Dan Israel — “You’re Free” Veteran singer-songwriter Dan Israel, who was the first ever musical guest on The Current’s Local Show, is back with his 14th album. You’re Free is out now, and Israel will be celebrating the release with a May 9 show at the Cedar Cultural Center. Photographer and videographer Steven Cohen shot the […]
Roma di Luna – “Crying” Recently reunited band Roma di Luna cover Roy Orbison’s “Crying” from their new album, We Were Made to Forgive — which drops today! James Everest directed and edited the black-and-white video. If you’ll be in Minneapolis on May 4, you may want to scoop up tickets to their Cedar Cultural Center release show. Now, […]
Dessa, “5 Out Of 6” Dessa paces through New York City streets and beyond in this Raquel Marvez-directed video. See her at the Rochester Art Center on April 4 or First Avenue on April 6 (both shows sold out). The Shackletons, “Minnesota Girls” He’s sorry, Brian Wilson. Read all about the Shackletons‘ new video in […]
Charlie Parr, “Dog” Those who follow Charlie Parr know his album Dog echoes of depression, but also the bond between human and animals. Directed and edited by Dan Huiting, Parr’s story-driven video for the title track is set in Duluth, featuring cameos by several local dogs, the Aerial Lift Bridge, and Parr himself. Prof, “Criminal” Prof‘s […]
McNasty Brass Band, “Boyfriend Can’t Dance (Live)” McNasty Brass Band sing and play their hearts out to “Boyfriend Can’t Dance” from King Size Life (2017). The music was recorded and mixed by Jason McGlone (remember that name) at the Hideaway Studios, while Rob Schlette did the mastering. Sleeping Jesus, “Cigarette Skies” Director Nathaniel Nelson toys with […]
jeremy messersmith, “Purple Hearts” Fingers crossed this lurking creature doesn’t show up at jeremy’s March 30 First Avenue show. Reina del Cid, “Beverly” The character of Beverly pushed Rerun City into being. Reina del Cid explains here — and performs at First Avenue tonight. Manny Phesto, “Young Bro” Southside spitter Manny Phesto deals with his “Young Bro” […]
Ness Nite, “Tightrope” New York-via-Minneapolis visionary Ness Nite released her debut album today, which means it’s the perfect occasion to watch her in “Tightrope.” Lisa Persson (26 BATS!) shot this psychedelic, borderline-woozy video in the Minneapolis skyways. If you like what you hear, consider scooping up a ticket for her Dream Girl release at the Entry on March […]
Nooky Jones, “Sweet Wine” If y’all had any doubt about what the first word of this band’s name is getting at…this video should put it to rest. Nooky Jones released “Sweet Wine” for Valentine’s Day, but I’d say it’s appropriate for other nights of the year. Like April 7, when they’re performing at the Hook […]
S. Carey, “More I See” S. Carey gets adopted by a sweet family in “More I See,” a song from his upcoming album Hundred Acres (out Feb. 23). Koo Koo Kanga Roo, “Leftovers (feat. Slug)” Koo Koo Kanga Roo crusade against food waste in “Leftovers,” with help from puppets, Slug, and quirky breakfast spot Hot Plate. […]
POLIÇA + s t a r g a z e, “Agree” Poliça and orchestral group s t a r g a z e are one week away from releasing their collaborative album, Music for the Long Emergency. They’ve prefaced the release with a video by Maria Juranic, as tender as Channy Leaneagh’s vocals and as urgent […]
