Songs We Love: Keyon Harrold, 'Stay This Way (Feat. Bilal & Big K.R.I.T.)'
The jazz trumpeter asks if euphoric moments are meant to last, or if they're naturally fleeting.
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The Voice Of Lukas Graham, On Small-Town Life In A Big City
Lukas Forchhammer, leader of the Danish band, grew up in a commune-like section of Copenhagen. "It was more of a rural upbringing," he says, "even though it was in the center of our capital city."
Iconic Journalist, Jazz Critic Nat Hentoff Dies At Age 91
Renowned journalist and jazz critic Nat Hentoff has died at 91 years old.
How Smokey Hormel Became The Quintessential Session Musician
The guitarist has played on records by Tom Waits, Norah Jones and Beck, but at one point, he was sure he wanted to pursue a career in acting.
Robbie Robertson On World Cafe
The guitarist says The Band's debut album, Music From Big Pink, "was music we were making for one another. It was just the pure joy of making music."
The xx On Growing Up Without Growing Apart
Romy Madley Croft, Oliver Sim and Jamie Smith have been a trio since childhood, but like any long-term relationship, it's taken work. They joined NPR's Ari Shapiro to talk about their unique bond.
Across the Blue Ridge #54 - Red Clay Ramblers tradition continues
This week Across the Blue Ridge presents Craver, Hicks, Watson & Newberry from their April, 2016 show at Muddy Creek Music Hall. Mike Craver, Bill Hicks and Jim Watson are all ve
Interview: Julien Baker Signs To Matador, Shares New Song
We have a candid interview with Julien Baker, a young singer of sad, thoughtful songs. Her new song, "Funeral Pyre," is being released on the storied independent label Matador Records.
Watch Angel Olsen Perform In A Bronx Church
Accompanying herself on electric guitar, the singer performs her resolutely earthly song "Give It Up" at the Fordham University Church.
Toots Thielemans On Piano Jazz
The prolific jazz harmonica player, who passed away in 2016, joined Marian McPartland in 2005.