'Revenge Of The She-Punks' Sets Out To Rectify A Gender Imbalance
In a new book, punk scholar Vivien Goldman traces the formation, rise and global reach of punk rock — demonstrating women's central place within it.
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Foals Makes Changes In Pursuit Of Ultimate Creative Freedom
The members of Foals produced the last two albums themselves. The British band left its lead singer alone to finish lyrics in a dark studio in South London.
Ani DiFranco Relives Her Indie Rock Rise: 'I Wanted A Different Kind Of Power'
After spending decades as a musician with her own label, Ani DiFranco reflects on how it all got started in her new memoir, No Walls and the Recurring Dream.
New Mix: Faye Webster, Khiis, The Quiet Temple, mxmtoon, More
This week's All Songs Considered explores the more drastic ends of the song spectrum, from cotton-candy pop to raging punk sung in Farsi.
Vote For Your Favorite Animal Friend Of The 2019 Tiny Desk Contest
From howling dogs to purring cats, the Tiny Desk Contest team has heard it all. Now we're asking you: Who's your favorite pet from this year's entries?
Brooks & Dunn's Excellent Adventure
In the '90s, Brooks & Dunn helped to broaden country music's audience with its embrace of a wide range of sounds and on-stage spectacle. 25 years later, their influence is everywhere in Nashville.
Lolita De Sola On Making Music Amid Venezuela's Political Crisis
A recent performer at the 2019 SXSW Music Festival, emerging artist Lolita De Sola opens up about the circumstances there and how the situation has influenced her music.
With A Big Pop Sound And Sticky Turn Of Phrases, The Beths Are Taking Over
Last year, The Beths released its full-length debut, Future Me Hates Me. Future you will not regret hearing this session.
Preserving The House Of A Pioneering Musician — Who We Will Never Hear
New Orleans has a fairly spotty track record when it comes to preserving cultural landmarks, but Buddy Bolden's blighted former residence may avoid being lost to time, as he nearly was.
Thou: Tiny Desk Concert
This is probably the quietest you'll ever hear the first metal band to play the Tiny Desk.