50 Years Young: How The Music Of 'Sesame Street' Keeps Up With The Times
Sesame Street team members Dr. Rosemarie Truglio and Bill Sherman discuss writing songs for the iconic show over the years.
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Bushwick Bill, Of Houston Rap Group Geto Boys, Dead At 52
The Houston-based dancer-turned-rapper, part of the successful trio Geto Boys, was one of the first to bring cinematically macabre imagery to rap lyricism.
Sesame Street: Tiny Desk Concert
Big Bird, Bert and Ernie, Elmo, Grover, Rosita, Count von Count, Abby Cadabby, Cookie Monster and other surprise guests gather at NPR's headquarters to celebrate 50 years of love, learning and joy.
For Avicii Collaborator, Finishing Posthumous Album 'Was Also A Grieving Process'
After Avicii died by suicide last year, a team of longtime music partners was tasked to wrap his album. When it came to manipulating his friend's work, producer Carl Falk had to ease into the process.
Carlos Santana Brings Hope, Courage And Joy To A World 'Infected With Fear'
The guitar legend recorded 49 songs in 10 days for his latest album, Africa Speaks.
Alone Together: Robyn's 'Dancing On My Own' Opens The Corners Of Community
The magic of Robyn's millennial anthem is its bait and switch: It's a fun, energetic dance song about being lonely and heartbroken. And yet, the minute you hear it, you instantly feel less alone.
Poll: Who's Your Favorite New Artist Of 2019 (So Far)?
Tell us your favorite new artist of the year so far. We'll share the top ten picks, along with some of our own favorites, on an upcoming episode of All Songs Considered.
First Listen: Baroness, 'Gold & Grey'
The hard rock outfit, after years of lineup changes, delivers an expansive, eclectic album to remind us of how limitless electric guitar music can be.
Into The Spotlight: Recognizing Broadway Musicians This Tony Awards Season
Musicals get Tony Awards. Scores get Tony Awards. Orchestrators get Tony Awards. But this year, a number of Broadway musicians are stepping out of the pit and onto the stage.
Wu-Tang Clan Set To Make History As First Hip-Hop Act To Headline Ryman Auditorium
Nashville's Ryman Auditorium, nicknamed "The Mother Church of Country Music," has never hosted a hip-hop show. After 125 years, Wu-Tang Clan will be the first rap act to headline at the venue.