Empress Of The Stage
How do we understand the music of the early 20th Century if we consider Bessie Smith — seriously — as an actress?
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New Music Friday: Our Top 7 Albums For August 9
Our list of the week's best albums includes spiky and inventive punk from The Regrettes, sweetly reflective folk from Fionn Regan, the return of Ra Ra Riot and more.
Saying Something 'That Is Us': The Villalobos Brothers Raise Their Voices
Ernesto, Luis and Alberto Villalobos took a detour from the classical music world to embrace the sounds of their childhood with the band's latest album, Somos.
Megan Thee Stallion's 'Hot Girl Summer' Ignites The Heat Of The Season
Megan Thee Stallion embodies the spirit of D'Usse-doused, warm weather debauchery with Nicki Minaj and Ty Dolla $ign.
Among Authors: Tiny Desk Concert
Among Authors' music isn't casual; there are songs within these songs, and they're not always catchy. They'll take you on a journey worth following.
Silver Jews' David Berman Dies At 52
The master lyricist and poet leaves behind a catalog of oblique indie rock that inspired a cult following.
Memos Lay Out Sexual Misconduct Allegations Against Opera Star David Daniels
University of Michigan memos obtained by NPR detail multiple, serious allegations, including an accusation that Daniels solicited students in exchange for money — a potentially criminal offense.
Ty Dolla $ign Pays Tribute To Mac Miller At The Tiny Desk
While Ty Dolla $ign visited NPR to record his own Tiny Desk concert, he also performed a special tribute to his friend, the late Mac Miller.
Jill Sobule On Mountain Stage
Hear Denver native Jill Sobule on the Mountain Stage, performing some of her most popular songs.
Susto Winks At The Notion Of Losing His Mind
Susto's Ever Since I Lost My Mind is as much about his dysfunctional family relationship as it is about his use of psychedelics.