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Sounds Like Home III on The Current Thursday, Aug. 13

Today, August 13, 2020, The Current is hosting round three of Sounds Like Home. It’s an evening of virtual performances celebrating Minnesota musicians.

Join an incredible lineup of local musicians and Andrea Swensson from The Current as we meet up on the internet for a virtual festival. Great music lives here, and you can still enjoy it live on The Current’s YouTube channel or Facebook page!

Schedule

7 p.m. Turn Turn Turn
7:30 p.m. Annie Humphrey
8 p.m. Margret
8:30 p.m. Gaelynn Lea
9 p.m. Longshot
9:30 p.m. Maria Isa