Nashville Regrouping: 10 Inspired Collaborations Out Of Music City
Whether it's pairings of peers, of romantic partners or of patron saints and acolytes — there's a pattern brewing in Nashville that needs attention.
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Perfume Genius Is Still Figuring Out How To Be In Love
Mike Hadreas' new album as Perfume Genius, No Shape, centers on his relationship with boyfriend Alan Wyffels. The couple tells NPR's Rachel Martin about making music as recovering addicts and gay men.
Sir Mix-a-Lot On 25 Years Of 'Baby Got Back'
"It was like a blown-out, glorified version of what was actually being said at that time," the rapper says of the butt-positive single that inspired controversy, parody and some genuine gratitude.
Is A Stradivarius Violin Easier To Hear? Science Says Nope
Old Italian violins like those made by Stradivari are famous for their ability to project their sound. But a study found people in a blind test thought new violins projected better than old ones.
Dolly Parton Provides Fire Victims 'Shoulder To Lean On'
Parton set up the fund hours after the wildfire had ravaged her home state.
Chris Robinson Brotherhood On Mountain Stage
The psychedelic rock outfit led by the former Black Crowes singer performs a set recorded live at the Culture Center Theater in Charleston, W.Va.
Hundred Waters Tease Third Album With Emotional 'Particle'
Hundred Waters' music tugs like a loose thread, every shifting emotion illuminated by synths and beats that tug just a little harder. The electronic trio's currently finishing up its third album.
Aimee Mann: Tiny Desk Concert
"This song is called 'You Never Loved Me' — it's another cheery, optimistic number," says Aimee Mann, introducing the second of four songs in this Tiny Desk Concert.
Big Thief's 'Shark Smile': A Sweet, Rambling Rocker About A Car Wreck
"'Shark Smile' is the story of a car accident in which one dies and one lives," singer and guitarist Adrianne Lenker says about Big Thief's new song.
Songs We Love: Patrice Baumel, 'Engage'
The Amsterdam DJ/producer believes in the narrative power of electronic music, which he illustrates here with a transitory deep cut from his new EP.