Don Friedman On Piano Jazz
The classically-trained jazz pianist enchanted audiences during his lifetime. In celebration of his 83rd birthday, hear his Piano Jazz performance from 1996.
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Dave Lory On World Cafe: A Window Into Jeff Buckley's Tremendous Artistic Life
Enjoy an early preview of stories from Lory's new book, Jeff Buckley: From Hallelujah to Last Goodbye, coming May 29, the anniversary of Buckley's death.
James McMurtry On Mountain Stage
Revered songwriter James McMurtry marks his 12th performance on Mountain Stage with his signature brand of astute, observational storytelling.
Liz Phair On Demanding A Voice In 25 Years Of 'Guyville'
Liz Phair's Exile In Guyville is being reissued with a massive 25th anniversary box set. It features seven LPs, the official release of the Girly-Sound tapes and a book detailing the album's history.
Breaking Down Brahms
Brahms was composing in the late 19th century, but he worshipped music of the past. In this episode, Peter shows us how Bach, Mozart, and Beethoven all find their way into Brahms' music.
Queer, Punk And Latin: A Discussion About Sexual Identity
A panel of women take on the topic of what it takes to make in in the Latin music business while staying true to your gender identity.
Let Florence + The Machine's 'Hunger' Send You Screaming Into The Weekend
"Hunger," from Florence Welch's forthcoming High As Hope, lets the singer cut loose in a soaring, searching anthem about loneliness and desire.
New Music Friday: May 4
Our look at the best albums out on May 4 includes the joyful pop of Frank Turner, soul singer Leon Bridges, the alien synth sounds of Lucrecia Dalt, the return of the iconic '90s band Belly and more.
Watch The Incredible, Unforgettable Chaos Of Yonatan Gat
The band's new video, for the song "Cue The Machines," includes a mangled Alan Lomax choir recording from the 1950s, flamenco dancing and one of the most incredible live performances you'll ever see.
Darlingside: Tiny Desk Concert
Even if the world came to an end, there's still beauty and hope in all of us and in song. That about sums up the wistful mystery that is the music of Darlingside.