South X Lullaby: A-WA
The Israeli sister trio sang us a Yemeni folk song in a hotel room at midnight. Sung in gorgeous and haunting three-part harmony, it's a song about a love that hurts.
Music & Culture
Mitski, Live In Concert: SXSW 2016
At our SXSW showcase, Mitski's songs rang loudly in feedback-riddled heartbreak and quiet desperation. She performed two songs from the forthcoming Puberty 2, including the new "Once More To See You."
Alt.Latino Stakes Out SXSW: The Chamanas, Jenny And The Mexicats And More
Alt-Latino host Felix Contreras is at the Austin festival this weekend, scoping out great Latin music. He shares some of his finds with NPR's Rachel Martin.
Amanda Palmer Conquers Doubt To Balance Art And Motherhood
Last year, Rachel Martin spoke with musician Amanda Palmer about her hopes and fears with the birth of her son, and how it would affect her art. Now that he's at six months, Palmer gives us an update.
Across The Blue Ridge #12 - Women In String Bands
We continue our Women's History Month celebration with some great leading and supporting women in old time and bluegrass band settings. Bluegrass star Alison Krauss kicks things off, leading a
Anderson .Paak & The Free Nationals, 'Come Down' (Live At SXSW 2016)
.Paak got up close and personal with the packed house at Stubb's during this banger.
Anderson .Paak & The Free Nationals, 'The Waters' (Live At SXSW 2016)
Watch the SoCal R&B star rip through one of the more traditional hip-hop tracks from Malibu.
Anderson .Paak & The Free Nationals, 'Green Light' (Live At SXSW 2016)
Watch .Paak begin his SXSW concert backstage before stepping into the spotlight.
Anderson .Paak & The Free Nationals, 'The Season/Carry Me' (Live At SXSW 2016)
.Paak and his live band perform a raucous rendition of Malibu's lead single.
Anderson .Paak & The Free Nationals, 'Miss Right' (Live At SXSW 2016)
"You're all sexy," .Paak assured the audience. "So don't be afraid to groove."