Crowded House Reunites On 'Dreamers Are Waiting'
In this episode of World Cafe, we talk to Neil Finn of Crowded House about its new album and playing music with his sons.
Music Interviews
With 'Mother Nature,' Angelique Kidjo Passes The Torch To Young African Musicians
The new album from singer Angélique Kidjo, Mother Nature, is a showcase of collaborations with up-and-coming artists from across Africa, including Nigerian star Burna Boy.
One Woman Band Joan Armatrading Releases 22nd Album
Lulu Garcia-Navarro speaks with Joan Armatrading about her 22nd album, Consequences.
In New York City, A Juneteenth Event Examines The Meaning Of Freedom
Lincoln Center observes Juneteenth, now a federal holiday, with "I Dream a Dream That Dreams Back at Me," an ambulatory experience conceived by Carl Hancock Rux.
You Have To Fight For The Vision: Wynton Marsalis Talks With Lara Downes
The musical polymath offers ideas on everything from Russian satellites and hip-hop, to Bach and football, and how they shape the musical education of America.
Reflections On Connections: Marin Alsop Bids Farewell To Baltimore
The groundbreaking conductor — the first woman to lead a major American Orchestra — reflects on 14 years as music director of the Baltimore Symphony.
Jazz Elder Statesman Anthony Braxton Continues To Defy Expectations
Maverick jazz composer Anthony Braxton was set to spend his 75th birthday performing at events around the world, but then... well, you know. He has two new boxed sets out this month.
Celebrating Juneteenth And Black Music Month With Classical Classics
As part of an ongoing series, NPR's Rachel Martin talks to pianist Lara Downes about classical recordings of "Lift Every Voice" and "A Change Is Gonna Come," to mark Black Music Month and Juneteenth.
Encore: Compilation Of Old Tunes Is 'An Alternate History Of The World's Music'
NPR's Ari Shapiro looks back on his talk with Jonathan Ward on his 100-track compilation of early recordings from around the world called Excavated Shellac: An Alternate History of the World's Music.
Cher Strauberry, The First Trans Woman In Pro Skating, Releases Her Debut Punk Album
Scott Detrow speaks to Cher Strauberry about her debut album, "Chering is Caring" and about the challenges of coming out as the first trans woman in the world of professional skateboarding.