Grammy President Neil Portnow To Step Down In 2019
The executive caused a stir earlier this year for suggesting women needed to "step up" to be recognized in the music business.
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Kanye West Takes Rap To The Great Outdoors With 'ye'
Yeezy fans heard a new album from the Chicago rap star Thursday night, before it was released to streaming services early Friday morning.
Charley Crockett On World Cafe
Though he's had some ups and downs, Crockett has come out on the other side with a cowboy hat, some amazing songs and a hard-earned version of optimism that's nothing short of inspiring.
Watch Brandi Carlile Perform During Seattle's 'March For Our Lives'
The singer-songwriter, asked by student organizers to perform during the "March For Our Lives" in Seattle, says of the moment that "this is a generation I am in complete support of."
Read Phoebe Bridgers' Tour Diary, In Her Own Words
The 2018 Slingshot artist writes an NPR-exclusive chronicle of life on the road promoting 2017's Stranger in the Alps. The saga involves Whole Foods coffee, Harry Potter and forgotten lyrics.
New Music Friday: 6 Albums You Should Stream Now
The best new albums out on June 1 include Neko Case's Hell On, Father John Misty's emotional self-examination, Natalie Prass' funky synth workout, the Laura Marling-Mike Lindsay project LUMP and more.
Between The World And Black Thought
On the eve of his first solo release, Streams Of Thought, Vol. 1, The Roots' lead sheds light on his darkest inspiration and expanding vulnerability.
The 1975 Has A Message For Millennials: 'Give Yourself A Try'
The quippy first single from A Brief Inquiry Into Online Relationships, out in October, is for anyone flailing out there in the "adulting" era of your 20s.
Middle Kids On World Cafe
The trio is making waves, joining the likes of Tame Impala, Wolfmother and Courtney Barnett as top Australian rockers breaking big stateside.