Rock icon or a victim of exploitation? Examining Amy Winehouse's legacy
A just-released, fictionalized film looks at the life of British singer Amy Winehouse. The music and career of the real Amy Winehouse still fascinate.
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Sudanese musician Sinkane on his new album 'We Belong'
NPR's Tamara Keith speaks with Sudanese musician Ahmed Gallab, who performs as Sinkane, about his new album, "We Belong."
Cage the Elephant's Matt Shultz on 'Neon Pill', the band's new album
NPR's Scott Simon talks to Matt Shultz, frontman for the band Cage the Elephant, about reassessing one's reality and his band's new album, "Neon Pill".
Newly surfaced video shows apparent assault by Sean Combs like claims in settled case
On Friday, CNN published footage that appears to show the hip-hop mogul, also known as P. Diddy, physically assaulting his then-girlfriend, Cassie Ventura, in a Los Angeles hotel in 2016.
Brittany Howard makes acting debut as a pony with big dreams in 'Thelma the Unicorn'
Singer-songwriter Brittany Howard makes her voice acting debut in Thelma the Unicorn, a mini pony who longs to be a star, and her dream comes true when she disguises herself as a unicorn.
With 'Glorious,' Kate Hudson fulfills her lifelong dream of making music
The actress Kate Hudson had always wanted to write her own music, but she didn't have the courage until now. She talks with NPR's Ari Shapiro about her debut album, Glorious.
This wholesome banger from a group of Irish kids is the spark you need
A shot of pure joy to start off the weekend: a charming video of kids from Cork, Ireland, rapping about finding and following their creative voice.
Minor-league hockey team in Athens, Ga., is christened the Rock Lobsters
The name is a nod to the hometown B-52s, whose debut single shares the same name. The moniker will be accompanied by a logo of a lobster holding a hockey stick doubling as an electric guitar.
Billie Eilish finally remembers who she is
Speaking alongside brother/collaborator Finneas, Eilish says she discovered a new self-awareness on Hit Me Hard and Soft, after years of seeing herself through others' eyes.
Tiny Desk Premiere: The Staves
The Tiny Desk setting perfectly illuminates the power of The Staves' sisterly harmonies.