The Thistle & Shamrock: A Gentle Revolution
Since the 1970s, the small harp has built international momentum in Celtic roots music.
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The Cactus Blossoms On World Cafe
The Minneapolis brothers show off their tight country harmonies live in the studio.
Beatles Producer George Martin 'Invented The Job'
In the studio, the Beatles' longtime producer and arranger devised many of the band's signature sounds. He died Tuesday at age 90.
Sir George Martin, The 'Fifth Beatle,' Dies At 90
The classically trained composer was the Beatles' closest collaborator throughout the 1960s, producing virtually all their music. Music critics agree they wouldn't have been the Beatles without him.
Remembering Record Producer George Martin, The 'Fifth Beatle'
Martin, who died yesterday in London, was among the earliest to recognize The Beatles' talents and is often credited with helping them develop their sound. Originally broadcast in 1980.
Watch Ladysmith Black Mambazo Perform 'Homeless' Live In The Studio
The beloved South African mbube group, now led by founder Joseph Shabalala's son, performs for KEXP.
Napalm Death's 'Dear Slum Landlord' Video Grimly Depicts Housing Greed
The legendary U.K. extreme metal band oozes contempt in a series of stark black-and-white drawings.
Viking's Choice: Perturbator, 'Neo Tokyo'
James Kent's barrage of synths conjures up a dark urban future in this anime-inspired track.
Watch The Live Looping Wonder Of Bayonne
The Austin-based electronic composer Roger Sellers, who writes and records as Bayonne, makes live looping look like an endurance sport.
Martin Made The Beatles Much More Interesting, Connolly Says
In 1962, George Martin signed an unknown band: The Beatles. Steve Inskeep talks to Ray Connolly, who made a documentary series with Martin called The Rhythm of Life, about Martin's death at age 90.