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For Globetrotting Singer Jain, Every Place Has Meaning
The French musician, born Jeanne Galice, has lived in Dubai, Congo-Brazzaville and Abu Dhabi. She says each of those places influences her rhythmic, worldly pop.
Michael Nesmith On 'Infinite Tuesday' And Touring With Hendrix
In his new memoir, the one-time member of The Monkees recalls befriending John Lennon and Jimi Hendrix, who opened for the band on a 1967 tour. (That didn't last long.)
'(Be)longing' Explores Gun Violence, 10 Years After Virginia Tech Shooting
(Be)longing is the name of a new oratorio commissioned to mark the 10th anniversary of the Virginia Tech shootings. The creators wanted to create a piece about gun violence and how to prevent it.
Both The Food And The Music Are Made From Scratch At This Texas Joint
For more than 35 years, the Hilltop Cafe has been serving up both seafood and the blues on a lonesome highway in Texas Hill Country. Patrons flock to hear owner Johnny Nicholas perform his tunes.
Eurovision Again Struck By Controversy As Russia Says It Won't Broadcast
After a year of tumult, Russia has doubled down, saying it won't broadcast this year's contest after its competitor, Yuliya Samoylova, was denied entry into Ukraine.
Folk Musician Lizzie No On Anger That Heals
The harpist, guitarist and singer says the title track of her debut album, Hard Won, represents her realization that anger and conflict can coexist with triumphant healing.
Celebrate International Guitar Month With These Guitar Greats
From "Johnny B. Goode" to "Voodoo Child" to "Stairway To Heaven," hear a playlist of some of World Cafe's favorite guitar solos and sounds.
Basking In Sin: Some Initial Thoughts On Kendrick Lamar's 'DAMN.'
The NPR Music staff spent Friday morning listening to the rapper's new album. Here are eight reactions to what will likely go down as one of the best albums of 2017.
Watch The Coachella 2017 Live Webcast All Weekend Long
The music festival will be live-streamed across three channels, with sets from Kendrick Lamar, Radiohead, Lady Gaga, Banks, Lorde, The xx, D.R.A.M., Future, Bon Iver and more.