First Listen: Ani DiFranco, 'Binary'
From a musician at home in revolution, here is an album about the quiet insurgence of maturity.
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First Listen: ALA.NI, 'You & I'
The Paris-based singer channels Billie Holiday and Judy Garland on an album that defies categorization.
First Listen: Lindsey Buckingham & Christine McVie
Fleetwood Mac's guitarist and keyboardist team up for an album that features every member of the legendary band, minus Stevie Nicks.
First Listen: Lady Antebellum, 'Heart Break'
The country trio behind mega-hit "Need You Now" is back from hiatus. Stream Lady Antebellum's new album in its entirety.
First Listen: DeJohnette, Grenadier, Medeski & Scofield, 'Hudson'
This new jazz supergroup gives familiar fare by Joni Mitchell, Bob Dylan and Jimi Hendrix an unexpected new tilt.
'Like Brain Boot Camp': Using Music To Ease Hearing Loss
Researchers in Toronto are studying whether singing in a choir and practicing pitch can help hearing-impaired people function better in noisy environments.
Four Gifted Young Musicians Aim To Effect Change Through Community-Focused Projects
Young, classically-trained musicians look to impact the world beyond sharing their virtuosity with it — through meaningful projects building on their potential as leaders in their home communities.
World Cafe Nashville: Colter Wall
The country singer's startlingly deep voice and the hard-won wisdom in his songwriting belie his young age. Hear a performance and interview.
New Mix: Jeff Tweedy, Kevin Morby, Big Thief, Mitski And More
On this week's essential new releases Mitski covers One Direction, Kevin Morby pays homage to The Ramones, Wilco's Jeff Tweedy goes solo acoustic, and much more.
All Songs +1: Brandi Carlile Reflects On 10 Years Of 'The Story'
NPR Music's Ann Powers talks with Brandi Carlile about the singer's efforts to raise money and awareness for children who are affected by war and conflict.