'And It Bloody Well Happened': The Improbable Life Of Keith Richards
The 71-year-old Rolling Stones guitarist has a new solo album, a new documentary on his life, and a few thoughts to share on the topic of immortality.
Music & Culture
Grace Potter's Solo Album 'Midnight' Mixes Styles And Rhythms
In her first solo album, Potter moves away from the hard-rock groove for which she's known and explores new genres. Critic Ken Tucker says Midnight "sounds like the breakaway from formula that it is."
Jill Scott Holds Herself Accountable For Her Own Joy In 'Woman'
Scott's fifth studio album draws on influences from the Beach Boys and Aretha Franklin — and much self-reflection. "I've been doing a lot of stewing," she says. "I've been making stews out of music."
... And Beer For All: Budweiser Makes A Metallica Beer In Canada
The beer, which has the tag line "Coulée dans le rock" (cast in rock), will get a wider release in Canada later this month when fewer than 100,000 cases of special-edition black cans hit shelves.
AmericanaFest Preview: Lucette, Whitey Morgan, Oh Pep! And More
On this week's podcast, Bob Boilen, Ann Powers and Jewly Hight showcase the music they look forward to seeing at Nashville's AmericanaFest.
Appeals Court Rules Youtube Video Of Baby Dancing To Prince Was Fair Use
NPR's Audie Cornish talks to Daniel Nazer of the Electronic Frontier Foundation about the impact of this ruling. An appeals court ruled the music used in the video was an instance of fair use.
A.R. Rahman Responds To Fatwa Issued For 'Muhammad' Biopic
A Muslim group in Mumbai has issued a religious edict against Oscar-winning composer AR Rahman — because he scored an Iranian film chronicling the life of the Prophet Muhammad.
A Working Jazz Band Shows Off Its Polish In 'Canada Day IV'
Eight years ago, jazz drummer and composer Harris Eisenstadt put together a quintet called Canada Day. Critic Kevin Whitehead says the group's new album shows the wisdom of sticking together.
Music Review: 'Over And Even,' Joan Shelley
Music critic Will Hermes has been won over by the remarkably beautiful, pure voice of Joan Shelley. He reviews her new album, Over and Even.
Ringo Starr Cleaning House, Will Auction Beatles 'Stuff' For Charity
The Fab Four drummer is putting an original pressing of the White Album, a guitar once owned by John Lennon and one of his own Ludwig Oyster drum kits on the block.