Watch Ana Egge & The Sentimentals Perform Live In The Studio
The singer-songwriter plays the socially conscious folk-rock song "Away We Go" with the Danish trio in a session recorded for Folk Alley.
Music & Culture
A Critical Conversation About Frank Ocean's 'Endless' Video Album
As listeners everywhere process it in real time, two NPR Music critics trade notes on Ocean's confounding new release.
The Enduring Fabulousness Of Barbra Streisand
The 74-year-old star provided thrilling moments of spectacular singing – and a few political jokes – in Washington, D.C.
Across The Blue Ridge #34 - Summer Listening Party
Our summer listening party continues this week with a tremendous selection of classic and new music from the mountains and beyond. From Kentucky, old time fiddler Snake Chapman plays his beau
'Unheard Bird' Gives Fresh Insight Into Charlie Parker's Musical Genius
Decades after Parker's death, a new album compiles previously unknown performances by the alto sax legend. Critic Kevin Whitehead says the record will please both jazz experts and casual listeners.
Yeasayer On World Cafe
After four years, the restless Brooklyn band pursues another new sound on Amen & Goodbye. Hear a conversation and live performance.
Marty Napoleon On Piano Jazz
Hear the pianist, who once played with Louis Armstrong's All Stars, as he duets with Marian McPartland in a 1992 session.
Eddie Palmieri: Tiny Desk Concert
An icon for both modern and Latin jazz, the veteran performer continues to break tradition and innovate within many musical styles, including salsa, fusion, Latin funk and more.
Portable Takes Us Inside His New Album, 'Alan Abrahams,' Track By Track
"I wanted to make an album that brings out emotions," the South African producer says. Listen to every track and read Abrahams' comments on each one.
Songs We Love: Battle Trance, 'Blade Of Love I'
An unusual quartet of tenor saxophones delves into the connections between body, breath, sound and creation with a fierce and unyielding spirit.