Notorious B.I.G., Nas And Mary J. Blige Producer Chucky Thompson Dies At 53
Thompson, a member of Bad Boy Records' so-called "Hitmen," had a hand in such hits as "Big Poppa" and "One Mic."
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Flock Of Dimes: Tiny Desk (Home) Concert
Backed by members of Sylvan Esso, Mountain Man, Bon Iver and more, Flock of Dimes' Jenn Wasner performs three songs from her new album, Head of Roses.
This Musician's Unlikely Duet Partner? The Golden Gate Bridge
Renovations to San Francisco's Golden Gate Bridge made it produce an eerie humming sound. Guitarist Nate Mercereau heard its musical potential and made an album by playing along.
Posthumously Released Prince Album Speaks To Today's America
Six years before his death in 2016, Prince recorded — but did not release — Welcome 2 America. Who knows why Prince opted to hide it away in 2010; this album's sound is very much of-the-moment.
Ben Howard: Tiny Desk (Home) Concert
Watch Ben Howard play songs from his latest album, Collections from the Whiteout as well as the premiere of a new tune.
Ric Robertson (Feat. Lucius), 'Getting Over Our Love'
Opening cut "Getting Over Our Love" sets the tone of exquisite heartbreak echoed throughout the album.
Paul Thorn Brings A Softer Touch To A Rough Patch On 'Never Too Late To Call'
Southern singer-songwriter Paul Thorn joins NPR's Debbie Elliott to talk about his latest record, Never Too Late To Call.
New Favorites From Alt.Latino: Aventura, Rawayana And More
Alt.Latino producer Anamaria Sayre joins to share noteworthy songs from Aventura and Bad Bunny, Silvana Estrada, Rawayana and Rodrigo Amarante.
Kool & The Gang Co-Founder Dennis 'Dee Tee' Thomas Has Died At Age 70
Thomas, a founding member of the long-running band known for soul-funk hits like "Celebration," played a trio of instruments and served as the Gang's emcee.
Lakou Mizik Channels The Resiliency Of Their Home Haiti In New Album
Haitian band Lakou Mizik's new album is called Leave the Bones. Member Steeve Valcourt and musician Joseph Ray, who collaborated with the band, talk with NPR's Scott Simon about it.