Anatomy of a microgenre: hyperpop's next evolution
Raised on EDM and SoundCloud rap, shaped by online gaming and Discord chats, a young generation is tearing the blown-out experimental pop of the 2010s into new shapes.
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Grupo Frontera: Tiny Desk Concert
Grupo Frontera is at the center of a pop-infused reinvigoration of traditional Mexican sounds.
Natalia Lafourcade channels her mystical side in her new album 'Cancionera'
Mexican singer and songwriter Natalia Lafourcade has a new album out this week called Cancionera. In it, she draws from folk influences and embraces her mystical side.
In a quiet week for new releases, a noisy album tiptoes to the top of the charts
For the last few years, Carson's star has been on the rise, and his latest album debuts at No. 1 thanks to a bit of good timing. Also: Record Store Day makes a dent on the album chart.
John Ondrasik rewrites his song 'Superman' to remember Israeli hostages held in Gaza
John Ondrasik talks about the new version of his song "Superman." In 2001, the song became an anthem honoring 911 first responders. He's rewritten it to remember Israeli hostages still held in Gaza.
Pope Francis, the music nerd: a playlist
The pontiff, who possessed a sizable record collection, was a keen listener. Hear his favorite tracks — from Bach to Piazzolla — and a few more that might have caught his discerning ear.
Gypsy: Tiny Desk Concert
The Audra McDonald-starring Broadway show brings its enthralling performances and groundbreaking cast to the Tiny Desk.
Reflecting on the songs that got us through the early days of parenting
We talk about the songs that got us through the early days of parenting.
Tiny Desk launches a radio program
Tiny Desk Concerts have gone viral online. Now, the performances have been turned into a radio show, only on public radio stations across the country.
Tiny Desk Radio: Episode No. 1
On the inaugural episode of NPR Music's new public radio show, we highlight the origin of Tiny Desk and share two milestone concerts.