Los Rivera Destino: Tiny Desk (Home) Concert
The comedic Puerto Rican trio delivers a visual and lyrical treat of a performance.
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Lesson learned from 'Song Exploder' leads Hirway to an album of his own songs
Hrishikesh Hirway is host of the podcast Song Exploder, which examines pop songs and artists. He talks to NPR's A Martinez about releasing an album of his own compositions.
Berklee musicians are basking in the 'CODA' Oscar glow
Berklee College of Music is celebrating CODA's wins for best picture, best adapted screenplay and best supporting actor. Students and alumni worked on the film, along with other award-winning films.
House music is alive and well in South Africa
In much of the world, house music has already had its day — but in South Africa, it is pop music. Here's why this musical genre has remained king.
Foo Fighters cancel all tour dates after drummer Taylor Hawkins' death
The multi-platinum band announced that it has canceled all upcoming tour dates, calling the death of its drummer a "staggering loss." Hawkins died Friday in Colombia where the band was on tour.
Adrian Quesada (feat. iLe), 'Mentiras Con Cariño'
Black Pumas' co-founder teams up with iLe for a smoky, psychedelic ballad that celebrates Latin music traditions while also modernizing them.
Angel Olsen, 'All The Good Times'
Hear the first song from Angel Olsen's upcoming album, Big Time, which is due out June 3.
World Cafe 30th Anniversary Playlist: 2013
Music in 2013 was marked by some popular hits from Robin Thicke, Lorde, Daft Punk, Disclosure, Katy Perry, Drake and more.
Taylor Swift has 11 Grammys and now she'll get an honorary doctorate
New York University will award Taylor Swift an honorary Doctor of Fine Arts. She will speak at the school's commencement ceremony in May at Yankee Stadium.
Madi Diaz: Tiny Desk (Home) Concert
In her Tiny Desk (home) concert, Madi Diaz's music has never sounded richer or more radiant.