After 12 years, pianist Awadagin Pratt rediscovers his sweet spot
Absent from the recording studio for more than a decade, the restless musician has commissioned six composers for his new album.
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Wayne Shorter, From Here to Eternity
Nearly six months after his death, a tribute concert and a documentary attempt to capture the spirit of the perpetually exploring saxophonist and composer.
'Verdi Choruses' showcases the impressive variety of a master's choral music
Verdi imagined each of his operas painted with a different tincture. Conductor Riccardo Chailly puts together an exciting new album of Verdi's choruses, from his best known to his most obscure.
David Bowie: The 'Fresh Air' interview
It's been 50 years since Bowie performed as his alter ego Ziggy Stardust. The film, Ziggy Stardust and The Spiders From Mars, has recently been reissued. Originally broadcast in 2002.
War celebrates 50 years of 'The World is a Ghetto'
Founding member Lonnie Jordan and producer Jerry Goldstein look back at the making of 1972's The World Is A Ghetto.
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From counterprogramming for a GOP debate to a booking on charges in Georgia, Donald Trump had a busy week. A chart-topping song holds extreme themes. Russia's Wagner mercenaries recruit for Africa.
The rise of Oliver Anthony and 'Rich Men North of Richmond'
Audiences may have only just learned about a fast-rising country singer during the Republican debate Wednesday night. But "Rich Men North of Richmond" also has ties to extremist narratives.
Yahritza y Su Esencia: Tiny Desk Concert
The family trio belt out songs of lost love and longing in their Tiny Desk performance.
Becca Mancari fights for their existence with an expanded pop palette
On Left Hand, Mancari positions themselves in the eye of sonic storms to communicate emotional truths with startling clarity.
Missy Elliott made hip-hop 'Supa Dupa Fly'
Commentator Kiana Fitzgerald examines hip-hop game-changer Missy Elliott — as we celebrate 50 years of the genre.