Allen Toussaint, New Orleans R&B Legend, Dies At 77
"He clearly believed that New Orleans had something to say to the world," says NPR contributor Gwen Thompkins. "And he was right."
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Artists Remember Allen Toussaint
As news has spread of the death of New Orleans pianist, producer and songwriter Allen Toussaint, artists and other luminaries have begun paying tribute to this musical legend on social media.
The Art Of The 'Clean Version'
When songs have profanity, sex or drug references removed for broadcast, it's a process known as clean editing — and it can get complicated. Priska Neely spoke with one of the masters of the form.
Early Christmas Ad Melts Millions Of Hearts Online
Telling the story of a young girl's attempts to connect with an old man she spots living on the moon, a Christmas ad from British retailer John Lewis has sparked tears, views, and a bit of criticism.
Remembering Harold Arlen, The Mystery Man Behind 'Over The Rainbow'
Arlen had major hits, won an Oscar and was called "the most original of all of us" by none other than George Gershwin, but he never became a household name.
The Day Dylan Got It Right
"Like a Rolling Stone" is a classic today, but it flummoxed a young Bob Dylan in the studio. Newly released outtakes reveal where the song started and how it dramatically transformed.
The Techno Feminists Next Door
The three founders of the Brooklyn-based all-female DJ collective Discwoman are chipping away at club culture's bro problem.
Watch: 'Hotline Bling' Reaches A New (Odd) Apex In Video Mashup
In the past week, a video for Drake's song "Hotline Bling" has inspired both memes and jokes. A new entry has its roots in a fictional Australian high school with a gung-ho drama teacher.
The Rise Of Songwriter Conor O'Brien, An Accidental Advocate
O'Brien's latest album as Villagers, Darling Arithmetic, came just as his native Ireland was preparing to make a historic vote on marriage equality.
Drake's 'Hotline Bling' Aims At No. 1, And Misses. Why?
Drake's disappointment might serve as a cautionary tale to artists: Pick your streaming platform wisely.