Your Favorite New Artists Of 2018 (So Far)
Many of your favorite musicians of 2018 (so far) defy genres and expectations, from the idiosyncratic wonder of Superorganism to the stirring, swirling ballads of serpentwithfeet.
Music & Culture
Hear The Mountain Goats' Ode To WWE's 'Legit Boss,' Sasha Banks
Banks requested the song after The Mountain Goats released Beat The Champ, a wrestling-themed album, in 2015. Now, songwriter John Darnielle has delivered.
Khôrada, Forged From Agalloch And Giant Squid's Ashes, Burnishes 'Glacial Gold'
Two forces of modern metal combine to reflect on the past while looking for the means to move forward.
XXXTentacion, Controversial 20-Year-Old Rapper, Shot And Killed
The Floridian first gained attention in 2016, when his SoundCloud single "Look At Me" went viral. He released two popular albums after, but was awaiting trial on charges brought by an ex-girlfriend.
Jay-Z and Beyoncé's 'Everything Is Love' Shakes Up Summer Music
A season full of high-profile hip-hop releases just got hotter. NPR Music's Ann Powers and Rodney Carmichael break down the surprise release of Beyoncé and Jay-Z's collaborative album.
What's Your Summer Jam This Year?
What new song are you turning to when the weather warms up and there's fun to be had?
Gennady Rozhdestvensky, An Influential Russian Conductor, Has Died
With work spanning much of the Soviet era, the conductor served as an important and prominent conduit between Russia and the West. He died Saturday at age 87.
Finding The Rhythm With Otis Williams and PJ Morton
We've got sunshine on a cloudy day.
John Prine On Music, Cancer And Why He Never Thought He'd Be A Recording Artist
The singer, songwriter and guitarist underwent surgeries in 1996 and 2013 that affected his throat and voice. He likes his voice better now: "It dropped down lower and feels friendlier."
serpentwithfeet Crafts His Own Language For Queer Life
Growing up, Josiah Wise says, he was closeted because he didn't have the language to express himself. His new album is intended to put words to his identity that go beyond sex and attraction.