M. Ward Surprise-Releases New Album: Hear 'What A Wonderful Industry'
M. Ward opens up his diary in a 35-minute album about the "cold-blooded and warm-blooded animals" he's met in the music industry.
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New Music Friday For June 8: Six Albums You Should Hear Now
The best albums of June 8 include the candid, introspective rock of Snail Mail, the jazzy, laid-back R&B of British singer Jorja Smith, the sultry pop of Lykke Li, and more.
Winston-Salem Rap Duo Speak N’ Eye Releases New Album "Cypher At The Gates of Dawn"
Winston-Salem rap duo Speak N' Eye started performing together back in 2010.
MILCK: Tiny Desk Concert
The one-woman riot who made headlines during the inaugural Women's March On Washington visits the Tiny Desk.
Goat Yoga Helps Brent Cowles Be 'Okay Alone'
All musicians have their own ways to prepare for performances. Colorado-bred singer Brent Cowles chose to work on his core with some baby goats before performing his single "How To Be Okay Alone."
Jalal Mansur Nuriddin: Bidding Farewell To The Schoolyard Bard
The writer dream hampton recalls how The Last Poets' music, and Jalal Mansur Nuriddin's work in particular, interwove with the lives that surrounded her as a child, in a disappearing Detroit.
Interpol Announce New Album, Share 'The Rover'
It's called Marauder, it's out August 24, and the first single is called "The Rover." But if you need to know more, there's also an elaborate media event, available for live-streaming.
Ella Fitzgerald And Louis Armstrong Go 'Cheek To Cheek' On A New 4-Disc Set
Fitzgerald's warm, yet ultra-cool voice was at the opposite pole of jazz singing from Armstrong's gravelly growl. There's absolutely no reason their voices should blend so effortlessly — but they do.
The Cast Of 'The Band's Visit' On What Makes The Broadway Smash Relatable
The first Broadway show to grace NPR's Tiny Desk Concert series, The Band's Visit is nominated for 11 Tony Awards. Stars Tony Shalhoub and Katrina Lenk sat down with Ari Shapiro after the performance.
First Listen: Welles, 'Red Trees And White Trashes'
At only 23, Wells is already writing hooks that any of his rock and roll heroes would envy.