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Lizzo Serves Up Some Fresh-Pressed, '80s-Inspired 'Juice'

2:35pm January 04, 2019

by Joshua Bote

In her latest video, Lizzo takes cues from assorted bits of nostalgia — Jane Fonda workout tapes, Coming to America, QVC infomercials — and shades them with her singular, life-affirming zeal.

This week's episode of The Thistle & Shamrock features music by Altan.

Music & Culture

The Thistle & Shamrock: Here We Go 2019!

5:06pm December 31, 2018

Celebrate the dawn of the New Year with host Fiona Ritchie and the music of Bachue, Altan, Cathie Ryan and Eddi Reader.

Music & Culture

Liz McComb Explores The Holiday Season In Latest Album

8:01am December 23, 2018

"Merry Christmas" showcases classic songs and McComb's powerful voice. She tells NPR's Lulu Garcia-Navarro about growing up singing and about Christmas at home in France.

Lin-Manuel Miranda, Barack Obama Collaborate On Gospel Version Of 'Hamilton' Song

8:01am December 22, 2018

by Scott Simon

Barack Obama appears on the new song, "One Last Time (44 Remix)." Originally from the Broadway hit "Hamilton," Lin-Manuel Miranda reworked the number and included the former president.

Just a little of our year's worth of listening.

Music & Culture

Our Listeners Speak Up: Your Best Of 2018

3:54pm December 21, 2018

Alt.Latino reviews some of the best 2018 music recommendations from listeners — and welcomes back a dear friend.

Former U.S. President Barack Obama guests on the latest Hamilton remix.

Music & Culture

Barack Obama Brings Lin-Manuel Miranda's 'Hamildrops' Series Full Circle

11:36am December 21, 2018

by Daoud Tyler-Ameen

In a remix featuring Christopher Jackson and BeBe Winans, Obama channels the viral "Yes We Can" video from the 2008 campaign that inspired Hamilton's "One Last Time" in the first place.

Lucy Dacus' sophomore album, Historian, tops the list of Bob Boilen's favorite albums in 2018.

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Bob Boilen's Top Albums And Songs Of 2018

9:39am December 20, 2018

by Bob Boilen

All Songs Considered host Bob Boilen shares the albums and songs that stood out even if some were more peaceful than explosive.

This week's episode of The Thistle & Shamrock features music by Pierre Bensusan.

Music & Culture

The Thistle & Shamrock: Gifts

11:57am December 19, 2018

Take some time over the holidays to allow the spirit of the season to wash over you with artists Cherish the Ladies, Ye Vagabonds and Pierre Bensusan.

This week's playlist features music by Bad Bunny.

Music & Culture

Las Luces: Our Favorite Latin Songs This Week

11:53am December 19, 2018

This week's playlist features everything from Afro-Caribbean beats from ÌFÉ to Anuel AA & Haze's Latin trap to a statement against domestic violence from Bad Bunny.

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Interns' Choice: Our Favorite Music Of 2018

8:02am December 15, 2018

A rundown of the NPR Music interns' year-end highlights, from Camila Cabello to Juana Molina, Raquel Sofia and Hundred Waters.