Elvis signed a contract with a film studio; the Beatles got started on 'Revolver'; Simon and Garfunkel had a No. 1 album; ABBA became European stars overnight; and Tammy Wynette passed away, Today in Music History.

José James stopped at The Current for a live interview with host Zach McCormick on the date of the release of James’ new album, “1978,” available on Rainbow Blonde Records.

Performing at the Duluth Masonic Temple, Duluth-based folk musician Nolen Sellwood performed six of his original songs. Watch the complete performance.

The British band performed its first Minneapolis concert on Thursday evening. Miss Grit was the opening act.

For today’s 9:30 Coffee Break, what songs that are sampled, covered or interpolated on Beyoncé’s Cowboy Carter do you want to hear?

Every Friday around 11 a.m. on Radio Heartland, we pull a special track from the archives or from deep in the shelves to spotlight a particular artist or song. This week, we spotlight esteemed country and Americana artist Emmylou Harris.

Layne Staley passed away; Tracy Chapman released her debut album; R.E.M. played their first ever gig; Toto broke up; and Paula Cole was born, Today in Music History.

Ahead of their sold-out show at First Avenue in Minneapolis, guitarist Emily Roberts and lead vocalist Abigail Morris stopped at The Current for a live conversation with host Jessica Paxton.

This week on the Chart Show, Minnesota artists Laamar and Ber take the No. 1 and 2 spots, respectively, while Toronto rockers The Beaches go to No. 3 with “Blame Brett.”

For today’s 9:30 Coffee Break, which songs by bands with members who are twin siblings do you want to hear?