The Learning Curve Of Lil Nas X
Lil Nas X is breaking Billboard records and barriers through his music — the pop-rap star joins All Things Considered to discuss his debut album Montero.
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'Fresh Air' Remembers George Wein, Founder Of The Newport Jazz Festival
The pioneering music impresario, who created the Newport Jazz Festival in 1954 and the Newport Folk Festival in 1959, died Sept. 13. Originally broadcast in 2003.
On 'A Southern Gothic,' Adia Victoria Reckons With Her Relationship To The South
On A Southern Gothic, her third full-length album, Adia Victoria emerges as a songwriter capable of nuance and atmosphere.
Love Tractor, 'I Broke My Saw (Long Version Mitch Easter Mix)'
A new reissue uncovers Mitch Easter's original mix for Love Tractor's most popular song. The jangly rock band was featured in the Athens, Ga.: Inside/Out documentary.
Patrick Shiroishi, 'To Kill A Wind-Up Bird'
"To Kill A Wind-Up Bird," off of multi-instrumentalist and composer Patrick Shiroishi's upcoming solo album Hidemi, layers saxophone and woodwinds in a frantic, yet controlled splatter.
Bach, 'Brandenburg Concerto No. 5, I. Allegro' (Akademie Für Alte Musik Berlin)
Still a crowd-pleaser after 300 years.
Diamante Eléctrico: Tiny Desk (Home) Concert
The Colombian indie rock band performs a colorful and funky four-song set from their home country's capital, Bogotá.
Why We're So Excited About J Balvin's 'El Tiny' Concert
An NPR series for Hispanic Heritage Month kicks off with a video from the Colombian reggaeton star. Here's why we think you'll love it, too.
Reba McEntire Is Rescued By Emergency Workers After A Staircase Collapsed
McEntire and members of her team were checking out a historical building in Atoka, Okla. They got trapped inside after its staircase collapsed and had to be rescued.
José González Returns With 'Local Valley'
The singer-songwriter, renowned for his hushed work, looked to his surroundings for inspiration on his new album, Local Valley.