Identity And Dance: Camille A. Brown Talks With Lara Downes
The groundbreaking choreographer, who is also the first Black director at the Metropolitan Opera, says she found self-expression through dance.
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Nanci Griffith Has Died. The Texas Singer-Songwriter Was 68
She was celebrated in folk and country-music circles for her crystalline voice and storytelling skill.
Jakob Dylan Is Serious About His Craft
The Wallflowers' frontman talks about the band's latest album, Exit Wounds, and how he approaches his songwriting.
The Killers, 'Pressure Machine'
Pressure Machine plays like an expository essay, complete with introduction and all, with title track — the album's penultimate song — repeating its thesis in the conclusion.
Songs Of Summer, From Olivia Rodrigo, Willow And Japanese Breakfast
Critic Ken Tucker compiled his list of 2021 summer songs while traveling on vacation. His picks are "Brutal," by Olivia Rodrigo; "Transparent Soul," by Willow; and "Be Sweet," by Japanese Breakfast.
Fans Are Still Waiting For Kanye To Release 'Donda'
NPR's A Martinez speaks with BuzzFeed culture writer Elamin Abdelmahmoud about the delayed release of Kanye West's album Donda.
The Weepies On Mountain Stage
Listen to an archival concert from husband-wife duo Deb Talan and Steve Tannen, recorded on West Virginia's most famous stage.
Dolly Parton Teams With James Patterson To Write Novel
Parton's first novel, Run, Rose Run is a thriller and will have a companion album to go along with it.
Lizzo (Feat. Cardi B), 'Rumors'
With an assist from Cardi B, Lizzo clears haters with a smile.
Newcomer Samara Joy Makes An Imposing Debut On Her Self-Titled Album
Joy sang some jazz in high school, but didn't get serious about it until later. Her debut album, which she recorded as a college student, could be a public service announcement for jazz education.