Jeru The Damaja: Tiny Desk (Home) Concert
Jeru The Damaja, the '90s emcee, shares a medley of classics for his Tiny Desk home concert.
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Ben Watt Reflects On Listening To 'Lone Guitar Meditations' In Isolation
In Our Daily Breather, we ask writers and artists to recommend ways to find calm in the midst of the COVID-19 crisis. While in isolation, Ben Watt has turned to the power of solo guitar music.
A Month To Celebrate Jazz, Turned Tragic
April is Jazz Appreciation Month, but in 2020, in the midst of the coronavirus pandemic that cost the jazz community many elders and working musicians, the phrase "appreciation" took a darker cast.
Library Of Congress Unveils Open-Source Sampling Tool Called DJ Citizen
Brian Foo creates new music from old sounds. His audio remix project at the Library of Congress, which uses sound in the public domain, is called Citizen DJ.
Beyoncé Joins Megan Thee Stallion On The Delightfully Braggadocious 'Savage (Remix)'
The remix comes two months after Megan fought her label for the right to release new music, which culminated in the surprise release of her third mixtape, Suga.
Play It Forward: Bernice's Robin Dann On Writing Music With A Sense Of Surprise
In the third episode of Play It Forward, Ari Shapiro interviews Robin Dann of the Canadian band, Bernice. She talks about redefining success and how the freedom of jazz informs her music.
Newport Folk And Jazz Festivals Canceled Due To Coronavirus
Two of the U.S.' most influential and storied summer music festivals have been canceled for 2020, due to coronavirus concerns. The sibling events were scheduled to take place in July and August.
The Thistle & Shamrock: New Spring Sounds
As we work through the challenges of our times, let a new spring tide of recordings carry you along.
Daughter Of Swords: Tiny Desk Concert
Alexandra Sauser-Monnig returns to the Tiny Desk with her band Daughter of Swords, showcasing new music as well as songs from 2019's gorgeous Dawnbreaker album.
Stream These Virtual Events To Celebrate International Jazz Day On April 30
On April 30, the global jazz community will celebrate International Jazz Day with an expert panel and a global concert featuring pianist Lang Lang, bassist Marcus Miller and more.