Jordan Reportedly Bans Band With Gay Frontman From Performing
The members of Mashrou' Leila say Jordanian authorities are trying to stifle their political message — and endorsements of gender equality and sexual freedom.
Music & Culture
Feeling This: A Conversation With Grimes
The electronic artist born Claire Boucher goes long on gender politics in music studios, the perks of being a science major and why her favorite songs are those that deliberately unsettle the ear.
Music Review: 'A Sailor's Guide To Earth,' Sturgill Simpson
Will Hermes reviews the most heartening record he's heard this year. It's A Sailor's Guide to Earth by Sturgill Simpson.
DMA's On World Cafe
The Australian garage-pop trio plays songs from its new debut album, Hills End.
The Thistle & Shamrock: Wayfaring Strangers
Retrace the migration of Celtic music from Scotland and Ulster to Appalachia.
Questlove On Prince, Doo-Wop And The Food Equivalent Of The 'Mona Lisa'
In his new book, somethingtofoodabout, The Roots' drummer discusses the artistry involved in creating a great meal. "I'm more obsessed with the journey ... than the destination," Questlove says.
The Mardi Gras Indian Of 'Lemonade'
In "Lemonade," Beyoncé's much-discussed visual album, a girl resplendent in white plumage appears. It's a nod to the pop star's New Orleans roots and loaded with the region's racial history.
Beyonce's 'Lemonade' Turns A Somali-Brit Poet Into A Global Star
Queen Bey reads some of Warsan Shire's writings about love and loss. The young poet also tells stories about refugees and immigrants from Africa, where she was born.
Viking's Choice: Thrice, 'Black Honey'
After long forays into pop-punk and arty post-hardcore, Thrice returns from a hiatus with a sonically grandiose third act.
Songs We Love: Holy Ghost!, 'Compass Point'
The NYC duo pays tribute to the Compass Point Studios sound with a bouncy, glittery mix of '80s-inspired disco and house.