More and more artists want Trump to stop using their music. They face a costly fight
The White Stripes are the latest musical act to take the former president to court over using their songs in his reelection campaign.
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Sean 'Diddy' Combs denied bail after arrest for conspiracy and sex trafficking
The music mogul was arrested late Monday in New York and now faces charges of racketeering conspiracy, sex trafficking and transportation to engage in prostitution after months of civil lawsuits.
Tito Jackson, member of the Jackson 5, dies at 70
The singer and guitarist was part of sibling quintet that took over the pop world in 1969 — it released four consecutive No. 1 hits — and launched a family entertainment dynasty that lasted decades.
Her piano concert was six years in the making. Then Puerto Rico's power went out
Puerto Rico’s unstable electric grid affects every sector of society, including the island’s rich cultural scene. An outage abruptly ended an emerging pianist’s recent concert, touching a nerve.
Trump says 'I hate Taylor Swift' after pop star endorses Harris
The Republican presidential nominee directed his vitriol at the pop star after Swift threw her support behind the Democratic presidential nominee.
Alt.Latino celebrates Latino Heritage Month with a Tiny Desk takeover
NPR's Alt.Latino takes over the Tiny Desk concerts for the next four weeks in celebration of Latino Heritage Month.
Requiem for a team: the lost promise of Rich Gang
Ten years ago, two rappers found a chemistry so potent it couldn't be recreated. Today, even with one tragically absent and one indefinitely detained, the legacy of what they made is everywhere.
Miranda Lambert leads the pack in a crowded field of new music releases
This week’s mix of music out today starts with an homage to the home state of country star Miranda Lambert.
Justin Timberlake pleads guilty to impaired driving, gets $500 fine and will make PSA
Justin Timberlake pleaded guilty to impaired driving, resolving the criminal case stemming from his arrest in the Hamptons. “I did not live up to the standards that I try to hold for myself," he said.
Remembering jazz guitarist Russell Malone
Malone, who died Aug. 23, was one of the leading guitarists of his generation. Before starting his own group, he performed with Diana Krall, Harry Connick Jr. and others. Originally broadcast in 2000.