A Selection Of Songs For The Extraordinary
Michael Hearst, best known as co-founder of One Ring Zero, has a new album that tells the stories of extraordinary people.
Music & Culture
U2's 'Songs Of Experience' Is The Reboot The Band Needed
The Irish rock band has been plagued with many unsuccessful projects. Its latest offering is its attempt at a reboot — coming off as earnest, genuine, and even a little bit scrappy.
Chris Stapleton Dives Into His Archives For 'From A Room: Volume 2'
The Nashville singer sits down with NPR's Ari Shapiro to talk about his latest album, which includes songs he wrote long ago, re-recorded tracks, and covers of his favorite tunes.
Complexity Of Touring With Rosewood Instruments May Soon Be Eased
Complex regulations around the material, including a confusing permit process for musicians, may be much easier to navigate after a meeting today in Geneva.
Newly Reissued 'Astaire Story' Suffers From A Couple Of Missteps
In 1952, record producer Norman Granz brought six jazz stars into the studio to back a singer from outside their circle: Hollywood song and dance man Fred Astaire.
Across the Blue Ridge #102 - Old Time, Country and Bluegrass Classics and New Music
This week we explore the highways and byways of traditional country music.
Claudio Roditi On Piano Jazz
The versatile trumpeter made his way from Brazil to the New York jazz scene in the 1970s. Hear him perform with host Marian McPartland in this 1996 episode.
All.Latino Album Review: Calma Camona's '100 Vidas'
The Puerto Rican soul singer Calma Camona's new album is a strong statement of power, gender and identity.
Robert Schumann - The Epitome Of 19th Century Romantic Composers
Robert Schumann was a compulsive, Romantic composer in love with love, and he embodied the spirit of the early 19th century.
Hip-Hop Mogul Russell Simmons Steps Down After 2nd Sexual Assault Accusation
Russell Simmons has stepped-down as head of his businesses Def Jam Recordings and Rush Communications following accusations of sexual assault in 1991 from actress and screenwriter Jenny Lumet.