NPR Music's 30 Favorite Albums Of 2016 (So Far)
The best albums of the first half of a year stuffed with (far) more than its share of heartbreak, surprise, innovation and beauty.
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Songs We Love: The Afterglows, 'Angels In The Sunshine Hotel'
Two fixtures of Philly power-pop — Sam Cook-Parrott and Michael Cantor — come together for an atmospheric and melancholy track anchored by carefully executed harmonies.
'Brexit' Songs: Here Are Your Picks
Yesterday we asked for your picks for the songs that represent the feeling in the U.K. right now. Here are some of your suggestions.
More Songs From Your 'Brexit' Mixtape
Following the aftermath of the U.K.'s decision to leave the European Union, listeners share more of their post-'Brexit' songs.
VIDEO: 'Call Me Maybe' Parody Pokes Fun At India's Marriage Ads
A trio of female college students didn't like the way "matrimonial adverts" depict women. So they wrote a song about it.
Why Was A Prominent Muslim Musician Gunned Down In Pakistan?
Singer Amjad Sabri — part of one of South Asia's most famous artistic families — was killed Wednesday in Karachi. The Pakistani Taliban has claimed responsibility for the attack.
In Songwriting, Carla Hassett Looks Home
The Brazilian-American singer named her latest album after a song by Caetano Veloso, whose lyrics written while in exile from Brazil struck a chord.
Kip Winger Explores His Classical Side
You might remember the hair band Winger and its MTV hit "Seventeen." The band's namesake, bassist Kip Winger, has another side: classical composer.
How A New Texting Service Connects A Music Artist With His Fans
Ryan Leslie developed an app that lets him manage conversations with fans and colleagues from his phone. He says the engagement tool gives artists a stronger hand in the business of their music.
'Brexit' Mixtape: Send Us Yours
All Things Considered is thinking about British songs that reflect people's sentiments in the U.K. We picked some; if you can think of better songs to explain Brexit, tweet us @npratc #BrexitMix.