Tina Turner, a symbol of talent triumphing over adversity, has died at 83
The pioneering vocalist, who played a pivotal role in the history of rock and soul music, had suffered a litany of health issues in recent years.
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Kaytranada and Aminé come full circle
Kaytranada and Aminé are two artists who have had to surmount a bit of outsider's anxiety. Their new collaborative album, KAYTRAMINÉ, finds them comfortable — with themselves and each other.
Tina Turner, rock and roll icon, dead at 83
The pioneering vocalist, who played a pivotal role in the history of rock and soul music, had suffered a litany of health issues in recent years.
Animal Collective, 'Dreams'
Hear an inexplicable cover of the Fleetwood Mac classic, which appears on a reissue of the band's 2000 debut Spirit They're Gone, Spirit They've Vanished.
A new CD set captures the 'Greatest Moments' of opera star Renée Fleming
This set features excerpts from most of Flemming's 26 roles at the NYC Met. Fleming's studio recordings have always captured her lovely voice; these live recordings prove her magic on the stage.
The High Priestess of Soul, Nina Simone, will soon have a new temple
In 2017, four Black artists bought Simone's childhood home in Tryon, N.C., to save it from demolition. Artists inspired by Simone's music raised close to $6 million to make it into a cultural center.
Young Iraqis turn to rap after the war to express trauma, dissent and protest
Since the U.S.-led invasion of Iraq decades ago, young Iraqis have been using hip-hop to voice protest and pain. NPR's Leila Fadel talks to journalist Dalia Al-Dujaili about her piece in The Guardian.
Happy Birthday, Bob!
Enjoy a playlist of cuts from the legendary musician, who turns 82 this year.
30A Songwriters Sessions: Eddie 9V
Watch Eddie 9V, the Atlanta-based musician, perform a mini-concert, recorded live at the 30A Songwriters Festival.
30A Songwriters Sessions: Cat Ridgeway
Watch a mini-concert, recorded live at the 30A Songwriters Festival in January.