Jazz guitarist Pat Martino, a virtuoso twice over, dies at 77
The lauded guitarist's career spanned nearly six decades, beginning with an auspicious education in Pennsylvania from a teacher of John Coltrane.
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mastroKristo, 'A Ritual'
If you're one of the bleary-eyed millions who find falling asleep at night challenging, listen up.
NPR series 'The Formula' explores hip-hop's spirit of collaboration
NPR's Ari Shapiro talks with Rodney Carmichael, who is the host of the NPR series The Formula. The show looks at the collaborative relationship between hip-hip artists and their producers.
Amythyst Kiah's 'Wary + Strange' is an unusual combination
Kiah talks music and history with Nashville correspondent Jessie Scott, exploring how she crafts lyrics from both lived and observed experiences.
Jana Horn, 'Jordan'
The Austin-based folk artist offers a glimpse of her upcoming album, Optimism.
Macie Stewart, 'Finally'
One-half of the Chicago rock band Ohmme finally steps into the solo spotlight.
Buffalo Nichols, 'Another Man'
Blues singer and guitarist Buffalo Nichols brings a mid-twentieth century field holler into the 21st century.
Don't, 'Echolocation'
The chattering of pipistrelle and horseshoe bats in "Echolocation" will leave you with a new perspective on what's around you.
Jake Xerxes Fussell, 'Love Farewell'
"Love Farewell'' is a heartbreaking song of love during war time that Jake Xerxes Fussell reinterprets and refreshes masterfully, over a haunting pedal steel.