First Listen: Phish, 'Big Boat'
The band's 13th album feels like a tonal sequel to 2014's terrific Fuego, thanks to a balanced ear for Phish's on-stage exuberance and sonic cohesion.
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Kate Bush To Release Rare Live Recordings
A three-disc set, due out Dec. 2, features highlights from her 2014 concert series at London's Hammersmith Apollo theater. It was her first set of live performances in 35 years.
First Listen: Brent Cobb, 'Shine On Rainy Day'
On his first full-length album, the young country singer-songwriter imaginatively teases out the subtle textures of small-town life.
Watch Paul Simon's Ageless And Animated Performance Of 'Wristband'
The legendary singer and songwriter makes his first-ever appearance at Austin City Limits for a rare live performance.
First Listen: Shovels & Rope, 'Little Seeds'
Parenthood gives the husband-and-wife Americana duo the will to rock on an album that's informed by both birth and death.
First Listen: Conor Oberst, 'Ruminations'
Oberst's distinctive warble is set against a spare patchwork of acoustic guitar, piano and the occasional harmonica, drawing most of the attention to his dark, personal words.
The Philadelphia Folk Festival Sessions On World Cafe
Hear performances by Liz Longley, The Sheepdogs and Quiet Life, recorded live at the 55th annual Philadelphia Folk Festival in August 2016.
Newlywed Composer Christopher Rouse On His Encoded Musical Love Letters
In a piece on his latest album, the Pulitzer-winning composer uses a code of musical notes to spell out the name of his wife, Natasha. Another composition is inspired by her remarkable resilience.
All Right Now! Brownout Back At It Again With Funky Black Sabbath Covers
Hear the Austin, Texas-based Latin funk band's seven-minute workout of "Fairies Wear Boots," complete with horns, fuzz and a touch of dub.
Watch: A Chilling Masterpiece From Anna von Hausswolff
The new video is breathlessly beautiful, brooding and unsettling.