On 'Outside Child,' Allison Russell Confronts Trauma With Compassion
Despite creating art from trauma, Russell is strengthened by love, connection and creation.
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The War On Drugs, 'Living Proof'
Listen to the band's first single from its upcoming album, I Don't Live Here Anymore.
Back Together And Blown Away: The Boston Symphony Orchestra Returns To Tanglewood
The Boston Symphony Orchestra recently returned to its storied summer home, Tanglewood, after the pandemic canceled last season. With reopening comes normalcy, as well as an opportunity for growth.
Britney Spears Says She Will Not Perform Under Her Father's Conservatorship
The artist took to Instagram to address criticism of her dancing videos and to say that those are the only performances she will be doing under her father's conservatorship.
Country Musician Chase Bryant Releases 'Upbringing' After A Mental Health Crisis
Lulu Garcia-Navarro speaks to country musician Chase Bryant about his new album, "Upbringing." It's his first release since a mental health crisis and a failed suicide attempt.
Remembering The 'Clown Prince Of Hip-Hop' Biz Markie
Rapper and DJ Biz Markie has died. The self-deprecating rapper was known for his 1989 hit "Just a Friend."
Rodrigo Amarante And His Great Musical Tantrum
NPR's Ailsa Chang talks to musician Rodrigo Amarante about his second solo album, Drama, which he says was inspired by a personal reckoning with his own understanding of manhood.
Biz Markie, DJ And 'Just A Friend' Rapper, Dies After Stroke In April
Rapper and DJ Biz Markie has died. He was 57 years old. The self-deprecating rapper was known for his 1989 hit "Just a Friend."
Biz Markie, Pioneering Beatboxer And 'Just A Friend' Rapper, Dies At 57
Biz Markie died Friday night after months of health issues.
Blues Label Alligator Records Celebrates 50 Years
Scott Simon speaks to Bruce Iglauer about the legendary blues label Alligator Records, which began 50 years ago.