Monika: Tiny Desk Concert
When you hear Monika, life feels good: The Greek singer's performances and presence are simply winning. Watch her perform four songs from Secret In The Dark at the NPR Music offices.
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Sturgill Simpson Puts A Paternal Twist On Hard-Edged Country
On A Sailor's Guide to Earth, Simpson focuses on bringing beauty and a sentimental spirit to his buzzed-about country sound. The album is meant to be a musical letter to his wife and son.
Sense Of Community Drew Musician Jenn Adams Back To Montana
Morning Edition is broadcasting from the Feed Cafe in Bozeman, Montana. David Greene talks to singer-songwriter Jenn Adams who has been performing the music for the stories about Montana.
Your Song Changed My Life: St. Vincent On 'Jeremy,' By Pearl Jam
NPR Music's Bob Boilen talks with musician St. Vincent about a song that changed her life, "Jeremy," by Pearl Jam.
Sturgill Simpson Sings A Surreal Lullaby In 'Breakers Roar'
Watch a heartbreaking, dreamlike video for the outsider-country singer's new song.
The Thistle & Shamrock: Alan Reid
The long-time Battlefield Band member was also host Fiona Ritchie's very first interview subject.
Vanguard Jazz Orchestra: 50 Years Of Mondays
The Thad Jones-Mel Lewis Orchestra, the most influential modern big band, played on Monday nights at the Village Vanguard in New York. For its 50th anniversary, its successor performs a salute.
James Blake Drops Three New Songs, New Album Coming Tonight
The electronic artist, producer and soulful crooner James Blake will release his long-awaited album, The Colour In Anything at 7 p.m. ET tonight.
Watch Animal Collective Perform 'Golden Gal' Live In The Studio
The experimental pop band gives a colorful performance of a song from its new album, Painting With.
It's No Jive: Every Day Is International Jazz Day
Jazz may have been born in America but it has grown into a global form. We've got a playlist that ranges from a Pakistani version of "Take Five" to a love song with scatting in Mandarin.