4-year-old rapper, who performs under the name VanVan, receives a lot of attention
Meet VanVan, a rising hip-hop star who raps about the alphabet and playing outside. She's getting millions of views on TikTok and Instagram.
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'You're supposed to be somewhere doing hair and makeup'
Since 2019, Saucy Santana has been a regular presence on the social web, producing several streaming hits. But the very qualities that set him apart threatened to hold him back.
This duo rehearsed between air raid alarms. Now they're repping Ukraine at Eurovision
Dozens of countries will compete in the Eurovision grand final on Saturday. Electronic duo Tvorchi is representing Ukraine, which won last year. They spoke to NPR about their journey to Liverpool.
Ukraine's Eurovision song entry showcases how cultural identity can evolve
As Ukraine co-hosts the Eurovision Song Contest in Liverpool, it's showcasing a song inspired by a famous last stand. It will be performed by a duo intended to promote an inclusive Ukrainian identity.
Rita Lee, Os Mutantes singer and Brazilian rock pioneer, is dead at 75
The singer and co-founder of the psychedelic group died at home in São Paulo.
Joy Oladokun sings for everyone — especially herself — on 'Proof of Life'
In Oladokun's new songs, facets of who she is and what she's lived, seen and imagined provide entry points to her homey pop music.
30A Songwriters Sessions: Chuck Prophet
Hear Prophet's performance from the 30A Songwriters Festival in Florida.
30A Songwriters Sessions: Amanda Anne Platt
The North Carolina musician performs songs from her latest album, The Devil and the Deep Blue Sea.
Jeffrey Silverstein, 'Sunny Jean'
In this cosmic folk ballad, Silverstein offers an awestruck and psychedelic ode to his wife.
Sid Sriram: Tiny Desk Concert
The India-born, California-raised musician melds Carnatic music, R&B and soul in his Tiny Desk set.