Le Tigre's feminist rage has always been fun
The synth-pop band just finished its first tour in nearly 20 years. After a recent show in Brooklyn, two longtime fans reflect on why this music still hasn't lost its power.
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Gregorio Uribe: Tiny Desk Concert
In the hands of Colombian musician, the accordion is both a melodic and rhythmic wonder.
Five years after its release, Mac Miller's Tiny Desk Concert still resonates
Five years ago, the late musician and rapper Mac Miller played his iconic Tiny Desk Concert. NPR's Bobby Carter remembers what made that performance so special.
Lizzo says hostile work environment allegations against her are 'unbelievable'
The four-time Grammy winning artist known for championing women and body positivity, denies allegations a lawsuit by former employees that they experienced weight-shaming and other troubling demands.
Post Malone bought Magic: The Gathering's 'One Ring' card valued as high as $2 million
The American rapper and singer is a hardcore fan of the collectible trading card game who bought its most valuable card for $800,000 last year. His latest purchase may be worth double that price.
As hip-hop turns 50, Tiny Desk rolls out the hits
For the 50th anniversary of hip-hop in August, NPR Music is pulling together all of its hip-hop Tiny Desk Concerts — the sleeper hits and the all-time favorites, plus some behind-the-scenes gossip.
Post Malone chases happiness, chicken nuggets and love in new album 'Austin'
Hip-hop superstar Post Malone shares stories of fatherhood, self-doubt and why he named his latest album after his real name.
Ryan Gosling may not have an Oscar but he does have a hit song
"I'm Just Ken," from the Barbie movie soundtrack, is on Billboard's Hot 100 at No. 87. Fans might know about his musical talents. As a kid, Gosling sang and danced on the Mickey Mouse Club.
Linguist John McWhorter views American music through a wide lens
The Columbia University professor and New York Times columnist traces the intersecting lines of race and music in American history.
Sinéad O'Connor was our freedom singer, our keener and our feminist killjoy
O'Connor committed to a lifetime program of dissent, discontent and refusal against establishment evils. She carried all that swirling vehemence in her body and exorcised it through her howling music.