Why Taylor Swift Is Asking Congress To Update Copyright Laws
It's an ongoing standoff between musicians and Google's YouTube: Who should be responsible for removing unauthorized copies of songs posted online?
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The Jayhawks: Tiny Desk Concert
The beloved band displays its signature country-tinged rock and close harmonies in four stripped-down songs from its newest album, Paging Mr. Proust.
World Cafe Next: Weaves
The Toronto art-rock quartet is utterly original. Hear two songs from its self-titled LP.
Mitski On World Cafe
Hear the indie-rock singer-songwriter offer some insight into the lyrics of "Your Best American Girl" — and perform it live.
A Cappella Singer Defends Proliferation Of Music Online
NPR's Audie Cornish talks with Peter Hollens, an a cappella singer who regularly releases new music on his YouTube channel, about how the proliferation of music online could be a plus for artists.
Metropolis: 8/6/16
Hear tracks by Kllo, Bob Moses, Tensnake and more in Jason Bentley's two-hour EDM mix.
Songs We Love: The Higher Up, 'Cigarettes (Feat. Jannel McLean)'
MC Mark Scott uses his nicotine addiction as a springboard to talk about anxiety, depression and an intensifying existential crisis.
These 250-Plus Violins Are About To Be Owned By The U.S. Government
American-made violins are often regarded as inferior to European ones, but guitarist David Bromberg knows their value. So does the Library of Congress, which is acquiring his impressive collection.
Kanye West May Branch Out Into Furniture Design
The rapper tells the BBC that he would like to design furniture. In fact, he has a specific notion: He wants to team up with IKEA. He'd like to design a minimalist set for college dorms.
On His New Album, Will Downing Pays Tribute To Mothers Of Soul
The R&B singer speaks with guest host Ray Suarez about the female artists who inspired his latest album and how he made their songs his own.