STOMP closes after 29-year New York run
The internationally-renowned show exploring the percussive possibilities of the human body and everyday objects ends Jan. 8.
Music & Culture
Conductor Marin Alsop on her concerts exclusively featuring works by female composers
NPR's Scott Simon speaks with conductor Marin Alsop about concerts she is conducting this weekend in Chicago, which feature exclusively works by female composers.
Fame came early for Reggaeton star Nicky Jam, and he admits he wasn't ready for it
Nicky Jam was one of Reggaeton's first stars, but fame hasn't been easy. In recent years, he's made a return to music, among other creative ventures.
Jake Blount: Tiny Desk Concert
The young proponent of traditional music brought a talented band, his astonishing imagination and a selection of what he calls "Black folk music from the future" to the Tiny Desk.
'Fresh Air' remembers an icon of Philly sound, music producer Thom Bell
Born in Jamaica, Bell moved to Philadelphia as a kid and went on to shape Philly Soul, with hits like "Back Stabbers," by The O'Jays. Bell died Dec. 22. Originally broadcast in 2006.
Death Cab for Cutie relinquishes control on 'Asphalt Meadows'
The band took a new approach to songwriting on their 10th studio album.
DEBBY FRIDAY, 'SO HARD TO TELL'
On this lush R&B track, DEBBY FRIDAY creates an atmosphere for easy vulnerability.
Remembering pioneering rapper Gangsta Boo, dead at 43
The rapper known as Gangsta Boo died this week at age 43. Born Lola Mitchell, she was known as one of the South's premier crunk emcees and she got her start in the group Three 6 Mafia.
Take a walk down memory lane with Pavement
In this session, Pavement percussionist and multi-instrumentalist Bob Nastanovich talks about the band's enduring legacy and discovery by younger fans.
Lisel, 'One At A Time'
The singer makes four simple words into an Escher-esque puzzle built on loops and layers of her voice.