SXSW 2019: How The News Is Affecting Artists From Brazil And Venezuela
Some Latin artists at the SXSW Music Festival come from Brazil, Venezuela and other countries where speaking out can be dangerous.
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The Sex Scandals Shaking K-Pop And A Reckoning Over How South Korea Regards Women
Several K-pop stars have admitted to being involved in the practice of "spycamming" in Korea — secretly recording sexual acts without the partner's notice and posting those videos online.
New Music Friday: Our Top 5 Albums Out March 15
Karen O teams with Danger Mouse, Stephen Malkmus rushes the "acid frat," and The Cinematic Orchestra releases its first album in 12 years.
Hal Blaine, 'Most Recorded Drummer In History,' Dies At 90
The session musician's ubiquitous drums beat a path through rock history. As a member of the Wrecking Crew, Blaine can be heard backing everyone from Frank Sinatra to Neil Diamond and the Beach Boys.
2 Sides In Chicago Symphony Orchestra Strike To Meet On Friday
The musicians of the Chicago Symphony Orchestra are on strike. At issue are salary and pensions. The contract expired Sunday night.
Want To Play A Tiny Desk Concert? Enter The 2019 Tiny Desk Contest!
Submit a video of you or your band playing one original song behind a desk — any desk will do — and you could win a chance to play your own Tiny Desk concert and tour the country with NPR Music.
Stella Donnelly Takes On Rock's Patriarchy With Debut Album 'Beware Of The Dogs'
The indie rock up-and-comer from Perth, Australia, talks about her debut album, Beware of the Dogs.
'Quiet': A Global Anthem For Victims Of Sexual Harassment And Abuse
Artist MILCK talks about "Quiet," her song that became an anthem for women's groups around the world. (This piece initially aired Jan. 14, 2019 on All Things Considered).
Tank And The Bangas Announce New Album With 'Ants' Video Premiere
The 2017 Tiny Desk Contest winners are set to release their first major-label LP, Green Balloon, on May 3.
Still Tippin': Solange At Home In Houston
Days after Solange dropped her visual album When I Get Home, the artist/auteur doubled down on her love for Houston by hosting screenings of the album's companion art film all across the city.