Life In 'Songland': The Reality Behind NBC's New Reality Show
A new competition show from the producers of The Voice will search for a hitmaker — but what's it actually like to be a professional songwriter?
Music & Culture
'Love Starvation/Trombone' And 'Transience' Speak To Past Sans Nostalgia
In their recent releases, Nick Lowe (along with Los Straitjackets) and Wreckless Eric have created new music that connects to old music without maudlin nostalgia or huffy defensiveness.
Elton John: The 'Fresh Air' Interview
The film Rocketman is based on John's life story. In 2013, he talked about his elaborate stage outfits, his fear of sex as a young man and how Liberace's example encouraged him to focus on the piano.
In 'We Get By,' Mavis Staples Keeps Singing For 'Change'
Nearing 80, the solo artist has a new album out. Decades after she brought a gospel score to the civil rights movement with The Staple Singers, she remains hopeful in her enduring mission for change.
'Alt.Latino' Summer Suggestions
NPR's Alt.Latino music podcast shares suggestions for summer listening.
'Two Wings: The Music Of Black America In Migration' Celebrates Journey Millions Took
Singer Alicia Hall Moran and pianist Jason Moran mix original music works with 20th century spoken word to reflect on The Great Migration, when African Americans moved from the South to the North.
This 'Greatest Hits' Album Is Real. Its Artist Is Fiction
Laura Barnett wrote a novel about an aging singer-songwriter sizing up her life in 16 tracks. Then she approached musician Kathryn Williams, who created the book's original soundtrack.
Rodrigo y Gabriela Spin The Songs Behind Their Wild Sound
The Mexican guitar duo talk share songs by Nina Simone, Caifanes and Rage Against the Machine and discuss the role of the guitar in rock.
The 5 Best Latin Alternative Songs Of 2019 (So Far)
We're nearly halfway through 2019 and have already been musically blessed with so many joyous sounds.
The O'Jays Want The World To Catch Up To The Love Train
The O'Jays founding members Eddie Levert and Walter Williams explain why "Love Train" is still relevant today.