Music Moment: Cuco
The Mexican American musician Cuco released his new album last week, filled with nostalgic, psychedelic R&B tracks. Writer Nayeli Portillo shares their favorite songs from Fantasy Getaway.
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A rock climber takes the Tiny Desk Contest to new heights
Entries to the Tiny Desk Contest tend to be incredibly creative and fun — maybe none more so this year than an entry from the singer-songwriter Lillian Frances.
Flo Milli, 'Bed Time'
If you did not know already, let this serve as your reminder that Flo Milli is in her own lane.
For Kurt Vile, 'settling down' doesn't necessarily mean 'staying still'
The Philly rocker's latest album is titled (watch my moves) and he joins me to talk about the moves he's been making, who he's been working with and lots more.
How a Peruvian political scandal became the viral global hit 'Mi Bebito Fiu Fiu'
A musical sensation and a meme, the viral track "Mi Bebito Fiu Fiu" has a surprising origin story based on a Peruvian political scandal.
Jessie Ware, 'Free Yourself'
An effervescent, sequined nu-disco anthem that'll help you get your boogie on.
Music for a college classroom: A Texas school will soon offer a Harry Styles class
Texas State University professor Louie Dean Valencia spoke with NPR about the creation and aims of the class, which is capped at 20 students. He's one of many who hopes it will eventually reach more.
Texas State University is creating a class on pop star Harry Styles
Students will learn about the cultural and political development of the modern celebrity. That includes discussions of gender, sexuality and race.
Johnny Gandelsman, 'O'
Hear one of the intrepid violinist's 22 commissioned works, focusing on the harrowing year that was 2020.