visit to Minnesota for a concert at the Palace Theatre in St. Paul. During their time in St. Paul Maddell and Pavlovic walked over"
YouTube Link 2025-10-28T21:41Z 485K followers, [----] engagements
"Lianne La Havas - Wonderful (Live on [----] The Current) Lianne La Havas performs "Wonderful" off the album 'Blood' live in the studios of [----] The Current. Listen to the full in-studio session: http://www.thecurrent.org/feature/2015/10/09/lianne-la-havas-performs-in-the-current-studio Connect with The Current: http://TheCurrent.org/ http://youtube.com/893thecurrent/ http://twitter.com/thecurrent http://facebook.com/TheCurrent https://instagram.com/thecurrent/ Become a member: http://contribute.publicradio.org/contribute.phprefId=currenthe Current) Lianne La Havas (Musical Artist) wonderful the"
YouTube Link 2015-10-09T17:39Z 485K followers, 2.2M engagements
"Parquet Courts - Freebird II (Live at The Current) Parquet Courts perform the song "Freebird II" from their [----] album "Wide Awake'" live in The Current studio. the current [---] the current parquet courts freebird ii wide awake live music live performance in studio mpr minnesota public radio the current [---] the current parquet courts freebird ii wide awake live music live performance in studio mpr minnesota public radio"
YouTube Link 2018-06-05T16:45Z 485K followers, 51.8K engagements
"The Format perform "Right Where I Belong" in studio Nate Ruess and Sam Means from Arizona band The Format visited The Current studio to play a couple songs from their album Boycott Heaven which releases January [--] [----]. Check out the full performance on our page #TheCurrent #TheFormat @theformatlivingroom"
YouTube Link 2026-01-21T21:00Z 485K followers, [----] engagements
"How many songs has Jeff Tweedy written 🤔 #jefftweedy #wilco #songwriting #shorts During an interview with The Current host Jessica Paxton asks how many songs Tweedy has written in his life. Support The Current: https://support.mpr.org/youtube or hit the Thanks button In September [----] Wilco frontman Jeff Tweedy released his solo triple album "Twilight Override." During an interview with The Current host Jessica Paxton asks how many songs Tweedy has written in his life. Jeff Tweedys [----] album "Twilight Override" is available on dBpm Records. Musicians Jeff Tweedy vocals and guitar Sammy"
YouTube Link 2026-01-15T01:00Z 485K followers, 26.8K engagements
"Jeff Tweedy considers the joys and challenges of living life Jeff Tweedy explains what "Twilight Override" album name means to him Support The Current: https://support.mpr.org/youtube or hit the Thanks button During an interview with Jessica Paxton in The Current studio Jeff Tweedy shares thoughts on the joys and challenges of simply living life. Jeff Tweedys [----] album "Twilight Override" is available on dBpm Records. Credits Guest Jeff Tweedy Host Jessica Paxton Producer Derrick Stevens Video Aaron Ankrum Audio Evan Clark Graphics Natalia Toledo Digital Producer Luke Taylor Subscribe to our"
YouTube Link 2026-01-06T01:00Z 485K followers, [----] engagements
"Lighter Co. perform at The Current Presents: Minnesota Music Month [----] showcase (full performance) Lighter Co. perform at The Current Presents: Minnesota Music Month Support The Current: https://support.mpr.org/youtube The Current hosted Minnesota Music Month back in April [----] at Amsterdam Bar & Hall featuring Gully Boys Bad Bad Hats Kiss the Tiger and Lighter Co. Watch Lighter Co.'s full performance above. Songs Performed 00:00:00 Danny 00:01:55 For Her 00:05:39 Take Another Lover 00:13:22 Six Feet 00:17:14 If You Kill All The Flowers Musicians Nolan: guitar vocals Colin: vocals guitar The"
YouTube Link 2026-01-26T18:51Z 485K followers, [---] engagements
"Glass Animals - Your Love (Dj Vu) (Live at The Current) Glass Animals perform their [----] single 'Your Love (Dj Vu)' live in The Current studio. Subscribe to our channel: http://www.youtube.com/user/893TheCurrentsub_confirmation=1 PERSONNEL Dave Bayley Vocals Joe Seaward Drums Ed Irwin-Singer Bass and keyboards Drew McFarlane Guitars and keyboards MORE FROM THIS SESSION Life Itself https://youtu.be/1dAZD3NZOYg Gooey https://youtu.be/qldq9g526PU Full performance: https://youtu.be/hSWnGT8dx3k CREDITS Engineered by Michael DeMark and Tessa Bloch Visuals by Nate Ryan Production by Anna Weggel"
YouTube Link 2020-03-19T02:00Z 485K followers, 136.3K engagements
"Dessa Rothko (live for The Current) Watch Dessa perform "Rothko" in studio Support The Current: https://support.mpr.org/youtube or hit the Thanks button Minneapolis multi-hyphenate artist Dessa visited The Current to play a pair of new songs for [----] "Camelot" and "Tough Call" and a song from her [----] album "Bury The Lede. Watch a performance of "Rothko" above. Musicians Dessa vocals Aby Wolf vocals Aviva Jaye vocals harp Joshua Williams music director vocals tracks keys sax Cameron Kinghorn vocals Matthew Santos vocals Credits Guest Dessa Host Mac Wilson Producer Derrick Stevens Video Will"
YouTube Link 2026-01-05T21:00Z 485K followers, [---] engagements
"Bad Bad Hats perform at The Current Presents: Minnesota Music Month [----] (full performance) Bad Bad Hats perform at The Current Presents: Minnesota Music Month Support The Current: https://support.mpr.org/youtube The Current hosted Minnesota Music Month back in April [----] at Amsterdam Bar & Hall featuring Gully Boys Bad Bad Hats Kiss the Tiger and Lighter Co. Watch Bad Bad Hats' full performance above. Songs Performed 00:00:00 Gloria Love 00:02:46 Let Me In 00:06:11 Nothing Gets Me High 00:09:41 Walkman 00:12:39 My Heart Your Heart 00:15:28 Talk With Your Hands 00:18:46 Meter Run 00:21:36 Lay"
YouTube Link 2026-01-21T18:45Z 485K followers, [---] engagements
"Charlie Parr - Over The Red Cedar (Live on [----] The Current) Charlie Parr performs "Over The Red Cedar" live on [----] The Current. Listen to the rest of the session at http://thecurrent.org/ Connect with The Current: http://youtube.com/893thecurrent/ http://twitter.com/thecurrent http://facebook.com/TheCurrent Become a member: http://contribute.publicradio.org/contribute.phprefId=current [----] FM KCMP (Radio Station) Music (TV Genre) Charlie Parr (Musical Artist) in-studio live recording session [----] FM KCMP (Radio Station) Music (TV Genre) Charlie Parr (Musical Artist) in-studio live recording"
YouTube Link 2015-04-30T15:30Z 485K followers, 170K engagements
"Thomas Dolby - She Blinded Me with Science (Live on [----] The Current) Thomas Dolby performs the [----] hit "She Blinded Me with Science" live in the studios of [----] The Current. Listen to all three songs and the interview at http://TheCurrent.org/ http://minnesota.publicradio.org/display/web/2012/04/12/thomas-dolby/ In-Studio youtube [----] The Current In-Studio youtube [----] The Current"
YouTube Link 2012-04-13T18:23Z 485K followers, 257.5K engagements
"Bad Bad Hats perform "Psychic Reader" at Minnesota Music Month The Current hosted Minnesota Music Month back in April [----] at Amsterdam Bar & Hall featuring Gully Boys Bad Bad Hats Kiss the Tiger and Lighter Co. Watch Bad Bad Hats' full performance on The Current's Youtube page"
YouTube Link 2026-01-27T21:00Z 485K followers, [----] engagements
"Eyedea & Abilities - Spin Cycle (Live on The Local Show) Eyedea & Abilities performs "Spin Cycle" live in the studios of [----] The Current. Connect with The Current: http://TheCurrent.org/ http://youtube.com/893thecurrent/ http://twitter.com/thecurrent http://facebook.com/TheCurrent Become a member: http://contribute.publicradio.org/contribute.phprefId=current eyedea abilities spin cycle dave campbell local show minneapolis st. paul music minnesota [----] Current rhymesayers eyedea abilities spin cycle dave campbell local show minneapolis st. paul music minnesota [----] Current rhymesayers"
YouTube Link 2009-07-24T16:05Z 485K followers, 173.6K engagements
"Charlie Parr - Full live session at The Current (2015) To celebrate The Currents 20th Anniversary The Currents Live Sessions Vault unlocks never-before-seen live performance videos of bands and artists who have played in our iconic studio. Watch to see the full session and interview of Charlie Parr featuring previously unreleased footage from when he visited The Current studio back in [----]. Songs Performed 00:00:00 Over the Cedar 00:04:12 Interview Pt [--] 00:11:38 Frank Miller Blues 00:15:44 Interview Pt [--] 00:24:10 Falcon Musicians Charlie Parr vocals guitar Credits Host David Campbell Producer"
YouTube Link 2025-10-19T02:00Z 485K followers, [---] engagements
"Yo La Tengo - Ohm (Live on [----] The Current) Yo La Tengo performs "Ohm" live in the studios of [----] The Current. Listen to the rest of the session online at http://thecurrent.org/ http://www.thecurrent.org/feature/2013/02/04/yo-la-tengo Connect with The Current: http://TheCurrent.org/ http://youtube.com/893thecurrent/ http://twitter.com/thecurrent http://facebook.com/TheCurrent Become a member: http://contribute.publicradio.org/contribute.phprefId=current [----] the current in-studio recording session yo la tengo yo la tango (band) [----] the current in-studio recording session yo la tengo yo la"
YouTube Link 2013-02-05T12:30Z 485K followers, 34.7K engagements
"Dessa performs "Rothko" live in studio #TheCurrent Minneapolis multi-hyphenate artist Dessa recently visited The Current to perform "Rothko" in studio. Check out the full session on our Youtube page. #TheCurrent #Dessa"
YouTube Link 2026-01-05T21:00Z 485K followers, [----] engagements
"Ty Segall - solo acoustic set at The Current (2018) Two years ago this week singer-songwriter Ty Segall visited our studio to play a solo acoustic session. Watch that three-song set. Segall's [----] album "Freedom's Goblin" is a largely electric guitar and drum-driven effort which raises the question why Segall embarked on a solo acoustic tour the same year of its release. "It's really scary and really challenging" Segall explained. "I'm kind of obsessed with trying to do stuff that either I shouldn't do or that's hard for me or that's frightening or just super fun." SONGS PERFORMED 0:00 "Alta""
YouTube Link 2020-11-11T03:00Z 485K followers, [----] engagements
"Nate Ruess and Sam Means of The Format talk with The Current's Jill Riley The Format's Nate Ruess and Sam Means interview with The Current's Jill Riley Support The Current: https://support.mpr.org/youtube or hit the Thanks button After being away from music for a while or as Nate Ruess puts it "retired" Arizona band The Format reunited after Ruess started learning to play guitar and found a new vehicle for songwriting. "I figured it out enough to like write an album" Ruess says. He then reached out to his longtime bandmate Sam Means and within moments Sam was all in. The result is The"
YouTube Link 2026-01-14T11:45Z 485K followers, [----] engagements
"Dessa Tough Call (live for The Current) Watch Dessa perform "Tough Call" in studio Support The Current: https://support.mpr.org/youtube or hit the Thanks button Minneapolis multi-hyphenate artist Dessa visited The Current to play a pair of new songs for [----] "Camelot" and "Tough Call" and a song from her [----] album "Bury The Lede. Watch a performance of "Tough Call" above. Musicians Dessa vocals Aby Wolf vocals Aviva Jaye vocals harp Joshua Williams music director vocals tracks keys sax Cameron Kinghorn vocals Matthew Santos vocals Credits Guest Dessa Host Mac Wilson Producer Derrick Stevens"
YouTube Link 2026-01-08T21:00Z 485K followers, [---] engagements
"Glenn Tilbrook of Squeeze - Black Coffee in Bed (Live on [----] The Current) Glenn Tilbrook of Squeeze performs a solo version of "Black Coffee in Bed on the Steinway grand piano in the studios of [----] The Current. Listen to the full in-studio session and interview: http://www.thecurrent.org/feature/2015/11/24/glenn-tilbrook-of-squeeze-performs-at-the-current Connect with The Current: http://TheCurrent.org/ http://youtube.com/893thecurrent/ http://twitter.com/thecurrent http://facebook.com/TheCurrent Become a member: http://contribute.publicradio.org/contribute.phprefId=current Squeeze (Musical"
YouTube Link 2015-11-30T19:34Z 485K followers, 15.1K engagements
"The xx - Full live session at The Current (2017) To celebrate The Currents 20th Anniversary The Currents Live Sessions Vault unlocks never-before-seen live performance videos of bands and artists who have played in our iconic studio. Watch to see the full three-song session of The xx featuring previously unreleased footage from when they visited The Current studio back in [----]. Songs Performed 00:00:00 Say Something Loving 00:04:22 I Dare You 00:08:34 On Hold Musicians Romy Madley Croft guitar vocals Oliver Sim bass guitar vocals Jamie xx beats programming and percussion Credits Video & Photo"
YouTube Link 2025-03-11T03:00Z 485K followers, 95.5K engagements
"@hearttogold on working with producer Will Yip #hearttogold #willyip #minnesotamusic Minneapolis high-energy alt-punk trio Heart to Gold talk about their big upcoming year including their first-ever headlining gig at First Avenue upcoming US and Japan tour and Minnesota Yacht Club Festival slot. Heart to Gold at The Currents Local Artist of the Month this February [----]. Guests: Grant Whiteoak - singer/guitarist Blake Kuethe - drummer Jim Kisser - bassist Host/producer - Diane Miller Producer - Evan Clark Graphics Natalia Toledo Video - Evan Clark Alex Simpson"
YouTube Link 2026-02-10T22:00Z 485K followers, [---] engagements
"Tom Morello gives props to "artists who show up" Ahead of the announced A Concert of Solidarity & Resistance to Defend Minnesota benefit show talking place on Friday Jan. [--] at noon at First Avenue in Minneapolis Tom Morello (Rage Against the Machine Audioslave The Nightwatchman) talks about his admiration for "artists who show up." tom morello rage against the machine audioslave the nightwatchman minneapolis benefit concert first avenue resistance anti-racism anti-fascism support community alex pretti renee good families minnesota ike reilly rise against tim mcilrath tim mcelrath zach al di"
YouTube Link 2026-01-30T01:15Z 485K followers, [----] engagements
"Lianne La Havas - Is Your Love Big Enough (Live on [----] The Current) Lianne La Havas performs "Is Your Love Big Enough" live in the studios of [----] The Current. Listen to the rest of the session online at http://thecurrent.org/ http://minnesota.publicradio.org/display/web/2012/11/12/lianne-la-havas-in-studio/ Connect with The Current: http://TheCurrent.org/ http://youtube.com/893thecurrent/ http://twitter.com/thecurrent http://facebook.com/TheCurrent Become a member: http://contribute.publicradio.org/contribute.phprefId=current in-studio [----] the current live recording session mpr the current"
YouTube Link 2012-11-13T16:00Z 485K followers, 417.2K engagements
"The Format play a two-song acoustic set from 'Boycott Heaven' at The Current Watch The Format play two songs from their [----] album 'Boycott Heaven' Support The Current: https://support.mpr.org/youtube or hit the Thanks button Nate Ruess and Sam Means from Arizona band The Format visited The Current studio to play a couple songs from their album Boycott Heaven which releases January [--] [----]. Songs Performed 00:00:00 Holy Roller 00:04:00 Right Where I Belong Both songs from The Format's [----] album Boycott Heaven available on the band's own The Vanity Label. Musicians Nate Ruess vocals Sam Means"
YouTube Link 2026-01-14T12:01Z 485K followers, [----] engagements
"@valeriejune on learning from artists that have come before her #valeriejune #mavisstaples Valerie June talks with The Current's Mac Wilson about learning from artists that have come before her. Support The Current: https://support.mpr.org/youtube or hit the Thanks button Singer-songwriter Valerie June visited The Current studio to play solo acoustic versions of songs from her recent album 'Owls Omens and Oracles.' Afterwards June sat down with The Currents Mac Wilson to talk about the album and also to share her joyful spirit. No matter what hard times we face no matter what difficulties"
YouTube Link 2026-02-11T22:00Z 485K followers, [----] engagements
"Son Volt - Full concert 'Union' tour Live at First Avenue Son Volt tore through more than [--] minutes of Rock and Roll and the famed Minneapolis club First Avenue with a perfect mix of new and classic songs. 00:09 The [--] 04:08 Lost Souls 06:31 Waterloo 09:17 Sinking Down 12:50 The Picture 16:45 The Reason 20:47 Union 26:10 Reality Winner 30:55 While Rome Burns 33:06 band member intros 33:39 Cherokee St. 37:02 Devil May Care 40:05 Medication 48:15 World Waits for You 55:18 Bandages & Scars 58:40 Driving the View 1:01:45 Caryatid Easy 1:06:30 Route 1:10:16 Drown 1:13:40 Afterglow [--] 1:17:03 Tear"
YouTube Link 2019-04-25T03:56Z 485K followers, 74.9K engagements
"Bishop Briggs - River (Live on The Current) Bishop Briggs performs "River" live in The Current studio. From the same session: "Wild Horses" https://youtu.be/_kQ09YFvNcw "The Way I Do" https://youtu.be/klFrYdutCCw bishop briggs river live recording session the current [----] fm kcmp mpr minnesota public radio meteor garden church of scars Sarah Grace McLaughlin high energy great performance alternate version hq high quality audio pro professional recording bishop briggs river live recording session the current [----] fm kcmp mpr minnesota public radio meteor garden church of scars Sarah Grace"
YouTube Link 2016-11-11T20:04Z 485K followers, 6.2M engagements
"The Pixies You're So Impatient (live for The Current) The Pixies "You're So Impatient" live in The Current studio Support The Current: https://support.mpr.org/youtube Ahead of their sold-out show at Surly Brewing Festival Field on June [--] the Pixies stopped by The Current studio to play a three-song set of songs from their upcoming album The Night the Zombies Came out October [--] via BMG. The new album was produced by Tom Dalgety and is the bands first with with new bassist Emma Richardson who joined the group after the departure of Paz Lenchantin. Watch The Pixies perform "You're So"
YouTube Link 2024-08-09T02:00Z 485K followers, [----] engagements
"Tim McIlrath shares some of his favorite protest songs Tim McIlrath of @riseagainst shared some of his favorite protest songs and the role music plays in times of resistance. Listen and read to the full interview at thecurrent.org #RiseAgainst"
YouTube Link 2026-02-10T15:04Z 485K followers, [---] engagements
"Glass Animals - Full performance at The Current Watch Glass Animals perform three songs in The Current studio: 'Your Love (Dj Vu)' 'Life Itself' and 'Gooey.' SONGS PLAYED 00:00 Your Love (Dj Vu) 03:55 Life Itself 06:39 Gooey Subscribe to our channel: http://www.youtube.com/user/893TheCurrentsub_confirmation=1 PERSONNEL Dave Bayley Vocals Joe Seaward Drums Ed Irwin-Singer Bass and keyboards Drew McFarlane Guitars and keyboards MORE FROM THIS SESSION Life Itself https://youtu.be/1dAZD3NZOYg Your Love (Dj Vu) https://youtu.be/7_lw5dby00E Gooey https://youtu.be/qldq9g526PU CREDITS Engineered by"
YouTube Link 2020-03-19T02:15Z 485K followers, 123.9K engagements
"Gully Boys Bad Day (live at Amsterdam Bar & Hall for Minnesota Music Month 2025) Gully Boys perform "Bad Day" live at Minnesota Music Month [----] Support The Current: https://support.mpr.org/youtube The Current hosted Minnesota Music Month back in April [----] at Amsterdam Bar & Hall featuring Gully Boys Bad Bad Hats Kiss the Tiger and Lighter Co. Watch Gully Boys performance of "Bad Day" above. Musicians Kathy Callahan: vocals guitar Natalie Klemond: bass vocals Nadirah McGill: drums vocals Mariah Mercedes: lead guitar Credits Producer Megan Lundberg Video Eric Xu Romani Camera Operators"
YouTube Link 2026-01-22T21:01Z 485K followers, [---] engagements
"Beach Weather perform "SexDrugsEtc" live in studio While in town for a concert at the Armory in Minneapolis the Boston-originated indie-rock band Beach Weather visited The Current studio and performed an acoustic set of songs. Check out the full performance on The Current's Youtube page. #TheCurrent @beachweather"
YouTube Link 2026-01-22T03:00Z 485K followers, [---] engagements
"Charlie Parr -Dog (Live at The Current) Charlie Parr performs the title track "Dog" from his new album of the same name live at The Current. Hear the full in-studio session here: www.thecurrent.org/feature/2017/11/07/charlie-parr-performs-songs-from-dog-on-the-local-show charlie parr folk resonator resonator guitar steel guitar red house records studio recording professional recording alternate take songs about pets songs about dogs songs about depression friendship kcmp the current studio mmw charlie parr folk resonator resonator guitar steel guitar red house records studio recording"
YouTube Link 2017-11-07T20:09Z 485K followers, 26.5K engagements
"@valeriejune on the responsibility of creating a beautiful world for others #valeriejune #mlk Valerie June talks with The Current's Mac Wilson about the responsibility of creating a beautiful world for others and opening the doors to all who come after her. Support The Current: https://support.mpr.org/youtube or hit the Thanks button Singer-songwriter Valerie June visited The Current studio to play solo acoustic versions of songs from her recent album 'Owls Omens and Oracles.' Afterwards June sat down with The Currents Mac Wilson to talk about the album and also to share her joyful spirit. No"
YouTube Link 2026-02-02T19:43Z 485K followers, [----] engagements
"Heart To Gold interview at The Current Minneapolis high-energy alt-punk trio Heart to Gold talk about their big upcoming year including their first-ever headlining gig at First Avenue upcoming US and Japan tour and Minnesota Yacht Club Festival slot. Heart to Gold at The Currents Local Artist of the Month this February [----]. Guests: Grant Whiteoak - singer/guitarist Blake Kuethe - drummer Jim Kisser - bassist Host/producer - Diane Miller Producer - Evan Clark Graphics Natalia Toledo Video - Evan Clark Alex Simpson Like/Follow: https://www.facebook.com/TheCurrent/"
YouTube Link 2026-02-03T20:13Z 485K followers, [---] engagements
"Pete Yorn - Life On A Chain (Acoustic Live at The Current) Pete Yorn and Jackson Phillips perform 'Life on a Chain' from Pete Yorn's [----] debut album 'Musicforthemorningafter' live in The Current studio. Like/Follow: https://www.facebook.com/TheCurrent/ https://www.instagram.com/thecurrent/ https://www.threads.net/@thecurrent https://www.tiktok.com/@thecurrent.org #PeteYorn #LifeOnAChain pete yorn life on a chain musicforthemorningafter columbia records jackson phillips the current [---] the current the current sessions indie rock mpr minnesota public radio in studio session studio performance"
YouTube Link 2019-11-26T16:17Z 485K followers, [----] engagements
"Jeff Tweedy Out in the Dark (live for The Current) Watch Jeff Tweedy and band perform "Out in the Dark" in studio Support The Current: https://support.mpr.org/youtube or hit the Thanks button In September Wilco frontman Jeff Tweedy released his solo triple album Twilight Override. To support the new album Tweedy launched a tour with a band who are very close to his heart; specifically his sons Spencer and Sammy and Tweedy familys musically talented neighbors Sima Cunningham Liam Kazar and Macie Stewart. I love everybody in this band so much Jeff Tweedy says and it really does feel like an"
YouTube Link 2025-12-31T21:01Z 485K followers, [----] engagements
"@valeriejune on Mavis Staples and her song "Friendship" #valeriejune #mavisstaples Valerie June talks with The Current's Mac Wilson about Mavis Staples and her song "Friendship." Support The Current: https://support.mpr.org/youtube or hit the Thanks button Singer-songwriter Valerie June visited The Current studio to play solo acoustic versions of songs from her recent album 'Owls Omens and Oracles.' Afterwards June sat down with The Currents Mac Wilson to talk about the album and also to share her joyful spirit. No matter what hard times we face no matter what difficulties challenges we can"
YouTube Link 2026-01-28T20:30Z 485K followers, [----] engagements
"Hozier sings "The Humours of Whiskey" #shorts When @hozier visited The Current in [----] he performed an impromptu solo a cappella version of the Irish song The Humours of Whiskey." #hozier #whiskey #ireland #live #acapella"
YouTube Link 2023-11-13T21:42Z 485K followers, 817.7K engagements
"Ty Segall - Alta (Acoustic live at The Current) Ty Segall performs an acoustic version of "Alta" from his [----] album "Freedom's Goblin" live in The Current studio. 'Freedom's Goblin' is a largely electric guitar and drum-driven effort which raises the question why Segall would embark on a solo acoustic tour the same year of its release. "It's really scary and really challenging" Segall explains. "I'm kind of obsessed with trying to do stuff that either I shouldn't do or that's hard for me or that's frightening or just super fun." Watch "My Lady's On Fire" from the same session:"
YouTube Link 2018-11-05T12:45Z 485K followers, 34.6K engagements
"The Format Holy Roller (live for The Current) Watch The Format "Holy Roller" live in studio Support The Current: https://support.mpr.org/youtube or hit the Thanks button Nate Ruess and Sam Means from Arizona band The Format visited The Current studio to play a couple songs from their album Boycott Heaven which releases January [--] [----]. Watch a performance of "Holy Roller" above. Musicians Nate Ruess vocals Sam Means guitar and vocals Credits Guests @theformatlivingroom Host Jill Riley Producer Derrick Stevens Video Josh Sauvageau Erik Stromstad Audio Cameron Wiley Graphics Natalia Toledo"
YouTube Link 2026-01-20T20:00Z 485K followers, [---] engagements
"MJ Lenderman plays "Rip Torn" at The Current #shorts #music Watch MJ Lenderman & the Wind play "Rip Torn" from "Manning Fireworks" Support The Current: https://support.mpr.org/youtube In October [----] MJ Lenderman brought his band The Wind into The Current studio to play songs from "Manning Fireworks" including this one "Rip Torn." As you'll see in the video guitarist Jon Samuels finds this song a particular jam. Also a shout-out to MJ Lenderman whose birthday is February [--] MJ Lendermans [----] album "Manning Fireworks" is available on @antirecords. Musicians Jake Lenderman vocals guitar Jon"
YouTube Link 2026-02-03T16:01Z 485K followers, [----] engagements
"Tom Morello talks about inspiration for Minneapolis benefit concert Tom Morello (Rage Against the Machine Audioslave The Nightwatchman) talks with The Current's Jill Riley about the inspiration for the benefit show A Concert Concert of Solidarity & Resistance to Defend Minnesota happening Friday Jan. [--] at noon at First Avenue in Minneapolis. "We are so inspired by the way that the people of Minneapolis have stood up to tyranny and stood up to injustice" Morello says. tom morello rage against the machine audioslave the nightwatchman minneapolis benefit concert first avenue resistance"
YouTube Link 2026-01-30T00:46Z 485K followers, [----] engagements
"The Format's Nate Ruess talks about learning to play guitar 🎸 The Format's Nate Ruess and Sam Means interview with The Current's Jill Riley Support The Current: https://support.mpr.org/youtube or hit the Thanks button The Format's Nate Ruess talks about how he learned to play guitar much later in life in fact just over the past few years. "I figured it out enough to like write an album" Ruess says. The result is The Format's new album "Boycott Heaven" releasing January [--] [----]. Musicians Nate Ruess vocals Sam Means guitar and vocals Credits Guests @theformatlivingroom Host Jill Riley"
YouTube Link 2026-01-16T21:00Z 485K followers, [----] engagements
"A fascinating conversation with Justin Vernon of Bon Iver (interview with Jill Riley at The Current) Watch Justin Vernon's interview with The Current's Jill Riley Support The Current: https://support.mpr.org/youtube or hit the Thanks button For some Bon Ivers Justin Vernon is still the guy who wrote For Emma Forever Ago in a cabin in the Wisconsin woods. I'm the sad guy Vernon says. Like that's what we they need for me and I'll oblige. Its been nearly forever [--] years since For Emma Forever Ago was released and since that time Vernon has expanded artistically in so many ways cultivating"
YouTube Link 2025-07-01T11:45Z 485K followers, 20.4K engagements
"The Format talk about their desire to give back to communities while on tour The Format's Nate Ruess and Sam Means talk about giving back Support The Current: https://support.mpr.org/youtube or hit the Thanks button Nate Ruess and Sam Means of Arizona band The Format talk about how they try to give back directly to the communities where they perform while on tour. Musicians Nate Ruess vocals Sam Means guitar and vocals Credits Guests @theformatlivingroom Host Jill Riley Producer Derrick Stevens Video Josh Sauvageau Erik Stromstad Audio Cameron Wiley Graphics Natalia Toledo Digital Producer"
YouTube Link 2026-01-22T18:00Z 485K followers, [----] engagements
"Nate Ruess explains where album title "Boycott Heaven" comes from The Format's Nate Ruess explains origins of "Boycott Heaven" album name Support The Current: https://support.mpr.org/youtube or hit the Thanks button Nate Ruess of Arizona band The Format talks about the origins of the album title "Boycott Heaven" . it may surprise you. 🍺 The Format's album "Boycott Heaven" releases January [--] [----]. Musicians Nate Ruess vocals Sam Means guitar and vocals Credits Guests @theformatlivingroom Host Jill Riley Producer Derrick Stevens Video Josh Sauvageau Erik Stromstad Audio Cameron Wiley Graphics"
YouTube Link 2026-01-20T20:01Z 485K followers, [----] engagements
"Tim Ilrath of Rise Against speaks out in solidarity with Minneapolis #TimIlrath #RiseAgainst Tim McIlrath of @riseagainst shared words of solidarity with Minneapolis as resistance continues in the Twin Cities and all across the state. Listen and read to the full interview at thecurrent.org #TheCurrent #RiseAgainst @RiseAgainst"
YouTube Link 2026-02-06T17:57Z 485K followers, [----] engagements
"David Huckfelt on curating the list of songs for his covers album David Huckfelt talks about choosing songs for "I Was Born But." Support The Current: https://support.mpr.org/youtube or hit the Thanks button Minneapolis singer-songwriter David Huckfelts latest album I Was Born But is a collection of [--] cover songs that Huckfelt recorded over two days at Dust & Stone Studios in Tucson Arizona. In a recent interview with Diane host of The Local Show Huckfelt describes how he was able to curate that list of [--] songs. Huckfelt's album "I Was Born But." is available on @dongiovannirecords . Find"
YouTube Link 2026-02-11T23:00Z 485K followers, [---] engagements
"Nathan Stocker of @HippoCampusMN talks about working on the award-winning @mavisstaples album In an interview with Morning Show Host Jill Riley Nathan Stocker of Hippo Campus talks about playing guitar on "Godspeed" and "Beautiful Stangers" off of Mavis Staples' [----] album 'Sad And Beautiful World.' Those tracks resulted in two Grammys for Staples -- "Godspeed" winning Best Americana Performance and "Beautiful Stangers" winning Best American Roots Performance"
YouTube Link 2026-02-10T19:20Z 485K followers, [----] engagements
"Kiss the Tiger perform at The Current Presents: Minnesota Music Month [----] (full performance) Kiss the Tiger perform at The Current Presents: Minnesota Music Month Support The Current: https://support.mpr.org/youtube The Current hosted Minnesota Music Month back in April [----] at Amsterdam Bar & Hall featuring Gully Boys Bad Bad Hats Kiss the Tiger and Lighter Co. Watch Kiss the Tigers full performance above. Songs Performed 00:00:00 We Don't Fight Anymore 00:03:01 Anthony 00:05:39 Out of My Mind 00:10:43 There You Are (Beautiful) 00:14:23 I Wanna Love Ya 00:18:36 Big Booty Scooty 00:20:56"
YouTube Link 2026-01-13T18:01Z 485K followers, [---] engagements
"Gully Boys perform at The Current Presents: Minnesota Music Month [----] showcase (full performance) Gully Boys perform at The Current Presents: Minnesota Music Month Support The Current: https://support.mpr.org/youtube The Current hosted Minnesota Music Month back in April [----] at Amsterdam Bar & Hall featuring Gully Boys Bad Bad Hats Kiss the Tiger and Lighter Co. Watch Gully Boys full performance above. Songs Performed 00:00:00 Bad Day 00:03:05 Optimist 00:06:47 See You See 00:11:08 Love Me [--] 00:14:03 The Way 00:17:33 Favorite Son 00:22:15 Shame 00:25:01 Break 00:28:36 Spit 00:31:02 Mother"
YouTube Link 2026-01-09T21:00Z 485K followers, [---] engagements
"Billy Bragg explains artwork for his single "City of Heroes" Billy Bragg describes his choice of artwork for the single "City of Heroes" Support The Current: https://support.mpr.org/youtube or hit the Thanks button Singer-songwriter Billy Bragg talks to The Current's Zach McCormick about how he connected with his longtime Minneapolis friend Jim Walsh to secure the artwork for the new single "City of Heroes." Bragg also describes what the image represents to him in a larger context. Find Zach's full interview with Billy Bragg posted at"
YouTube Link 2026-02-06T20:00Z 485K followers, [----] engagements
"The Format Right Where I Belong (live for The Current) Watch The Format "Right Where I Belong" live in studio Support The Current: https://support.mpr.org/youtube or hit the Thanks button Nate Ruess and Sam Means from Arizona band The Format visited The Current studio to play a couple songs from their album Boycott Heaven which releases January [--] [----]. Watch a performance of "Right Where I Belong" above. Musicians Nate Ruess vocals Sam Means guitar and vocals Credits Guests @theformatlivingroom Host Jill Riley Producer Derrick Stevens Video Josh Sauvageau Erik Stromstad Audio Cameron Wiley"
YouTube Link 2026-01-21T18:00Z 485K followers, [---] engagements
"Jeff Tweedy performs "Enough" in studio Wilco frontman Jeff Tweedy stopped by The Current studio to perform songs from his solo triple album Twilight Override including the song Enough. Check out the full performance on The Currents Youtube page. #JeffTweedy #TwilightOverride #TheCurrent"
YouTube Link 2026-01-15T20:38Z 485K followers, [----] engagements
"Jeff Tweedy performs "Lou Reed Was My Babysitter" live in studio Jeff Tweedy performs "Lou Reed Was My Babysitter" live in studio. Watch the full session on our Youtube page. #TheCurrent #JeffTweedy"
YouTube Link 2026-01-09T01:01Z 485K followers, [----] engagements
"Billy Bragg talks about following events in Minneapolis Billy Bragg describes his connection to Minneapolis and the Twin Cities Support The Current: https://support.mpr.org/youtube or hit the Thanks button Singer-songwriter Billy Bragg talks to The Current's Zach McCormick about following events in Minneapolis which inspired him to write the song "City of Heroes." Find Zach's full interview with Billy Bragg posted at https://www.thecurrent.org/feature/2026/02/05/interview-billy-bragg-talks-about-city-of-heroes-and-shares-words-solidarity-minnesota Subscribe to our channel:"
YouTube Link 2026-02-05T14:30Z 485K followers, [----] engagements
"Phoenix - Lisztomania (Live at [----] The Current) Phoenix performs "Lisztomania" from the album Wolfgang Amadeus Phoenix for [----] The Current. Connect with The Current: http://TheCurrent.org/ http://youtube.com/893thecurrent/ http://twitter.com/thecurrent http://facebook.com/TheCurrent Become a member: http://contribute.publicradio.org/contribute.phprefId=current phoenix [----] the current wolfgang amadeus live performance the summer i turned pretty soundtrack listomania liztomania phoenix [----] the current wolfgang amadeus live performance the summer i turned pretty soundtrack listomania"
YouTube Link 2009-07-08T21:07Z 485K followers, 535.4K engagements
"The Format play an acoustic version of "Holy Roller" at The Current Watch The Format perform an acoustic setting of "Holy Roller" Support The Current: https://support.mpr.org/youtube or hit the Thanks button Nate Ruess and Sam Means from Arizona band The Format visited The Current studio to play a couple songs from their album "Boycott Heaven" which releases January [--] [----] including the lead single "Holy Roller" above. The Format's [----] album Boycott Heaven will be available on the band's own The Vanity Label. Musicians Nate Ruess vocals Sam Means guitar and vocals Credits Guests"
YouTube Link 2026-01-14T18:31Z 485K followers, [----] engagements
"Nadi McGill of @GullyBoysBand gives background on Twin Cities United Performers (TCUP) Nadi McGill of Gully Boys gives background on Twin Cities United Performers (TCUP) the organization that's hosting I.C.E. OUT A Mutual Aid Benefit Show at First Avenue with Hippo Campus DURRY papa mbye [--] BATS and more on Sunday Feb. 15"
YouTube Link 2026-02-11T18:33Z 485K followers, [---] engagements
"Justin Vernon speaks on anxiety #artistinterview #shorts Bon Iver's Justin Vernon shares thoughts on facing anxiety Support The Current: https://support.mpr.org/youtube or hit the Thanks button During an interview with Jill Riley in The Current studio Justin Vernon of Bon Iver shares his thoughts about anxiety and ways to support oneself and others in facing it. Watch the full interview here: https://youtu.be/IJtIZgslmqU Credits Guest Justin Vernon of @boniver Host Jill Riley Producers Derrick Stevens Nilufer Arsala Video Evan Clark Audio Eric Xu Romani Graphics Natalia Toledo Digital"
YouTube Link 2026-01-07T01:01Z 485K followers, [----] engagements
"Bartees Strange on releasing an album called "Horror" on Valentine's Day Bartees Strange's album "Horror" released on Valentine's Day [----] Support The Current: https://support.mpr.org/youtube or hit the Thanks button In an interview with The Current's Nilufer Arsala Bartees Strange talks about releasing his album "Horror" on Valentine's Day. "I just don't like Valentine's Day that much" Strange says. "Never really did." He also talks about how writing the album was sort of a purgative experience where his mind and body took over and the songs seemed to come out of what he was feeling."
YouTube Link 2026-02-14T01:00Z 485K followers, [---] engagements
"Ratboys Light Night Mountains All That live at The Current Microshow in Minneapolis Ratboys performing "Light Night Mountains All That" live at The Current Microshow in Minneapolis Support The Current: https://support.mpr.org/youtube or hit the Thanks button Chicago indie-rock band Ratboys performed an intimate MicroShow at Cloudland Theater in Minneapolis on Tuesday Nov. [--] [----]. The show came not long after the release of the bands latest single Light Night Mountains All That which dropped in September an advance single coming ahead of the bands next album Singin to an Empty Chair expected"
YouTube Link 2026-02-13T20:00Z 485K followers, [---] engagements
"Jim James of My Morning Jacket shared words of solidarity with Minneapolis #MyMorningJacket Jim James of My Morning Jacket shared words of solidarity with Minneapolis and reflects on how much music can offer during times of crisis. Check out the full interview at thecurrent.org"
YouTube Link 2026-02-13T19:16Z 485K followers, [----] engagements
"David Huckfelt extols the abilities and range of Minnesota musicians Singer-songwriter David Huckfelt feels lucky to play with Minnesota musicians Support The Current: https://support.mpr.org/youtube or hit the Thanks button Singer-songwriter David Huckfelt plays with a range of Minnesota-based musicians including drummer JT Bates guitarist Jeremy Ylvisaker fiddle player Ryan Young singer Channy Leaneagh and bassist and saxophonist Mike Lewis. "For my kind of music" Huckfelt says "having talented players who improvise is everything." See more of what David Huckfelt has to say in the video"
YouTube Link 2026-02-13T17:52Z 485K followers, [---] engagements
"Bartees Strange talks about vulnerability as a life lesson Bartees Strange describes how the way to solve problems is to face them Support The Current: https://support.mpr.org/youtube or hit the Thanks button In an interview with The Current's Nilufer Arsala Bartees Strange talks about being vulnerable when facing life's problems. "Most of the big things in life there's really only one way to fix" Strange says "and it's with being vulnerable and walking right through it and it's the hardest thing you can ever do." @bartees_strange' album "Horror" is available on @4ad_official. Subscribe to"
YouTube Link 2026-02-12T23:15Z 485K followers, [---] engagements
"Ratboys Anywhere live at Cloudland Theater in Minneapolis for The Current Ratboys performing "Anywhere" live at The Current Microshow in Minneapolis Support The Current: https://support.mpr.org/youtube or hit the Thanks button Chicago indie-rock band Ratboys performed an intimate MicroShow at Cloudland Theater in Minneapolis on Tuesday Nov. [--] [----]. The show came not long after the release of the bands latest single Light Night Mountains All That which dropped in September an advance single coming ahead of the bands next album Singin to an Empty Chair expected February [--] [----] on New West"
YouTube Link 2026-02-12T01:00Z 485K followers, [---] engagements
"David Huckfelt on curating the list of songs for his covers album David Huckfelt talks about choosing songs for "I Was Born But." Support The Current: https://support.mpr.org/youtube or hit the Thanks button Minneapolis singer-songwriter David Huckfelts latest album I Was Born But is a collection of [--] cover songs that Huckfelt recorded over two days at Dust & Stone Studios in Tucson Arizona. In a recent interview with Diane host of The Local Show Huckfelt describes how he was able to curate that list of [--] songs. Huckfelt's album "I Was Born But." is available on @dongiovannirecords . Find"
YouTube Link 2026-02-11T23:00Z 485K followers, [---] engagements
"@valeriejune on learning from artists that have come before her #valeriejune #mavisstaples Valerie June talks with The Current's Mac Wilson about learning from artists that have come before her. Support The Current: https://support.mpr.org/youtube or hit the Thanks button Singer-songwriter Valerie June visited The Current studio to play solo acoustic versions of songs from her recent album 'Owls Omens and Oracles.' Afterwards June sat down with The Currents Mac Wilson to talk about the album and also to share her joyful spirit. No matter what hard times we face no matter what difficulties"
YouTube Link 2026-02-11T22:00Z 485K followers, [----] engagements
"Nadi McGill of @GullyBoysBand gives background on Twin Cities United Performers (TCUP) Nadi McGill of Gully Boys gives background on Twin Cities United Performers (TCUP) the organization that's hosting I.C.E. OUT A Mutual Aid Benefit Show at First Avenue with Hippo Campus DURRY papa mbye [--] BATS and more on Sunday Feb. 15"
YouTube Link 2026-02-11T18:33Z 485K followers, [---] engagements
"@hearttogold on working with producer Will Yip #hearttogold #willyip #minnesotamusic Minneapolis high-energy alt-punk trio Heart to Gold talk about their big upcoming year including their first-ever headlining gig at First Avenue upcoming US and Japan tour and Minnesota Yacht Club Festival slot. Heart to Gold at The Currents Local Artist of the Month this February [----]. Guests: Grant Whiteoak - singer/guitarist Blake Kuethe - drummer Jim Kisser - bassist Host/producer - Diane Miller Producer - Evan Clark Graphics Natalia Toledo Video - Evan Clark Alex Simpson"
YouTube Link 2026-02-10T22:00Z 485K followers, [---] engagements
"Nathan Stocker of @HippoCampusMN talks about working on the award-winning @mavisstaples album In an interview with Morning Show Host Jill Riley Nathan Stocker of Hippo Campus talks about playing guitar on "Godspeed" and "Beautiful Stangers" off of Mavis Staples' [----] album 'Sad And Beautiful World.' Those tracks resulted in two Grammys for Staples -- "Godspeed" winning Best Americana Performance and "Beautiful Stangers" winning Best American Roots Performance"
YouTube Link 2026-02-10T19:20Z 485K followers, [----] engagements
"Tim McIlrath shares some of his favorite protest songs Tim McIlrath of @riseagainst shared some of his favorite protest songs and the role music plays in times of resistance. Listen and read to the full interview at thecurrent.org #RiseAgainst"
YouTube Link 2026-02-10T15:04Z 485K followers, [---] engagements
"Billy Bragg explains artwork for his single "City of Heroes" Billy Bragg describes his choice of artwork for the single "City of Heroes" Support The Current: https://support.mpr.org/youtube or hit the Thanks button Singer-songwriter Billy Bragg talks to The Current's Zach McCormick about how he connected with his longtime Minneapolis friend Jim Walsh to secure the artwork for the new single "City of Heroes." Bragg also describes what the image represents to him in a larger context. Find Zach's full interview with Billy Bragg posted at"
YouTube Link 2026-02-06T20:00Z 485K followers, [----] engagements
"Tim Ilrath of Rise Against speaks out in solidarity with Minneapolis #TimIlrath #RiseAgainst Tim McIlrath of @riseagainst shared words of solidarity with Minneapolis as resistance continues in the Twin Cities and all across the state. Listen and read to the full interview at thecurrent.org #TheCurrent #RiseAgainst @RiseAgainst"
YouTube Link 2026-02-06T17:57Z 485K followers, [----] engagements
"Billy Bragg talks about following events in Minneapolis Billy Bragg describes his connection to Minneapolis and the Twin Cities Support The Current: https://support.mpr.org/youtube or hit the Thanks button Singer-songwriter Billy Bragg talks to The Current's Zach McCormick about following events in Minneapolis which inspired him to write the song "City of Heroes." Find Zach's full interview with Billy Bragg posted at https://www.thecurrent.org/feature/2026/02/05/interview-billy-bragg-talks-about-city-of-heroes-and-shares-words-solidarity-minnesota Subscribe to our channel:"
YouTube Link 2026-02-05T14:30Z 485K followers, [----] engagements
"Heart To Gold interview at The Current Minneapolis high-energy alt-punk trio Heart to Gold talk about their big upcoming year including their first-ever headlining gig at First Avenue upcoming US and Japan tour and Minnesota Yacht Club Festival slot. Heart to Gold at The Currents Local Artist of the Month this February [----]. Guests: Grant Whiteoak - singer/guitarist Blake Kuethe - drummer Jim Kisser - bassist Host/producer - Diane Miller Producer - Evan Clark Graphics Natalia Toledo Video - Evan Clark Alex Simpson Like/Follow: https://www.facebook.com/TheCurrent/"
YouTube Link 2026-02-03T20:13Z 485K followers, [---] engagements
"MJ Lenderman plays "Rip Torn" at The Current #shorts #music Watch MJ Lenderman & the Wind play "Rip Torn" from "Manning Fireworks" Support The Current: https://support.mpr.org/youtube In October [----] MJ Lenderman brought his band The Wind into The Current studio to play songs from "Manning Fireworks" including this one "Rip Torn." As you'll see in the video guitarist Jon Samuels finds this song a particular jam. Also a shout-out to MJ Lenderman whose birthday is February [--] MJ Lendermans [----] album "Manning Fireworks" is available on @antirecords. Musicians Jake Lenderman vocals guitar Jon"
YouTube Link 2026-02-03T16:01Z 485K followers, [----] engagements
"@valeriejune on the responsibility of creating a beautiful world for others #valeriejune #mlk Valerie June talks with The Current's Mac Wilson about the responsibility of creating a beautiful world for others and opening the doors to all who come after her. Support The Current: https://support.mpr.org/youtube or hit the Thanks button Singer-songwriter Valerie June visited The Current studio to play solo acoustic versions of songs from her recent album 'Owls Omens and Oracles.' Afterwards June sat down with The Currents Mac Wilson to talk about the album and also to share her joyful spirit. No"
YouTube Link 2026-02-02T19:43Z 485K followers, [----] engagements
"Tom Morello gives props to "artists who show up" Ahead of the announced A Concert of Solidarity & Resistance to Defend Minnesota benefit show talking place on Friday Jan. [--] at noon at First Avenue in Minneapolis Tom Morello (Rage Against the Machine Audioslave The Nightwatchman) talks about his admiration for "artists who show up." tom morello rage against the machine audioslave the nightwatchman minneapolis benefit concert first avenue resistance anti-racism anti-fascism support community alex pretti renee good families minnesota ike reilly rise against tim mcilrath tim mcelrath zach al di"
YouTube Link 2026-01-30T01:15Z 485K followers, [----] engagements
"Tom Morello talks about inspiration for Minneapolis benefit concert Tom Morello (Rage Against the Machine Audioslave The Nightwatchman) talks with The Current's Jill Riley about the inspiration for the benefit show A Concert Concert of Solidarity & Resistance to Defend Minnesota happening Friday Jan. [--] at noon at First Avenue in Minneapolis. "We are so inspired by the way that the people of Minneapolis have stood up to tyranny and stood up to injustice" Morello says. tom morello rage against the machine audioslave the nightwatchman minneapolis benefit concert first avenue resistance"
YouTube Link 2026-01-30T00:46Z 485K followers, [----] engagements
"@valeriejune on Mavis Staples and her song "Friendship" #valeriejune #mavisstaples Valerie June talks with The Current's Mac Wilson about Mavis Staples and her song "Friendship." Support The Current: https://support.mpr.org/youtube or hit the Thanks button Singer-songwriter Valerie June visited The Current studio to play solo acoustic versions of songs from her recent album 'Owls Omens and Oracles.' Afterwards June sat down with The Currents Mac Wilson to talk about the album and also to share her joyful spirit. No matter what hard times we face no matter what difficulties challenges we can"
YouTube Link 2026-01-28T20:30Z 485K followers, [----] engagements
"Bad Bad Hats perform "Psychic Reader" at Minnesota Music Month The Current hosted Minnesota Music Month back in April [----] at Amsterdam Bar & Hall featuring Gully Boys Bad Bad Hats Kiss the Tiger and Lighter Co. Watch Bad Bad Hats' full performance on The Current's Youtube page"
YouTube Link 2026-01-27T21:00Z 485K followers, [----] engagements
"Lighter Co. perform at The Current Presents: Minnesota Music Month [----] showcase (full performance) Lighter Co. perform at The Current Presents: Minnesota Music Month Support The Current: https://support.mpr.org/youtube The Current hosted Minnesota Music Month back in April [----] at Amsterdam Bar & Hall featuring Gully Boys Bad Bad Hats Kiss the Tiger and Lighter Co. Watch Lighter Co.'s full performance above. Songs Performed 00:00:00 Danny 00:01:55 For Her 00:05:39 Take Another Lover 00:13:22 Six Feet 00:17:14 If You Kill All The Flowers Musicians Nolan: guitar vocals Colin: vocals guitar The"
YouTube Link 2026-01-26T18:51Z 485K followers, [---] engagements
"Gully Boys perform "Bad Day" at Minnesota Music Month The Current hosted Minnesota Music Month back in April [----] at Amsterdam Bar & Hall featuring Gully Boys Bad Bad Hats Kiss the Tiger and Lighter Co. Watch Gully Boys full performance on The Currents Youtube page. #TheCurrent #GullyBoys"
YouTube Link 2026-01-22T21:18Z 485K followers, [----] engagements
"Gully Boys Bad Day (live at Amsterdam Bar & Hall for Minnesota Music Month 2025) Gully Boys perform "Bad Day" live at Minnesota Music Month [----] Support The Current: https://support.mpr.org/youtube The Current hosted Minnesota Music Month back in April [----] at Amsterdam Bar & Hall featuring Gully Boys Bad Bad Hats Kiss the Tiger and Lighter Co. Watch Gully Boys performance of "Bad Day" above. Musicians Kathy Callahan: vocals guitar Natalie Klemond: bass vocals Nadirah McGill: drums vocals Mariah Mercedes: lead guitar Credits Producer Megan Lundberg Video Eric Xu Romani Camera Operators"
YouTube Link 2026-01-22T21:01Z 485K followers, [---] engagements
"The Format talk about their desire to give back to communities while on tour The Format's Nate Ruess and Sam Means talk about giving back Support The Current: https://support.mpr.org/youtube or hit the Thanks button Nate Ruess and Sam Means of Arizona band The Format talk about how they try to give back directly to the communities where they perform while on tour. Musicians Nate Ruess vocals Sam Means guitar and vocals Credits Guests @theformatlivingroom Host Jill Riley Producer Derrick Stevens Video Josh Sauvageau Erik Stromstad Audio Cameron Wiley Graphics Natalia Toledo Digital Producer"
YouTube Link 2026-01-22T18:00Z 485K followers, [----] engagements
"Beach Weather perform "SexDrugsEtc" live in studio While in town for a concert at the Armory in Minneapolis the Boston-originated indie-rock band Beach Weather visited The Current studio and performed an acoustic set of songs. Check out the full performance on The Current's Youtube page. #TheCurrent @beachweather"
YouTube Link 2026-01-22T03:00Z 485K followers, [---] engagements
"The Format perform "Right Where I Belong" in studio Nate Ruess and Sam Means from Arizona band The Format visited The Current studio to play a couple songs from their album Boycott Heaven which releases January [--] [----]. Check out the full performance on our page #TheCurrent #TheFormat @theformatlivingroom"
YouTube Link 2026-01-21T21:00Z 485K followers, [----] engagements
"Bad Bad Hats perform at The Current Presents: Minnesota Music Month [----] (full performance) Bad Bad Hats perform at The Current Presents: Minnesota Music Month Support The Current: https://support.mpr.org/youtube The Current hosted Minnesota Music Month back in April [----] at Amsterdam Bar & Hall featuring Gully Boys Bad Bad Hats Kiss the Tiger and Lighter Co. Watch Bad Bad Hats' full performance above. Songs Performed 00:00:00 Gloria Love 00:02:46 Let Me In 00:06:11 Nothing Gets Me High 00:09:41 Walkman 00:12:39 My Heart Your Heart 00:15:28 Talk With Your Hands 00:18:46 Meter Run 00:21:36 Lay"
YouTube Link 2026-01-21T18:45Z 485K followers, [---] engagements
"The Format Right Where I Belong (live for The Current) Watch The Format "Right Where I Belong" live in studio Support The Current: https://support.mpr.org/youtube or hit the Thanks button Nate Ruess and Sam Means from Arizona band The Format visited The Current studio to play a couple songs from their album Boycott Heaven which releases January [--] [----]. Watch a performance of "Right Where I Belong" above. Musicians Nate Ruess vocals Sam Means guitar and vocals Credits Guests @theformatlivingroom Host Jill Riley Producer Derrick Stevens Video Josh Sauvageau Erik Stromstad Audio Cameron Wiley"
YouTube Link 2026-01-21T18:00Z 485K followers, [---] engagements
"Nate Ruess explains where album title "Boycott Heaven" comes from The Format's Nate Ruess explains origins of "Boycott Heaven" album name Support The Current: https://support.mpr.org/youtube or hit the Thanks button Nate Ruess of Arizona band The Format talks about the origins of the album title "Boycott Heaven" . it may surprise you. 🍺 The Format's album "Boycott Heaven" releases January [--] [----]. Musicians Nate Ruess vocals Sam Means guitar and vocals Credits Guests @theformatlivingroom Host Jill Riley Producer Derrick Stevens Video Josh Sauvageau Erik Stromstad Audio Cameron Wiley Graphics"
YouTube Link 2026-01-20T20:01Z 485K followers, [----] engagements
"The Format Holy Roller (live for The Current) Watch The Format "Holy Roller" live in studio Support The Current: https://support.mpr.org/youtube or hit the Thanks button Nate Ruess and Sam Means from Arizona band The Format visited The Current studio to play a couple songs from their album Boycott Heaven which releases January [--] [----]. Watch a performance of "Holy Roller" above. Musicians Nate Ruess vocals Sam Means guitar and vocals Credits Guests @theformatlivingroom Host Jill Riley Producer Derrick Stevens Video Josh Sauvageau Erik Stromstad Audio Cameron Wiley Graphics Natalia Toledo"
YouTube Link 2026-01-20T20:00Z 485K followers, [---] engagements
"@thebandjoseph talk about their song "Bye and Bye" #indiepop #duoband #artistinterview #shorts Natalie Closner of @thebandjoseph talks to Morning Show Host Jill Riley about the band's song "Bye and Bye." Subscribe to our channel: http://www.youtube.com/user/893TheCurrentsub_confirmation=1 Like/Follow: https://www.facebook.com/TheCurrent/ https://www.instagram.com/thecurrent/ https://www.threads.net/@thecurrent https://www.tiktok.com/@thecurrent.org"
YouTube Link 2026-01-20T15:01Z 485K followers, [---] engagements
"The Format's Nate Ruess talks about learning to play guitar 🎸 The Format's Nate Ruess and Sam Means interview with The Current's Jill Riley Support The Current: https://support.mpr.org/youtube or hit the Thanks button The Format's Nate Ruess talks about how he learned to play guitar much later in life in fact just over the past few years. "I figured it out enough to like write an album" Ruess says. The result is The Format's new album "Boycott Heaven" releasing January [--] [----]. Musicians Nate Ruess vocals Sam Means guitar and vocals Credits Guests @theformatlivingroom Host Jill Riley"
YouTube Link 2026-01-16T21:00Z 485K followers, [----] engagements
"Dessa talks about how she came to adore cake baking and decorating 🍰 Minnesota artist Dessa describes her new favorite hobby cake decorating Support The Current: https://support.mpr.org/youtube or hit the Thanks button Receiving the gift of a carrot cake was the springboard for Dessa's new favorite hobby: cake decorating. Hear more about it in Dessa's interview with The Current's Mac Wilson. Dessa's [----] double-sided single "Camelot" / "Tough Call" is available on @DoomtreeRecords. Credits Guest Dessa Host Mac Wilson Producer Derrick Stevens Video Will Keeler Erik Stromstad Camera Operators"
YouTube Link 2026-01-15T23:01Z 485K followers, [----] engagements
"Jeff Tweedy performs "Enough" in studio Wilco frontman Jeff Tweedy stopped by The Current studio to perform songs from his solo triple album Twilight Override including the song Enough. Check out the full performance on The Currents Youtube page. #JeffTweedy #TwilightOverride #TheCurrent"
YouTube Link 2026-01-15T20:38Z 485K followers, [----] engagements
"How many songs has Jeff Tweedy written 🤔 #jefftweedy #wilco #songwriting #shorts During an interview with The Current host Jessica Paxton asks how many songs Tweedy has written in his life. Support The Current: https://support.mpr.org/youtube or hit the Thanks button In September [----] Wilco frontman Jeff Tweedy released his solo triple album "Twilight Override." During an interview with The Current host Jessica Paxton asks how many songs Tweedy has written in his life. Jeff Tweedys [----] album "Twilight Override" is available on dBpm Records. Musicians Jeff Tweedy vocals and guitar Sammy"
YouTube Link 2026-01-15T01:00Z 485K followers, 26.8K engagements
"The Format play an acoustic version of "Holy Roller" at The Current Watch The Format perform an acoustic setting of "Holy Roller" Support The Current: https://support.mpr.org/youtube or hit the Thanks button Nate Ruess and Sam Means from Arizona band The Format visited The Current studio to play a couple songs from their album "Boycott Heaven" which releases January [--] [----] including the lead single "Holy Roller" above. The Format's [----] album Boycott Heaven will be available on the band's own The Vanity Label. Musicians Nate Ruess vocals Sam Means guitar and vocals Credits Guests"
YouTube Link 2026-01-14T18:31Z 485K followers, [----] engagements
"The Format play a two-song acoustic set from 'Boycott Heaven' at The Current Watch The Format play two songs from their [----] album 'Boycott Heaven' Support The Current: https://support.mpr.org/youtube or hit the Thanks button Nate Ruess and Sam Means from Arizona band The Format visited The Current studio to play a couple songs from their album Boycott Heaven which releases January [--] [----]. Songs Performed 00:00:00 Holy Roller 00:04:00 Right Where I Belong Both songs from The Format's [----] album Boycott Heaven available on the band's own The Vanity Label. Musicians Nate Ruess vocals Sam Means"
YouTube Link 2026-01-14T12:01Z 485K followers, [----] engagements
"Nate Ruess and Sam Means of The Format talk with The Current's Jill Riley The Format's Nate Ruess and Sam Means interview with The Current's Jill Riley Support The Current: https://support.mpr.org/youtube or hit the Thanks button After being away from music for a while or as Nate Ruess puts it "retired" Arizona band The Format reunited after Ruess started learning to play guitar and found a new vehicle for songwriting. "I figured it out enough to like write an album" Ruess says. He then reached out to his longtime bandmate Sam Means and within moments Sam was all in. The result is The"
YouTube Link 2026-01-14T11:45Z 485K followers, [----] engagements
"Dessa describes how she got to know singer and collaborator Aby Wolf Dessa talks about her longtime connection with singer Aby Wolf Support The Current: https://support.mpr.org/youtube or hit the Thanks button Following a session in The Current studio Minnesota artist Dessa describes how she met befriended and began collaborating with singer Aby Wolf. Dessa's [----] double-sided single "Camelot" / "Tough Call" is available on @DoomtreeRecords. Credits Guest Dessa Host Mac Wilson Producer Derrick Stevens Video Will Keeler Erik Stromstad Camera Operators Evan Clark Will Keeler Autumn Haeg Audio"
YouTube Link 2026-01-13T21:00Z 485K followers, [---] engagements
"Kiss the Tiger perform at The Current Presents: Minnesota Music Month [----] (full performance) Kiss the Tiger perform at The Current Presents: Minnesota Music Month Support The Current: https://support.mpr.org/youtube The Current hosted Minnesota Music Month back in April [----] at Amsterdam Bar & Hall featuring Gully Boys Bad Bad Hats Kiss the Tiger and Lighter Co. Watch Kiss the Tigers full performance above. Songs Performed 00:00:00 We Don't Fight Anymore 00:03:01 Anthony 00:05:39 Out of My Mind 00:10:43 There You Are (Beautiful) 00:14:23 I Wanna Love Ya 00:18:36 Big Booty Scooty 00:20:56"
YouTube Link 2026-01-13T18:01Z 485K followers, [---] engagements
"@thebandjoseph talk about their band changing from a trio to a duo #indiepop #duoband #shorts Meegan and Natalie Closner of @thebandjoseph talk to Morning Show Host Jill Riley about their band changing from a trio to a duo. Subscribe to our channel: http://www.youtube.com/user/893TheCurrentsub_confirmation=1 Like/Follow: https://www.facebook.com/TheCurrent/ https://www.instagram.com/thecurrent/ https://www.threads.net/@thecurrent https://www.tiktok.com/@thecurrent.org"
YouTube Link 2026-01-13T16:02Z 485K followers, [----] engagements
"Jeff Tweedy talks about the fun of making music on tour Jeff Tweedy loves making music onstage and off Support The Current: https://support.mpr.org/youtube or hit the Thanks button During an interview with Jessica Paxton in The Current studio Jeff Tweedy talks about how much fun it is simply making music together on tour onstage or off. Sima Cunningham and Macie Stewart also weigh in. Jeff Tweedys [----] album "Twilight Override" is available on dBpm Records. Musicians Jeff Tweedy vocals and guitar Sammy Tweedy vocals and keyboards / synths Spencer Tweedy drums Sima Cunningham bass and vocals"
YouTube Link 2026-01-13T03:01Z 485K followers, [----] engagements
"Gully Boys perform at The Current Presents: Minnesota Music Month [----] showcase (full performance) Gully Boys perform at The Current Presents: Minnesota Music Month Support The Current: https://support.mpr.org/youtube The Current hosted Minnesota Music Month back in April [----] at Amsterdam Bar & Hall featuring Gully Boys Bad Bad Hats Kiss the Tiger and Lighter Co. Watch Gully Boys full performance above. Songs Performed 00:00:00 Bad Day 00:03:05 Optimist 00:06:47 See You See 00:11:08 Love Me [--] 00:14:03 The Way 00:17:33 Favorite Son 00:22:15 Shame 00:25:01 Break 00:28:36 Spit 00:31:02 Mother"
YouTube Link 2026-01-09T21:00Z 485K followers, [---] engagements
"Jeff Tweedy performs "Lou Reed Was My Babysitter" live in studio Jeff Tweedy performs "Lou Reed Was My Babysitter" live in studio. Watch the full session on our Youtube page. #TheCurrent #JeffTweedy"
YouTube Link 2026-01-09T01:01Z 485K followers, [----] engagements
"Hayes Carll describes his weirdest gig 😂 #shorts #interview Listen to Hayes Carll talk about one of the weirdest gigs he's played Support The Current: https://support.mpr.org/youtube or hit the Thanks button Hayes Carll has played a lot of gigs in his career and in this interview with Bill DeVille in The Current studio Hayes shares the story of one of his weirdest gigs ever. Credits Guest @hayescarll Host Bill DeVille Producers Bill DeVille Mike Pengra Video Josh Sauvageau Audio Evan Clark Graphics Natalia Toledo Digital Producer Luke Taylor Subscribe to our channel:"
YouTube Link 2026-01-08T21:00Z 485K followers, [----] engagements
"Dessa Tough Call (live for The Current) Watch Dessa perform "Tough Call" in studio Support The Current: https://support.mpr.org/youtube or hit the Thanks button Minneapolis multi-hyphenate artist Dessa visited The Current to play a pair of new songs for [----] "Camelot" and "Tough Call" and a song from her [----] album "Bury The Lede. Watch a performance of "Tough Call" above. Musicians Dessa vocals Aby Wolf vocals Aviva Jaye vocals harp Joshua Williams music director vocals tracks keys sax Cameron Kinghorn vocals Matthew Santos vocals Credits Guest Dessa Host Mac Wilson Producer Derrick Stevens"
YouTube Link 2026-01-08T21:00Z 485K followers, [---] engagements
"Justin Vernon speaks on anxiety #artistinterview #shorts Bon Iver's Justin Vernon shares thoughts on facing anxiety Support The Current: https://support.mpr.org/youtube or hit the Thanks button During an interview with Jill Riley in The Current studio Justin Vernon of Bon Iver shares his thoughts about anxiety and ways to support oneself and others in facing it. Watch the full interview here: https://youtu.be/IJtIZgslmqU Credits Guest Justin Vernon of @boniver Host Jill Riley Producers Derrick Stevens Nilufer Arsala Video Evan Clark Audio Eric Xu Romani Graphics Natalia Toledo Digital"
YouTube Link 2026-01-07T01:01Z 485K followers, [----] engagements
"Yam Haus talk with host Zach McCormick #YamHaus Minneapolis indie-rock band Yam Haus stopped by The Current adn talked with host Zach McCormick about their upcoming show at First Avenue on Saturday January [--] and opening for Old Dominion at the Minnesota State Fair. Read and listen to the full interview at thecurrent.org #TheCurrent @YAMHAUS"
YouTube Link 2026-01-06T21:00Z 485K followers, [----] engagements
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