What Is Poppy?
Poppy is an Internet phenom, known for her strange YouTube videos and her Japan-inspired bubblegum pop. She and her director, Titanic Sinclair, talk with Scott Simon about who, or what, Poppy is.
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The Vast, Versatile Range Of Cécile McLorin Salvant
One of the most distinctive singers and songwriters in jazz, Salvant brings a modern perspective to old songs on her latest record, Dreams and Daggers.
Road Trip: Alt.Latino Attends The Latin Grammys In Las Vegas
Alt.Latino makes the trek to Las Vegas to cover the Latin Grammys! Join us for a visit to the Red Carpet!
It's Time To Say Thnks Fr Th Mmrs To Vans Warped Tour
On Wednesday, founder Kevin Lyman announced the tour is ending after 23 years. After helping launch bands like No Doubt, Sublime and countless others, next summer will be the last cross-country tour.
How Grover Washington Jr. Defined And Transcended 'Smooth Jazz'
In this radio episode, Jazz Night in America takes you to a tribute concert honoring the late musician, whose soulful sound was more than just "smooth."
David Crosby On World Cafe
On the occasion of his new album, Sky Trails, the legendary singer-songwriter pops in to tell funny stories from across his long career.
Sharon Jones & The Dap-Kings' 'Soul Of A Woman' Is A Testament To Fortitude
Throughout their career together, Jones and her band gave listeners something to feel with every recording and every performance. That's still true on their final album.
T-Pain Emerges From Emotional 'Oblivion' With New Album
The Tallahassee rapper/singer drops his first full-length album in six years.
Vince Staples Believes He Deserves All The Grammys, But He Isn't Holding His Breath
The acclaimed rapper argues that the music he makes could fit into hip-hop, electronic or alternative categories at the annual awards, if only the Academy could see past its biases.
Forebears: Maybelle Carter, The Mother Of Popular Country Music
Known as "Mother Maybelle," Carter had a unique style of playing that helped determine the role of guitar in modern country music. Johnny Cash called her "the greatest star I've ever known."