Concerts

Jymie Merritt.

Jymie Merritt: The Beat Goes Deep

The Philadelphia bassist, soon to be 90, played with Blakey, Morgan and Roach. But in all that, he also developed his own rhythmic and harmonic concept. Appropriately, it's called Forerunner.
Tiny Desk Concert with PWR BTTM.

PWR BTTM: Tiny Desk Concert

by Bob Boilen

The queer, glammy, wildly dressed duo has a keen sense of mischief and a gift for honest, punk-infused, tongue-in-cheek pop gems. Watch PWR BTTM perform four songs in the NPR Music offices.
Tiny Desk Concert with Ane Bun.

Ane Brun: Tiny Desk Concert

by Tom Huizenga

The Norwegian singer-songwriter isn't afraid to face her demons. Watch Brun play three new songs, each of which speaks to newfound freedom and fresh opportunities.
Ibrahim Maalouf.

Ibrahim Maalouf Plays Umm Kulthum

Born in Lebanon and raised in France, trained in both Western classical and traditional Arabic music, the trumpeter has always bridged worlds. He puts a jazz spin on the Arab world's most famous star.
Tiny Desk Concert with Anthony Hamilton.

Anthony Hamilton: Tiny Desk Concert

by Bobby Carter

The soul star, his backup singers in The Hamiltones, and his band visit the NPR Music offices to perform "Amen," followed by three songs that have defined his career.