The genre of R&B — short for “rhythm and blues” — mixed elements of blues, jazz, boogie woogie, and gospel and was pioneered ...

The Current has thrived for 20 years thanks to listener support, so let’s return the favor with song! So, for today’s 9:30 ...

John Lennon performed 'Instant Karma' on BBC TV's 'Top Of The Pops'; Al Green went to No. 1 on the U.S. singles chart with ...

Check out our Artist of the Month interview with singer, rapper, and producer Zora. We chat about her new record “BELLAdonna” ...

In honor of Black History Month, The Current is exploring the origins of Black music in America, what came after, and its ...

Oladokun gets her very first induction into the Chart Show Hall of Fame with a lovely ballad that expresses her conflicting ...

Many Black artists and musicians have shaped the current state of popular music. In honor of Black History Month, The Current explores a different chapter in the history of music by Black artists.

With so many classic bands reforming and back on tour, it's the perfect time for a Transmission spotlighting '90s Britpop.

Chris Smither tells a story about how a custom guitar that one person rejected became a guitar he’s embraced.

Charley Crockett has come a long way from his days busking on the streets of New Orleans. Now, he performs at theaters in ...

Too Easy” swaps spots with Joy Oladokun’s “I’d Miss The Birds” while local artist Ber leaps 10 spots to No. 4 with “Oh, To Be ...