Transmission DJ Jake Rudh hosts the weekly Minneapolis-based post-punk, new wave and indie dance night Transmission every Wednesday night at the Uptown VFW, and now, he brings the party to The Current each Thursday at 10 p.m. Central!
The early years of U2Jake Rudh • Mar 15, 2024This week, Jake Rudh spotlights the early years of U2, back when they were a young, angry quartet with something to prove.
Classic alternative acts on tour this yearJake Rudh • Mar 8, 2024This week, Jake Rudh turns the focus on some of those classic alternative acts touring this year, especially those making stops right here in the Twin Cities.
Women of punk, post punk, and new waveJake Rudh • Mar 1, 2024As Women’s History Month kicks off, we spotlight the women of punk, post punk, and new wave.
One-hit wonders of the '80sJake Rudh • Feb 16, 2024Every decade has its fair share of one-hit wonders, but the '80s were packed with them.
'80s post-punk and new wave coversJake Rudh • Feb 9, 2024This week on Transmission we hear an hour of nothing but '80s post-punk and new wave covers — and you might be surprised by what you hear.
Artists who morphed for MTVJake Rudh • Feb 2, 2024Jake Rudh features artists who made a name for themselves back in the 1960s and ‘70s, but ditched the sound they were known for in the 1980s when MTV appeared.
Johnny Marr and his guitarsJake Rudh • Jan 26, 2024This week, Jake Rudh spotlights the music of guitarist Johnny Marr.
Hits and misses in '80s music and moviesJake Rudh • Jan 19, 2024This week, Jake Rudh is spotlighting songs used in ‘80s flicks.
Honoring David BowieJake Rudh • Jan 12, 2024To honor the great David Bowie, we’ll be playing one song from each of his albums in the order they were released.
