Heat Check: Songs That Let It All Out
With new music from Wale, Swsh, Mahalia and more, these songs of catharsis are just what you need to disconnect.
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The Story Of José Feliciano's World Series Guitar
NPR's Michel Martin speaks to comedian Aasif Mandvi, host of the Lost at The Smithsonian podcast, about the history behind the guitar Jose Feliciano used to perform at the 1968 World Series.
Geek Out With 'Geddy Lee's Big Beautiful Book Of Bass'
The legendary Rush frontman and bassist has kept busy cataloging, photographing and writing about his collection of bass guitars.
FKA Twigs Is A Cosmic Navel-Gazer In 'Home With You' Video
FKA twigs' self-directed video for the quiet, spacious "home with you" takes us from the club to the serenity of home.
Rapper Danny Brown: 'I'm Taking Better Care Of Myself'
For years, the Detroit artist made a name for himself as a party boy rapping about drinking and drugs. But now he's grown up. He talked with NPR about mental health and his new album, uknowhatimsayin¿
Ginger Baker, Cream Drummer And Force Of Nature, Dies At 80
The 1960s rock icon, who was also an accomplished jazz musician and performed with Fela Kuti, died Sunday morning.
Radiohead's Ed O'Brien Emerges As EOB, Releases Beautifully Ambient 'Santa Teresa'
The immensely calming ambient work is from a long-rumored solo project, and was supposedly inspired by a trip to Brazil.
Nuevofest 2019: The Spellbinding Vocals And Harmonies Of STEFA*
Watch live performances of "Sepalina" and "Una Casita" recorded live at the day-long celebration of Latin American music.
Sufjan Stevens Shares Hushed Piano Instrumental 'IV'
It's the latest release from his forthcoming score to The Decalogue, the artist's latest collaboration with ballet choreographer Justin Peck.
Travis Scott's 'Highest In The Room' Doesn't Reach New Heights
Travis Scott has done a decent job shrouding his blatant co-opting of flows with gorgeous, synthy production. His latest single is no exception.