Wade In The Water Ep. 24: The Story Of The California Gospel Movement
The migration and effects of geographical considerations on the sound, as African Americans moved west to Texas, Louisiana and California.
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Alt.Latino Playlist: Mid-Summer Slow Jams And A Father's Day Card Lost In The Mail
Cuco announces his new album, Para Mi, with some "Feelings" and Bad Bunny sings a bolero (under his birth name) for fathers.
Following A Fiery Controversy, Legal Issues Mount For Universal Music
After a New York Times investigation was published last week, "dozens" of artists and estates are contemplating filing suits. UMG's head has pledged "transparency" — 11 years after the fire.
Marissa Nadler Lends Out Her Trademark Haunting Vocals
Singer-songwriter Marissa Nadler has been making old school country with a twist since 2004, but that twist has turned in many directions since then.
Sharon Van Etten Shares New Video For 'No One's Easy To Love'
The video finds the singer-songwriter wandering the streets alone in an empty city as she reflects on the universal fallibility of humans.
Spoon Releases New Song, 'No Bullets Spent'
The new track, the band's first since 2017, comes ahead of a best-of collection due out July 26 on Matador Records.
The Thistle & Shamrock: New Releases And Debuts
Be the first to hear some of the latest picks from Fiona Ritchie on this episode of The Thistle & Shamrock.
Cassette Crews & Cosmic Cohorts: Seattle's Emerging Labels And Collectives
The city's labels and local collaboratives are catching the attention of the entire music community. Each has a unique sound and style that's captivated listeners.
After Years Of Hit-Making For Others, Mark Ronson Puts His Feelings First
On Late Night Feelings, Mark Ronson tapped into the melancholy side of disco, pop and country for what he calls "sad bangers." The super-producer spoke with NPR's Audie Cornish about making the album.
Orville Peck Is Making A Very Different Kind Of Country Music
The man behind the mask is incredibly forthright in discussing his persona, the pastiche of influences on his music and the response he's received as a queer country musician.