Rapping Less And Making GIFs More: The Week In 'Hotline Bling'
NPR Music contributor Erika Ramirez charts the viral ascent of Drake's new music video — and some of the conversations flourishing in the background.
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Rock And Roll Hall Of Fame 2016: The Only System We've Got
The musicians on the latest shortlist for admission to the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame tell us a lot about the priorities of the recently revamped nominating committee.
'Big Pimpin' Is No Longer Big Litigatin': Suit Against Jay Z Dismissed
A judge dismissed a copyright infringement lawsuit brought against Jay Z and Timbaland over their 1999 hit, "Big Pimpin'." The judge ruled that there was no standing to pursue the claim.
VIDEO: 'Watch Me Whip,' Says House Decked Out For Halloween
For several years, the owners of a Maryland house have synchronized lights to music, from Halloween favorites like Michael Jackson's "Thriller" to more recent hits.
What Happens When The Price Of Free Goes Up? YouTube's About To Find Out
YouTube has long suggested it may try to charge for its content. The new subscription service "Red" hopes to lure users with exclusive content from top stars, offline access to music and other perks.
With 'Stereotypes,' A Duo Raised On Hip-Hop And Classical Has It Both Ways
As Black Violin, Kevin Sylvester and Wilner Baptiste say they're merely demonstrating what two music styles with traditionally disparate audiences have in common.
Bob Boilen's Top 10 Discoveries From The 2015 CMJ Music Marathon
The All Songs Considered host saw more than 60 bands at the annual New York City music festival. Here are 10 that rose above the fray.
Shall I Compare Thee To An Algorithm? Turing Test Gets A Creative Twist
Can a computer program craft passable prose — something readers can't distinguish from human-authored stuff? How about poetry, or dance mixes? New contests pose those challenges.
As China Cracks Down On Cultural Fringe, Indie Rock Finds A Home In Beijing
U.S. economist Michael Pettis, an expert on China's economy and professor at Beijing University, is also a key figure nurturing a distinct American sound in Beijing's avant-garde music scene.
Fan Returns Items Stolen From Patti Smith Over 30 Years Ago
Musician Patti Smith received a surprising gift Thursday. While at a reading of her new memoir, a fan stood up, holding a bag of items stolen from Smith over 30 years ago.