First Listen: Neon Indian, 'VEGA INTL. Night School'
On the band's new album, old and new technologies come together in a sly but seemingly sincere way, with throwback results that keep the prospect of a party in mind.
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Syria's 'DJ Marshall B' Raps About The Pain Of Being A Refugee
The Syrian performer has made his way through Europe while rapping about his experiences: "Lost between heaven and hell, I'm desperately trying to reach the light at the end."
Music From The Shadows: Ancient Armenian Hymns And Piano Jazz
Award-winning pianist Tigran Hamasyan merges ancient sacred hymns from his homeland with improvisation, and a little mystery.
Christian Scott aTunde Adjuah: Tiny Desk Concert
Artists don't usually tell long, rambling stories for us. They don't usually name their tunes "Ku Klux Police Department." The trumpeter presents his jazz-hybridized "stretch music" in performance.
No Expiration Date
Indie folk duo The Milk Carton Kids wishes you knew just how dark their band name is.
Rock And Roll Hall Of Fame 2016 Nominees Include The Cars, Janet Jackson
More than 800 artists and music industry professionals vote on the inductees, who are announced in December.
Songs We Love: Corb Lund, 'Sadr City'
Listen to the outlaw ballad written from the perspective of a Middle East combat veteran, then read the versatile singer-songwriter open up about his craft.
'This Is Our Guy': Musicians Rally For Harry Nilsson, An Icon Who Dodged Fame
Two decades after his death, Harry Nilsson has become a common cause for a group of artists hellbent on getting him into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame. (They even wrote a song about it.)
The Diverse World Of Yo-Yo Ma
Sample the musically omnivorous cellist's wide-ranging work — from J.S. Bach to modern invocations of ancient folk traditions.
'Such A Perfect Fit': David Gilmour And Polly Samson On 20 Years Of Collaboration
Watch the striking, animated video for David Gilmour's "The Girl in the Yellow Dress," from his new album Rattle That Lock. The song features lyrics by Gilmour's wife, Polly Samson.