One Woman Band Joan Armatrading Releases 22nd Album
Lulu Garcia-Navarro speaks with Joan Armatrading about her 22nd album, Consequences.
Music & Culture
In New York City, A Juneteenth Event Examines The Meaning Of Freedom
Lincoln Center observes Juneteenth, now a federal holiday, with "I Dream a Dream That Dreams Back at Me," an ambulatory experience conceived by Carl Hancock Rux.
You Have To Fight For The Vision: Wynton Marsalis Talks With Lara Downes
The musical polymath offers ideas on everything from Russian satellites and hip-hop, to Bach and football, and how they shape the musical education of America.
Reflections On Connections: Marin Alsop Bids Farewell To Baltimore
The groundbreaking conductor — the first woman to lead a major American Orchestra — reflects on 14 years as music director of the Baltimore Symphony.
50 Years Of Sparks: The World Ain't Big Enough For The Both Of Them
The eclectic, prolific and beloved brother-brother pop duo is marking 50 years this year – but, somehow, you've never heard their music? Let's fix that.
Trojan Records, Legendary Reggae Label, Resurrects A Long Out-Of-Print Trove
"The Trojan Story" rocked the music world in 1971, introducing listeners to artists like Jimmy Cliff, the Maytals, and Lee "Scratch" Perry. Long out of print, the three-LP set is reissued on June 18.
Songs For Freedom: A Juneteenth Playlist From Pianist Lara Downes
Music offers freedom. Freedom of expression — a way to rejoice and to mourn, to offer comfort, to call for change.
Tiny Desk Playlist: Celebrating Black Music Month Is A Family Affair
Talent runs in the family for these Tiny Desk alums. As we celebrate Black Music Month, let's take a look at these Tiny Desk stars and their extra-special guests.
Don And Moki Cherry's Organic Dreams Made Real
In the late '60s through the '70s, Don and Moki Cherry imagined a world where creative music, education and the arts all lived together.
Billy Bragg And Joe Henry On Mountain Stage
Two gifted storytellers perform railroad songs and take fans on a journey during a Mountain Stage performance from 2016.