Amanda Shires wants out 'For Christmas'
The fiddler, singer and songwriter's new Christmas album takes a realistic measure of the season.
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Tiny Desk (Home) Concert: Jonathan McReynolds and Mali Music
The two Grammy Award-winning gospel artists come together for an unapologetic expression of faith and gratefulness in this holiday Tiny Desk home concert.
All Songs Considered for the holidays, 2021
Hear our collection of now-classic holiday misadventures featuring All Songs Considered's Bob Boilen and Robin Hilton, with guest appearances by Taylor Swift, Steve Martin, William Shatner and more.
Scarlett Johansson, Tori Kelly and Bono gamble big for superstardom in 'Sing 2'
In a sequel to the 2016 hit animated film, koala-bear mogul Buster Moon and his talented troupe try to land a dream booking, by promising to enlist a reclusive superstar.
Drakeo the Ruler, a rising force in West Coast rap, has died at age 28
The rapper was hailed as "the most original West Coast stylist in decades." He was reportedly stabbed at the Once Upon a Time in LA music festival.
Children's artist Jazzy Ash wraps up a busy year with new Christmas songs
Ashli St. Armant plays funky New Orleans-style fare for kids with her band, Jazzy Ash and the Leaping Lizards, and spins mysterious tales in her Viva Durant audiobook series.
Kangol Kid, hip-hop pioneer, has died at 55
As a member of the hip-hop group UTFO, he was part of a pioneering era of New York City rap in the early 1980s. The Brooklyn group was best known for their 1984 hit song "Roxanne, Roxanne."
Anthony Tommasini, classical critic for the Times, looks back ahead of retirement
NPR's Scott Simon speaks with Anthony Tommasini, chief classical music critic for The New York Times, about his storied career and pending retirement.
Endea Owens and the Cookout, live at Dizzy's Club
Literally sparkling, Owens captivated the room with her masterful playing and exuberant charm.
Bob Boilen's Favorite Music of 2021 Is...
Bob Boilen's favorite music of 2021 includes a 100-song playlist and his top 10 albums. It's music filled with great stories and sonic adventures.