Lin-Manuel Miranda On 'Mary Poppins Returns' And Writing His Way Onstage
Though best-known for his auteur work, the mastermind of Hamilton and In the Heights says it was his dream to be offered a part in someone else's musical.
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Swahili Speakers Debate Disney's Trademark of 'Hakuna Matata' For T-Shirts
The song title from the film The Lion King has been trademarked by Disney since 2003. In recent weeks, Africa media has launched a discussion on whether that's cultural appropriation.
'Music Is Anything': Jeff Tweedy Shares Stories From His New Memoir
A chat with the Wilco frontman on complicated relationships with bandmates, his struggle to kick addiction and conversations with his wife on how much of his life to commit to paper.
Bruce Springsteen: On Jersey, Masculinity And Wishing To Be His Stage Persona
Springsteen's one-man show closes on Broadway Saturday, then begins streaming on Netflix. He spoke to Fresh Air in 2016, admitting: "People see you onstage and, yeah, I'd want to be that guy."
Harold López-Nussa Trio: Tiny Desk Concert
Cuban pianist Harold López-Nussa, along with his brother Ruy on drums and bassist Gaston Joya, deliver a set of danceable jazz explorations rooted in Afro-Cuban musical traditions to the Tiny Desk.
The Dove & The Wolf Bring Playful Mayhem In 'Queens' Video
With their sense of place in constant flux, Paloma Gil and Lou Hayat rely on colorful, comforting worlds to stay grounded.
Sole Of A Band 2018: A Year In Shoes And Music
Music and fashion have always been closely connected. Whether an artist chooses a tough-looking shoe or a glittery one is often a reflection of the sound that goes with them.
Nancy Wilson, Legendary Vocalist And NPR 'Jazz Profiles' Host, Dies At 81
Wilson, who won three Grammy awards and recorded more than 60 albums, died at her California home Thursday after a long illness. From 1996-2005, she hosted NPR's documentary series Jazz Profiles.
Holiday DJ Advice From Stretch And Bobbito
Stretch Armstrong and Bobbito Garcia don't DJ holiday parties anymore, but they do have some suggestions on what you could put on your party playlist.
Poll Results: All Songs Considered Listeners' 100 Favorite Albums Of 2018
See which albums and EPs fellow NPR music fans loved the most this year, from Janelle Monáe's Dirty Computer to Kids See Ghosts, Pusha-T, Father John Misty, Lucy Dacus and more.