Resistance Radio: Darkly Reimagining The '60s Sound
A conversation with musician/producer Danger Mouse (aka Brian Burton) about creating an album inspired by an alternative universe in which Germany and Japan win World War II.
Music Interviews
Caroline Spence On The Stories Behind Her Beautiful New Record 'Spades & Roses'
Caroline Spence explains the stories behind each song — concern for a friend, a hotel in Amarillo — of her beautiful sophomore record.
World Cafe Nashville: Nora Jane Struthers And Korby Lenker
When the two songwriters sat down to pen their new one, "Let's Just Have Supper," they found themselves in the spirit of invitation rather than agitation.
Even As A Musical Ambassador For The U.S., Randy Weston Has Always Played For Africa
"When I touch the piano, it becomes an African instrument," says the pianist and composer, who has been bridging cultures through music for some 60 years.
Meet Tank And The Bangas, Winner Of The 2017 Tiny Desk Contest
NPR's Ari Shapiro speaks with the crew of young New Orleanians who won over our panel of judges with with a bouncy, exuberant song called "Quick."
Introducing The Winner Of The 2017 Tiny Desk Contest
More than 6,000 entries later, we have our champion. Watch the joyous video that won over all 10 judges unanimously.
On Its Latest Album, Foxygen Keeps A California State Of Mind
The duo discusses its nonlinear approach to songwriting and arrangement, and how tales of Hollywood scandal and murder inspired its newest project, Hang.
Ibibio Sound Machine Blends Nigerian Pop And British Electronica
West African funk, disco, post-punk and electro-pop collide in the music of Ibibio Sound Machine. London-born Nigerian singer Eno Williams talks about the band's new album, Uyai.
Curtis McMurtry's New Album Can Make You Feel Like You're Eavesdropping
His grandfather is author Larry McMurtry, his father is songwriter James McMurtry. So it's no surprise Curtis McMurtry's songs are full of vivid characters. His new album is The Hornet's Nest.
Jazz On Film And The Problem Of The Mad Creative Genius
Jazz Night in America host Christian McBride reflects on how movies about his art form — including La La Land and a new Lee Morgan documentary — tend to paint the working jazz musician.