'Alt.Latino' Summer Suggestions
NPR's Alt.Latino music podcast shares suggestions for summer listening.
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'Two Wings: The Music Of Black America In Migration' Celebrates Journey Millions Took
Singer Alicia Hall Moran and pianist Jason Moran mix original music works with 20th century spoken word to reflect on The Great Migration, when African Americans moved from the South to the North.
This 'Greatest Hits' Album Is Real. Its Artist Is Fiction
Laura Barnett wrote a novel about an aging singer-songwriter sizing up her life in 16 tracks. Then she approached musician Kathryn Williams, who created the book's original soundtrack.
Rodrigo y Gabriela Spin The Songs Behind Their Wild Sound
The Mexican guitar duo talk share songs by Nina Simone, Caifanes and Rage Against the Machine and discuss the role of the guitar in rock.
The 5 Best Latin Alternative Songs Of 2019 (So Far)
We're nearly halfway through 2019 and have already been musically blessed with so many joyous sounds.
The O'Jays Want The World To Catch Up To The Love Train
The O'Jays founding members Eddie Levert and Walter Williams explain why "Love Train" is still relevant today.
ECM At Big Ears: A Boundless Label Meets A Broadminded Festival
We head to the Big Ears Festival in Knoxville for the 50th anniversary of ECM Records. Hear three riveting performances by Carla Bley, Avishai Cohen and Nik Bärtsch's Ronin.
Featuring Alessia Cara, 'Querer Mejor' Is Classic Juanes
Alessia Cara makes her Spanish-language debut with the Colombian pop star.
New Music Friday: Our Top 7 Albums Out On May 24
The best new albums out this week include a stirring call for social justice from soul and gospel legend Mavis Staples, rapper YG's remembrance of Nipsey Hussle, lo-fi rock veterans Sebadoh and more.
Ed Sheeran's 'Cross Me' Links Up With Chance The Rapper
As the guest-heavy No. 6 Collaborations Project approaches, we ask: Is Ed Sheeran coming for DJ Khaled's throne?