Live Performance Archive
English is the official language of rock and roll, at least according to Tahiti 80 lead singer Xavier Boyer. He says the French quartet decided to sing all of their songs in English because it felt more authentic.
(11/16/2006)
Takka Takka doesn't have a major label record deal. They aren't even on an indie label. The Brooklyn quartet are distributing their low-fi, indie-rock themselves and hope that word-of-mouth will bring them an audience.
(10/05/2006)
The Tannahill Weavers are a Scottish band that have been playing traditional Celtic music for 40-plus years. There have been a few personnel changes over the years, but some of the members go back to the early '70s.
(08/07/2008)
With one full-length album under their belts, Minneapolis' Tapes 'n Tapes are ready to release their follow up "Walk It Off" on Tuesday. The fabulous four-some stopped by our studios to play some of the new songs and chat about their busy touring schedule and the blogger buzz.
(04/04/2008)
To say that the Minneapolis band Tapes 'n Tapes is on the verge of something big is an understatement.
(07/21/2006)
Maria Taylor's brand of dreamy, folk-tinged rock has led to inspired collaborative and solo works since her career began over fifteen years ago.
(04/22/2009)
Maria Taylor can be heard as part of the duo Azure Ray, the band Now It's Overhead, or appearing on albums with Crooked Fingers, Bright Eyes, and Moby. She also finds time in her busy schedule for a solo career.
(04/05/2006)
Ted Leo joined Mary Lucia in the Current studios about life on the road and concert crowd etiquette and perform stripped down versions of his songs.
(06/14/2005)
With musical influences such as David Bowie, Solomon Burke, Iggy Pop, Otis Redding, and the Clark sisters, you realize their sound is most definitely soulful rock. The Teenage Prayers formed in New York City in 2001 and their style quickly caught the ear of Solomon Burke who produced the final track on their debut record, Ten Songs.
(09/20/2007)
Canadian twins Tegan and Sara combine crafty song writing with pop sensibilities on their new CD "The Con," which was produced by Chris Walla of Death Cab For Cutie.
(12/03/2007)
Nearly 30 years into their career together, the Johns of They Might Be Giants - Flansburgh and Linnell - have just released their 14th studio album, the entertaining and educational "Here Comes Science."
Continuing in their recent vein of children's music, the album touches on plenty of scientific topics, like paleontology, astronomy and chemistry.
(11/03/2009)
Brooklyn's They Might Be Giants are known for their innovative ways of connecting with their audience - from a phone answering machine to podcasts. Mark Wheat spoke with TMBG before their show at First Avenue about working on their new album, The Else, with the Dust Brothers as well as a song they wrote about First Avenue.
(09/17/2007)
While Rob Garza and Eric Hilton maybe known as the Thievery Corporation, their current tour is the first time they've brought a live band with them on stage. They joined Mark Wheat in the Current studios to talk about their new album, "The Cosmic Game," and perform their signature downtempo electronic music that blends elements of bossa nova, dub, and jazz music.
(05/16/2005)
Ask Butch Thompson a question about jazz piano and you're likely to get more than an answer. Be prepared for the complete history of your question, who influenced who, the nicknames of the players involved and he'll even play you an example of that kind of jazz.
(08/03/2006)
Local four piece Tin Horns dropped by the Current studios to chat with Mary Lucia about their interesting day jobs and to perform a few songs.
(09/08/2005)