Alt.Latino Playlist: From Up North To Down South
Preservation Hall Jazz Band pays tribute to the music of Cuba, Residente releases some insurgent reggaeton and Winnipeg's Mariachi Ghost delves into Latin soul.
New Music
NPR Music's Top 10 Albums Of July
In the sweaty month of July, we turned to Cuco's Para Mí, Burna Boy's African Giant and J. Cole's homie-gathering compilation Revenge of the Dreamers III.
The Thistle & Shamrock: More New Summer Sounds
This week's The Thistle & Shamrock features new music from both sides of the pond featuring Skipinnish, Suzy Bogguss and a brand new release of a 1982 Dick Gaughan recording.
NPR Music's Top 20 Songs Of July
In July, The Highwomen offered a mission statement singalong, Chance the Rapper spit brotherly love and Rosalía reminded us why she deserves to be named this summer's MVP.
'Wanna Be Mine?': K.Flay Extends An Open Invitation Of Sisterhood With 'Solutions'
NPR's Audie Cornish talks with singer-songwriter K.Flay about her song "Sister," her latest album Solutions, and redefining sibling relationships.
Childish Gambino Covers Chris Gaines' 'Lost In You'
Donald Glover, never one to shy away from making the Internet happy, offers a heartfelt version of the sappy love ballad by Garth Brooks' alter-ego.
Angel Olsen Announces 'All Mirrors,' Shares Title Track
Out Oct. 4, the singer-songwriter's new album features a 14-piece orchestra. If All Mirrors' first single is any indication, it'll be a massive, sweeping, intense ride.
Cuco Redefines The Role Of A Teen Idol With 'Para Mí'
Para Mí, the debut album from self-identified Chicano singer Cuco, masterfully layers his signature dream pop sound with instrumental abilities and Chicano influences.
Heavy Rotation: 10 Songs Public Radio Can't Stop Playing
There are some new-comers on the music scene, and our NPR Music member stations have curated a list of some highlights for your playlists.
Residente And Bad Bunny, Fresh From Demonstrations, Celebrate With A New Single
Residente, the former Calle 13 frontman, withheld a single from upcoming album until the Puerto Rican governor resigned. That time has come and gone, and here we are.