Shelley FKA DRAM: Tiny Desk (Home) Concert
The artist formerly known as D.R.A.M. returns to the Tiny Desk with a new look, a vocally flawless performance, and the premiere of a brand new song.
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The Lost Recordings Of Hasaan Ibn Ali Reveal A Legend Just Getting Started
Nearly half of the Philadelphia-based pianist's recorded work had gone unheard for decades, until now.
Carsie Blanton's Open-Hearted Protest Album Is Equal Parts 'Love & Rage'
Blanton describes many of the songs on her new album as "anti-fascist anthems." Critic Ken Tucker says Love & Rage doesn't sound like typical protest music — which makes it all the more effective.
Dawn Richard Will Join NPR Music's Listening Party For 'Second Line'
Join us in an online listening party for Dawn Richard's Second Line. Hosted by WNXP's Jewly Hight, the event will feature a live conversation with Richard herself — along with Dawn's mom, Debbie.
Tiny Desk Meets AFROPUNK: ChocQuibTown
The Colombian hip-hop trio was part of a four-act showcase that highlighted outstanding Afro-Latin and Afro-Caribbean musicians.
Driessen's Latest Project Results From His Experiences Around The World
NPR's Lulu Garcia-Navarro speaks with musician Casey Driessen about his latest project Otherlands: A Global Music Exploration. Besides recordings, his project includes short films and essays.
Busting Myths And Building Resiliency: Esperanza Spalding Talks With Lara Downes
The self-described "athletically creative" bassist, vocalist and composer searches for origins and originality while writing an opera with jazz giant Wayne Shorter.
Digital Underground's Shock G, Legend Behind 'The Humpty Dance' Dead At 57
Shock G, the frontman for the hip-hop group Digital Underground, died yesterday at 57. He was best known for the song "The Humpty Dance," and helped launch the career of Tupac Shakur.
Shock G, Leader Of Hip-Hop's Digital Underground, Dies At 57
The rapper and producer who animated the Bay Area crew had a huge hit in 1990 with "The Humpty Dance," introduced the world to Tupac Shakur and was a foundational figure in West Coast hip-hop.
Tiny Desk Meets AFROPUNK: ChocQuibTown, NENNY, Luedji Luna, Calma Carmona
Tiny Desk kicks off AFROPUNK's "Black Spring" virtual festival with performances from four Afro-Latinx artists.