'Born In The U.S.A.' at 40
With the Fourth of July week here, we look at an album all about the messy, complicated and wonderful culture of America: Bruce Springsteen's Born in the U.S.A., which recently turned 40 years old.
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The nearly forgotten story of the 'Born in the U.S.A.' remixes
In 1984, on the cusp of superstardom, Bruce Springsteen agreed to let a producer rework three songs from his upcoming album, Born in the U.S.A. 40 years later, those remixes have nearly vanished.
Tiny Desk Premiere: Silvia Pérez Cruz
The Spanish singer performs her brilliantly distinct songs at the Tiny Desk.
It's been 65 years since Dave Brubeck shook up the jazz world with 'Take Five'
One of the biggest jazz singles of all time, "Take Five" by the Dave Brubeck Quartet, was recorded 65 years ago today. Brubeck's son is sharing his father's archive online.
Finnish conductor Klaus Mäkelä thrills both in person and on recording
The 28-year-old conductor has been making news lately — getting rave reviews for renditions of Stravinsky and Debussy, and also for being the music director of more than one major orchestra.
This summer's music charts are dominated by pop girl underdogs
We look at the songs from fresh, female artists that are making this summer's best bops.
Camila Cabello celebrates her Miami roots on 'C,XOXO'
NPR's Scott Detrow speaks with singer Camila Cabello about her new album, "C,XOXO."
Imagine Dragons lead singer Dan Reynolds on their new album 'Loom'
NPR's Danielle Kurtzleben speaks with Imagine Dragons lead singer Dan Reynolds about his life, faith, and the inspiration behind his band's new album, "Loom."
Megan Thee Stallion and Omar Apollo lead the pack in a busy week of new music
NPR Music's Anamaria Sayre and Stephen Thompson round up the week's newest music, from artists like Megan Thee Stallion, Omar Apollo and more.
This week’s Billboard charts indicate lagging sales and streams in the album sector
The Billboard albums chart is showing signs of a summer slump, as even the biggest records experience dips.