What Makes A Great Album Last?
Do your top ten lists stand the test of time? Hosts Bob Boilen and Robin Hilton are joined by NPR Music's Marissa Lorusso and Stephen Thompson to talk about why some records age better than others.
Music & Culture
Film Documents 'Real' Mayberry: Mount Airy, North Carolina
A documentary screening in Winston-Salem on Tuesday tells the story of Mount Airy, North Carolina.
After 'Waves Of Sad-Joy,' Red River Dialect's 'Kukkuripa' Radiates Light
There's always been a hint of sorrow to Red River Dialect, but in the first single from Broken Stay Open Sky, the British folk-rock band is almost rhapsodic.
Soul Man Don Bryant Adds A Little Memphis Spirit To Your Holiday Season
Cozy up with someone close and enjoy the Hi Records veteran songwriter's new version of "White Christmas."
Songs We Love: José James, 'Better Off Dead'
The bleak pathos of Bill Withers' original is tempered in this arrangement, which José James bends into a funk jam.
Within A Conflicted Present, The Sounds Of 'New Detroit' Mine Its Past
New music from the city looks to the past for ways forward — but the patina of artistic fertility around "New Detroit" isn't all-inclusive.
Jorge Drexler's New Video Pays Homage To The Immigrant In All Of Us
The Uruguayan doctor-turned-musician releases a stunning new video featuring an indigenous Mexican ultramarathon champion.
Aminé: Tiny Desk Concert
The Portland artist with the most mispronounced name in hip-hop puts on an unforgettable performance.
Paul Kelly On Mountain Stage
The Australian singer-songwriter, a frequent guest on the program, performs songs from his latest album, Life Is Fine -- including the title track inspired by a Langston Hughes poem.
Brand New Frontman Jesse Lacey Apologizes For Sexual Misconduct, Postpones Tour
Following accusations of sexual misconduct last week, the singer issued a blanket apology for his behavior, while his band postponed a U.K. tour.