Nuevofest 2019: The Smooth Grooves Of Los Rivera Destino
The band, whose members have collaborated with Bad Bunny, was one of the many musical highlights of Nuevofest.
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Tamino Embraces His Voice And A More Delicate Sound
Although his remarkable voice has been compared to Jeff Buckley's, the singer self-identifies more with Chris Cornell. Hear a live studio performance.
Alt.Latino Playlist: Fall Music To Match Any Mood
Riot Grrrl Chicana punk shares the mosh put with classic boleros and Latin jazz on this week's playlist.
T-Mart Rounders On Mountain Stage
Members of T-Mart Rounders perform at the Augusta Heritage Festival.
Never Washed Sweater Of Kurt Cobain To Be Sold At Auction
The mossy green sweater that Nirvana frontman Kurt Cobain wore for his famous MTV unplugged set is up for auction — again. Four years ago it sold for just under $114,000.
Blondie's Debbie Harry Releases Memoir: 'Face It'
NPR's Steve Inskeep talks to Debbie Harry, the iconic singer of Blondie, about her new memoir, Face It, which shows how her long-lasting music grew out of a specific place and time.
All Ears: Music That Maps A Personal History Of Place
The meaning of a place can change based on tiny shifts in perspective, by returning to a location after time away or by digging into the dirt underfoot. Can music bring these layers together?
The Fire This Time: Flying Lotus Seeks Rebirth After Mac Miller's Death
One inspiration behind Flamagra, the sixth album by the L.A. musician, was the wildfires in his hometown. It became another opportunity for the musician to reckon with ideas of death and rebirth.
Slingshot Scenes: North Texas' 20 Under 20
The North Texas music scene has always been known for its strength and versatility. But, as this list demonstrates, it's also got youth on its side.
The Thistle & Shamrock: Hometown Song
This week, we feature artists singing about their homelands and hometowns.