3 Afro Dominicana Writers Reflect On Their Truths
Music and identity dominates a wide-ranging conversation with writers Elizabeth Acevedo, Amanda Alcantara and Danyeli Rodriguez del Orbe.
Music & Culture
News Brief: Hong Kong Protests, China Tariffs, Placido Domingo
Mainland China seems to be ramping up efforts against Hong Kong protesters. The U.S. is delaying some new tariffs against China. One of opera's most popular stars faces sexual misconduct allegations.
Slingshot: 10 Nashville Artists To Add To Your Playlists
There's way more to Nashville than BBQ, cowboys and boots. Check out this list of 10 artists that should be on your radar.
LA Opera To Investigate Plácido Domingo After Sexual Harassment Report
The women — eight singers and a dancer — told The Associated Press that the opera titan tried to pressure them into sexual relationships by offering them jobs.
How A Skateboard Accident Changed The Shape Of Beirut's Latest Record
Band leader Zach Condon explains how a simple skateboard trick resulted in a new recording location and different set of songs on Gallipoli.
Hear The Highwomen's New Statement Song, 'Highwomen'
In reimagining The Highwaymen's outlaw "Highwayman" song, the Highwomen become revolutionaries, with assistance from Yola and Sheryl Crow.
Mexican Folk-Fusion Artist Lila Downs On The Soundscape Of Home
Downs' latest album examines heritage and home with a culinary twist.
Viking's Choice: Big Feelings-Metal, Japanese Jazz, Easygoing Psych
Stream a playlist of metal, free jazz, hardcore, emo, psych and weirdo-pop to upset your stomach, but in a good way.
ALA.NI's 'SHA LA LA' Prioritizes Falling In Love With Yourself
The London-born singer turns to herself as a source of power after heartbreak in her latest music video.
Traditional Mexican Folk Ballad Helps El Paso Mourn
After the mass shooting in El Paso, Texas, that claimed 22 lives, many residents mourned through music. Singer-songwriter Josue Rodriguez helped his community cope by writing a corrido.