We Still Can't Comprehend The Power Of Aretha Franklin's Voice
No one's voice has ever soared like this.
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New Music Friday For Aug. 17: Seven Albums You Should Hear Now
New Music Friday returns from a two-week break with some of 2018's most anticipated releases, from Death Cab For Cutie's Thank You For Today to Mitski's Be The Cowboy.
The Life And Legacy Of Aretha Franklin: An All Songs Considered Remembrance
In this career-spanning conversation, we trace Aretha Franklin's journey, from her earliest days singing gospel in her father's church to becoming one of the most influential artists of all time.
Janet Jackson Marks Her Comeback With The Help Of Daddy Yankee
Ms. Jackson returns with "Made For Now," a vibrant, Afrobeat-inspired song that will compel you to seize the day.
Flooding Forces Phish To Cancel Curveball Festival
This year, 40,000 Phish fans headed to western New York for the event. Disappointed that the festival was canceled, fans tweeted Elon Musk and President Trump to do something.
More Than Keeping Time: A Melodic Drumming Demo
Drummers usually make sure beats don't speed up or slow down. But drummer Allison Miller does more than keep time. Watch a demonstration of her unique style of playing called melodic drumming.
Mitski's Fiction Is Your Truth On 'Be The Cowboy'
On her fifth album, Mitski isn't an inconsolable woman, leaking with grief; she's an object of her own artful construction — a woman in control.
First Listen: Candi Staton, 'Unstoppable'
The Southern soul survivor has made an album about strength: a holistic shot in the arm to help you find the fortitude to fight.
'Black People Will Be Free': How Aretha Lived The Promise Of Detroit
Black Power, black leadership and the black church all converged in the city of Aretha Franklin's youth. Once she had the means, she resolved to bring Detroit's potential with her.
Minnesota Orchestra Honors Nelson Mandela By Bringing Music To South Africa
The Minnesota Orchestra will be the first major U.S. orchestra to play in Soweto, South Africa. The orchestra's tour of the country grew out of its conductor's work with youth orchestras there.