Music Interviews

Conductor Marin Alsop talks about the joys and challenges of leading an orchestra

1:30pm April 04, 2022

by Terry Gross

Alsop talks about the rejection she faced on the way to becoming the first woman to lead a major American orchestra, the Baltimore Symphony. She's now the subject of a new documentary, The Conductor.

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NPR interview highlights with 2022 Grammy nominees

5:02pm April 03, 2022

NPR has spoken to many of the musicians nominated for this year's Grammy Awards. NPR's Miles Parks listens back to some of the best moments.

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Camp Cope emerges reflective from pandemic with new album

5:08pm April 02, 2022

NPR's Miles Parks speaks with Georgia Maq, lead singer and guitarist of Camp Cope, about the band's new album Running with the Hurricane.

keshi steps into bolder territory with 'GABRIEL,' featuring songs about desire, homesickness, and loss of self.

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On his debut album 'GABRIEL,' keshi showcases a newfound confidence

1:43pm April 02, 2022

keshi's debut album, 'GABRIEL,' is a step in a new, bold direction for the Vietnamese American artist, and tells tales of homesickness, blurred identity, and a desire for touch.

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With 'Unlimited Love,' the Red Hot Chili Peppers continue evolving

5:05pm April 01, 2022

NPR's Ari Shapiro speaks with founding members of Red Hot Chili Peppers, Anthony Kiedis and Flea, about their new album, Unlimited Love.

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In their latest album, Parquet Courts remain hard to define

10:30am April 01, 2022

In Parquet Court's latest album, Sympathy For Life, The band brings in more synths, keyboards and dance than ever before.

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Yeasayer's Anand Wilder releases debut 'I Don't Know My Words'

9:29am March 27, 2022

by Ayesha Rascoe

NPR's Ayesha Rascoe speaks with Anand Wilder about his new album, "I Don't Know My Words."

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Cowboy Junkies' new album recalls their start by returning to cover songs

8:25am March 26, 2022

by Debbie Elliott

NPR's Debbie Elliott speaks to Margo and Michael Timmins of the band Cowboy Junkies about their new album, "Songs of the Recollection," and their tradition of covering other artists' songs.

With 'Humble Quest,' Maren Morris is closely following her compass

5:13am March 25, 2022

After a global dance hit, the country star returns from lockdown with an intimate new album — and a new son, who helped inspire it.

Fana Hues' sophomore project, flora + fana, is out March 25.

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On 'flora + fana,' Fana Hues creates an ecosystem of self-sufficiency

5:00am March 25, 2022

by DeAsia Paige

The R&B singer's new project comes after she was featured on Tyler, the Creator's last release. Across 11 tracks, she demonstrates her acute sense of compassion, even as she sings about heartbreak.