Ada Lea, 'Damn'
"Damn" is propulsive, unsettling and exquisite – and an impressive way to kick off the artist's forthcoming sophomore record, one hand on the steering wheel the other sewing a garden.
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A Prismatic Prince Shines Again On 'Welcome 2 America'
Keyboardist Morris Hayes, a longtime collaborator and friend of Prince, speaks with NPR's Noel King about his experience co-producing Prince's latest posthumous album Welcome 2 America.
While Finishing Up An Album, Kanye West Has A Unique Living Arrangement
The rapper is living in a stadium in Atlanta while completing his 10th studio album, according to The Associated Press. Donda was supposed to be released last Friday — now it's due Aug. 6.
Britney Spears' Lawyer Files Request For New Conservator Of Her Money
Attorney Mathew Rosengart, who began representing the pop singer a week and a half ago, wants someone new to look after Spears' estate. For the past 13 years, it's been controlled by her father.
They Were Laughed At For Their #FreeBritney Activism. Not Anymore
The #FreeBritney movement has spent years trying to draw attention to Britney Spears' fight against her conservatorship. Now, it's beginning to have a serious impact on guardianship law.
Lil Nas X, 'INDUSTRY BABY'
As Lil Nas X becomes bolder in his lyrics and creative vision, he transcends confines of "The Gay Rapper" stereotype, carving out space as an unapologetic messiah for today's queer generation.
DAP The Contract, 'Love The World'
This #NowPlaying discovery of DAP The Contract comes to us from this year's Tiny Desk Contest.
The Centuries-Long History Of Changui Music In Cuba
Music journalist and broadcaster Gianluca Tramontana discusses the significance of Changui music in the Guantanamo region of Cuba.
Protesters Make 'Patria Y Vida' A Rallying Cry In Cuba
NPR's Anamaria Sayre explains the significance of the Cuban protest song, "Patria Y Vida."
Sunny War Revisits Her Early Career In New Album
Virtuoso guitarist Sunny War is releasing her first album for the first time. It's called Seems You Haven't Learned.