Protoje: Tiny Desk (Home) Concert
The reggae star performs a four-song set from the hills outside Kingston.
Music & Culture
'Fresh Air' Celebrates The 90th Birthday Of Jazz Improviser Sonny Rollins
Rollins recorded his first sessions in 1949, and played his last live shows in 2012. Kevin Whitehead offers an appreciation, then we listen back to a 1994 interview with the tenor saxophonist.
New Book Takes A Deeper Look At Quiet Beatle George Harrison
NPR's Steve Inskeep talks with music journalist Ashley Kahn about his new book, George Harrison on George Harrison. It's a collection of interviews with and writings by former Beatle George Harrison.
Gary Peacock, A Jazz Bassist Always Ahead Of His Time, Dies At 85
Peacock could seemingly adapt to any style, and performed with a variety of artists ranging from Bill Evans and Keith Jarrett to Albert Ayler.
Hundreds Gather In German Church To Hear Composition's Chord Change
St. Burchiardi church's custom organ has been playing a composition titled "As Slow As Possible" for 19 years. The piece will take 639 years to unfold. Stay tuned for another chord change in 2022.
Phil Augusta Jackson Writes About Life In Redondo Beach In New EP
Phil Augusta Jackson, rapper, musician, and writer for the HBO series Insecure, has a new EP called The Redondo Tape. It's about his time isolating in a small Southern California beach city.
Tiny Desk Contestant Danielle Ponder On Telling Stories That Matter Through Music
Every year, the Tiny Desk Contest attracts thousands of unsigned musicians — like powerhouse singer Danielle Ponder. Her entry, "Poor Man's Pain," was inspired by her work as a public defender.
In Her Debut Album, Maya Hawke Explores Young Adulthood
NPR's Scott Simon speaks with actor and musician Maya Hawke about her debut album Blush.
Whatever Happened To ... The Heavy Metal Mongolian Band Called The Hu?
They're cooking up new music — including a song for a 'Star Wars' video game — and videos on how to prepare traditional foods. Care for a fried meat pie?
Bob James Releases An Album Of His Early Work Recorded 55 Years Ago
NPR's Mary Louise Kelly speaks with Bob James, better known as godfather of hip-hop and smooth jazz, about an album of his early work. Once Upon a Time was recorded in 1965 but just released now.