Heat Check: Spasmodic Raps And Fleeting Feels
This week's Heat Check playlist is dedicated to that warm, willowy sweet spot of summer denial. Stream new tracks by Jorja Smith, Brockhampton and Bakar.
Music & Culture
World Cafe Encore Week: Revisiting Studio Sessions Of 2019
Hear sessions with King Princess, Cage The Elephant, Rhiannon Giddens and Karl Denson.
The World Of Billie Holiday: A Turning The Tables Playlist
Jazz singer Dee Dee Bridgewater offers a playlist of Billie Holiday's greatest songs paired with versions performed by other artists.
Baby Rose Guides Us Through The Emotional Sludge Of Love
Baby Rose's smokey voice evokes a wisdom beyond her years. That's part of what sets the rising singer's debut album, To Myself, apart from the current R&B scene.
Tobe Nwigwe: Tiny Desk Concert
The Houston-based rapper's mindful words are like a life hack for anyone seeking guidance, with pleas to look past inherent hardships and evil and to stay focused on life's ultimate prizes.
World Cafe Nashville: A New Music Roundup
Stream seven new and recent releases from artists in the midst of the long haul.
Taylor McFerrin Steps In Front Of The Mic For 'Love's Last Chance'
Taylor McFerrin is known for his soulful electronic music. He didn't sing much on his debut album, but he's featuring his vocal talents in a new way on his sophomore LP.
My Signature Song: 'Are You Feelin' It?'
John Klinkle of Sierra Vista, Ariz., shares his "signature song": "Are You Feelin' It?" by Teddybears.
Jazzmeia Horn On 'Love And Liberation'
NPR's Lulu Garcia-Navarro speaks with jazz singer Jazzmeia Horn about her sophomore album Love and Liberation.
The Jonas Brothers Re-Capture The 'Magic Missing' By Putting Family First
The Jonas Brothers chat with NPR's Michel Martin about gaining fame young, taking time off and getting back together for the band's latest album, Happiness Begins.