George Walker, Trailblazing American Composer, Dies At 96
The composer, whose music fused many styles with a singular voice, constantly broke new ground. He was the first African-American to win the Pulitzer Prize for music.
Music & Culture
Across the Blue Ridge #140 - Jim Eanes & Old-Time and Bluegrass Music
Hear the music of a fabulous songster this week – Jim Eanes, a southside Virginia son of immigrant parents who made good in bluegrass, classic country, and gospel music. His velvet voice and
Camille Thurman Is A Rare Jazz Double Threat
The accomplished saxophonist and singer discusses her latest album 'Waiting for the Sunrise' and defying misconceptions about women in jazz.
John Lennon's Killer Is Denied Parole For A 10th Time
A New York State Board of Parole panel said that by murdering a person "beloved by millions," Mark David Chapman "demonstrated a callous disregard for the sanctity of human life."
Gorillaz On World Cafe
Beyond being intelligent, thoughtful and perceptive, Gorillaz band member Damon Albarn is incredibly gregarious, infectious and fun.
Dermot Kennedy: Tiny Desk Concert
Backed for the first time ever by members of the Howard Gospel Choir, the Irish singer-songwriter shows off a voice built to fill stadiums in more ways than one.
The Complex Life Of Leonard Bernstein, A Once-In-A-Century Talent
Born 100 years ago on Aug. 25, 1918, Bernstein was a larger-than-life character — on stage as a conductor, at the piano as a composer, on TV as an educator and in a sometimes tangled personal life.
Watch Sharon Van Etten Cover LCD Soundsystem With The Heritage Orchestra
Sharon Van Etten performed "New York, I Love You But You're Bringing Me Down" as part of the annual summertime BBC Proms performance series.
New Music Friday For Aug. 24: Seven Albums You Should Hear Now
This week's sprint through the best new albums includes the drone rock of Nothing, the delicate piano work of Icelandic composer Ólafur Arnalds, the return of DeVotchka and more.
Of Houseflies And Drunk Dads: Ohmme Tells The Stories Behind 'Parts,' Track By Track
Two classically trained pianists pick up electric guitars and dive into uncharted musical waters. Here, Sima Cunningham and Macie Stewart explain their first album as Ohmme.