J Balvin Talks 'Mi Gente' And Spanish-Language Pop's Summer Of Mega Success
Vocalist J Balvin discusses the success of his new single and the fact that Spanish language pop is dominating streaming services and YouTube.
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Hear Pinkshinyultrablast's Swoon-Worthy 'Find Your Saint'
After slimming down to a trio, the dreamy Russian shoegaze band is putting the finishing touches on its third album in three years.
Songs We Love: Julien Baker, 'Appointments'
Hear the first song from the songwriter's sophomore album, Turn Out The Lights, due Oct. 27.
In 'Good Booty,' Our Hot And Heavy Love Affair With Pop Music
Sex is such an inextricable part of pop music, it's easy to overlook, but NPR Music critic Ann Powers rectifies that in her new book, a portrait of America's obsession with sex as it manifests in pop.
Guest DJ Week: Courtney Barnett
The Australian singer and guitarist talks about the music she heard growing up in Sydney, her love of the bands Talking Heads, Wilco and more in this interview, originally recorded in 2015.
First Listen: EMA, 'Exile In The Outer Ring'
One of indie rock's most creative thinkers confronts the marginal world where rural red meets urban blue.
First Listen: The Cadillac Three, 'Legacy'
For this Nashville-based power trio, it's all about hitting the sweet spot between leanness and brawn, swagger and craft.
First Listen: Lilly Hiatt, 'Trinity Lane'
In this Nashville songwriter's hands, an examination of the wounds wrought by relationships is an occasion for exacting honesty.
A Greek Summer Hit Fills A Generation With Hope
Marina Satti's song "Mantissa" ("Seer") has resonated with a generation of young Greeks trying to stay optimistic after the country's debt crisis and austerity.
40 Years After His Death, Elvis Presley Still Draws Large Crowds
Elvis Presley died 40 years ago today in Memphis, Tenn. Tens of thousands of fans have gone to his Graceland home to commemorate the singer.